AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS vs Intel Core Ultra 5 228V Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data splits these two mobile processors into distinct profiles. The Intel Core Ultra 5 228V wins 15 of the 17 recorded head-to-head tests, but the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS takes the two most important multi-threaded victories.

The largest margin in the entire comparison belongs to the Intel part in PassMark find prime numbers, where it scores 168 against AMD's 48, a 71.4% advantage. The Intel chip also dominates floating-point math with 53310 versus 27800, a 47.9% lead. Physics simulation shows a similar pattern: Intel scores 1538, AMD 821, a 46.6% gap. Extended instruction workloads favor Intel by 24.2%, with scores of 14801 and 11219. Single-thread performance also goes to Intel: 3836 versus 2740 in PassMark single thread (28.6% ahead), 267 versus 175 in Cinebench R15 single-core (34.5% ahead), and 916 versus 731 in Cinebench R20 single-core (20.2% ahead). Even the Cinebench R23 single-core test, the closest single-thread result, goes to Intel by a slim 0.9% margin, 1758 versus 1742.

Intel also sweeps the other multi-threaded tests. Cinebench R15 multicore shows Intel at 1502.5 against AMD's 1243, a 17.3% lead. Cinebench R20 multicore gives Intel 6491 versus 5183, a 20.2% advantage. PassMark multithread favors Intel 18227 to 14520, a 20.3% gap. Data encryption goes to Intel 13032 versus 10718 (17.8% ahead), random string sorting to Intel 21254 versus 17669 (16.9% ahead), and data compression to Intel 173924 versus 168692, a narrower 3% margin.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS wins Cinebench R23 multicore by a substantial 24.3%, scoring 12342 against Intel's 9932. It also wins PassMark integer math with 50800 versus 39679, a 28% lead. These two wins show a specific strength: sustained all-core integer workloads, particularly the newer Cinebench R23 loop, respond well to AMD's six-core, twelve-thread configuration.

The overall benchmark averages reflect this split. The Intel part records an average benchmark score of 21440 and sits in the 75th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The AMD part averages 19364 and sits in the 73rd percentile. Intel's nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen 5 2600 with a 0.2% lower average score, the Intel Core i9-11900H at 0.3% higher, and the AMD EPYC 9454 at 1% higher. AMD's nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V at a 0% delta, the Intel Core i5-1345U at 0.2% lower, and the Intel Core i7-8700K at 0.7% higher.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design generations. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS uses Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt-R, built on a 6 nm TSMC process with a 208 mm² die. It belongs to the 7000 series and is manufactured by AMD. The Intel Core Ultra 5 228V uses Lunar Lake architecture, also built by TSMC but on a 3 nm process, and belongs to Intel's Core Ultra Series 2. The process node difference is significant: 6 nm versus 3 nm.

Core counts and threading differ sharply. AMD provides 6 cores and 12 threads, using simultaneous multithreading. Intel provides 8 cores and 8 threads, with no extra threads per core. Despite having fewer threads, Intel wins most multi-threaded tests in this data, which points to the per-core efficiency of the Lunar Lake design.

Cache layouts are completely different. AMD uses 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. Intel uses 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and only 8 MB of shared L3. Intel's larger per-core L1 and L2 caches help single-thread responsiveness, while AMD's larger shared L3 pool benefits workloads that share data across cores.

Clock speeds also differ. AMD has a 3.30 GHz base clock and a 4.40 GHz boost clock. Intel has a 2.10 GHz base clock and a 4.50 GHz boost clock. Intel boosts slightly higher but idles at a much lower base frequency, which aligns with its 17 W TDP. AMD runs at a 35 W TDP, more than double Intel's power envelope.

Memory support diverges as well. AMD supports DDR5 with dual-channel memory and a recorded bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. Intel's memory support is listed as unknown and dependent on the motherboard, with no bandwidth figure recorded. Both support dual-channel memory buses. Neither processor supports ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity differs. AMD provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). Intel provides PCIe Gen 5 with only 4 lanes (CPU only). For a mobile processor, the lane count difference matters more for external device bandwidth than for typical laptop workloads. Integrated graphics also differ: AMD uses the Radeon 660M, Intel uses the Arc 130V.

