Intel Core i7-8700 vs AMD Ryzen 7 1800X

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Performance
Core i7-8700
13,31036% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 1800X4% better
13,78237% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 1800X has 4% better performance than the Core i7-8700 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-870059% better
43.9336% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 1800X
27.6223% of 121.53

The Core i7-8700 has 59% better value for the money than the Ryzen 7 1800X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-8700 CPU

The Intel Core i7-8700 is an end-of-life 6-core (12-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2017 with a suggested retail price of $303. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Coffee Lake microarchitecture. The i7-8700 is compatible with Intel Socket 1151 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 630 integrated graphics solution and is bundled with a E97379-001 cooler.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-8700 supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-8700 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 12 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-8700 features 6 total cores which can process 12 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.6 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 i7-8700 includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 630. 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 & Value

The Core i7-8700 has the 166th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 35.98% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 13,310 score and $303 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 43.93. This is the 62nd best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD Ryzen 7 1800X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2017 with a suggested retail price of $499. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen microarchitecture. The 1800X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 7 1800X 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 1800X has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 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 16 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 7 1800X features 8 total cores which can process 16 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.6 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.0 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 7 1800X does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Ryzen 7 1800X has the 160th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 37.26% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 13,782 score and $499 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 27.62. This is the 131st best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCore i7-8700Ryzen 7 1800X
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i7Ryzen 7
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ4 2017Q1 2017
Launch Price (MSRP)$303$499
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-8700
13,31036% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 1800X4% better
13,78237% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 1800X has 4% better performance than the Core i7-8700 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-8700 is ranked 166th with a score of 13,310, and the Ryzen 7 1800X is ranked 160th with a score of 13,782.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-870059% better
43.9336% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 1800X
27.6223% of 121.53

The Core i7-8700 has 59% better value for the money than the Ryzen 7 1800X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-8700 is ranked 62nd with a performance per dollar of 43.93, and the Ryzen 7 1800X is ranked 131st with a performance per dollar of 27.62.

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.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i7-8700 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-8700K14,766+11%
Core i7-9700K14,657+10%
Ryzen 7 270013,959+5%
Core i7-970013,939+5%
Ryzen 7 1800X13,782+4%
Core i7-870013,310
Ryzen 3 3300X12,952-3%
Ryzen 7 170012,723-4%
Ryzen 5 260012,405-7%
Ryzen 5 2600X12,074-9%

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.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i7-8700 or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 7 270046.69+6%
Ryzen 7 2700X45.89+4%
Core i7-870043.93
Ryzen 5 140043.57-1%
Core i7-11700K43.42-1%
Core i7-479029.27-33%
Core i7-4790S27.7-37%
Ryzen 7 1800X27.62-37%
Core i7-5775C27.26-38%
Core i7-8086K27.19-38%

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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BenchmarkCore i7-8700Ryzen 7 1800X
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
13,310
13,782
(+3.55%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
6,873.5
8,003
(+16.43%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,199
1,618
(+34.95%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
192
(+19.4%)
160.8
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
5,958
(+5.28%)
5,659
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,533
(+34.71%)
1,138
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
12,858
16,378
(+27.38%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,643
(+20.25%)
2,198
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCore i7-8700Ryzen 7 1800X
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelGlobalFoundries
Process Size14 nm14 nm
Transistors--4,800 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.

SpecCore i7-8700Ryzen 7 1800X
SeriesCore i7Ryzen 7
MicroarchitectureCoffee LakeZen
CodenameCoffee LakeZen
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoYes

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.

SpecCore i7-8700Ryzen 7 1800X
Cores68
Threads1216
Clock Speed3.2 GHz3.6 GHz
Turbo Clock4.6 GHz4.0 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier32.0x36.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoYes

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.

SpecCore i7-8700Ryzen 7 1800X
L1 Cache64 KB96 KB
L2 Cache256 KB512 KB
L3 Cache12 MB16 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.

SpecCore i7-8700Ryzen 7 1800X
SocketIntel Socket 1151AMD Socket AM4
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W95 W
Tcase Max72 °C--
TJ Max--95 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCore i7-8700Ryzen 7 1800X
Bundled CoolerE97379-001--
Integrated GraphicsUHD Graphics 630--
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, 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, Boost 2.0MMX, 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, XFR

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.