AMD EPYC 7371 vs Intel Core i7-13700E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data shows a clean sweep for the Intel Core i7-13700E across every single test in the head-to-head comparison. The Intel part wins all six benchmark comparisons, with the margin of victory remarkably consistent across both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads.

In Cinebench R15, the Intel Core i7-13700E scores 2816 points in the multicore test against 2637 for the AMD EPYC 7371, a delta of 6.8%. The single-core result follows the same pattern, with Intel at 397 points versus AMD's 372, another 6.7% advantage. These are not narrow margins; the Intel processor holds a clear edge in both metrics.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the story remains unchanged. The Intel part posts 11735 points in multicore compared to 10988 for the AMD EPYC 7371, again a 6.8% difference. In single-core, Intel scores 1656 against 1551, with the same 6.8% delta. The consistency of these margins across different rendering workloads suggests a fundamental performance advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk.

Cinebench R23, often considered a more demanding and modern rendering benchmark, shows the identical pattern. Intel leads with 27941 points in multicore versus 26164 for AMD, a 6.8% gap. The single-core result is 3944 for Intel against 3693 for AMD, once more a 6.8% delta. The Intel Core i7-13700E also has Geekbench scores recorded in the database, with 12728 in multicore and 2437 in single-core, though the AMD EPYC 7371 has no corresponding Geekbench entries for direct comparison.

Looking at the broader database context, the Intel Core i7-13700E sits at the 64th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 7957. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7551P at 7952 (a delta of 0.1%), the Intel Core i9-10980XE at 7910 (0.6% ahead), and the Intel Xeon Gold 6326 at 8071 (1.4% behind). The AMD EPYC 7371, meanwhile, ranks at the 63rd percentile with an average score of 7568, placing it close to the Intel Core i5-6500 at 7569 (0% delta) and the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX at 7578 (0.1% behind).

The average benchmark score difference between the two CPUs is notable: 7957 for Intel versus 7568 for AMD, a gap of roughly 389 points. This places the Intel part in a higher performance tier within the database, despite both processors sharing the same 16-core count.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-13700E wins every recorded benchmark comparison in this head-to-head matchup. That includes all six Cinebench tests spanning R15, R20, and R23, in both single-core and multicore configurations. The database shows zero wins for the AMD EPYC 7371 in this direct comparison.

For rendering and content creation workloads that rely heavily on Cinebench-style multi-threaded performance, the Intel part consistently delivers around 6.8% more throughput. The single-core advantage is equally pronounced, which matters for applications that depend on responsiveness and lightly threaded tasks.

The AMD EPYC 7371, while losing all direct comparisons, still has strengths that the raw scores do not fully capture. Its 16 cores and 32 threads provide substantial parallel processing capability, and the recorded 170.6 GB/s memory bandwidth from its eight-channel memory bus is a significant asset for memory-bound server workloads. The database also shows the EPYC 7371 with a 64 MB shared L3 cache, which is more than double the 30 MB shared cache on the Intel part.

For users prioritizing raw rendering scores, the Intel Core i7-13700E is the clear choice based on the measured data. For enterprise deployments where memory bandwidth and cache capacity matter more than Cinebench numbers, the AMD EPYC 7371's architectural features may prove more relevant. The EPYC also supports eight-channel memory, while the Intel part is limited to dual-channel, a distinction that can heavily influence real-world server performance.

The Intel Core i7-13700E also includes integrated graphics in the form of UHD Graphics 770, while the AMD EPYC 7371 has none. This makes the Intel part more versatile for systems that do not require a discrete GPU, though it is a minor consideration for most high-performance workloads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The Intel Core i7-13700E uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-S, built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The AMD EPYC 7371 uses the original Zen architecture, codenamed Naples, fabricated on a 14 nm process at GlobalFoundries.

The process node gap is significant. Intel's 10 nm process is denser and more power-efficient than GlobalFoundries' 14 nm node, which helps explain why the Intel part achieves higher performance with dramatically lower power consumption. The Intel Core i7-13700E has a TDP of 65 watts, while the AMD EPYC 7371 is rated at 170 watts. That is a 105 watt difference, yet the Intel chip still outperforms in every recorded benchmark.

