AMD Ryzen 7 7736U vs Intel Core 9 273PTE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark comparison between the Intel Core 9 273PTE and AMD Ryzen 7 7736U shows a clear overall advantage for Intel, with the Core 9 273PTE winning 12 of the 15 head-to-head tests. However, the margin of victory varies dramatically depending on the workload, and AMD secures meaningful wins in specific tasks.

The most striking Intel victory comes in Cinebench R23 single-core, where the Core 9 273PTE scores 2886 against the Ryzen 7 7736U's 1548, a massive 86.4% advantage. This is the largest single-core gap in the entire comparison and indicates a substantial architectural and clock-speed advantage for Intel in lightly threaded tasks. Cinebench R23 multi-core tells a similar story, with Intel scoring 20445 versus 12768, a 60.1% lead. The Cinebench R15 results follow the same pattern: Intel leads by 17.9% in single-core (290 vs 246) and by a narrower 2% in multi-core (2060 vs 2019).

In PassMark workloads, Intel's dominance continues in several categories. The find prime numbers test shows Intel at 142 versus AMD's 56, an extraordinary 153.6% advantage. Physics processing also heavily favors Intel, with scores of 1917 versus 1007, a 90.4% lead. Floating point math goes to Intel at 60673 versus 44499, a 36.3% margin. The multithread test shows Intel ahead at 24054 versus 21725, a 10.7% advantage. Integer math is closer, with Intel at 82411 versus 78821, only 4.6% ahead. Random string sorting shows a modest 2.8% Intel lead (28973 vs 28172), and the PassMark single-thread tests show Intel ahead by 2.5% (3433 vs 3350).

AMD's three wins are concentrated in specific data-processing tasks. The data compression test goes to AMD at 274440 versus 258704, a 5.7% advantage. Data encryption favors AMD at 15635 versus 14253, an 8.8% lead. The extended instructions test shows AMD's largest win at 19384 versus 15952, a 17.7% margin. These results suggest AMD's Zen 3+ architecture handles certain specialized instruction patterns more efficiently, even though it trails in most general-purpose workloads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors represent fundamentally different design philosophies and market targets. The Intel Core 9 273PTE is built on Intel's 10 nm process and uses the Bartlett Lake codename, part of the Core 9 generation. It features 12 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 1.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 7 7736U belongs to the Ryzen 7000 series, uses TSMC's 6 nm process, and carries the Rembrandt-R codename. Its architecture is Zen 3+, with 8 cores and 16 threads, a base clock of 2.70 GHz, and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz.

Cache hierarchies differ significantly. The Intel chip provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3. AMD's design offers 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The larger L3 on Intel likely contributes to its multi-core performance advantage, though AMD's higher base clock partially compensates in some scenarios.

The memory interfaces also diverge. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel access and a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. AMD supports only DDR5, also dual-channel, with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. Both support ECC memory. PCIe capabilities differ: Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). This gives Intel a newer PCIe generation but fewer total lanes.

The integrated graphics differ substantially. Intel includes UHD Graphics 730, while AMD integrates the Radeon 680M. The Radeon 680M is generally considered more capable for graphics tasks, though no benchmark scores for the iGPUs are available in the database. The AMD die size is recorded at 208 mm², while Intel's die size is not listed.

Power envelopes are dramatically different. The Intel part has a TDP of 45 watts, while the AMD part is rated at 15 watts. This reflects their market segments: Intel is a desktop processor (Socket 1700), while AMD is a mobile processor (Socket FP7). The AMD's lower power draw makes it suitable for thin-and-light laptops, whereas Intel's higher power budget enables sustained high-frequency operation.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PTE is the clear choice for compute-intensive, multi-threaded workloads. Its 60.1% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 10.7% lead in PassMark multithread demonstrate strong scaling across all cores. The 36.3% advantage in floating point math makes it well-suited for scientific computing, 3D rendering, and simulation tasks that rely heavily on FPU performance. The 153.6% lead in prime number finding indicates exceptional integer arithmetic efficiency, which benefits cryptography, hashing, and certain financial modeling workloads.

Single-core performance is also a major Intel strength. The 86.4% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core translates to snappier application launches, faster spreadsheet recalculation, and better performance in older or poorly-threaded software. The 90.4% advantage in physics processing suggests strong performance in game physics and engineering simulations, though the desktop market segment and lack of a high-end iGPU may limit gaming appeal.

