AMD EPYC 7713 vs AMD Ryzen 5 8500G Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data paints a stark picture: the AMD EPYC 7713 wins all six head-to-head comparisons, and it does so by a consistent margin. Across every Cinebench test—R15, R20, and R23, both single-core and multi-core—the EPYC 7713 leads the Ryzen 5 8500G by exactly 73.9%. That uniformity is striking; it suggests the performance gap is structural rather than workload-specific.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the EPYC 7713 scores 70,401 against the Ryzen 5 8500G’s 18,368. That is a 3.8x advantage in raw multi-threaded throughput, which makes sense given the 64-core versus 6-core configuration. The single-core results tell a similar story: the EPYC 7713 posts 9,939 in Cinebench R23 single-core, while the Ryzen 5 8500G manages 2,593. Even in a test that traditionally favors lower-core-count chips with higher boost clocks, the EPYC 7713’s 3.68 GHz boost outpaces the Ryzen 5 8500G’s 5.00 GHz boost—a counterintuitive result that highlights the architectural differences between Zen 3 and Zen 4 under this specific benchmark load.

The R15 results reinforce the pattern. The EPYC 7713 scores 7,096 multi-core and 1,001 single-core, versus the Ryzen 5 8500G’s 1,851 and 261, respectively. The deltaPct remains locked at -73.9% for the Ryzen 5 8500G in every test, meaning the EPYC 7713 is consistently about 3.8x faster across the board. There is no test where the Ryzen 5 8500G closes the gap or flips the result. WinsA is 0, winsB is 6—a clean sweep.

However, the overall average benchmark scores are far closer than the head-to-head results suggest. The Ryzen 5 8500G has an average benchmark score of 20,425, while the EPYC 7713 sits at 20,363—a difference of just 0.3%. This apparent contradiction resolves when you consider the full benchmark suite. The Ryzen 5 8500G’s PassMark scores (integer math at 63,123, floating-point math at 39,074, multithread at 21,610) and 3DMark results (max threads at 5,213, single thread at 998) pull its average up. The EPYC 7713’s average is based on a smaller set of Cinebench-only runs, which are heavily multi-core weighted. So while the EPYC 7713 dominates in rendering-style workloads, the Ryzen 5 8500G holds its own in the broader benchmark aggregate—a nuance worth keeping in mind.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous about who wins in raw compute. The AMD EPYC 7713 is the choice for any workload that scales with cores and threads. Its 64 cores and 128 threads, combined with 256 MB of shared L3 cache, deliver Cinebench scores that are nearly 4x higher than the Ryzen 5 8500G’s. If your work involves rendering, simulation, or heavy multi-threaded compilation, the EPYC 7713 is the only defensible pick from these two.

The Ryzen 5 8500G, by contrast, is not competitive in those same multi-core tasks. It loses every head-to-head benchmark by the same 73.9% margin. But its average benchmark score of 20,425 is actually 0.3% higher than the EPYC 7713’s 20,363. That means in the broader PassMark and 3DMark suite, the Ryzen 5 8500G is doing something right—likely its higher boost clock and Zen 4 efficiency in lightly threaded tasks, even though the EPYC 7713 wins the specific single-core Cinebench tests.

Who should pick which? If you are building a single-socket desktop or compact system and need integrated graphics (the Ryzen 5 8500G packs a Radeon 740M), the EPYC 7713 does not even offer that option. The Ryzen 5 8500G also uses DDR5 memory and a modern AM5 socket, whereas the EPYC 7713 is a server platform with DDR4 and SP3. But if you are populating a server chassis and need massive parallel throughput, the EPYC 7713’s 204.8 GB/s of memory bandwidth and 128 PCIe Gen 4 lanes make it the obvious choice. The data does not support any other conclusion.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more benchmark comparisons?

A: The AMD EPYC 7713 wins all six head-to-head Cinebench tests (R15, R20, R23, both single-core and multi-core). The Ryzen 5 8500G wins zero.

Q: How large is the performance gap in multi-core workloads?

A: The EPYC 7713 leads by 73.9% in every head-to-head test. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the EPYC 7713 scores 70,401 versus the Ryzen 5 8500G’s 18,368—a 3.8x difference.

Q: Does the Ryzen 5 8500G beat the EPYC 7713 in any overall metric?

