AMD Ryzen 5 130 vs Intel Core 5 315 Comparison

The database comparison places the AMD Ryzen 5 130 against the Intel Core 5 315, with the available performance metrics recorded solely for the Intel part. The AMD processor has no benchmark entries in the database, while the Intel Core 5 315 holds a complete set of scores. This asymmetry defines the scope of the analysis: the Intel data serves as the reference point, and the AMD specifications are evaluated against those measured results.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 5 315 delivers a robust set of Cinebench scores. In Cinebench R15, the multicore result is 1308 points and the single-core result is 184 points. Moving to Cinebench R20, the multicore score rises to 5452, with a single-core score of 769. The Cinebench R23 suite shows a multicore score of 12981 and a single-core score of 1832. These figures indicate a strong scaling pattern from older to newer rendering workloads.

The Passmark suite adds further detail. The single-thread score is 4021 points, while the multithread score reaches 15272. Integer math scores 31690, floating-point math scores 42441, and extended instructions score 13143. Data compression scores 146143, data encryption scores 11119, and random string sorting scores 17551. The physics test returns 1163 points, and the find prime numbers test returns 112 points.

The Intel part holds an average benchmark score of 18188 and sits at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 9274F with an average score of 18189 and a delta of 0 percent, the Intel Core i7-9700 with 18180 and a 0 percent delta, the Intel Core i7-1365U with 18177 and a 0.1 percent delta, and the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U with 18176 and a 0.1 percent delta. These near-identical scores place the Core 5 315 in a tightly contested performance band where the differences are statistically negligible.

Since the AMD Ryzen 5 130 has no benchmark scores, the database records zero wins for either processor in head-to-head tests. The only measurable performance data comes from the Intel side. The AMD part’s specifications suggest capability, but without recorded scores, the database cannot confirm any comparative performance relationship.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score for the Intel Core 5 315?

A: The Intel Core 5 315 records an average benchmark score of 18188, placing it at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs in the database.

Q: How does the Intel Core 5 315 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The nearest rivals are the AMD EPYC 9274F at 18189 (0 percent delta), the Intel Core i7-9700 at 18180 (0 percent delta), the Intel Core i7-1365U at 18177 (0.1 percent delta), and the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U at 18176 (0.1 percent delta). All scores fall within a 13-point range.

Q: What are the Cinebench R23 scores for the Intel Core 5 315?

A: The Cinebench R23 multicore score is 12981 and the single-core score is 1832.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 5 130 have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No, the AMD Ryzen 5 130 has an empty benchmark list. All performance data in this comparison comes from the Intel Core 5 315.

Q: What is the Passmark single-thread score for the Intel Core 5 315?

A: The Passmark single-thread score is 4021 points, with the multithread score at 15272 points.

Q: What is the launch MSRP for the Intel Core 5 315?

A: The launch MSRP for the Intel Core 5 315 is $340.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear choice only for the Intel Core 5 315, as it is the sole processor with recorded measurements. The Intel part demonstrates verified performance across multiple suites, including a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 12981 and a Passmark single-thread score of 4021. Its average score of 18188 and 72nd percentile ranking confirm that it competes evenly with the AMD EPYC 9274F, Intel Core i7-9700, Intel Core i7-1365U, and AMD Ryzen 7 5700U, all within a 0.1 percent delta.

The AMD Ryzen 5 130 cannot be recommended based on performance data because the database contains no benchmark results for it. The processor’s specifications indicate it is designed for mobile use, but the absence of scores means the database offers no measured evidence of its capabilities. For any workload analysis grounded in recorded data, the Intel Core 5 315 is the only verified option. The AMD part may be evaluated on paper, but the Intel part delivers the measurable results.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several core specifications. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 5 315 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The AMD base clock is 2.90 GHz and the boost clock is 4.55 GHz. The Intel base clock is 1.50 GHz with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The TDP differs significantly: the AMD part draws 28 watts, while the Intel part draws 15 watts.

Socket types are distinct. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket FP7, and the Intel processor uses Intel BGA 1516. The memory support also varies: the AMD part supports DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and a bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the Intel part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a single-channel bus and a bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s. ECC memory is supported on the AMD part but not on the Intel part.

PCIe lane counts differ as well. The AMD processor provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel processor provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only). The process nodes are different: the AMD part uses a 6 nm process from TSMC, and the Intel part uses a 3 nm process from Intel. The AMD die size is 210 mm², while the Intel die size is not recorded. The release dates are also distinct: the AMD part launched on 2025-09-30, and the Intel part launched on 2026-04-15.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split is substantial. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 uses the Zen 3+ architecture with the codename Rembrandt-R, while the Intel Core 5 315 uses the Wildcat Lake codename with no architecture field recorded. The AMD generation is listed as Ryzen 5 (Zen 3+ (Rembrandt)), and the Intel generation is listed as Core 5 (Wildcat Lake).

Cache configurations differ sharply. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has 192 KB of L1 cache total, 2.5 MB of L2 cache total, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The L3 capacity difference is notable: 16 MB versus 6 MB.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD processor includes Radeon 660M graphics, while the Intel processor includes Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe). Both are mobile segments, and both are active production parts. The AMD processor has part number 100-000000992(FP7r2), and the Intel processor has part number SAEFC. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD part does not have a recorded launch MSRP, while the Intel part lists a launch MSRP of $340.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 315 wins in every measured category because it is the only processor with benchmark data. The recorded scores show strength in multithreaded workloads, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 12981 and a Passmark multithread score of 15272. The single-thread performance is also solid, with a Passmark single-thread score of 4021 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1832. Data compression and encryption workloads show high throughput, with scores of 146143 and 11119 respectively.

The AMD Ryzen 5 130 has no recorded wins because no benchmark results exist. Its potential advantages lie in the specification sheet: a higher TDP of 28 watts suggests more sustained power headroom, and the dual-channel memory bus with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth exceeds the Intel part’s single-channel 59.7 GB/s. The larger L3 cache of 16 MB versus 6 MB could benefit cache-sensitive workloads, but the database provides no scores to confirm this. The AMD part also supports ECC memory, which the Intel part does not.

For users prioritizing verified performance, the Intel Core 5 315 is the clear choice. For users prioritizing specifications such as memory bandwidth or cache size, the AMD Ryzen 5 130 may have theoretical advantages, but the database offers no measured evidence to support any claim of superiority. The only conclusion supported by recorded data is that the Intel part performs within a tight band around its nearest rivals, and the AMD part remains an unmeasured quantity.