AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G vs Intel Core 5 211E Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data splits cleanly between these two desktop processors. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G claims exactly one benchmark victory across the entire head-to-head suite, while the Intel Core 5 211E takes the remaining sixteen tests. That single AMD win is in PassMark's find prime numbers workload, where it scores 49 against Intel's 43, a 14% edge. This is a narrow but real advantage in a specific integer-heavy, latency-sensitive operation.

Every other measured category favors Intel. The Cinebench suite, which stresses both single-core and multi-core rendering, shows Intel ahead by a consistent margin of roughly 15% across all six tests. The PassMark suite tells a similar story with wider gaps in several workloads. The largest single deficit for AMD appears in floating point math, where Intel scores 66,402 versus AMD's 38,649, a 41.8% difference. Integer math also leans heavily toward Intel at 88,117 versus 67,561, a 23.3% gap. Data compression and random string sorting both show Intel ahead by more than 26%. Even the closest PassMark test, physics, goes to Intel by a slim 2.3% margin.

The use-case split is therefore straightforward. Workloads that depend on prime number generation, a relatively uncommon task in general computing, favor the AMD part. Everything else, from content creation to encryption to general multithreaded throughput, favors Intel by margins ranging from modest to substantial. The data suggests that buyers prioritizing raw throughput across a broad spectrum of applications should look to the Intel Core 5 211E, while the AMD chip holds a niche advantage in one specific mathematical operation.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies and manufacturing ecosystems. AMD's Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G uses the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Cezanne, built on TSMC's 7 nm process node. It packs 10,700 million transistors into a 180 mm² die. Intel's Core 5 211E uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on Intel's 10 nm process, with a larger 257 mm² die size.

Core counts differ significantly. The AMD chip provides 6 cores and 12 threads, while Intel offers 10 cores and 16 threads. This four-core, four-thread advantage likely explains much of Intel's multi-core benchmark dominance. Clock speeds also favor Intel on the boost side: AMD runs at 3.90 GHz base and 4.40 GHz boost, while Intel runs at 2.70 GHz base and 4.90 GHz boost. The lower base clock on Intel is curious given its benchmark results, but the higher boost ceiling and additional cores appear to compensate.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a 16 MB shared L3. Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core, a much larger 2 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The larger L2 per core on Intel could contribute to its strong performance in data-intensive workloads.

Memory support diverges as well. AMD supports only DDR4 with dual-channel access and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. That bandwidth advantage may feed Intel's floating point and integer performance. Both support ECC memory, and both use desktop sockets, AMD Socket AM4 versus Intel Socket 1700. PCIe generations differ: AMD runs Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes, while Intel runs Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics also differ, with AMD using Radeon Vega 7 and Intel using UHD Graphics 730.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench results paint a consistent picture. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, Intel scores 2,055 against AMD's 1,738, a 15.4% advantage. Single-core R15 shows Intel at 289 versus 245, also 15.2% ahead. Moving to R20, Intel leads 8,563 to 7,244 in multi-core and 1,208 to 1,022 in single-core, both at 15.4%. R23 continues the pattern: Intel scores 20,389 versus 17,249 in multi-core and 2,878 versus 2,435 in single-core, again 15.4% ahead. These uniform deltas suggest a consistent per-core performance advantage for Intel, not merely a core-count effect, since single-core tests also favor Intel by the same margin.

The PassMark suite reveals where the gaps widen and narrow. Data compression shows Intel at 346,757 versus AMD's 255,608, a 26.3% gap. Data encryption is closer at 17,938 versus 15,253, a 15% difference. Extended instructions favor Intel by 16.9%, 21,592 versus 17,944. The prime numbers test is the sole AMD win at 49 versus 43, a 14% edge. Floating point math is the most lopsided result at 66,402 versus 38,649, a 41.8% gap. Integer math shows Intel at 88,117 versus 67,561, a 23.3% gap. Multithreaded performance gives Intel 23,833 versus 19,129, a 19.7% edge. Physics is nearly tied at 702 versus 686, only 2.3% apart. Random string sorting shows Intel at 34,308 versus 25,253, a 26.4% gap. Single-threaded results give Intel 4,006 versus 3,241, a 19.1% advantage.

The overall average benchmark score reflects this: Intel sits at 37,829, while AMD reaches 28,032. Intel's percentile versus all CPUs is 86, compared to AMD's 80. Intel's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 at 37,804 and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 at 37,904, both within 0.2%. AMD's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE at 28,054 and the Intel Core i9-12900H at 28,003, both within 0.1% of AMD's average.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E boosts to 4.90 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G boosts to 4.40 GHz.

Q: Does the AMD chip win any benchmark at all?

A: Yes, it wins the PassMark find prime numbers test with a score of 49 against Intel's 43, a 14% advantage.

Q: How much faster is Intel in floating point math?

A: Intel scores 66,402 versus AMD's 38,649, which is a 41.8% higher result in that workload.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G supports DDR4 only. The Intel Core 5 211E supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: Intel has 10 cores and 16 threads, while AMD has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the Intel launch MSRP?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E has a launch MSRP of $221.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G | Intel Core 5 211E |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 6 | 10 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base clock | 3.90 GHz | 2.70 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.40 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 3 | Not specified |

| Codename | Cezanne | Bartlett Lake |

| Process node | 7 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 10,700 million | Not specified |

| Die size | 180 mm² | 257 mm² |

| L1 cache | 64 KB per core | 80 KB per core |

| L2 cache | 512 KB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 16 MB | 20 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 lanes | Gen 5, 16 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon Vega 7 | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Release date | 2024-05-06 | 2025-01-12 |

| Launch MSRP | Not specified | $221 |

| Process node size | 7 nm | 10 nm |

The Verdict

The benchmark data directs different users to different processors. The Intel Core 5 211E wins sixteen of seventeen head-to-head tests, with consistent advantages across rendering, math, compression, encryption, and single-threaded workloads. Its 10 cores and 16 threads, higher boost clock, larger caches, and faster memory bandwidth all align with its benchmark dominance. The 41.8% lead in floating point math and 23.3% lead in integer math indicate a processor that handles heavy computational tasks with clear superiority. Its 86th percentile ranking versus all CPUs, compared to AMD's 80th, reinforces this position.

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G holds relevance for one specific task: prime number finding. Its 14% win in that workload, while narrow, marks a genuine if limited strength. Its lower core count, smaller caches, and slower memory bandwidth put it behind in nearly every other measurable area. The data shows a processor that serves a niche workload well but falls short across the broader application spectrum. For general desktop use, content creation, or data processing, the Intel Core 5 211E is the clear choice based on the recorded measurements. For workloads centered on prime number generation, the AMD part offers a measurable edge. The overall average benchmark scores, 37,829 for Intel versus 28,032 for AMD, summarize the gap without ambiguity.