Transistor counts and die sizes tell a similar story. The AMD EPYC 7371 contains 4,800 million transistors on a 213 mm² die. The Intel Core i7-13700E does not have a transistor count listed in the database, but its die size is 257 mm². Despite the larger physical die, the Intel part uses less power and delivers higher scores.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. The Intel Core i7-13700E has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD EPYC 7371 has 96 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a much larger 64 MB shared L3 cache. The AMD part's larger L3 cache is typical of server-oriented designs, where cache capacity helps with larger working sets.

Memory support also diverges. The Intel Core i7-13700E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus. The AMD EPYC 7371 supports only DDR4, but across eight channels, yielding a recorded memory bandwidth of 170.6 GB/s. The Intel part has no memory bandwidth figure listed in the database.

PCIe capabilities differ as well. The Intel Core i7-13700E supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The AMD EPYC 7371 supports PCIe Gen 3, which is an older standard with lower per-lane bandwidth.

The Intel part includes integrated UHD Graphics 770, while the AMD EPYC 7371 has no integrated graphics at all. Both CPUs support ECC memory, which is notable for the Intel desktop part as ECC is often reserved for server platforms.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts differ despite both having 16 cores. The Intel Core i7-13700E has 16 cores and 24 threads, while the AMD EPYC 7371 has 16 cores and 32 threads. The AMD part thus offers 8 additional threads, which can help in heavily parallel workloads, though the benchmark data shows Intel still wins in multicore tests.

Clock speeds favor Intel significantly. The Intel Core i7-13700E has a base clock of 1900 MHz and a boost clock of 5100 MHz. The AMD EPYC 7371 has a base clock of 3100 MHz and a boost clock of 3800 MHz. Intel's boost clock is 1300 MHz higher, which directly explains the single-core performance advantage.

Power consumption is a major differentiator. The Intel part has a TDP of 65 watts, while the AMD part has a TDP of 170 watts. This means the Intel processor delivers higher performance while consuming less than half the power budget.

The sockets are incompatible. Intel uses Socket 1700, while AMD uses Socket SP3. This is a critical distinction for system builders, as the motherboard and platform choices are entirely separate.

Process technology differs, with Intel on 10 nm and AMD on 14 nm. The foundries also differ, with Intel using its own fabrication facilities and AMD relying on GlobalFoundries.

The memory bus width is another key difference. Intel supports dual-channel memory, while AMD supports eight-channel memory. This gives the AMD part a massive memory bandwidth advantage in theory, even though the Intel part wins in the recorded CPU benchmarks.

Release dates are far apart. The Intel Core i7-13700E was released on January 3, 2023, while the AMD EPYC 7371 was released on November 15, 2018. The Intel part is a much newer design, which helps explain its architectural advantages.

Both processors have unlocked multipliers, allowing overclocking within the constraints of their respective platforms. The market segments differ, with Intel targeting the desktop segment and AMD targeting server and workstation use.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700E has a boost clock of 5100 MHz, which is 1300 MHz higher than the AMD EPYC 7371's boost clock of 3800 MHz.

Q: How much faster is the Intel Core i7-13700E in multi-threaded rendering?

A: In Cinebench R23 multicore, the Intel part scores 27941 against 26164 for the AMD EPYC 7371, a 6.8% advantage. The same 6.8% delta appears in Cinebench R20 and R15 multicore tests.

Q: Does the AMD EPYC 7371 have more threads than the Intel Core i7-13700E?

A: Yes, the AMD EPYC 7371 has 32 threads compared to 24 threads on the Intel Core i7-13700E, despite both having 16 cores.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD EPYC 7371 has a recorded memory bandwidth of 170.6 GB/s from its eight-channel DDR4 memory bus. The Intel Core i7-13700E supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5, but no bandwidth figure is listed in the database.

Q: Which processor consumes more power?

A: The AMD EPYC 7371 has a TDP of 170 watts, which is 105 watts higher than the Intel Core i7-13700E's 65 watt TDP.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700E includes UHD Graphics 770, while the AMD EPYC 7371 has no integrated graphics.