A: Yes. The Ryzen 5 8500G has a higher average benchmark score of 20,425 compared to the EPYC 7713’s 20,363, a 0.3% edge. This reflects the Ryzen 5 8500G’s PassMark and 3DMark results, which are not part of the head-to-head set.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The EPYC 7713 has 64 cores and 128 threads. The Ryzen 5 8500G has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Ryzen 5 8500G and the EPYC 7713 support ECC memory. However, the Ryzen 5 8500G uses DDR5 with dual-channel support, while the EPYC 7713 uses DDR4 with eight-channel support.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of each processor?

A: The Ryzen 5 8500G has a launch MSRP of $179. The EPYC 7713 has a launch MSRP of $7060.

Specification Differences

The two processors diverge sharply on nearly every specification. The Ryzen 5 8500G has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the EPYC 7713 offers 64 cores and 128 threads. Base clocks are listed as 3.50 GHz for the Ryzen 5 8500G and 2000.00 MHz for the EPYC 7713; boost clocks are 5.00 GHz and 3.68 GHz, respectively. Thermal design power differs dramatically: 65 watts for the Ryzen 5 8500G versus 225 watts for the EPYC 7713.

Sockets are incompatible: the Ryzen 5 8500G uses AMD Socket AM5, while the EPYC 7713 uses AMD Socket SP3. The Ryzen 5 8500G supports DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth; the EPYC 7713 supports DDR4 on an eight-channel bus with 204.8 GB/s bandwidth. PCIe connectivity also differs: the Ryzen 5 8500G provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), while the EPYC 7713 provides Gen 4 with 128 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics are present only on the Ryzen 5 8500G, as a Radeon 740M; the EPYC 7713 has none. The market segments reflect this: the Ryzen 5 8500G is listed as Mobile, while the EPYC 7713 is Server/Workstation. Release dates also differ: the Ryzen 5 8500G launched on 2024-01-07, while the EPYC 7713 launched on 2021-03-14. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap is generational. The Ryzen 5 8500G uses Zen 4 architecture on a 4 nm process node (codename Phoenix2), manufactured by TSMC. The EPYC 7713 uses Zen 3 architecture on a 7 nm process node (codename Milan), also by TSMC. The Ryzen 5 8500G integrates 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die; the EPYC 7713 packs 33,200 million transistors across 8x 81 mm² chiplets.

Cache hierarchies differ in capacity and organization. Both have 64 KB of L1 per core, but the Ryzen 5 8500G has 1 MB of L2 per core, while the EPYC 7713 has 512 KB per core. L3 cache is where the EPYC 7713 pulls ahead: 256 MB shared versus 16 MB shared on the Ryzen 5 8500G. Neither processor features 3D V-Cache.

The process node difference (4 nm versus 7 nm) helps explain why the Ryzen 5 8500G achieves a higher boost clock at a fraction of the TDP, while the EPYC 7713 compensates with vastly more cores and cache. The Ryzen 5 8500G’s Zen 4 design is newer and denser, but the EPYC 7713’s massive core count and L3 capacity dominate in throughput-bound scenarios.

Where Each One Wins

The EPYC 7713 wins every head-to-head benchmark listed, and the margin is consistent at 73.9%. That makes it the clear choice for multi-threaded rendering, scientific computing, virtualization, and any server workload where 64 cores and 128 threads can be fully utilized. Its 256 MB L3 cache and 204.8 GB/s memory bandwidth are purpose-built for data-heavy parallel tasks. If your workload is Cinebench-style—or anything that scales linearly with core count—the EPYC 7713 is the only rational pick.

The Ryzen 5 8500G wins in the aggregate benchmark average, but not in any specific head-to-head test. Its wins are contextual: it offers integrated graphics (Radeon 740M), which the EPYC 7713 lacks entirely. It also operates at a 65 W TDP with a 5.00 GHz boost clock, making it suitable for compact or power-sensitive builds where the EPYC 7713’s 225 W TDP and server socket are impractical. In 3DMark and PassMark tests—which are not part of the head-to-head set—the Ryzen 5 8500G posts respectable scores (e.g., 3DMark max threads at 5,213, PassMark multithread at 21,610), suggesting it handles mixed desktop workloads adequately.

For a builder choosing between these two, the decision hinges on platform and workload, not benchmark averages. The EPYC 7713 is a server processor that will crush any multi-core task you throw at it. The Ryzen 5 8500G is a low-power desktop chip with integrated graphics that cannot match the EPYC 7713 in rendering but offers a modern AM5 platform with DDR5 support. The data does not equivocate: six wins for the EPYC 7713, zero for the Ryzen 5 8500G in direct comparison.