AMD Ryzen 7 4700U vs Intel Core i7-8706G
The Ryzen 7 4700U has 0% better performance than the Core i7-8706G for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Ryzen 7 4700U and the Core i7-8706G for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
Summary
About the AMD Ryzen 7 4700U CPU
The AMD Ryzen 7 4700U is a 8-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2020. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen 2 microarchitecture. The 4700U is compatible with AMD Socket FP6 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Graphics 448SP integrated graphics solution.
Memory and Cache
The Ryzen 7 4700U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 7 4700U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 12 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Ryzen 7 4700U features 8 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1800.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 4.2 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The Ryzen 7 4700U includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon Graphics 448SP. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.
Benchmark Performance
The Ryzen 7 4700U has the 255th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 25.96% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.
About the Intel Core i7-8706G CPU
The Intel Core i7-8706G is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2018. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Kaby Lake-G microarchitecture. The i7-8706G is compatible with Intel BGA 2270 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon RX Vega M GL integrated graphics solution.
Memory and Cache
The Core i7-8706G supports DDR4 memory. In terms of cache, the Core i7-8706G has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 8 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Core i7-8706G features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.1 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The Core i7-8706G includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon RX Vega M GL. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.
Benchmark Performance
The Core i7-8706G has the 256th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 25.90% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.
General Info
General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.
| Info | Ryzen 7 4700U | Core i7-8706G |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Series | Ryzen 7 | Core i7 |
| Market Segment | Mobile | Mobile |
| Release Date | Q1 2020 | Q1 2018 |
| Production Status | Active | Active |
| Shop | Check Price | Check Price |
Benchmark Performance
The Ryzen 7 4700U has 0% better performance than the Core i7-8706G for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
The Ryzen 7 4700U is ranked 255th with a score of 9,601.5, and the Core i7-8706G is ranked 256th with a score of 9,579.
We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Ryzen 7 4700U and the Core i7-8706G for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
Relative Performance
The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.
| CPU | Benchmark Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| Core i5-10300H | 9,884.5 | +3% |
| Xeon E3-1535M v5 | 9,866 | +3% |
| Xeon E3-1505M v6 | 9,813 | +2% |
| Core i7-6820HQ | 9,731 | +1% |
| Ryzen 7 4700U | 9,601.5 | |
| Core i7-8706G | 9,579 | -0% |
| Core i7-6820HK | 9,468 | -1% |
| Core i5-1135G7 | 9,456 | -2% |
| Ryzen 5 PRO 5675U | 9,440.5 | -2% |
| Core i5-1038NG7 | 9,402 | -2% |
Relative Value For Money
The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.
| CPU | Performance Per Dollar | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs. | |||
Benchmark Scores
This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.
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| Benchmark | Ryzen 7 4700U | Core i7-8706G |
|---|---|---|
| 3DMark 11 Performance Physics | 9,601.5 (+0.23%) | 9,579 |
| 3DMark Time Spy CPU | 4,722 (+24.62%) | 3,789 |
| Cinebench R15 Multi-Core | 1,094.5 (+40.14%) | 781 |
| Cinebench R15 Single-Core | 180 (+4.65%) | 172 |
| Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core | 4,914 | -- |
| Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core | 1,354 | -- |
| CPU Mark Multi-Thread | 13,399 (+65.52%) | 8,095 |
| CPU Mark Single-Thread | 2,525 (+5.96%) | 2,383 |
Technical Specs
Manufacturing Details
Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.
| Spec | Ryzen 7 4700U | Core i7-8706G |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |
| Process Size | 7 nm | 14 nm |
| Transistors | 9,800 million | -- |
Architecture
CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.
| Spec | Ryzen 7 4700U | Core i7-8706G |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Ryzen 7 | Core i7 |
| Microarchitecture | Zen 2 | Kaby Lake-G |
| Codename | Renoir | Kaby Lake G |
| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | -- |
| ECC Memory | No | No |
Cores & Clock Speeds
Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.
| Spec | Ryzen 7 4700U | Core i7-8706G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 8 | 4 |
| Threads | 8 | 8 |
| Clock Speed | 1800.0 MHz | 3.1 GHz |
| Turbo Clock | 4.2 GHz | 4.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 100 MHz | 100 MHz |
| Multiplier | 18.0x | 31.0x |
| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |
Cache
CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.
| Spec | Ryzen 7 4700U | Core i7-8706G |
|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 64 KB | 64 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 256 KB |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB | 8 MB |
Compatibility & Power Consumption
Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.
| Spec | Ryzen 7 4700U | Core i7-8706G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AMD Socket FP6 | Intel BGA 2270 |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0 | -- |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 25 W | 65 W |
| Tcase Max | -- | 72 °C |
| TJ Max | 105 °C | -- |
Graphics, Features, & Extensions
Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.
| Spec | Ryzen 7 4700U | Core i7-8706G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Graphics 448SP | Radeon RX Vega M GL |
| Extensions / Technologies | MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost 2 | MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, MPX, SGX, Boost 2.0 |
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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.