Core i5-11500H vs Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X
Core i5-11500H
Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-11500H
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-11500H | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake H45 (2021) / 10 nm SuperFin) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-11500H | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-11500H and Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X
Core i5-11500H
The Core i5-11500H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 May 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake H45 (2021) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1787. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 15,669 points. Launch price was $299.
Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X
The Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 15,570 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Core i5-11500H packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-11500H versus 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X — a 19% clock advantage for the Core i5-11500H (base: 2.9 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Core i5-11500H uses the Tiger Lake H45 (2021) architecture (10 nm SuperFin), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-11500H scores 15,669 against the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X's 15,570 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i5-11500H. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-11500H vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X.
| Feature | Core i5-11500H | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 8 / 16+33% |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+21% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz | 3.4 GHz+17% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total) | 16 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm SuperFin-29% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Tiger Lake H45 (2021) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 15,669 | 15,570 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 9,532 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,801 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 6,248 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-11500H uses the FCBGA1787 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-3200 memory speed. The Core i5-11500H supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i5-11500H) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X) — the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i5-11500H | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1787 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+100% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 24+20% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Core i5-11500H supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-11500H) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X). The Core i5-11500H includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 750 (32 EU)), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-11500H targets Gaming, Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-11500H rivals Ryzen 5 5600H.
| Feature | Core i5-11500H | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 750 (32 EU) | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Gaming | Desktop |
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