AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT vs Intel Core 7 251TE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT and the Intel Core 7 251TE occupy very different positions in the desktop processor market. Benchmark data from the database shows the Intel part winning 16 of 17 head-to-head tests, with the AMD chip securing a single narrow victory. The Core 7 251TE delivers substantially higher scores in both multi-threaded and single-threaded workloads, driven by a much larger core count and higher boost clock. However, the two processors differ significantly in platform requirements, memory support, and integrated graphics, which shapes their practical use cases.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE has 24 cores and 32 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the performance gap in multi-core workloads?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE leads by 37.9% in Cinebench R23 multi-core (25518 vs 15848) and by 36.7% in PassMark multithread (30022 vs 19000).

Q: Does the AMD processor win any benchmark tests?

A: Yes, the Ryzen 5 5500GT wins the PassMark extended instructions test with a score of 17027, which is 0.3% higher than the Intel’s 16974.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT supports DDR4 memory only, while the Intel Core 7 251TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, compared to the AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT’s boost clock of 4.40 GHz.

Q: What are the integrated graphics solutions?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT uses Radeon Vega 7, while the Intel Core 7 251TE uses UHD Graphics 770.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different architectures. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT uses the Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename, manufactured on a 7 nm process by TSMC. It has 10,700 million transistors on a die size of 180 mm². The Intel Core 7 251TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, manufactured on a 10 nm process by Intel, with a die size of 215 mm². Intel does not list a transistor count for this part in the database.

The core configurations differ dramatically. AMD provides 6 cores and 12 threads, while Intel provides 24 cores and 32 threads. This 4x core advantage and nearly 3x thread advantage explains the large multi-core score differences. Cache hierarchies also diverge: the AMD chip has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache, which is more than double the AMD L3 capacity.

Platform features separate the two as well. The AMD processor uses Socket AM4 with PCIe Gen 3 (16 lanes for CPU), while the Intel processor uses Socket 1700 with PCIe Gen 5 (16 lanes for CPU). Intel’s PCIe Gen 5 support provides higher bandwidth for compatible devices. The AMD chip supports DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, while the Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, a 75% increase in theoretical memory bandwidth.

The Intel Core 7 251TE also supports ECC memory (a database field set to true), while the AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT does not. The AMD chip has an unlocked multiplier, making overclocking possible, while the Intel chip has a locked multiplier. Integrated graphics differ as well: AMD uses Radeon Vega 7, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 770.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 251TE dominates the vast majority of benchmark categories. In Cinebench tests (R15, R20, R23), the Intel chip wins both multi-core and single-core tests by 37.8% to 37.9%. PassMark tests show Intel winning data compression by 27.1%, data encryption by 33.5%, find prime numbers by 61.4%, floating point math by 57.1%, integer math by 48.9%, multithread by 36.7%, physics by 56.7%, random string sorting by 38%, and single thread by 14.1%. These results indicate Intel’s advantage spans both integer and floating point workloads, as well as memory-intensive tasks like data compression and sorting.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT wins exactly one test: PassMark extended instructions, with a 0.3% margin (17027 vs 16974). This is a narrow victory and does not represent a meaningful overall performance advantage. The AMD chip’s single-thread score in PassMark is 3066 versus Intel’s 3568, a 14.1% deficit. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score is 2237 versus Intel’s 3602, a 37.9% deficit.

For use-case planning, the data suggests the Intel chip is the stronger choice for heavily threaded applications such as video encoding, 3D rendering, scientific computation, and server-like workloads. Its 24 cores and 32 threads provide a clear edge in parallel tasks. The AMD chip may be adequate for basic desktop tasks and light productivity, but its 6 cores and 12 threads limit its ceiling in multi-threaded work.

Specification Differences

The table below lists only the fields where the two processors differ:

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT | Intel Core 7 251TE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 24 |

| Threads | 12 | 32 |

| Base clock | 3.60 GHz | 1.40 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.40 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Cezanne | Bartlett Lake |

| Process node | 7 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die size | 180 mm² | 215 mm² |

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

| L2 cache | 512 KB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 16 MB | 36 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| ECC memory | false | true |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon Vega 7 | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Launch MSRP | $125 | $384 |

| Multiplier unlocked | true | false |

| Release date | 2024-01-07 | 2025-01-12 |

The Intel chip has a lower base clock (1.40 GHz vs 3.60 GHz) but a much higher boost clock (5.40 GHz vs 4.40 GHz). Its TDP is lower at 45 W despite having more cores. The AMD chip has a smaller die and a more advanced process node (7 nm vs 10 nm).

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench R23 multi-core test shows the Intel Core 7 251TE scoring 25518 against the AMD’s 15848, a 37.9% advantage. This is the largest margin in the Cinebench suite. The single-core R23 test shows a similar gap: 3602 vs 2237, also 37.9%. The same pattern repeats in R15 and R20, with Intel leading by 37.8% to 37.9% in both multi-core and single-core variants.

In PassMark tests, the largest Intel win is in find prime numbers, where the Intel chip scores 140 against the AMD’s 54, a 61.4% difference. Floating point math shows Intel at 85607 vs AMD’s 36694, a 57.1% gap. Physics tests show Intel at 1938 vs AMD’s 840, a 56.7% difference. Integer math shows Intel at 125739 vs AMD’s 64218, a 48.9% gap. Random string sorting shows Intel at 39643 vs AMD’s 24583, a 38% difference. Data compression shows Intel at 334399 vs AMD’s 243904, a 27.1% gap. Data encryption shows Intel at 22176 vs AMD’s 14754, a 33.5% difference. Single-thread PassMark shows Intel at 3568 vs AMD’s 3066, a 14.1% gap, which is the smallest Intel victory in the PassMark suite.

The only AMD win is in extended instructions: 17027 vs 16974, a 0.3% margin. This is a marginal result and does not offset the broader pattern. The benchmark data records 1 win for the AMD chip and 16 wins for the Intel chip.

The Verdict

The Intel Core 7 251TE is the superior processor according to the recorded benchmark data. It wins 16 of 17 head-to-head tests, with wins spanning every Cinebench version and nearly every PassMark workload. Its 24 cores and 32 threads provide a decisive multi-threaded advantage, evidenced by the 37.9% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and the 36.7% lead in PassMark multithread. The Intel chip also delivers stronger single-thread performance, with a 37.9% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core and a 14.1% lead in PassMark single-thread.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT does have a niche: its single PassMark extended instructions win (0.3% margin) suggests parity in that specific instruction set workload. Its lower launch MSRP ($125 vs $384) and unlocked multiplier make it a different class of product, but the data does not support choosing it for raw performance. The Intel chip also offers DDR5 support, higher memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s vs 51.2 GB/s), ECC memory support, and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity.

For users building a system where multi-threaded performance is the priority, the Intel Core 7 251TE is the clear choice based on the benchmark results. For users who prioritize a lower launch MSRP and an unlocked multiplier, the AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT offers a cheaper entry point, but its 6-core design places it far behind in almost every measured workload. The data leads to a single conclusion: the Intel Core 7 251TE is the stronger processor in nearly every category.