AMD Ryzen 7 160 vs Intel Core 9 273PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive, one-sided set of benchmark results. The Intel Core 9 273PE wins all 11 head-to-head comparisons against the AMD Ryzen 7 160. The margin varies dramatically by workload, from a narrow single-thread edge to a near-total rout in floating-point math.

The closest contest is single-thread performance. The Intel part scores 3650 in PassMark single-thread, while the AMD Ryzen 7 160 scores 3435. That is a 5.9% advantage for Intel. This is the only benchmark where the two processors are within shouting distance. Every other test shows a much larger gap.

The biggest disparity is in floating-point math. Intel scores 107884 versus AMD's 6673, a delta of 93.8% in favor of the Core 9 273PE. This is a massive gap, likely reflecting the fundamental architectural differences between the two chips. Similarly, the prime number test shows Intel at 203 versus AMD at 43, a 78.8% deficit for the Ryzen part.

Multi-threaded workloads also heavily favor Intel. The multithread score is 36810 for Intel versus 12237 for AMD, a 66.8% advantage. Physics simulation shows 3120 versus 793, a 74.6% gap. The data compression test sees Intel at 405885 versus 242634, a 40.2% difference. Integer math shows 139410 versus 81370, a 41.6% gap, and random string sorting shows 45098 versus 25981, a 42.4% difference.

The remaining benchmarks follow the same pattern. Data encryption favors Intel 22719 to 15520, a 31.7% margin. Extended instructions show 24630 versus 16170, a 34.3% gap. In no single test does the AMD Ryzen 7 160 manage a win, and the average benchmark scores reflect this: Intel's average is 49845, while AMD's is 37117. The Ryzen 7 160 sits at the 85th percentile of all CPUs, while the Core 9 273PE sits at the 90th percentile.

The nearest rivals in the database contextualize these scores. The Ryzen 7 160's average score of 37117 puts it within 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen 7 7735H (37161) and within 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 (37093). It is essentially tied with the Intel Core i7-13700 (37135) and Intel Core i9-12900T (37112). The Core 9 273PE, by contrast, with its average of 49845, sits within 0.9% of the Intel Core i5-14600KF (49394) and 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 (49796). It trails the Intel Core i9-13980HX (50398) by 1.1% and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 (50448) by 1.2%.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies and manufacturing processes. The AMD Ryzen 7 160 is built on a 6 nm process at TSMC, using the Zen 3+ architecture with the Rembrandt-R codename. It is a mobile-class chip on the AMD Socket FP7. The Intel Core 9 273PE uses a 10 nm process at Intel, with the Bartlett Lake codename, and is a desktop part on Intel Socket 1700.

Core and thread counts differ substantially. The AMD part has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel part has 12 cores and 24 threads. That is a 50% advantage in core count and thread count for Intel, which explains much of the multi-threaded performance gap.

Cache configurations also differ. The Ryzen 7 160 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 9 273PE has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel's larger per-core L2 and more than double the L3 capacity give it a substantial cache hierarchy advantage.

Clock speeds tell a mixed story. The AMD chip has a higher base clock at 2.70 GHz versus Intel's 2.30 GHz. But the Intel chip has a much higher boost clock at 5.70 GHz versus AMD's 4.75 GHz. The boost clock advantage likely drives the single-thread win.

Memory and I/O support differ as well. The AMD Ryzen 7 160 supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and 76.8 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Intel Core 9 273PE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but with 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth. Both support ECC memory. For PCIe, the AMD part uses Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes, while the Intel part uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

Integrated graphics differ. The AMD part includes Radeon 680M graphics. The Intel part includes UHD Graphics 730. The die size for the AMD chip is 210 mm², while the Intel chip's die size is not recorded in the database.

Power and thermal characteristics differ notably. The AMD Ryzen 7 160 has a TDP of 28 watts. The Intel Core 9 273PE has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel part consumes more power, which aligns with its higher performance and desktop market segment.

Release timing also differs. The AMD part was released on 2025-09-30. The Intel part followed later, on 2026-03-08. Both are listed as Active in production status. Neither has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD part number is 100-000000991(FP7r2), and the Intel part number is SA4QD.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in single-thread performance?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE wins with a PassMark single-thread score of 3650 versus the AMD Ryzen 7 160's 3435, a 5.9% advantage.

