AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX vs Intel Core i7-10510U Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a decisive matchup. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX wins all eight recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Core i7-10510U records zero wins. The scale of the victory varies significantly across workloads, revealing the fundamental performance gap between the two processors.

In multi-threaded rendering, the AMD processor demonstrates overwhelming dominance. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Threadripper PRO 5945WX scores 3447 against the Intel part's 542, a delta of 536%. The R20 multicore test shows a similar story: 14365 versus 2262, a 535.1% advantage. The R23 multicore score of 34204 versus 5388 represents a 534.8% lead. These are not incremental improvements; they represent a six-fold performance advantage in heavily threaded workloads.

Single-core performance tells a different but still one-sided story. The AMD part leads by 539.5% in Cinebench R15 singlecore (486 versus 76), by 535.4% in R20 singlecore (2027 versus 319), and by 535.3% in R23 singlecore (4828 versus 760). The consistency of these margins, all hovering near the 535% mark, suggests the architectural efficiency advantage is uniform across Cinebench generations.

The Geekbench results provide the narrowest margin of the entire comparison. In Geekbench singlecore, the Threadripper PRO 5945WX scores 2059 against the Intel Core i7-10510U's 1032, a 99.5% lead. This is the closest any benchmark comes to parity, though the AMD processor still doubles the Intel score. In Geekbench multicore, the AMD part scores 13371 versus 2648, a 404.9% advantage.

The data indicates that the average benchmark score for the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX is 9348, placing it in the 65th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core i7-10510U has an average benchmark score of 8580, also landing in the 65th percentile. Despite their different market positions, both processors rank at the same percentile, though the AMD part's average score is 768 points higher.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX wins across every recorded benchmark category. This includes all Cinebench versions (R15, R20, R23), both single-core and multi-core variants, and both Geekbench tests. The processor's 12 cores and 24 threads provide the foundation for its multi-core success, while its Zen 3 architecture delivers competitive single-thread performance.

The Intel Core i7-10510U does not win any of the eight head-to-head benchmarks. However, it does have additional benchmark data not recorded for the AMD part. In PassMark tests, the Intel processor scores 82606 in data compression, 2151 in data encryption, 5224 in extended instructions, 22 in find prime numbers, 14080 in floating point math, 23441 in integer math, 6450 in multithread, 472 in physics, 11068 in random string sorting, and 2237 in single thread tests. These scores indicate the Intel part is capable in specific workloads, but they cannot be compared directly to the AMD processor since no corresponding PassMark data exists for the Threadripper PRO 5945WX.

For workloads that require sustained multi-threaded performance, such as 3D rendering, video encoding, and scientific computing, the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX is the clear choice based on the Cinebench and Geekbench results. For mobile productivity tasks where power consumption is a concern, the Intel Core i7-10510U's 25W TDP makes it suitable for thin-and-light laptops, though its benchmark scores are far lower.

Architecture Differences

The two processors represent fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX is built on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Chagall PRO, using a 7nm process node from TSMC. It contains 16,600 million transistors across a 4x 81 mm² die configuration. The processor features 12 cores and 24 threads with a base clock of 4.10 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. Its thermal design power is 280W, and it uses the AMD Socket WRX8.

The Intel Core i7-10510U is built on the Comet Lake architecture, specifically Comet Lake-U, using a 14nm process node from Intel. It features 4 cores and 8 threads with a base clock of 1800 MHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. Its thermal design power is just 25W, and it uses the Intel BGA 1440 socket. The Intel part includes integrated UHD Graphics, while the AMD processor has no integrated graphics.

Cache configurations differ substantially. Both processors have 64 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD part has 512 KB of L2 cache per core, while the Intel part has 256 KB per core. The L3 cache shows the largest disparity: the AMD processor offers 64 MB, while the Intel processor has 8 MB shared.

Memory support also diverges. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX supports DDR4 memory with an eight-channel memory bus and 204.8 GB/s memory bandwidth, along with ECC memory support. The Intel Core i7-10510U supports both DDR3 and DDR4 memory, but its memory bus and bandwidth are not recorded in the database. The Intel part does not support ECC memory.

The AMD processor provides PCIe Gen 4 with 128 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel part's PCIe configuration is not recorded. The AMD processor's market segment is Server/Workstation, and it remains in active production. The Intel processor targets the Mobile segment and is marked as end-of-life. The AMD part was released on 2022-03-07, while the Intel part was released on 2019-08-20. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The Verdict

The benchmark data provides clear guidance for processor selection. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX is the superior choice for any workload that benefits from multi-core performance. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 34204 is more than six times the Intel Core i7-10510U's 5388. The Geekbench multicore score of 13371 versus 2648 reinforces this conclusion.

The AMD processor's nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Xeon Platinum 8180 with an average score of 9406 and a delta of -0.6%, the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X with 9284 and a delta of 0.7%, the Intel Atom x7835RE with 9430 and -0.9%, and the Intel Xeon Platinum 8280M with 9260 and 1%. These deltas show the Threadripper PRO 5945WX sits in a competitive position among server and workstation processors.

The Intel Core i7-10510U's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-8250U with 8577 and 0% delta, the Intel Core i5-8265U with 8568 and 0.1%, the AMD EPYC 7601 with 8619 and -0.5%, and the Intel Pentium Gold G7400 with 8515 and 0.8%. This places the Intel part firmly in the mainstream mobile processor tier.

Users requiring a workstation processor for rendering, simulation, or heavy computation should select the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX. Users needing a low-power mobile processor for everyday tasks should consider the Intel Core i7-10510U, understanding that its performance is dramatically lower. The data does not support any scenario where the Intel processor outperforms the AMD part in the recorded benchmarks.

FAQ

Q: How much faster is the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX in multi-core Cinebench R23?

A: The AMD processor scores 34204 versus the Intel Core i7-10510U's 5388, a 534.8% advantage.

Q: What is the closest benchmark result between the two processors?

A: The closest result is in Geekbench singlecore, where the AMD processor scores 2059 against the Intel part's 1032, a 99.5% lead.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core i7-10510U has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core i7-10510U does not.

Q: What is the thermal design power difference between the two?

A: The AMD processor has a TDP of 280W, while the Intel processor has a TDP of 25W.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core i7-10510U includes UHD Graphics. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX has no integrated graphics.