Core i5-12500H Vs Ryzen 7 5800H: Our Recommendation

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If you are in the market for a mid-range gaming laptop, then Intel’s Core i5-12500H and AMD’s Ryzen 7 5800H are two solid CPUs to consider. But which one should you look for in your new laptop? Find out as I compare Core i5-12500H vs Ryzen 7 5800H.

Key Takeaways

• Firstly, Core i5-12500H uses Intel’s 10nm manufacturing node, while AMD’s Ryzen 7 5800H uses TSMC’s 7nm node. However, Intel’s 10nm node has a slightly higher transistor density than TSMC’s 7nm node.
• In terms of performance, the Core i5-12500H performed 11.1% faster in multi-core tests and 36.6% faster in single-core tests than the Ryzen 7 5800H 
• Core i5-12500H laptops have a slightly higher starting price-point than Ryzen 7 5800H laptops. However, most options lie in the $800-$1200 for both CPUs. Overall, the Core i5-12500H provides more value. 

Comparison Table 

Let’s look at the specifications of the two mobile CPUs.

Architectural Differences 

Here’s a look at the key architectural differences. 

1. Process Nodes: Both CPUs use the same processing nodes as their desktop counterparts. The Core i5-12500H uses Intel’s 10nm node, while the Ryzen 7 5800H uses TSMC’s 7nm node. Intel’s “Intel 7” 10nm node can be misleading, though, as it possesses greater transistor density than TSMC’s 7nm node. (approx. 106M transistors/m² over 97M transistors/m²)     
2. Core/Thread Counts: The Core i5-12500H boasts an impressive 12 cores, with 4P cores and 8E cores, with a total thread count of 16. In comparison, the Ryzen 7 5800H has 8 full-power cores, also with 16 threads.
3. Clock Speeds: AMD Ryzen 7 5800H’s cores have a base frequency of 3.2GHz, with the boost frequency going up to 4.4GHz. In contrast, the Core i5-12500H has a base frequency of 2.5GHz and a boost frequency of 4.5 GHz for the P cores. As for the E cores, the base clock is 1.8GHz, while the boost clock is 3.3GHz.
4. Memory Support: Intel’s Core i5-12500H supports both desktop and mobile DDR5 with speeds up to 5200 MT/s. It also supports the more power-efficient LPDDR4x at transfer rates up to 4267 MT/s. The Ryzen 5 5800H does not support DDR5 OR LPDDR4x but shares the same DDR4 support at up to 3200 MT/s. Lastly, the Ryzen 7 5800H has LPDDR4 support up to 4266 MT/s. 
5. Cache: The Core i5-12500H is the clear winner regarding cache capacities. It has 80KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25MB of L2 per core, and an 18MB pool of L3 cache. The Ryzen 7 5800H has 64KB of L1/core, 512KB of L2/core, and an L3 cache pool of 16MB. On top of that, the Core i5-12500H has an overall higher core count, making it a much better CPU in this respect.
6. TDP: The Core i5-12500H has a base TDP configurable between 35-45W, per the cooling capacity of the particular laptop. In addition, its boost TDP can push its total heat production to 95 watts. On the other hand, the Ryzen 7 5800H has a base TDP configurable between 35 watts and 54 watts. 

Core i5-12500H Vs Ryzen 7 5800H: Performance Benchmarks 

How do the two laptop CPUs compare in performance? To find out, we’ll compare their single and multi-core scores in three applications: Cinebench R23, Geekbench 5, and Passmark. Let’s look at the scores.

Cinebench R23

• Looking at the multi-core scores, the Core i5-12500H scored 13129 points, while the Ryzen 7 5800H scored 12114 points. This makes the Core i5-12500H 8.3% faster.
• As for the single-core results, the Core i5-12500H amassed 1674 points over 1419 of the Ryzen 7 5800H. That’s a 17.9% difference. 

Geekbench 5

• Now on to the Geekbench 5 multi-core scores, the Core i5-12500H scored 10134 points while the Ryzen 7 5800H only managed 7365 points – a 37.5% difference. 
• In terms of single-core points, the Core i5-12500H racked up 1615 compared to 1442 of the Ryzen 7 5800H. This gives another victory to the Intel CPU, at 12% faster.

Passmark

• Lastly, in Passmark, the Core i5-12500H scored 21716 multi-core points, while the Ryzen 7 5800H scored 21107 multi-core points. The Core i5-12500H has a 2.8% lead here. 
• The single-core scores read 3546 points for the Core i5-12500H and 3053 Ryzen 7 5800H – a 16.1% difference. 

Overall Performance

I’ve averaged the multi-core and single-core points across the 3 tests to get a more definitive result. Let’s take a look.

• Multi-core Performance: The Core i5-12500H averaged 14993 points while the Ryzen 7 5800H averaged 13495 points across the 3 tests. This means the Core i5-12500H is about 11.1% faster in multi-core performance. 
• Single-core Performance: Here, the Core i5-12500H scored an average of 1971 points over 1442 of the Ryzen 7 5800H. According to these results, the Core i5-12500H is 36.6% faster in Single-core performance.  

Learn: How To Benchmark Your Gaming PC

Laptop Prices

Next, in our Core i5-12500H vs Ryzen 7 5800H comparison, let’s discuss the prices of laptops using these CPUs.

• Laptops containing the Core i5-12500H CPU start at around ~$714, going up to $2249 for the most expensive options. However, most laptops lie in the $800-$1200 price range. 
• As for Ryzen 7 5800H laptops, the starting price is ~$629, while enthusiast options cost up to a whopping $7749. However, like the Core i5-12500H, most options are priced between $800 and $1200.  

Value

The Core i5-12500H was the better performer of the two CPUs, but laptops using this chip start at about $85 higher, a 13.5% difference.

Still, most mid-range options for both CPUs are in the $800-$1200 range, so this difference can be ignored. As for performance, the Core i5-12500H is the clear winner in both multi-core and single-core performance. Thus, the Core i5-12500H provides a much better value than the Ryzen 7 5800H. 

Ryzen 7 5800H Vs Core i5-12500H: Which One Is Better?  

We can now conclude this comparison. Both CPUs are solid contenders for mid-range gaming laptops. The Core i5-12500H showed much better single-core performance, but there wasn’t a big difference in multi-core performance if the Passmark score is ignored. 

If you find a Ryzen 7 5800H laptop with similar specifications at a much lower price than a Core i5-12500H laptop, it’s the ideal choice. Otherwise, at matching price points, the Core i5-12500H is the better mobile CPU. 

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Shehryar Khan

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Shehryar Khan, a seasoned PC hardware expert, brings over three years of extensive experience and a deep passion for the world of technology. With a love for building PCs and a genuine enthusiasm for exploring the latest advancements in components, his expertise shines through his work and dedication towards this field. Currently, Shehryar is rocking a custom loop setup for his built.

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