AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X vs Intel Core i7-11850HE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The data reveals a sharp split between these two processors. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X dominates the Cinebench suite, winning all six recorded tests. The Intel Core i7-11850HE counters with two decisive victories in Geekbench, particularly in single-thread performance.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Threadripper 1920X scores 1979 against the i7-11850HE's 1753, a 12.9% advantage. The single-core R15 test shows a similar pattern: 279 versus 247, a 13% lead for AMD. These margins repeat consistently across the newer Cinebench versions. In R20 multi-core, the scores are 8248 against 7308 (12.9% delta), and in R23 multi-core, 19640 versus 17402, again a 12.9% gap. The single-core variants follow suit: R20 at 1164 versus 1031 (12.9%), and R23 at 2772 versus 2456 (12.9%).

The Geekbench results flip the narrative entirely. The Intel chip posts 8576 in multi-core against AMD's 7178, a 16.3% swing. The single-core gap is even more pronounced: 1984 versus 1185, a 40.3% deficit for the Threadripper. This is not a marginal difference; the i7-11850HE nearly doubles the AMD part's single-thread Geekbench score.

The overall benchmark averages tell a nuanced story. The Threadripper 1920X holds an average benchmark score of 5306, while the i7-11850HE sits at 5095. Both processors land at the 60th percentile among all CPUs in the database. The nearest rivals for AMD include the Intel Core i9-9900X (5301, 0.1% delta) and AMD EPYC 7281 (5315, -0.2% delta). The Intel part's closest competitors are the AMD EPYC 7262 (5109, -0.3%) and Intel Xeon W-2155 (5072, 0.5%).

The Verdict

The recorded data points to a clear conclusion: these processors serve fundamentally different workloads. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X wins 6 of 8 head-to-head benchmarks, including every Cinebench test. The Intel Core i7-11850HE wins only 2, but those wins come in Geekbench, with the single-core victory being the largest margin in the entire comparison.

For multi-threaded rendering tasks as measured by Cinebench, the Threadripper 1920X holds a consistent 12.9% advantage across R15, R20, and R23, both in multi-core and single-core variants. This consistency suggests a stable architectural edge in this specific workload family. The i7-11850HE's 16.3% multi-core and 40.3% single-core Geekbench wins indicate superior performance in that benchmark's specific instruction mix.

The user should choose based on workload type, not overall score. The Threadripper 1920X is the Cinebench performer. The i7-11850HE is the Geekbench performer. The 60th percentile ranking for both suggests they occupy similar tiers in the broader CPU landscape, despite their divergent benchmark profiles.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X wins in every recorded Cinebench test. This includes R15, R20, and R23, in both multi-core and single-core configurations. The margins are uniform at 12.9% to 13%, indicating that the AMD architecture handles this rendering workload more efficiently across the board. The Threadripper's 12 cores and 24 threads likely contribute to this edge in multi-threaded tests, though the single-core wins suggest efficiency gains beyond raw core count.

The Intel Core i7-11850HE wins decisively in Geekbench, with a 16.3% multi-core advantage and a massive 40.3% single-core advantage. This points to the Tiger Lake architecture's strength in the specific operations Geekbench measures, which differ from Cinebench's rendering focus. The i7's higher boost clock of 4.70 GHz versus the Threadripper's 4.00 GHz may play a role here, though the database does not isolate this as a causal factor.

For users running Cinebench-class rendering workloads, the Threadripper 1920X is the clear pick. For users whose applications resemble Geekbench's test patterns, particularly in single-threaded scenarios, the i7-11850HE offers substantially better performance. The 8-core, 16-thread Intel part cannot match the Threadripper's 12-core, 24-thread configuration in Cinebench, but its architectural efficiency in Geekbench is undeniable.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X scores 5306 on average, while the Intel Core i7-11850HE scores 5095.

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

A: The largest gap is in Geekbench single-core, where the Intel Core i7-11850HE leads by 40.3% (1984 versus 1185).

Q: How do the two processors compare in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X scores 19640, which is 12.9% higher than the Intel Core i7-11850HE's 17402.

Q: Do both processors rank at the same percentile among all CPUs?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X and the Intel Core i7-11850HE sit at the 60th percentile versus all CPUs.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core i7-11850HE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What are the launch MSRP values for these processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X had a launch MSRP of $799, and the Intel Core i7-11850HE had a launch MSRP of $400.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge sharply in their underlying designs. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X uses the Zen architecture (codename Zen, generation Ryzen Threadripper, specifically Zen (Whitehaven)), manufactured on a 14 nm process at GlobalFoundries. The die consists of 2x 213 mm² segments, totaling 9,600 million transistors. It uses the AMD Socket SP3r2 and is a desktop part.

The Intel Core i7-11850HE uses the Tiger Lake architecture (codename Tiger Lake-H, generation Core i7, specifically Tiger Lake-H), manufactured on a 10 nm process at Intel. The die size is 190 mm². It uses the Intel BGA 1787 socket and is a mobile part.

Cache hierarchies differ notably. The Threadripper 1920X provides 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of L3 cache. The i7-11850HE offers 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has larger L2 cache per core, while the AMD part has more total L3.

Memory support also contrasts. Both support DDR4, but the Threadripper 1920X uses quad-channel memory with 85.3 GB/s bandwidth, while the i7-11850HE uses dual-channel memory with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. Neither supports ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation and lane count. The AMD part provides PCIe Gen 3 with 60 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The Intel processor includes integrated UHD Graphics (Xe-LP), while the AMD part has no integrated graphics.

Clock speeds and power draw show significant divergence. The Threadripper 1920X runs at 3.50 GHz base and 4.00 GHz boost, with a 180 W TDP. The i7-11850HE runs at 2.10 GHz base and 4.70 GHz boost, with a 35 W TDP. The Intel part has a much higher boost clock and far lower power envelope, reflecting its mobile design.

The multiplier is unlocked on the AMD part but locked on the Intel part. Release dates differ by roughly four years: the Threadripper 1920X launched on 2017-08-09, while the i7-11850HE launched on 2021-08-02. The AMD processor's part number is YD192XA8UC9AE, and the Intel processor's part number is SRKWZ.