AMD Ryzen 5 7400F vs Intel Core 3 201TE Comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and Intel Core 3 201TE occupy very different positions in the desktop processor landscape. The Ryzen 5 7400F is a 6-core, 12-thread Zen 4 part built for AMD Socket AM5, while the Core 3 201TE is a 4-core, 8-thread Bartlett Lake chip on Intel Socket 1700. The database records no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between these two, and the Core 3 201TE has no recorded benchmark scores at all. However, the specification sheets and the Ryzen 5 7400F's measured performance data allow for a clear separation of use cases.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 5 7400F is the clear winner for multi-threaded workloads that can use more than four cores. With six cores and twelve threads, it can process parallel tasks more efficiently than the Core 3 201TE's four cores and eight threads. The benchmark results confirm this advantage: the Ryzen 5 7400F scores 21,765 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, 9,141 in Cinebench R20 multi-core, and 2,193 in Cinebench R15 multi-core. These figures place it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs in the database, indicating strong multi-core capability for a desktop chip.

The Intel Core 3 201TE wins in power-conscious or space-constrained desktop builds where its 45W TDP and integrated UHD Graphics 730 provide functionality the Ryzen 5 7400F lacks. The Ryzen 5 7400F has no integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is mandatory for any display output. The Core 3 201TE also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving system builders flexibility in choosing memory modules, while the Ryzen 5 7400F only supports DDR5.

For single-threaded performance, the Ryzen 5 7400F holds a strong position. Its 4.70 GHz boost clock, measured Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,072, and PassMark single-thread score of 3,689 indicate high per-core throughput. The Core 3 201TE's 4.60 GHz boost clock is close, but the Ryzen 5 7400F's Zen 4 architecture delivers superior single-core results based on the database records.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different designs. The Ryzen 5 7400F is built on TSMC's 5 nm process node with a 71 mm² die size and 6,570 million transistors. It uses AMD's Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael, and belongs to the Ryzen 5 generation. The Core 3 201TE uses Intel's 10 nm process node with a 163 mm² die size and the Bartlett Lake codename. The transistor count for the Intel chip is not recorded in the database.

Cache layouts differ significantly. The Ryzen 5 7400F has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 3 201TE has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and only 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen 5 7400F's larger shared L3 cache provides more capacity for frequently accessed data, which benefits many multi-threaded workloads.

Memory support sets them apart. The Ryzen 5 7400F supports dual-channel DDR5 with a recorded memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The Core 3 201TE supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 with a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. Both processors support ECC memory, which is notable for entry-level server or workstation use.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The Ryzen 5 7400F provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only), while the Core 3 201TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Ryzen 5 7400F's additional lanes allow for more expansion devices or additional storage options at full bandwidth.

The Ryzen 5 7400F has an unlocked multiplier, enabling overclocking, while the Core 3 201TE has a locked multiplier. The Ryzen 5 7400F also has a higher base clock of 3.70 GHz compared to the Core 3 201TE's 2.90 GHz base clock.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and the Intel Core 3 201TE. The Core 3 201TE has no recorded benchmark scores, and its average benchmark score is listed as zero. The Ryzen 5 7400F, however, has a comprehensive set of measurements.

In multi-core workloads, the Ryzen 5 7400F's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21,765 is particularly strong. This result indicates excellent scaling across its six cores. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 9,141 and Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2,193 follow the same pattern, confirming consistent multi-threaded performance across different rendering workloads.

PassMark results reinforce this. The Ryzen 5 7400F scores 25,645 in PassMark multithread, 45,799 in floating point math, and 74,745 in integer math. Its PassMark physics score is 1,660, and its data compression score is 289,999. These numbers show a processor that handles both compute-heavy and memory-intensive parallel tasks well.

Single-threaded performance is also strong. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,072, Cinebench R20 single-core score of 1,290, and Cinebench R15 single-core score of 309 demonstrate high per-core efficiency. PassMark single-thread score of 3,689 and PassMark singlethread score of 3,689 (recorded twice in the database) confirm this.

