AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS vs Intel Core i7-13700TE Comparison

The Intel Core i7-13700TE and AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS are closely matched processors, with the AMD part holding a slight edge in overall average benchmark score (30,879 vs 31,028, a 0.5% delta). While the Intel chip wins 4 of the 17 head-to-head tests, the AMD chip wins 13, yet the margin of victory in those AMD wins is often narrow, whereas the Intel wins are frequently by large margins. This creates a nuanced picture: the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS is the more consistent performer across a broad range of tasks, but the Intel Core i7-13700TE has decisive strengths in specific computational areas.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most striking pattern in the data is the split between single-thread and multi-thread workloads. In every Cinebench test, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS comes out ahead. The margin is uniform at roughly 5.3% across R15, R20, and R23, for both single-core and multi-core runs. For instance, in Cinebench R23, the AMD scores 2,787 in single-core versus Intel’s 2,639, and 19,742 versus 18,698 in multi-core. This consistency suggests a fundamental clock-speed advantage rather than a core-count effect. The AMD’s base clock is 4.30 GHz versus Intel’s 1.10 GHz, and its boost clock is 5.00 GHz versus 4.80 GHz. This superior clock speed is the likely driver behind the AMD’s wins in single-threaded PassMark tests as well, where it scores 3,858 versus 3,422 (an 11.3% advantage).

However, the Intel chip dominates in raw math throughput. The widest margin is in PassMark’s floating-point math, where the Intel scores 66,421 versus AMD’s 45,481 — a 46% lead. Similarly, in integer math, the Intel wins 97,911 to 72,740 (34.6% ahead), and in find-prime-numbers, it wins 101 to 73 (38.4% ahead). These are substantial, decisive wins that point to a different architectural strength. The Intel part also wins PassMark physics (1,368 vs 1,208, a 13.2% advantage). These four wins are the Intel’s only victories, but they account for the most computationally intensive tasks in the benchmark suite.

The AMD chip’s remaining wins are not all narrow. In PassMark extended instructions, the AMD is 35.2% ahead (21,212 vs 13,750). It also leads by 23% in random string sorting (35,472 vs 27,307) and by 8.4% in data compression (265,826 vs 243,565). The data encryption test shows a 13.7% AMD lead (17,387 vs 15,006). In the overall PassMark multi-thread test, the AMD wins 23,569 to 22,754 (3.5% ahead), which is a smaller margin than the Cinebench results suggest. This indicates that the Intel’s 16 cores and 24 threads can compete effectively in some parallel loads, but the AMD’s 6 cores and 12 threads with higher clocks win more often.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different foundations. The Intel Core i7-13700TE uses the Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm process node from Intel, with a die size of 257 mm². It has 16 cores and 24 threads, which is a hybrid configuration, though the fact pack does not specify the performance/efficiency core split. Its cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS, in contrast, uses the Zen 4 architecture (Hawk Point) on a 4 nm process node from TSMC, with a die size of 178 mm² and 25,000 million transistors. It has 6 cores and 12 threads. The AMD’s cache is smaller per level: 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3.

These architectural choices lead to different physical and power profiles. The Intel part has a 35 W TDP and uses the Intel Socket 1700, while the AMD has a 45 W TDP and uses the AMD Socket FP7. The Intel’s process node is larger (10 nm vs 4 nm), yet it has a smaller transistor count (the Intel field is null, but the AMD is specified at 25,000 million). The AMD’s memory support is limited to DDR5, while the Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5; both have dual-channel memory buses. The AMD has a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, a figure not provided for the Intel, and it supports ECC memory, which the Intel does not. The PCIe interface also differs: the Intel is Gen 5 with 20 CPU-only lanes, while the AMD is Gen 4 with 20 CPU-only lanes. The integrated graphics differ, with Intel’s UHD Graphics 770 versus AMD’s Radeon 760M.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS is the clear winner for general-purpose productivity and single-threaded responsiveness. Its 5.3% to 5.4% lead across all Cinebench versions indicates consistent performance in rendering tasks, which often scale with both clock speed and core count. The AMD also wins in encryption (13.7% ahead), extended instructions (35.2% ahead), and random string sorting (23% ahead), suggesting it handles data manipulation and cryptographic workloads more efficiently. For users running office applications, web browsing, or software that relies heavily on single-core performance, the AMD’s higher boost clock (5.00 GHz) provides a tangible advantage.

