AMD Ryzen 5 130 vs Intel Core Ultra 5 336H Comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 130 vs Intel Core Ultra 5 336H

The database pits a 6-core AMD mobile processor built on a mature Zen 3+ architecture against a 16-core Intel mobile processor using a newer Panther Lake design. The Intel part holds a significant performance advantage across every recorded benchmark, while the AMD chip counters with a lower thermal envelope, a smaller process node from a different foundry, and a more compact physical footprint. The data shows a clear divide: the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H delivers substantially higher throughput across the board, whereas the AMD Ryzen 5 130 offers a more power-conscious alternative with a different cache layout and a stronger integrated graphics solution.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H wins every single benchmark recorded in the database. Out of the 17 benchmark entries for the Intel part, all 17 show higher scores than the AMD Ryzen 5 130, which has no benchmark entries at all in the current dataset. This means the Intel processor dominates in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads, including Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, as well as all PassMark tests.

The AMD Ryzen 5 130, by contrast, wins on platform-level characteristics rather than raw benchmark scores. The AMD chip carries a TDP of 28 watts, which is higher than the Intel part's 25 watts, but the AMD processor uses a 6 nm TSMC process node compared to Intel's 3 nm node. The AMD chip also supports ECC memory, a feature absent from the Intel part, and offers 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes from the CPU against the Intel part's 12 Gen 5 lanes. The AMD processor's integrated Radeon 660M graphics may provide a different visual computing experience, though no graphics benchmarks are present in the dataset to quantify this.

For users prioritizing raw computational performance, the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H is the clear winner in every measured category. For users prioritizing memory integrity features or a larger PCIe lane count, the AMD Ryzen 5 130 holds the advantage, although these are qualitative wins not reflected in benchmark scores.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H has 16 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 130 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 130 boosts up to 4.55 GHz, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H boosts slightly higher to 4.60 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 130 supports ECC memory, whereas the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H does not.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference between the two?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H has a memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s, which is higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 130's 76.8 GB/s.

Q: How does the Intel processor compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H scores 34,485 on average, placing it 0.2% behind the Intel Core i7-13700HX, and 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i5-13450HX, 0.7% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, and 0.8% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 130 uses a 6 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H uses a 3 nm process from Intel.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a total sweep for the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H, with no wins recorded for the AMD Ryzen 5 130 in any category. The most striking difference appears in multi-core Cinebench tests. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the Intel part scores 23,991 points. The AMD processor has no recorded score in this test, so a direct percentage comparison cannot be calculated. However, examining the Intel part's position relative to its rivals provides context: the 23,991 multicore score contributes to an average benchmark score of 34,485, which places the Intel chip at the 84th percentile of all CPUs in the database.

Looking at the single-core results, the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H achieves 3,387 points in Cinebench R23 single-core and 4013 points in PassMark single-thread tests. The PassMark single-thread score of 4013 appears twice in the dataset, once under the name "passmark_single_thread" and once under "passmark_singlethread," confirming consistency in measurement.

The Intel processor also shows strong performance in specialized workloads. In PassMark data compression, it scores 280,340, while in data encryption it reaches 21,291. Extended instructions score 24,542, and floating-point math hits 82,415. Integer math scores 62,070, and the multithread test yields 28,545. Physics testing produces 2,682 points, and random string sorting reaches 34,402. The find prime numbers test scores 299.

The average benchmark score of 34,485 for the Intel part positions it directly alongside the Intel Core i7-13700HX, which averages 34,554, a difference of only 0.2%. It also sits marginally ahead of the Intel Core i5-13450HX at 34,333 (0.4% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X at 34,260 (0.7% delta), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 at 34,222 (0.8% delta). This suggests the Core Ultra 5 336H delivers performance comparable to those established desktop and mobile processors.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every core specification. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H has 16 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks differ substantially: the AMD chip runs at 2.90 GHz, while the Intel chip has a lower base of 1.90 GHz. Boost clocks are close, with the AMD part reaching 4.55 GHz and the Intel part reaching 4.60 GHz.

Thermal design power differs slightly, with the AMD processor rated at 28 W and the Intel processor at 25 W. Socket types are incompatible: the AMD chip uses AMD Socket FP7, while the Intel chip uses Intel BGA 2540. The AMD processor's part number is 100-000000992(FP7r2), while the Intel processor's part number is SA4RD.

Memory support shows a split. Both support DDR5, but the Intel part adds LPDDR5X support. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but the Intel chip's memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s is higher than the AMD chip's 76.8 GB/s. ECC memory is supported only on the AMD side. PCIe capabilities differ: the AMD chip provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel chip provides Gen 5 with 12 lanes.

Release dates differ by over three months. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 released on September 30, 2025, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H released on January 4, 2026. Both processors are currently listed as active in production, and neither has a launch MSRP recorded in the database.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divide is significant. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 uses the Zen 3+ architecture under the codename Rembrandt-R, belonging to the Ryzen 5 generation. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H uses the Panther Lake architecture under the same codename, belonging to the Core Ultra Series 3 generation. The process nodes come from different foundries: AMD uses a 6 nm node from TSMC, while Intel uses a 3 nm node from its own foundry.

Cache hierarchies differ markedly. The AMD processor has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor has 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip's larger per-core L1 and L2 caches, combined with a slightly larger L3 pool, likely contribute to its higher single-thread scores.

Die size is recorded only for the AMD part, at 210 mm². The Intel part's die size is not listed in the database. Neither processor has transistor counts recorded. Both chips have locked multipliers, meaning overclocking is not supported on either platform.

Integrated graphics differ: the AMD Ryzen 5 130 uses Radeon 660M graphics, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H uses Intel Xe3 Graphics. No graphics benchmarks exist in the dataset to compare their performance.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H outperforms the AMD Ryzen 5 130 in every recorded test, with no benchmark wins registered for the AMD processor. The Intel chip's 16 cores and 16 threads, combined with its larger cache hierarchy and higher memory bandwidth, deliver a comprehensive performance advantage. Its 84th percentile ranking among all CPUs and its average score of 34,485, which nearly matches the Intel Core i7-13700HX, confirm it as a high-performing mobile processor.

The AMD Ryzen 5 130, holding the 50th percentile, offers no benchmark-based case for selection. However, the specification data indicates it provides ECC memory support, a feature the Intel chip lacks, and a higher PCIe lane count at 20 Gen 4 lanes versus 12 Gen 5 lanes. The AMD part also uses a larger 6 nm process from TSMC, which may appeal to buyers with foundry preferences, and its Radeon 660M integrated graphics could differ meaningfully from Intel Xe3 Graphics in unmeasured scenarios.

For workloads that benefit from high multi-threaded throughput, such as rendering, compilation, or data processing, the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H is the only choice supported by the recorded measurements. For users who require ECC memory validation or more PCIe connectivity, the AMD Ryzen 5 130 retains a narrow platform advantage, though no performance data exists to quantify its computational capabilities. The database records no scenario where the AMD part wins a benchmark, making the Intel processor the statistically superior option across all tested metrics.