Both processors are unlocked? No, neither has an unlocked multiplier. Both are active production parts for the mobile segment. AMD uses socket FP7 (part numbers 100-000001632 for FP7 and 100-000001634 for FP7r2), while Intel uses BGA 2833 (part numbers SRPMV and SRPMU). AMD released on 2024-08-31, Intel on 2024-09-23, so they launched less than a month apart.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 5 228V wins in almost every measured category, but its victories cluster in single-thread work, math-heavy floating-point operations, and memory-bandwidth-sensitive tasks like compression and sorting. The 47.9% lead in floating-point math and the 46.6% lead in physics simulation indicate that simulation, scientific computing, and physics-based rendering run noticeably better on the Intel chip. The 71.4% advantage in prime number finding reinforces its strength in integer-heavy algorithms that benefit from high per-core throughput. The 17.8% lead in data encryption and 24.2% lead in extended instructions suggest that cryptography, AVX-style workloads, and modern instruction-set extensions are faster on Lunar Lake.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS wins specifically where core count and thread count matter. Its 24.3% victory in Cinebench R23 multicore is the largest single benchmark win in absolute terms. Cinebench R23 runs a longer render loop than R15 or R20, and the AMD part's twelve threads handle the sustained workload better over time. The 28% lead in PassMark integer math shows another strength: general integer arithmetic without heavy floating-point components. These two wins define the AMD profile as a multi-threaded integer workhorse.

The power envelope also divides their use cases. Intel runs at 17 W TDP, which suits thin-and-light laptops with limited cooling and battery budgets. AMD runs at 35 W TDP, which requires more substantial cooling but delivers its multi-threaded wins within a higher power budget. The recorded data does not include battery life figures, but the TDP difference is a direct indicator of thermal design targets.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in single-threaded workloads?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 228V wins every recorded single-thread test. It leads by 34.5% in Cinebench R15 single-core, 20.2% in Cinebench R20 single-core, 0.9% in Cinebench R23 single-core, and 28.6% in PassMark single thread.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS win any benchmarks?

A: Yes, it wins two of the 17 recorded head-to-head tests: Cinebench R23 multicore by 24.3% (12342 versus 9932) and PassMark integer math by 28% (50800 versus 39679).

Q: How do the core and thread counts compare?

A: AMD has 6 cores and 12 threads. Intel has 8 cores and 8 threads. AMD uses simultaneous multithreading to double its thread count, while Intel runs one thread per core.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 228V boosts to 4.50 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS boosts to 4.40 GHz. Intel also has a much lower base clock of 2.10 GHz versus AMD's 3.30 GHz.

Q: What are the TDP ratings?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS has a 35 W TDP. The Intel Core Ultra 5 228V has a 17 W TDP.

Q: How do the overall database scores compare?

A: The Intel part has an average benchmark score of 21440 and ranks in the 75th percentile of all CPUs. The AMD part has an average benchmark score of 19364 and ranks in the 73rd percentile.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split. The Intel Core Ultra 5 228V is the better all-around performer for most mobile workloads. It wins 15 of 17 head-to-head tests, including every single-thread test, every floating-point test, and most multi-threaded tests. It does this while consuming only 17 W TDP, which makes it the stronger candidate for thin-and-light machines where thermal and power constraints dominate. Its 3 nm process node, higher boost clock, and larger per-core caches align with its benchmark dominance.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS is the better choice specifically for sustained multi-threaded integer rendering and arithmetic. Its Cinebench R23 multicore win by 24.3% and PassMark integer math win by 28% are not marginal; they are the two largest margins in the entire comparison except for Intel's floating-point and prime-number wins. The 35 W TDP gives it more power to work with, and the twelve threads give it an advantage in workloads that scale with thread count. For users who prioritize long render loops and integer-heavy computation over everything else, the AMD part delivers where it counts.

The percentile rankings confirm the overall ordering: Intel at the 75th percentile versus AMD at the 73rd percentile. The average benchmark scores of 21440 and 19364 put the Intel part about 10.7% ahead overall. Neither processor is close to the top of the database, and both sit in the mid-70th percentile range. The choice depends on whether the workload favors Intel's per-core efficiency and floating-point throughput or AMD's thread count and integer scaling.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS | Intel Core Ultra 5 228V |

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

| Series | 7000 series | Core Ultra Series 2 |

| Cores | 6 | 8 |

| Threads | 12 | 8 |

| Base clock | 3.30 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.40 GHz | 4.50 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 17 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | Intel BGA 2833 |

| Architecture | Zen 3+ | Lunar Lake |

| Codename | Rembrandt-R | Lunar Lake |

| Process node | 6 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | TSMC |

| Die size | 208 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 cache | 64 KB per core | 192 KB per core |

| L2 cache | 512 KB per core | 2.5 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 16 MB shared | 8 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5 | Unknown, depends on motherboard |

| Memory bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | Not recorded |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 4 lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 660M | Arc 130V |

| Release date | 2024-08-31 | 2024-09-23 |

| Part number | 100-000001632 (FP7), 100-000001634 (FP7r2) | SRPMV, SRPMU |

Both processors lack ECC memory support, lack an unlocked multiplier, and target the mobile market segment. Both are active production parts. The most consequential differences are the process node, thread count, TDP, and cache hierarchy, all of which appear directly in the benchmark results.