AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX vs Intel Core 5 211TE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data presents a remarkably one-sided comparison. Across all 13 recorded head-to-head tests, the AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX wins every single matchup. The Intel Core 5 211TE does not secure a single victory in any workload category recorded in the database. This is not a case of one chip edging out another in specific scenarios; the AMD part dominates uniformly.

Looking at the workload breakdown, the AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX shows its largest advantages in integer-heavy and encryption-focused tasks. The data compression, encryption, extended instructions, prime number finding, and integer math tests all show the AMD processor delivering more than triple the performance of the Intel part, with deltas ranging from 272% to 331%. The floating-point math and random string sorting tests also show massive gaps, with the AMD chip scoring 231.7% and 290.7% higher respectively.

The Intel Core 5 211TE does come closest in the single-core Cinebench R23 test, where the delta narrows to just 7.8%. This suggests that in lightly threaded, single-core-dependent workloads, the two processors are more comparable, though the AMD part still holds the advantage. The physics test also shows a relatively smaller gap at 71%, indicating that the Intel chip is less far behind in that particular metric.

For use-case split, the data indicates that the AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX is the clear choice for any productivity, content creation, encryption, compression, or multi-threaded computing scenario. The Intel Core 5 211TE, while not winning any benchmarks, still offers a functional baseline for general desktop use, but the recorded numbers show it operates at a significant disadvantage in every measured category.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX has an average benchmark score of 71,797, while the Intel Core 5 211TE has an average benchmark score of 15,370. The AMD part also sits at the 94th percentile of all CPUs, compared to the 69th percentile for the Intel part.

Q: How close are the nearest rivals to each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX is closest to the Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF, which has an average score of 71,910, a delta of -0.2%. The Intel Core 5 211TE is closest to the AMD EPYC 7543, which scores 15,477, a delta of -0.7%.

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

A: The largest delta is in the PassMark integer math test, where the AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX scores 146,506 compared to 33,991 for the Intel Core 5 211TE, a difference of 331%.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX supports DDR5 only, while the Intel Core 5 211TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, while the Intel Core 5 211TE has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head results confirm the AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX as the dominant performer across every recorded test. Starting with Cinebench R23 multicore, the AMD chip scores 25,265 against 12,201 for the Intel part, a 107.1% advantage. This more than doubles the Intel processor's multi-threaded rendering output. In single-core Cinebench R23, the margin narrows considerably: 1,857 versus 1,722, a 7.8% lead for AMD. This indicates that while the AMD architecture is stronger in single-thread performance, the difference is modest compared to the multi-core gap.

The PassMark suite reveals the true scale of the performance disparity. In data compression, the AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX scores 496,427 versus 133,434, a 272% difference. Data encryption shows an even larger gap: 29,919 versus 7,231, a 313.8% delta. Extended instructions testing produces 36,527 against 8,615, a 324% advantage. Prime number finding records 304 versus 72, a 322.2% delta. Floating-point math shows 86,747 versus 26,150, a 231.7% lead. Integer math delivers the largest margin at 331%, with scores of 146,506 and 33,991.

Multi-threaded performance in PassMark shows 41,732 versus 11,685, a 257.1% delta. The physics test produces 2,185 versus 1,278, a 71% advantage. Random string sorting yields 57,971 versus 14,838, a 290.7% delta. Single-thread PassMark results show 3,958 versus 1,408, a 181.1% advantage. The same single-thread score appears twice in the database under different test names, confirming the consistency of that measurement.

The data shows that the AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX does not merely outperform the Intel Core 5 211TE; it outperforms it by margins that range from roughly 1.7x in physics to over 4x in integer math. The smallest delta, the 7.8% single-core Cinebench gap, is the only area where the Intel processor approaches parity.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ substantially in their core specifications. The AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX offers 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core 5 211TE provides 10 cores and 16 threads. Base clock speeds differ significantly: the AMD part runs at 2.90 GHz, while the Intel part runs at 1.70 GHz. Boost clocks are closer, with the AMD chip reaching 5.10 GHz and the Intel chip reaching 4.80 GHz.

Thermal design power differs by 10 watts, with the AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX rated at 55W and the Intel Core 5 211TE rated at 45W. The socket types are incompatible: AMD uses Socket FL1, while Intel uses Socket 1700. Memory support differs in that the AMD processor supports only DDR5, whereas the Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is higher on the AMD side at 83.2 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s for Intel.

ECC memory support also differs. The Intel Core 5 211TE supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX does not. PCIe lane counts differ as well: the AMD processor provides 28 lanes of Gen 5 connectivity, while the Intel processor provides 16 lanes. The integrated graphics differ, with the AMD part using Radeon 610M and the Intel part using UHD Graphics 730. The AMD multiplier is unlocked, while the Intel multiplier is locked. The Intel processor has a launch MSRP of $221, while no launch MSRP is recorded for the AMD part.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divide between these two processors is substantial. The AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX uses the Zen 4 architecture on the Dragon Range codename, built on a 5 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 5 211TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel. The AMD processor contains 13,140 million transistors across a dual-die design measuring 2x 71 mm². The Intel processor has a die size of 215 mm², with transistor count not recorded in the database.

Cache hierarchies differ notably. The AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX uses 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 cache per core, with 64 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 5 211TE uses 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, with just 20 MB of shared L3 cache. This means the AMD processor has more than three times the L3 cache of the Intel part, a factor that contributes to its performance advantage in multi-threaded workloads.

The market segments also differ. The AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX is a mobile processor, while the Intel Core 5 211TE is a desktop processor. Both are currently active in production. The AMD part released on 2025-04-22, while the Intel part released on 2025-01-12. The AMD processor belongs to the 8000 series, while the Intel processor has no series designation recorded. The AMD part number is 100-000001850, and the Intel part number is SRQDL.

The Verdict

The recorded data points to a clear conclusion: the AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX is the superior processor in every benchmark category measured. With 13 wins out of 13 head-to-head tests, the AMD part delivers consistently higher performance across single-core, multi-core, encryption, compression, math, and physics workloads. The average benchmark score of 71,797 places it at the 94th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Core 5 211TE's average score of 15,370 places it at the 69th percentile.

For users prioritizing raw multi-threaded performance, the AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX offers more than double the Cinebench R23 multicore score of the Intel part. For encryption and integer-heavy workloads, the AMD chip delivers more than triple the throughput. Even in the closest matchup, single-core Cinebench R23, the AMD processor still leads by 7.8%.

The Intel Core 5 211TE does offer ECC memory support and a lower 45W TDP, which may matter for specific reliability-focused or power-constrained desktop builds. It also supports DDR4 memory, which could be relevant for users with existing DDR4 infrastructure. However, the benchmark data shows no workload where the Intel processor outperforms the AMD part.

The choice between these two processors depends entirely on whether the Intel part's ECC support, DDR4 compatibility, and lower power envelope outweigh the substantial performance deficit recorded across all benchmarks. For pure performance, the AMD Ryzen 7 8840HX wins every recorded test. The data does not identify any scenario where the Intel Core 5 211TE takes the lead.