AMD Ryzen 5 150 vs Intel Core 7 253PE Comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 150 and Intel Core 7 253PE are two active processors aimed at different market segments, with the AMD part designed for mobile platforms and the Intel part for desktops. The recorded benchmark data shows a clear overall winner in the Intel Core 7 253PE, which takes all 11 head-to-head benchmark wins. However, the two chips have fundamentally different design philosophies, physical specifications, and performance profiles that make them suitable for distinct types of workloads.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 253PE wins every single recorded head-to-head benchmark. The largest margins come in compute-heavy tasks: passmark_find_prime_numbers shows a 65.9% advantage, passmark_floating_point_math a 56.6% edge, and passmark_physics a 56.3% lead. These are workloads that scale aggressively with core count and raw execution resources, which aligns with the Intel chip having 10 cores and 20 threads against the AMD processor's 6 cores and 12 threads.

The AMD Ryzen 5 150 does not win any of the 11 recorded head-to-head tests. Its closest relative performance comes in passmark_single_thread, where the Intel chip leads by 20.2%. In passmark_data_encryption, the gap narrows to 27%, and in passmark_random_string_sorting it is 31.7%. The smaller deltas in these tests suggest that the AMD architecture remains competitive in single-threaded and memory-latency-sensitive workloads, even though it does not take the win.

For use-case planning, the data indicates that the Intel Core 7 253PE is the stronger choice for multithreaded productivity, scientific computing, and encryption workloads. The AMD Ryzen 5 150, while losing every head-to-head test, holds its ground better in lighter single-threaded tasks and carries the advantage of a much lower thermal envelope, which matters for mobile deployments.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different foundries and process nodes. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 uses TSMC's 6 nm process with a Zen 3+ architecture on the Rembrandt-R codename, with a die size of 210 mm². The Intel Core 7 253PE uses Intel's own 10 nm process with the Bartlett Lake codename. The process node difference is significant: the AMD chip's 6 nm node is denser, which helps explain its 35 W TDP despite having fewer cores.

Core counts differ substantially. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part has 10 cores and 20 threads. Cache hierarchies also differ. The AMD chip has 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel chip has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3. The larger L2 and L3 allocations on the Intel side contribute to its higher throughput in data-heavy workloads.

Memory support diverges as well. The AMD processor supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a measured bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but with a higher bandwidth figure of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel chip also supports ECC memory, while the AMD chip does not. PCIe connectivity differs: the AMD part has Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes, while the Intel part has Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

The integrated graphics solutions are different. AMD includes the Radeon 660M, while Intel includes UHD Graphics 730. The AMD part uses Socket FP7, the Intel part uses Socket 1700. The AMD chip's base clock is 3.30 GHz with a boost of 4.55 GHz, while the Intel chip runs at a lower 2.50 GHz base but boosts to 5.50 GHz. The Intel chip has a 65 W TDP, the AMD chip a 35 W TDP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has 10 cores and 20 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 150 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Does the Intel Core 7 253PE support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 7 253PE has ECC memory support. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the AMD Ryzen 5 150 has 76.8 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE boosts to 5.50 GHz, compared to the AMD Ryzen 5 150's boost of 4.55 GHz. The AMD chip has a higher base clock at 3.30 GHz versus 2.50 GHz.

Q: What process nodes are used?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 150 uses TSMC's 6 nm process, and the Intel Core 7 253PE uses Intel's 10 nm process.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has an average benchmark score of 40557 and sits in the 87th percentile of all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 has an average score of 34881 and sits in the 84th percentile.

Specification Differences

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

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 150 | Intel Core 7 253PE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 10 |

| Threads | 12 | 20 |

| Base Clock | 3.30 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.55 GHz | 5.50 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 3+ | Not specified |

| Codename | Rembrandt-R | Bartlett Lake |

| Process Node | 6 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| Die Size | 210 mm² | Not specified |

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

| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB (shared) | 33 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 660M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2025-09-30 | 2026-03-08 |

| Launch MSRP | Not specified | $384 |

| Part Number | 100-000000990 (FP7r2) | SA4QE |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded head-to-head data shows a dominant performance from the Intel Core 7 253PE across every test. The largest single gap is in passmark_find_prime_numbers, where the Intel chip scores 138 against the AMD chip's 47, a 65.9% advantage. This test is highly sensitive to integer throughput and core count, and the Intel processor's 10 cores and 20 threads provide a clear structural edge.

In passmark_floating_point_math, the Intel processor scores 80870 versus 35118, a 56.6% lead. The passmark_physics test shows a similar pattern: 1845 for Intel against 806 for AMD, a 56.3% delta. These results confirm that the Intel chip's advantage grows in workloads that can use all available execution resources.

Multithreaded performance follows the same trend. The passmark_multithread score is 29271 for Intel versus 17492 for AMD, a 40.2% gap. The passmark_integer_math test shows 114158 for Intel versus 62151 for AMD, a 45.6% delta. Data compression also favors Intel: 339133 versus 211289, a 37.7% difference.

The Intel chip wins the encryption test with 18385 versus 13425, a 27% delta, and extended instructions with 21806 versus 14675, a 32.7% delta. Random string sorting goes to Intel at 32777 versus 22382, a 31.7% edge. The narrowest margin is in single-threaded performance, where Intel scores 3955 against AMD's 3155, a 20.2% lead. That is still a substantial single-thread gap, but it is the closest the AMD chip gets in this comparison.

The average benchmark score difference reinforces the head-to-head results. Intel averages 40557 across all recorded benchmarks, while AMD averages 34881. The Intel chip also has a higher percentile ranking at 87 versus 84. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core 5 223PE and AMD Ryzen 9 7940H, with deltas of -0.1% and 0.3% respectively. The AMD chip's nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon 6349P and Intel Core 7 253PTE, with deltas of 0% and -0.2%.

The Verdict

The data points to a straightforward conclusion. The Intel Core 7 253PE outperforms the AMD Ryzen 5 150 in every recorded benchmark, with the largest margins in floating-point, physics, and prime-number workloads. Its 10 cores, 20 threads, larger cache hierarchy, and higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz combine to deliver an average score of 40557, which places it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs. It also supports ECC memory and both DDR4 and DDR5, and its launch MSRP is $384.

The AMD Ryzen 5 150 remains relevant for a different reason. It is a mobile processor with a 35 W TDP, a 6 nm TSMC process, and a die size of 210 mm². It uses Socket FP7 and includes the Radeon 660M integrated graphics. Its average benchmark score of 34881 and 84th percentile ranking are lower, but the 20.2% single-thread gap is its best showing in the comparison. For systems where thermal budget and mobile form factor take priority over raw throughput, the AMD part is the only one of the two that fits that profile. For desktop workloads that demand maximum compute performance, the Intel Core 7 253PE is the clear choice based on the recorded data.