AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS vs AMD Ryzen 7 8700G Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a decisive performance gap between these two processors. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G wins all 15 recorded head-to-head comparisons, with the Ryzen 5 7533HS trailing by margins that range from modest to massive.

The largest single-thread gap appears in Cinebench R15, where the 8700G scores 286 against the 7533HS's 175, a 38.8% advantage. The Cinebench R23 single-core result is far closer: 1817 versus 1742, a 4.1% difference. That narrow margin suggests the architectural advantage of Zen 4 over Zen 3+ is more pronounced in older workloads than in the newer R23 test.

Multi-threaded performance tells a different story in terms of magnitude. The Cinebench R15 multicore result shows the 8700G at 2693 against 1243, a 53.8% lead. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the 8700G scores 17128 versus 12342, a 27.9% advantage. The extra two cores and four threads of the 8700G, combined with higher clock speeds, account for much of this gap.

PassMark results reinforce the pattern. The 8700G leads by 61.6% in random string sorting (46025 versus 17669), 61.4% in extended instructions (29067 versus 11219), and 56.4% in both data compression (386811 versus 168692) and floating point math (63815 versus 27800). Integer math shows a 50.7% advantage (103107 versus 50800), while encryption trails at 53.1% (22842 versus 10718).

The PassMark multithread score of 31690 for the 8700G versus 14520 for the 7533HS represents a 54.2% gap. Physics simulation shows 1647 versus 821, a 50.2% difference. Prime number finding records 103 versus 48, a 53.4% lead. Single-thread PassMark results show 3928 versus 2740, a 30.2% advantage.

The average benchmark score for the 8700G is 33089, placing it at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs in the database. The 7533HS averages 19364, at the 73rd percentile. The 8700G's closest rivals include the Intel Core i7-13650HX at 33089 (0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX at 33091 (0% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D at 33079 (0% delta). The 7533HS sits near the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V at 19368 (0% delta) and the Intel Core i5-1345U at 19411 (-0.2% delta).

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 7 8700G wins every workload category recorded in the database. No benchmark in the comparison favors the Ryzen 5 7533HS. The 8700G's advantages span synthetic multi-threaded tests, single-threaded tests, encryption, compression, physics simulation, and integer math.

The 7533HS does not win any of the 15 head-to-head comparisons. Its only relative strength appears in Cinebench R23 single-core, where the 4.1% deficit is the smallest of any benchmark. This indicates that the architectural differences between Zen 3+ and Zen 4 are least impactful in lightly threaded, modern workloads. Still, the 8700G holds the lead there.

For workloads that scale with core count, the 8700G's 8 cores and 16 threads versus the 7533HS's 6 cores and 12 threads create a substantial separation. The 27.9% Cinebench R23 multicore gap and the 54.2% PassMark multithread gap both reflect this core advantage, amplified by the 8700G's higher base and boost clocks.

The 8700G also delivers a stronger integrated GPU option with the Radeon 780M, compared to the Radeon 660M in the 7533HS. The database does not record GPU benchmark scores for these iGPUs, but the component difference is documented.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different generations and architectures. The Ryzen 5 7533HS uses Zen 3+ architecture on the Rembrandt-R codename, belonging to the 7000 series. The Ryzen 7 8700G uses Zen 4 architecture on the Phoenix codename, belonging to the 8000 series.

The manufacturing process differs significantly. The 7533HS is built on TSMC's 6 nm node with a die size of 208 mm². The 8700G uses TSMC's 4 nm node with a die size of 178 mm². The 8700G packs 25,000 million transistors, while the database does not record a transistor count for the 7533HS.

Core and thread counts differ: the 7533HS has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the 8700G has 8 cores and 16 threads. Clock speeds also differ, with the 7533HS at 3.30 GHz base and 4.40 GHz boost, versus the 8700G at 4.20 GHz base and 5.10 GHz boost.