The Ryzen 5 7400F's nearest rivals in the database provide context. Its average benchmark score of 32,750 is 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i5-14600T (32,707), 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (32,697), 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 (32,662), and 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (32,812). These deltas are all within 0.3%, meaning the Ryzen 5 7400F is essentially level with these comparable processors.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in almost every measurable specification. The Ryzen 5 7400F has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads. Base clocks are 3.70 GHz versus 2.90 GHz, and boost clocks are 4.70 GHz versus 4.60 GHz. TDP is 65W for the AMD part and 45W for the Intel part.

Sockets are incompatible: AMD Socket AM5 versus Intel Socket 1700. The Ryzen 5 7400F uses the Zen 4 architecture with the Raphael codename, while the Core 3 201TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename with no recorded architecture name. Process nodes are 5 nm (TSMC) for AMD and 10 nm (Intel) for the Intel chip.

Die sizes are 71 mm² for AMD and 163 mm² for Intel. The AMD chip has 6,570 million transistors; the Intel chip's transistor count is not recorded. Cache configurations differ: 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, 32 MB L3 shared for AMD; 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, 12 MB L3 shared for Intel.

Memory support: The Ryzen 5 7400F supports DDR5 only, while the Core 3 201TE supports DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is 83.2 GB/s for AMD and 76.8 GB/s for Intel. Both support ECC memory. PCIe: 24 lanes Gen 5 (CPU only) for AMD, 16 lanes Gen 5 (CPU only) for Intel.

Integrated graphics: The Ryzen 5 7400F has none, while the Core 3 201TE has UHD Graphics 730. The Ryzen 5 7400F has an unlocked multiplier, the Core 3 201TE does not. The launch MSRP is $229 for the Ryzen 5 7400F and $134 for the Core 3 201TE. Release dates are 2025-01-08 for AMD and 2025-01-12 for Intel. The Ryzen 5 7400F is in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, while the Core 3 201TE is in the 50th percentile.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Does the Intel Core 3 201TE have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the Core 3 201TE includes UHD Graphics 730. The Ryzen 5 7400F does not have integrated graphics, so it requires a discrete GPU for display output.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F supports DDR5 only, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The Core 3 201TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s.

Q: How do the TDPs compare?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F has a 65W TDP, while the Core 3 201TE has a 45W TDP.

Q: What are the launch MSRPs?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F has a launch MSRP of $229, and the Core 3 201TE has a launch MSRP of $134.

Q: Is the Ryzen 5 7400F overclockable?

A: Yes, the Ryzen 5 7400F has an unlocked multiplier. The Core 3 201TE has a locked multiplier and does not support overclocking.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear split in intended use cases. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is the stronger processor for any workload that scales across multiple cores. Its 6-core, 12-thread configuration, larger 32 MB L3 cache, higher base clock, and higher memory bandwidth give it a significant multi-threaded advantage. The benchmark scores confirm this, with the Ryzen 5 7400F achieving 21,765 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and a PassMark multithread score of 25,645. It also delivers strong single-threaded results, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,072 and a PassMark single-thread score of 3,689. The 83rd percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 32,750 place it near the Intel Core i5-14600T, Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H, and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360, all within 0.3% of each other.

The Intel Core 3 201TE is the choice for systems requiring integrated graphics, lower power consumption, or memory flexibility. Its 45W TDP is lower than the Ryzen 5 7400F's 65W TDP, and the UHD Graphics 730 eliminates the need for a discrete GPU. Support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory allows builders to use existing or lower-cost memory modules. The 12 MB L3 cache is smaller, and the 4-core, 8-thread configuration limits multi-threaded performance, but the processor's 50th percentile ranking suggests it is adequate for basic desktop tasks.

The data implies that users with rendering, physics simulation, data compression, or other parallel workloads should favor the Ryzen 5 7400F. Users prioritizing a compact, low-power, or integrated-graphics build with modest compute requirements should consider the Core 3 201TE. Neither processor is a direct substitute for the other; they serve different segments of the desktop market. The Ryzen 5 7400F's lack of integrated graphics is a critical caveat for any build without a discrete GPU, and the Core 3 201TE's lower core count and smaller cache are limiting factors for heavy multi-threaded applications.