AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE vs Intel Core i7-11700T Comparison

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE outperforms the Intel Core i7-11700T across every single tested workload, despite having fewer cores and threads. The AMD part wins all six head-to-head comparisons, with margins ranging from 4.3% to 4.4%. This is a decisive victory for the 6-core Zen 2 chip over the 8-core Rocket Lake part, driven by architectural efficiency rather than raw core count.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE takes a clean sweep, winning all six Cinebench comparisons. In the multicore tests, the AMD part scores 1361 in Cinebench R15 versus Intel’s 1304, a 4.4% advantage. This pattern repeats in R20, where AMD posts 5672 against Intel’s 5436, and in R23 with scores of 13505 versus 12945 — both representing 4.3% leads. The consistency of the multicore margin is striking: the 4600GE achieves these wins with 6 cores and 12 threads, while the i7-11700T has 8 cores and 16 threads. This indicates that the AMD chip’s per-core efficiency fully compensates for the two-core deficit.

The single-core results tell the same story. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the 4600GE scores 192 versus 184 for the Intel part, a 4.3% win. R20 single-core shows 800 versus 767 (4.3%), and R23 single-core shows 1906 versus 1827 (4.3%). These single-threaded margins are notable because Intel’s Rocket Lake architecture was designed to improve single-core performance, yet the Zen 2-based AMD chip still leads by a consistent margin. The average benchmark scores reinforce this: AMD’s average is 3906, which sits 1.1% above Intel’s 3864. In the broader context, both CPUs land at the 56th percentile of all CPUs, but the AMD part’s nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS (3924, -0.5%) and the Intel Xeon E-2278GE (3939, -0.8%), while Intel’s i7-11700T is closest to the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2718 (3875, -0.3%) and the Intel Xeon E-2286M (3822, 1.1%).

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE uses the Zen 2 architecture on a 7 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Core i7-11700T relies on the Rocket Lake architecture on Intel’s 14 nm process node. This process gap is substantial: the AMD chip is built on 7 nm versus 14 nm for Intel. The die size reflects this difference, with the AMD part measuring 156 mm² and the Intel part measuring 276 mm². The AMD chip integrates 9,800 million transistors, while the Intel part’s transistor count is not listed in the data.

Cache configurations also differ significantly. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and double the L3 at 16 MB shared. Despite having half the L3 cache, the AMD chip still wins in benchmark performance. Both support DDR4 memory on a dual-channel bus with identical 51.2 GB/s bandwidth, and neither supports ECC memory.

The integrated graphics solutions differ: AMD uses Radeon Vega 7, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 750. PCIe support is another point of separation — the AMD chip uses PCIe Gen 3, while the Intel chip supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel part does not. The production status also differs: the AMD chip is listed as Active, while the Intel part is End-of-life. The AMD part launched on 2020-07-20, and the Intel part followed on 2021-03-15.

The Verdict

The data makes the choice straightforward for any workload measured here. The AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE wins every benchmark, with margins between 4.3% and 4.4% in both single-core and multi-core tests. The Intel i7-11700T’s additional two cores and 16 MB of L3 cache do not translate into any performance advantage in Cinebench workloads. The AMD chip achieves its victory with a smaller die, fewer transistors listed, and less cache, pointing to superior architectural efficiency from the 7 nm Zen 2 design.

For users prioritizing raw benchmark performance, the AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE is the clear pick. The Intel part’s only advantages are its PCIe Gen 4 support and its larger L3 cache, but these do not appear in the benchmark results. The Intel chip also has a listed launch MSRP of $323, which can be stated once as factual information, but the AMD part has no launch MSRP listed in the data. The production status favors AMD as well, since the 4600GE is Active while the i7-11700T is End-of-life. Given that the AMD chip is newer in terms of active production and outperforms the Intel chip in every measured test, the verdict is unequivocal: the AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE is the superior processor based on the available data.

Specification Differences

The two chips differ across several key specification fields. The AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core i7-11700T has 8 cores and 16 threads. The AMD base clock is 3.30 GHz, while the Intel base clock is listed as 1400.00 (which appears to be in MHz, not GHz, but the data presents it this way). The boost clocks are 4.20 GHz for AMD and 4.60 GHz for Intel. Both have a 35 W TDP. The AMD part uses AMD Socket AM4, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1200. The process nodes differ: 7 nm for AMD versus 14 nm for Intel. The AMD die size is 156 mm², while the Intel die size is 276 mm². The AMD chip has 9,800 million transistors, while Intel’s count is not listed. L1 cache is 64 KB per core for AMD versus 80 KB per core for Intel. L2 cache is identical at 512 KB per core. L3 cache is 8 MB shared for AMD versus 16 MB shared for Intel. PCIe support is Gen 3 for AMD versus Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only) for Intel. Integrated graphics are Radeon Vega 7 versus UHD Graphics 750. The AMD multiplier is unlocked, while Intel’s is locked. Production status is Active for AMD and End-of-life for Intel. The part numbers are 100-000000150 for AMD and SRKNT for Intel. The Intel launch MSRP is $323, while AMD has none listed.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core i7-11700T has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Does the higher core count of the Intel chip lead to better multicore performance?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE wins all multicore benchmarks, including Cinebench R23 multicore with a score of 13505 versus 12945 for the Intel chip, a 4.3% advantage.

Q: What is the process node difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE is built on a 7 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Core i7-11700T uses Intel’s 14 nm process node.

Q: Which chip has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i7-11700T has 16 MB of shared L3 cache, which is double the 8 MB shared L3 cache found on the AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE.

Q: Are both processors currently in production?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE has an Active production status, while the Intel Core i7-11700T is listed as End-of-life.

Q: Which chip wins in single-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE wins every single-core benchmark, including Cinebench R23 single-core with a score of 1906 versus 1827 for the Intel chip, a 4.3% margin.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE wins in every benchmark category measured. For multicore workloads, the AMD chip leads by 4.4% in Cinebench R15, 4.3% in R20, and 4.3% in R23. This makes it the better choice for tasks like video rendering, 3D modeling, or any workload that scales across all cores. The single-core results are equally one-sided: the AMD chip leads by 4.3% in R15, R20, and R23 single-core tests. This suggests it is also the better choice for lightly threaded applications, such as everyday desktop tasks or older games that rely on a few fast cores.

The Intel Core i7-11700T has no benchmark wins in this comparison. However, it does offer features that may matter in specific use cases. The Intel chip supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), which could be relevant for systems using the latest NVMe storage or GPUs that benefit from the higher bandwidth. The Intel chip also has double the L3 cache (16 MB versus 8 MB), which could theoretically help in cache-sensitive workloads, though the benchmark data shows no such benefit in Cinebench. The Intel part also has a listed launch MSRP of $323, while the AMD part has no launch MSRP listed. For users who require PCIe Gen 4 connectivity, the Intel chip is the only option between the two. For users who prioritize benchmark performance, the AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE is the definitive winner across all six measured tests.