AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 vs Intel Core 5 211TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data reveals a decisive split between these two processors. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 wins 12 of the 15 recorded comparisons, while the Intel Core 5 211TE claims only 3. The margins, however, tell a more nuanced story than the raw win count.

The AMD part's largest victory comes in PassMark single-thread testing, where it scores 3591 against Intel's 1408, a 155% delta. This is the single biggest gap in the entire comparison and suggests the Zen 5 architecture delivers substantially higher per-core throughput. Cinebench R15 single-core reinforces this pattern: AMD scores 254 versus Intel's 173, a 46.8% advantage.

In multi-threaded workloads, the picture is mixed. Cinebench R23 multi-core actually favors Intel, with the Core 5 211TE scoring 12201 against AMD's 10590, a 13.2% difference. Yet in Cinebench R15 multi-core, AMD leads 1723 to 1229, a 40.2% margin. The discrepancy between these two Cinebench versions likely reflects different workload scaling patterns, with the R23 test favoring Intel's higher core count and thread count.

PassMark multi-thread shows AMD ahead at 18115 versus 11685, a 55% delta. PassMark integer math delivers a 71.6% AMD advantage (58332 vs 33991), and floating-point math shows a 50.5% lead (39362 vs 26150). Extended instructions, which measure SIMD and specialized instruction throughput, give AMD its second-largest win at 83.7% (15826 vs 8615).

Data compression and encryption workloads heavily favor AMD. Compression scores 215812 versus 133434, a 61.7% delta. Encryption shows 10519 versus 7231, a 45.5% lead. Random string sorting follows suit at 58.3% (23488 vs 14838).

The Intel part's three wins are concentrated in specific areas. PassMark find prime numbers gives Intel a 72 to 56 result, a 22.2% edge. PassMark physics shows Intel at 1278 versus AMD's 976, a 23.6% margin. These two wins suggest Intel retains an advantage in certain integer-heavy or latency-sensitive operations. The third win is the Cinebench R23 multi-core result already noted.

Looking at the broader database context, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 sits at the 79th percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel Core 5 211TE lands at the 69th percentile. The AMD part's average benchmark score is 26936, placing it within 0.1% of the Intel Core i7-1370P and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 7545U. The Intel part's average of 15370 puts it 0.7% behind the AMD EPYC 7543 and 2.3% ahead of the Intel Core i3-1315U. These percentile and rival comparisons confirm that the AMD part occupies a higher performance tier overall, despite the Intel part's specific wins.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more head-to-head benchmark comparisons?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 wins 12 of the 15 recorded head-to-head tests, while the Intel Core 5 211TE wins 3.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two processors?

A: The largest gap is in PassMark single-thread performance, where the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 scores 3591 versus the Intel Core 5 211TE's 1408, a 155% difference.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 211TE win any multi-core benchmarks?

A: Yes, the Intel part wins Cinebench R23 multi-core with a score of 12201 against AMD's 10590, a 13.2% margin. It also wins PassMark physics (1278 vs 976) and PassMark find prime numbers (72 vs 56).

Q: How do the two processors compare in data compression workloads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 scores 215812 in PassMark data compression versus 133434 for the Intel Core 5 211TE, a 61.7% advantage for AMD.

Q: What are the overall performance percentiles for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 ranks at the 79th percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel Core 5 211TE ranks at the 69th percentile.

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has an average benchmark score of 26936, compared to 15370 for the Intel Core 5 211TE.

The Verdict

The benchmark data points to two distinct usage profiles. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 is the stronger all-around performer, with dominant wins in single-threaded tasks, encryption, compression, integer math, floating-point math, and extended instructions. Its 79th percentile ranking and average score of 26936 place it alongside established desktop processors like the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G and Intel Core i9-9900K, both of which sit within 0.6% of its average score.