Cache configurations are similar in L1 (64 KB per core for both) and L3 (16 MB shared for both), but they differ in L2. The 7533HS has 512 KB per core, while the 8700G has 1 MB per core. This doubles the L2 cache per core on the 8700G.

The platforms diverge completely. The 7533HS uses AMD Socket FP7 and targets the mobile segment. The 8700G uses AMD Socket AM5 and targets the desktop segment. The 7533HS has a locked multiplier, while the 8700G has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. The 8700G has a launch MSRP of $329. The 7533HS has no recorded launch MSRP.

Both processors support DDR5 memory with dual-channel buses. Memory bandwidth is higher on the 8700G at 83.2 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s. Neither supports ECC memory. Both use PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics differ as noted: Radeon 660M on the 7533HS, Radeon 780M on the 8700G.

Release dates are distinct. The 7533HS launched on 2024-08-31, while the 8700G launched on 2024-01-07. Both remain in active production.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has 8 cores and 16 threads. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS has 6 cores and 12 threads.

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

A: The 8700G leads by 27.9% in Cinebench R23 multicore (17128 versus 12342) and by 54.2% in PassMark multithread (31690 versus 14520). The Cinebench R15 multicore gap is larger at 53.8% (2693 versus 1243).

Q: Do both processors support the same memory type?

A: Yes, both support DDR5 memory with dual-channel configurations. The 8700G has higher memory bandwidth at 83.2 GB/s, while the 7533HS records 76.8 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has the stronger integrated graphics?

A: The Ryzen 7 8700G uses the Radeon 780M, while the Ryzen 5 7533HS uses the Radeon 660M.

Q: Are these processors on the same socket?

A: No. The 7533HS uses AMD Socket FP7 for mobile platforms. The 8700G uses AMD Socket AM5 for desktop platforms.

Q: What is the closest competitor to each processor in the database?

A: The 8700G matches the Intel Core i7-13650HX and AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX at 0% delta in average score. The 7533HS matches the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V at 0% delta.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS | AMD Ryzen 7 8700G |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 6 | 8 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base clock | 3.30 GHz | 4.20 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.40 GHz | 5.10 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | AMD Socket AM5 |

| Architecture | Zen 3+ | Zen 4 |

| Codename | Rembrandt-R | Phoenix |

| Process node | 6 nm | 4 nm |

| Die size | 208 mm² | 178 mm² |

| Transistors | Not recorded | 25,000 million |

| L2 cache | 512 KB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 16 MB (shared) | 16 MB (shared) |

| Memory bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | 83.2 GB/s |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 660M | Radeon 780M |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Multiplier unlocked | No | Yes |

| Launch MSRP | None recorded | $329 |

| Release date | 2024-08-31 | 2024-01-07 |

The Verdict

The data presents an unambiguous outcome. The Ryzen 7 8700G outclasses the Ryzen 5 7533HS across every benchmark in the comparison. The 8700G holds the 83rd percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the 7533HS sits at the 73rd percentile. The average benchmark score gap is substantial: 33089 versus 19364.

The 8700G is the appropriate choice for desktop builders who need maximum multi-threaded throughput, higher single-thread performance, and a more capable integrated GPU. Its 8 cores, 16 threads, higher clocks, doubled L2 cache per core, and 4 nm process node all contribute to its dominance. The unlocked multiplier adds flexibility for overclocking on the AM5 platform.

The 7533HS is a mobile processor with a 35 W TDP, designed for laptops. Its 6 cores and 12 threads deliver competitive performance for its class, as shown by its proximity to the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V and Intel Core i5-1345U in average score. The 4.1% single-core deficit in Cinebench R23 suggests it remains viable for lightly threaded tasks, though it falls behind in every recorded workload.

For anyone choosing between these two, the decision is dictated by platform. The 8700G serves desktop systems with AM5 sockets and higher power envelopes. The 7533HS serves mobile systems with FP7 sockets and lower power targets. The benchmark data confirms the 8700G as the stronger processor in raw performance, but the 7533HS occupies a different market segment where its 35 W TDP and mobile socket are defining characteristics.