AMD Ryzen 5 5600F vs Intel Core Ultra X7 358H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a one-sided contest. The Intel Core Ultra X7 358H wins all eleven head-to-head comparisons recorded in the database, with no victories for the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F across any of the PassMark workloads. The largest margin comes in floating point math, where the Intel part scores 103842 against 34548 for the AMD chip, a 66.7 percent deficit. That gap is substantial and indicates a major advantage in workloads that rely heavily on parallel floating-point throughput.

The physics workload shows a similar pattern. Intel posts 3021 versus AMD's 1043, a 65.5 percent difference. Prime number finding also heavily favors the mobile processor, with Intel at 337 and AMD at 120, a 64.4 percent shortfall for the desktop chip. These results suggest that raw computational throughput across multiple cores is the Intel part's dominant strength.

Data encryption reveals a 46.9 percent difference, with Intel scoring 26046 compared to AMD's 13839. The multithread test shows Intel at 33802 and AMD at 19236, a 43.1 percent gap. Extended instructions follow with Intel at 27274 versus AMD's 16266, a 40.4 percent difference. Random string sorting sees Intel at 40357 and AMD at 23422, a 42 percent margin. Data compression is closer in relative terms but still decisive: Intel scores 332508 against AMD's 232836, a 30 percent lead. Integer math rounds out the multi-core comparisons at 83147 for Intel and 59339 for AMD, a 28.6 percent advantage.

Single-thread performance also favors Intel, though by a smaller relative margin than the heavily multi-threaded tests. The single-thread score is 4124 for Intel and 2872 for AMD, a 30.4 percent difference. This is notable because the Ryzen 5 5600F has a higher base clock (3.00 GHz versus 1.90 GHz), yet the Intel part still delivers a clear single-thread win, driven by its 4.80 GHz boost clock and architectural efficiency.

The average benchmark scores in the database reinforce the overall picture. The Intel Core Ultra X7 358H records an average score of 40967, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F averages 36945. The Intel chip also sits at the 87th percentile among all CPUs in the database, compared to the 85th percentile for the AMD part. Both are strong performers, but the Intel part occupies a slightly higher tier in overall standings.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 5 5600F does not win a single recorded benchmark in this comparison, so its use cases must be inferred from its profile rather than from head-to-head victories. It is a desktop processor with a 65 watt TDP, a 3.00 GHz base clock, and a 4.00 GHz boost clock. It uses the AMD Socket AM4 platform, supports DDR4 memory, and includes ECC memory support. These attributes point toward systems where established platform compatibility and error-correcting memory matter, such as budget-oriented workstations or upgraded legacy builds.

The Intel Core Ultra X7 358H, by contrast, wins every workload in the database. It is a mobile processor with a 25 watt TDP, which makes it particularly notable: the data shows it outperforming a desktop chip with a much higher power envelope across all eleven tests. Its 16 cores and 16 threads give it a raw throughput advantage in heavily parallel tasks, and its 4.80 GHz boost clock supports strong single-thread performance. The integrated Arc B390 graphics and LPDDR5X memory support further differentiate it for mobile systems, though the benchmark data here focuses on CPU workloads rather than graphics.

For users prioritizing floating-point math, physics simulation, encryption, or compression, the Intel part is the clear choice based on the recorded scores. For those who need a desktop CPU with ECC memory support and a lower core count, the Ryzen 5 5600F remains viable, but it trails in every measured workload. The 5600F's strengths lie in its platform characteristics rather than its benchmark results in this comparison.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different foundries and use different process nodes. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F is built on a 7 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H uses a 3 nm process at Intel. The AMD chip is based on the Zen 3 architecture with the codename Vermeer, part of the 5000 series. The Intel part uses the Panther Lake codename under the Core Ultra Series 3 banner, with the generation listed as Ultra X7 (Panther Lake-H).

Core counts differ sharply. The AMD processor has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel processor has 16 cores and 16 threads. The Intel part does not use simultaneous multithreading, so its thread count equals its core count. The Ryzen 5 5600F, with 6 cores and 12 threads, relies on SMT to double its thread count.

Cache layouts also diverge. The AMD chip provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part offers 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. Although the Intel L3 is smaller, its per-core L2 allocation is significantly larger.

Memory support differs at the platform level. The AMD chip uses DDR4 with dual-channel memory and a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Intel chip uses LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory and a bandwidth of 153.6 GB/s, a substantial increase. ECC memory is supported on the AMD part but not on the Intel part.

PCIe capabilities also differ. The AMD processor uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel processor uses PCIe Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics are absent on the AMD chip, listed as N/A, while the Intel part includes Arc B390 graphics.

The Intel chip is built on a 3 nm process with a larger L1 and L2 cache per core, higher memory bandwidth, and a higher boost clock. The AMD chip counters with a lower power draw for a desktop part, ECC support, and a larger shared L3 cache.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification field in the database. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F uses 6 cores and 12 threads; the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H uses 16 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are 3.00 GHz for AMD and 1.90 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are 4.00 GHz for AMD and 4.80 GHz for Intel. TDP ratings are 65 watts for AMD and 25 watts for Intel.

Sockets differ: AMD uses Socket AM4, while Intel uses BGA 2540. The process node is 7 nm for AMD and 3 nm for Intel. Foundry details show TSMC for AMD and Intel for the Intel part. Transistor count is listed for AMD at 4,150 million, while no transistor count is recorded for Intel. Die size is 74 mm² for AMD, with no die size recorded for Intel.

Cache configurations differ in every level. AMD provides 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 32 MB shared L3. Intel provides 192 KB L1 per core, 3 MB L2 per core, and 18 MB shared L3. Memory support is DDR4 for AMD and LPDDR5X for Intel. Memory bandwidth is 51.2 GB/s for AMD and 153.6 GB/s for Intel. ECC memory is supported on AMD but not on Intel.

PCIe generations differ: Gen 4 with 20 lanes for AMD, Gen 5 with 4 lanes for Intel. Integrated graphics are absent on AMD and present on Intel as Arc B390. The AMD multiplier is unlocked, while the Intel multiplier is locked. Market segments differ: Desktop for AMD, Mobile for Intel. Production status is Active for both. Release dates are 2025-09-15 for AMD and 2026-01-04 for Intel.

Part numbers also differ: 100-000001903 for AMD and SA4RAQ9ET for Intel. Neither part has a launch MSRP recorded in the database, so no price information is available for either processor.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra X7 358H has 16 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H has a TDP of 25 watts.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F supports ECC memory. The Intel Core Ultra X7 358H does not.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core Ultra X7 358H includes Arc B390 integrated graphics. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F has no integrated graphics, listed as N/A.

Q: How do the single-thread scores compare?

A: The Intel Core Ultra X7 358H scores 4124 in the single-thread test, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F scores 2872, a 30.4 percent difference in favor of Intel.

Q: What are the memory bandwidth figures?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F has a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s with DDR4 support. The Intel Core Ultra X7 358H has a memory bandwidth of 153.6 GB/s with LPDDR5X support.