The Intel Core 5 211TE, at the 69th percentile with an average score of 15370, is competitive in specific workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core win, PassMark physics win, and prime number finding advantage show it handles certain parallel and integer-heavy tasks well. The 20 MB of shared L3 cache and higher thread count (16 versus 12) likely contribute to these targeted wins.

For users prioritizing broad workload coverage, the AMD part's 12 out of 15 head-to-head wins make it the data-supported choice. Its 155% single-thread lead is particularly significant for responsiveness and lightly threaded applications. For those running workloads similar to Cinebench R23 multi-core or PassMark physics, the Intel part offers measurable advantages, but these are isolated rather than general.

The Intel part also carries a launch MSRP of $221, which can be stated once as a reference point, though the database does not include a launch price for the AMD part.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every physical specification. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 uses 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 5 211TE uses 10 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are 2.00 GHz for AMD and 1.70 GHz for Intel; boost clocks are 4.60 GHz and 4.80 GHz respectively.

Thermal design power differs substantially: the AMD part is rated at 28 W, the Intel part at 45 W. The AMD processor targets the mobile segment on AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel processor targets the desktop segment on Intel Socket 1700. Process nodes diverge as well: AMD uses TSMC's 4 nm process, Intel uses its 10 nm process. The Intel die size is recorded at 215 mm²; no die size is listed for AMD.

Memory support also differs. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. Both support ECC memory. PCIe capabilities differ: AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes, Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses Radeon 840M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 730.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split is fundamental. AMD's Ryzen AI 7 445 is built on Zen 5 architecture under the Gorgon Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI 400 generation that combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. Intel's Core 5 211TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation, with no specific architecture designation listed.

Cache hierarchies diverge clearly. Both parts have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. L2 cache differs: AMD provides 1 MB per core, Intel provides 1.25 MB per core. L3 cache shows the largest structural difference: AMD has 4 MB total, while Intel has 20 MB shared. This 5x difference in L3 capacity likely explains some of Intel's wins in cache-sensitive workloads like prime number finding and physics simulations.

The AMD part's Zen 5 architecture includes heterogeneous core types (Zen 5 and Zen 5c), which may influence how threads are scheduled across the 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel part's 10 cores and 16 threads suggest a hybrid arrangement, though the database does not specify the exact core composition.

Foundry and process node differences also matter. AMD relies on TSMC's 4 nm process, which typically enables higher transistor density and better power efficiency per clock. Intel's 10 nm process, combined with the higher 45 W TDP, allows for higher boost clocks (4.80 GHz versus 4.60 GHz) but at a greater power cost.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 dominates in scenarios that stress single-thread performance and data manipulation. Its 155% lead in PassMark single-thread performance makes it the clear choice for applications that rely on one or two fast cores, such as everyday desktop responsiveness, web browsing, and office productivity. The 61.7% compression advantage and 45.5% encryption advantage point to strengths in file archiving, database operations, and secure communication workloads.

AMD also wins decisively in floating-point math (50.5% lead), integer math (71.6% lead), and extended instructions (83.7% lead). These results indicate strong performance in scientific computing, financial modeling, and any workload that uses SIMD instructions or specialized computational extensions. The random string sorting win at 58.3% reinforces the picture of a processor that handles data transformation tasks with ease.

The Intel Core 5 211TE wins in three specific areas. Cinebench R23 multi-core shows a 13.2% advantage, indicating that certain heavily parallel rendering or simulation workloads may run faster on Intel's 10 cores and 16 threads. PassMark physics delivers a 23.6% lead, which could matter for physics simulations or certain game engine calculations. PassMark find prime numbers gives Intel a 22.2% edge, a specialized workload involving repeated integer operations that appears to benefit from Intel's larger L3 cache.

The overall benchmark distribution suggests the AMD part is the more versatile processor, with wins spread across 12 different test categories. The Intel part's wins are narrower in scope but real in specific domains. Users with workloads resembling Cinebench R23 multi-core, physics computation, or prime number operations should note Intel's advantages. All other measured workloads favor AMD, often by wide margins.