AMD Ryzen 5 3501U vs Intel Core 5 223PE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The comparison between the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U and the Intel Core 5 223PE is not a close contest across the recorded benchmarks. The data shows the Intel part wins all 11 head-to-head tests, with the AMD processor failing to claim a single victory in any measured workload. The Intel Core 5 223PE dominates in every category, from single-threaded operations to heavily parallel tasks, making the outcome unambiguous.

The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U is a mobile processor with 4 cores and 4 threads, while the Intel Core 5 223PE is a desktop chip with 8 cores and 16 threads. That core and thread disparity explains much of the performance gap, but it does not tell the whole story. Even in single-thread tests, where core count matters less, the Intel part leads by a substantial margin. The Intel Core 5 223PE scores 4219 in PassMark single-thread testing, while the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U scores 2136, a difference of 49.4 percent in favor of Intel.

For multithreaded workloads, the Intel processor extends its advantage further. The PassMark multithread score for the Intel Core 5 223PE is 31124, compared to 7071 for the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U, a delta of 77.3 percent. This gap reflects both the higher core count and the higher boost clock, with Intel reaching 5.20 GHz versus 3.70 GHz for AMD.

The Intel Core 5 223PE also leads in memory-intensive tasks. Its memory bandwidth is listed at 89.6 GB/s, while the AMD processor manages 38.4 GB/s. This advantage shows up in data compression, where Intel scores 346623 against AMD's 87380, a 74.8 percent difference. The same pattern appears in data encryption, random string sorting, and extended instructions, where Intel leads by margins between 69.8 and 86.7 percent.

The only category where AMD comes close is single-thread performance, but even there it trails by roughly half. The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U uses a 12 nm process node from GlobalFoundries, while the Intel Core 5 223PE uses a 10 nm node from Intel, which contributes to the efficiency and clock speed differences.

The Verdict

The database records the Intel Core 5 223PE as the clear winner in every measured benchmark against the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U. The Intel processor sits in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD chip sits in the 69th percentile. The average benchmark score for the Intel part is 40585, nearly three times the AMD average of 14320.

For users prioritizing raw performance in desktop workloads, the Intel Core 5 223PE is the only choice based on this data. It offers 8 cores and 16 threads, a 5.20 GHz boost clock, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U, with 4 cores and 4 threads, a 3.70 GHz boost clock, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache, cannot match these specifications or the resulting benchmark scores.

The AMD processor does have a lower TDP of 15 watts versus 65 watts for Intel, which suggests it may fit into power-constrained mobile designs. However, the benchmark data shows no workload where the AMD part wins, so any power advantage does not translate into a performance victory in the recorded tests.

The Intel Core 5 223PE also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U supports only DDR4. The Intel part includes ECC memory support, which the AMD chip lacks. These features, combined with the benchmark results, position the Intel processor as the more capable and flexible option for desktop users.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest margin in the entire comparison appears in extended instructions, where the Intel Core 5 223PE scores 24672 against the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U's 3274. This is an 86.7 percent difference, meaning Intel delivers more than seven times the throughput in this workload. The same magnitude appears in prime number finding, with Intel scoring 159 versus AMD's 21, an 86.8 percent gap.

Floating-point math shows an 83.4 percent difference, with Intel at 76468 and AMD at 12707. Integer math follows at 73.6 percent, with Intel at 99819 and AMD at 26321. Physics testing shows an 80.6 percent gap, with Intel at 2493 and AMD at 483. These results indicate that the Intel processor handles both general-purpose arithmetic and specialized scientific workloads with far greater efficiency.

Multithread performance shows a 77.3 percent difference, with Intel at 31124 and AMD at 7071. This is expected given the 8-core, 16-thread configuration of the Intel chip against the 4-core, 4-thread AMD part. Data compression shows a 74.8 percent gap, with Intel at 346623 and AMD at 87380. Data encryption shows a 69.8 percent difference, with Intel at 18448 and AMD at 5580. Random string sorting shows a 70.9 percent gap, with Intel at 35798 and AMD at 10414.

The narrowest margin, though still substantial, is single-thread performance. Intel scores 4219 against AMD's 2136, a 49.4 percent difference. This indicates that even in workloads that do not scale with core count, the Intel architecture holds a decisive advantage. The higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz versus 3.70 GHz plays a significant role here, as does the newer 10 nm process node.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has 4 cores and 4 threads.

Q: What is the single-thread performance difference?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE scores 4219 in PassMark single-thread testing, while the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U scores 2136, a 49.4 percent difference in favor of Intel.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U boosts to 3.70 GHz.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U does not.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE supports DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U supports only DDR4.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has an average benchmark score of 40585, while the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has an average of 14320.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U uses the Picasso codename and belongs to the Ryzen 5 generation based on the Zen+ architecture. It is built on a 12 nm process at GlobalFoundries with 4,940 million transistors and a die size of 210 mm². The Intel Core 5 223PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation based on the Bartlett Lake architecture. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel, with transistor count and die size not recorded in the database.

Cache configurations differ substantially. The AMD processor has 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The larger L3 cache on the Intel chip, 24 MB versus 4 MB, provides a significant advantage in workloads that benefit from large working sets.

The AMD processor uses AMD Socket FP5, while the Intel processor uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD chip has a TDP of 15 watts, while the Intel chip has a TDP of 65 watts. The AMD processor uses PCIe Gen 3, while the Intel processor uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes available to the CPU. Memory bandwidth is 38.4 GB/s for AMD and 89.6 GB/s for Intel, both using dual-channel configurations.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U includes Radeon Vega 8 graphics, while the Intel Core 5 223PE includes UHD Graphics 730. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not supported according to the database.

Specification Differences

The core count differs significantly: AMD has 4 cores and 4 threads, while Intel has 8 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are 2.10 GHz for AMD and 2.90 GHz for Intel, while boost clocks are 3.70 GHz and 5.20 GHz respectively. TDP is 15 watts for AMD and 65 watts for Intel.

The process node is 12 nm for AMD and 10 nm for Intel. The foundry is GlobalFoundries for AMD and Intel for Intel. The AMD processor has a transistor count of 4,940 million and a die size of 210 mm², while the Intel processor has no recorded transistor count or die size.

Cache specifications show L1 at 96 KB per core for AMD and 80 KB per core for Intel. L2 is 512 KB per core for AMD and 2 MB per core for Intel. L3 is 4 MB shared for AMD and 24 MB shared for Intel.

Memory support is DDR4 for AMD and DDR4 plus DDR5 for Intel. Memory bandwidth is 38.4 GB/s for AMD and 89.6 GB/s for Intel. ECC memory is not supported on AMD but is supported on Intel. PCIe is Gen 3 for AMD and Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes for Intel.

The socket is AMD Socket FP5 for AMD and Intel Socket 1700 for Intel. The integrated graphics are Radeon Vega 8 for AMD and UHD Graphics 730 for Intel. The market segment is Mobile for AMD and Desktop for Intel. Both processors are listed as Active in production status. The launch MSRP for the Intel Core 5 223PE is $232, while the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has no recorded launch MSRP.