The AMD Ryzen 7 7736U wins where specialized instruction handling matters. The 17.7% lead in extended instructions indicates better execution of AVX-512 or similar advanced instruction sets, which benefits video encoding, machine learning inference, and some scientific workloads. The 8.8% advantage in data encryption makes it preferable for secure communication, VPN processing, and full-disk encryption tasks. The 5.7% lead in data compression favors it for archiving, database operations, and network file transfer scenarios.

The thermal and power characteristics also define use cases. AMD's 15-watt TDP makes it suitable for fanless or low-noise designs, extended battery life in laptops, and compact form factors. Intel's 45-watt TDP requires stronger cooling but enables sustained all-core turbo operation. For mobile users prioritizing battery life and portability, AMD is the logical choice. For desktop users with adequate cooling who need maximum throughput, Intel is superior.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the two processors:

• Cores: Intel 12, AMD 8
• Threads: Intel 24, AMD 16
• Base clock: Intel 1.40 GHz, AMD 2.70 GHz
• Boost clock: Intel 5.50 GHz, AMD 4.70 GHz
• TDP: Intel 45 W, AMD 15 W
• Socket: Intel Socket 1700, AMD Socket FP7
• Codename: Bartlett Lake vs Rembrandt-R
• Process node: Intel 10 nm, AMD 6 nm (TSMC)
• Die size: Intel not listed, AMD 208 mm²
• L1 cache: Intel 80 KB/core, AMD 64 KB/core
• L2 cache: Intel 2 MB/core, AMD 512 KB/core
• L3 cache: Intel 36 MB shared, AMD 16 MB shared
• Memory support: Intel DDR4 and DDR5, AMD DDR5 only
• Memory bandwidth: Intel 89.6 GB/s, AMD 76.8 GB/s
• PCIe: Intel Gen 5, 16 lanes; AMD Gen 4, 20 lanes
• Integrated graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 730, AMD Radeon 680M
• Market segment: Intel Desktop, AMD Mobile
• Release date: Intel 2026-03-08, AMD 2023-01-03
• Launch MSRP: Intel $549, AMD not listed
• Part number: Intel SA4QJ, AMD 100-000000534(FP7)100-000000617(FP7r2)

The Intel part has a higher average benchmark score of 31143 versus AMD's 30364, a 2.6% overall difference. Both processors rank in the 82nd and 81st percentiles respectively among all CPUs, indicating they are closely positioned overall despite their architectural differences. Intel's nearest rivals include the Core i7-12700F (0.2% ahead by average score) and Ryzen 9 8945HS (also 0.2% ahead), while AMD's closest competitors include the Ryzen 5 7640HS (0.1% ahead) and Core i9-11980HK (0.2% ahead).

FAQ

Q: Which processor has better single-core performance?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE wins all single-core tests. In Cinebench R23 single-core, it scores 2886 versus the AMD's 1548, a 86.4% advantage. PassMark single-thread shows a narrower 2.5% lead (3433 vs 3350).

Q: Where does the AMD Ryzen 7 7736U outperform the Intel chip?

A: AMD wins three tests: data compression by 5.7% (274440 vs 258704), data encryption by 8.8% (15635 vs 14253), and extended instructions by 17.7% (19384 vs 15952).

Q: How do their power requirements compare?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has a TDP of 45 watts, while the AMD Ryzen 7 7736U is rated at 15 watts. This makes AMD substantially more power-efficient for mobile use.

Q: Which chip supports faster memory?

A: Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. AMD supports only DDR5 with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. Intel also provides PCIe Gen 5 (16 lanes) versus AMD's Gen 4 (20 lanes).

Q: How do their multi-core scores compare?

A: Intel leads Cinebench R23 multi-core by 60.1% (20445 vs 12768) and PassMark multithread by 10.7% (24054 vs 21725). In Cinebench R15 multi-core, Intel's lead narrows to just 2% (2060 vs 2019).

Q: What are the market segments for these processors?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE is a desktop processor with a 45-watt TDP, while the AMD Ryzen 7 7736U is a mobile processor with a 15-watt TDP. Intel uses Socket 1700, AMD uses Socket FP7. Intel launched on 2026-03-08 with a $549 launch MSRP; AMD's launch date was 2023-01-03 with no MSRP listed.