AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS vs Intel Core Ultra 7 268V Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS and Intel Core Ultra 7 268V are both mobile processors, but they take fundamentally different approaches to delivering performance. The recorded benchmark data shows a clear split: the Intel chip dominates the majority of tests, while the AMD chip holds specific advantages in sustained multi-threaded workloads and integer math. This analysis breaks down where each processor excels, the architectural choices behind those results, and what the numbers mean for real-world usage.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark results show a decisive overall win count: the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V wins 15 of the 17 recorded head-to-head tests, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS wins only 2. However, the two AMD wins are notable because they occur in demanding, heavily threaded scenarios. The Ryzen 5 7533HS takes the Cinebench R23 multi-core test with a score of 12342 against the Intel chip's 10653, a 15.9% advantage. It also wins PassMark integer math, scoring 50800 versus 42669, a 19.1% lead.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 268V wins every other recorded benchmark, and its victories are often by large margins. The most extreme case is PassMark find prime numbers, where Intel scores 192 against AMD's 48, a 75% advantage. In floating-point math, Intel scores 57628 versus 27800, a 51.8% lead. The Intel chip also dominates single-core tests, winning Cinebench R23 single-core by 9.3% (1921 vs 1742) and PassMark single-thread by 32.4% (4051 vs 2740).

For use-case planning, the data suggests the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V is the stronger all-rounder, particularly for workloads that rely on single-thread speed, encryption, compression, or floating-point calculations. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS is the pick only when a workload scales well across many threads and benefits from its specific integer performance, as shown by its Cinebench R23 multi-core and integer math wins.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS uses the Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt-R, and is built on a 6 nm process at TSMC. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The Intel Core Ultra 7 268V uses the Lunar Lake architecture, part of Core Ultra Series 2, and is built on a 3 nm process, also at TSMC. It has 8 cores but only 8 threads, with a lower base clock of 2.20 GHz but a much higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Cache configurations differ significantly. The AMD chip has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip has 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches, which likely contributes to its strong single-thread performance, while the AMD part has more total L3 cache.

Power and platform differences are substantial. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS has a 35 W TDP, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V has a 17 W TDP, indicating the Intel chip is designed for much lower power draw. The AMD chip uses AMD Socket FP7, supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and 76.8 GB/s bandwidth, and offers PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The Intel chip uses Intel BGA 2833, has a dual-channel memory bus with support that depends on the motherboard, and offers PCIe Gen 5 with only 4 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics also differ: the AMD chip has Radeon 660M, while the Intel chip has Arc 140V. Both processors are unlocked for overclocking? No, both have multiplierUnlocked set to false. Both are active in production, with the AMD chip released on 2024-08-31 and the Intel chip released on 2024-09-23.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-core performance?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 268V wins every single-core benchmark in the database. It scores 293 in Cinebench R15 single-core versus 175 for the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS, a 40.3% advantage. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 1921 versus 1742, a 9.3% lead.

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core performance?

A: It depends on the benchmark. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS wins Cinebench R23 multi-core (12342 vs 10653, a 15.9% lead), but the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V wins Cinebench R15 multi-core (1616 vs 1243, a 23.1% lead) and Cinebench R20 multi-core (6887 vs 5183, a 24.7% lead).

Q: How do the TDP ratings compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS has a 35 W TDP. The Intel Core Ultra 7 268V has a 17 W TDP. This makes the Intel chip significantly more power-efficient on paper, which is relevant for thin-and-light laptops.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 7 268V has 8 cores but only 8 threads, meaning it does not use simultaneous multithreading.

Q: What are the process nodes for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS is built on a 6 nm process. The Intel Core Ultra 7 268V is built on a 3 nm process. Both are fabricated by TSMC.

Q: Which processor has a higher clock speed?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 268V has a higher boost clock at 5.00 GHz, compared to 4.40 GHz for the AMD chip. However, the AMD chip has a higher base clock at 3.30 GHz versus 2.20 GHz for Intel.

Specification Differences

The following table highlights only the fields where the two processors differ, based on the database records.

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V |

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

| Cores | 6 | 8 |

| Threads | 12 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 3.30 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.40 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 17 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | Intel BGA 2833 |

| Architecture | Zen 3+ | Lunar Lake |

| Process Node | 6 nm | 3 nm |

| 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) | 12 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | 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 140V |

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

| Part Number | 100-000001632(FP7), 100-000001634(FP7r2) | SRPML, SRPMX |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest single victory for the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V is in PassMark find prime numbers, where it scores 192 against the AMD chip's 48, a 75% difference. This is a massive gap that indicates the Intel architecture handles this specific integer workload far more efficiently. The second-largest win is in PassMark floating-point math, with Intel scoring 57628 versus 27800, a 51.8% lead. PassMark physics also shows a large gap: Intel scores 1617 versus 821, a 49.2% advantage.

Single-core Cinebench results follow the same pattern. In Cinebench R15 single-core, Intel scores 293 versus 175, a 40.3% win. In Cinebench R20 single-core, Intel scores 972 versus 731, a 24.8% win. PassMark single-thread shows Intel at 4051 versus 2740, a 32.4% win. These results consistently show that the Intel chip has superior per-thread performance, which is a key factor for many everyday applications.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS has two clear wins. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 12342 versus 10653, a 15.9% win. This is interesting because the Intel chip wins the older Cinebench R15 and R20 multi-core tests by significant margins (23.1% and 24.7% respectively). In PassMark integer math, AMD scores 50800 versus 42669, a 19.1% win. These two wins suggest that the AMD chip's 12 threads provide an advantage in certain sustained multi-threaded workloads, and its integer math performance is notably strong.

The Intel chip also wins intermediate tests. In PassMark data compression, Intel scores 181443 versus 168692, a 7% win. In PassMark data encryption, Intel scores 13779 versus 10718, a 22.2% win. PassMark extended instructions shows Intel at 15323 versus 11219, a 26.8% win. PassMark multithread shows Intel at 19297 versus 14520, a 24.8% win. PassMark random string sorting shows Intel at 22416 versus 17669, a 21.2% win.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear recommendation for most users: the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V is the stronger processor across the vast majority of recorded workloads. It wins 15 of 17 benchmarks, including all single-core tests, all encryption and compression tests, and all floating-point and physics tests. Its average benchmark score is 20897, placing it in the 74th percentile of all CPUs, compared to the AMD chip's average of 19364 and 73rd percentile. The Intel chip also does this with a lower TDP of 17 W versus 35 W, which is a significant advantage for mobile designs.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS is the better choice only for a narrow set of workloads. Its wins in Cinebench R23 multi-core and PassMark integer math show that it can outperform the Intel chip in certain heavily threaded scenarios. Its 12 threads versus 8 threads give it an edge in specific multi-threaded applications, and its integer math score of 50800 is the highest recorded in this comparison. However, these two wins are outweighed by the Intel chip's dominance elsewhere.

For a user prioritizing single-thread responsiveness, encryption, compression, floating-point math, or physics simulations, the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V is the clear choice based on the recorded data. For a user with a specific workload that scales well across 12 threads and relies heavily on integer math, the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS has a demonstrable advantage in those two areas. The overall performance profile, however, strongly favors the Intel chip.