Q: How large is the multi-threaded performance gap?

A: The Intel part scores 36810 in PassMark multithread versus 12237 for the AMD part, a 66.8% difference in Intel's favor.

Q: What is the most lopsided benchmark result between the two?

A: Floating-point math shows the largest gap. Intel scores 107884 versus AMD's 6673, a 93.8% difference.

Q: Do the two processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 7 160 supports DDR5 only, while the Intel Core 9 273PE supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 160 has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 9 273PE has 12 cores and 24 threads.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare to nearby rivals?

A: The AMD part's average of 37117 is within 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen 7 7735H and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450. The Intel part's average of 49845 is within 0.9% of the Intel Core i5-14600KF and 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every major specification category recorded in the database.

• Cores: AMD 8, Intel 12
• Threads: AMD 16, Intel 24
• Base clock: AMD 2.70 GHz, Intel 2.30 GHz
• Boost clock: AMD 4.75 GHz, Intel 5.70 GHz
• TDP: AMD 28 W, Intel 65 W
• Socket: AMD Socket FP7, Intel Socket 1700
• Codename: Rembrandt-R, Bartlett Lake
• Process node: 6 nm (TSMC), 10 nm (Intel)
• 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, 36 MB shared
• Memory support: DDR5 only, DDR4 and DDR5
• Memory bandwidth: 76.8 GB/s, 89.6 GB/s
• PCIe: Gen 4 with 20 lanes, Gen 5 with 16 lanes
• Integrated graphics: Radeon 680M, UHD Graphics 730
• Market segment: Mobile, Desktop
• Release date: 2025-09-30, 2026-03-08
• Part number: 100-000000991(FP7r2), SA4QD
• Launch MSRP: The Intel Core 9 273PE launched at $549. The AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP.

Fields that do not differ include ECC memory support (both true), dual-channel memory bus (both), multiplier unlock status (both false), and production status (both Active). The AMD part has a recorded die size of 210 mm², while the Intel part's die size is not recorded.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data gives the Intel Core 9 273PE a clean sweep across all 11 recorded comparisons. That means the use-case split is heavily skewed toward Intel for almost every workload type.

The Intel part is the clear choice for compute-heavy tasks. The floating-point math score of 107884 versus 6673 indicates a massive advantage for scientific computing, simulation, and any workload that relies heavily on FPU throughput. The prime number score of 203 versus 43 points to similar strengths in integer-heavy algorithmic work. The physics score of 3120 versus 793 reinforces this pattern for physics simulation workloads.

For multi-threaded productivity, Intel again dominates. The multithread score of 36810 versus 12237, combined with data compression at 405885 versus 242634, suggests strong performance in rendering, video encoding, and other parallel workloads. The 12-core, 24-thread configuration with 36 MB of L3 cache gives Intel a structural advantage in these scenarios.

The Intel part also wins in single-thread performance, though by a much narrower margin. The 5.9% lead in PassMark single-thread, driven by the 5.70 GHz boost clock, means Intel has the edge in lightly threaded applications like older games or single-threaded productivity tools. The margin is small enough that real-world differences would be minor.

The AMD Ryzen 7 160 does not win any recorded benchmark, but its profile still defines a distinct use case. With a 28 W TDP, it is a mobile-class processor on the AMD Socket FP7. Its lower power envelope and Radeon 680M integrated graphics position it for battery-conscious mobile systems. The Intel part, at 65 W, is a desktop processor with UHD Graphics 730.

The AMD part's base clock of 2.70 GHz exceeds Intel's 2.30 GHz, suggesting better efficiency at lower loads. But the Intel part's boost clock of 5.70 GHz versus 4.75 GHz gives it the performance ceiling. The AMD part also uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes, a trade-off between lane count and per-lane bandwidth.

In terms of database standing, the Intel part's 90th percentile placement versus AMD's 85th percentile confirms the overall hierarchy. The Intel Core 9 273PE belongs in a performance tier above the AMD Ryzen 7 160, and the benchmark data supports that placement across every recorded workload.