The Intel Core i7-13700TE is the better choice for pure mathematical computation. Its 46% lead in floating-point math and 34.6% lead in integer math are the largest margins in the entire comparison. These workloads are common in scientific computing, financial modeling, and certain types of engineering simulations. The Intel also wins the find-prime-numbers test by 38.4%, which is a classic measure of integer throughput. Its 13.2% win in physics tests further suggests an advantage in simulation workloads that rely on rigid body dynamics or particle systems. The Intel’s larger core count (16 vs 6) and larger L3 cache (30 MB vs 16 MB) likely contribute to these wins, despite the lower clock speeds.

In the mixed multi-thread PassMark test, the AMD wins by only 3.5% (23,569 vs 22,754), which shows that the Intel can nearly match the AMD in a general multi-threaded scenario. However, the AMD wins the more specific multi-threaded Cinebench tests by the same 5.3% margin as the single-thread tests. This suggests that the AMD’s efficiency per core is higher, while the Intel’s advantage only appears in workloads that specifically benefit from its larger cache or wider execution resources.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher single-core Cinebench R23 score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS scores 2,787 in Cinebench R23 single-core, which is 5.3% higher than the Intel Core i7-13700TE’s 2,639.

Q: How large is the Intel’s lead in floating-point math?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700TE scores 66,421 in PassMark floating-point math, which is 46% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS’s 45,481.

Q: Does the AMD chip support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core i7-13700TE does not.

Q: What is the difference in core counts?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700TE has 16 cores and 24 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher base clock speed?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS has a base clock of 4.30 GHz, compared to the Intel Core i7-13700TE’s base clock of 1.10 GHz.

Q: In how many head-to-head tests does the Intel chip win?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700TE wins 4 of the 17 head-to-head benchmarks, while the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS wins 13.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the two processors:

• Cores: Intel has 16, AMD has 6.
• Threads: Intel has 24, AMD has 12.
• Base Clock: Intel is 1.10 GHz, AMD is 4.30 GHz.
• Boost Clock: Intel is 4.80 GHz, AMD is 5.00 GHz.
• TDP: Intel is 35 W, AMD is 45 W.
• Socket: Intel uses Socket 1700, AMD uses Socket FP7.
• Architecture: Intel is Raptor Lake, AMD is Zen 4.
• Process Node: Intel is 10 nm, AMD is 4 nm.
• Foundry: Intel is Intel, AMD is TSMC.
• Die Size: Intel is 257 mm², AMD is 178 mm².
• Transistors: Intel is not specified, AMD is 25,000 million.
• L1 Cache: Intel is 80 KB per core, AMD is 64 KB per core.
• L2 Cache: Intel is 2 MB per core, AMD is 1 MB per core.
• L3 Cache: Intel is 30 MB shared, AMD is 16 MB shared.
• Memory Support: Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5, AMD supports DDR5 only.
• Memory Bandwidth: Intel is not specified, AMD is 89.6 GB/s.
• ECC Memory: Intel does not support it, AMD does.
• PCIe: Intel is Gen 5, AMD is Gen 4 (both with 20 CPU-only lanes).
• Integrated Graphics: Intel has UHD Graphics 770, AMD has Radeon 760M.
• Market Segment: Intel is Desktop, AMD is Mobile.
• Release Date: Intel is January 3, 2023, AMD is April 15, 2024.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split in use cases. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS is the superior choice for most everyday and professional workloads. It wins the majority of benchmarks, including all Cinebench versions, and shows a consistent 5.3% advantage in rendering. Its higher clock speeds and newer 4 nm process make it more efficient in single-threaded tasks, which dominate typical application usage. For a user who prioritizes general responsiveness, data compression, encryption, or string manipulation, the AMD is the better performer.

The Intel Core i7-13700TE is the specialist’s choice. It is decisively ahead in math-heavy workloads: floating-point, integer, prime number finding, and physics. If the primary task is scientific computation, financial analysis, or any code that heavily uses extended math instructions, the Intel’s 46% and 34.6% leads are too large to ignore. The Intel also offers more cores and threads (16/24 vs 6/12), which provides a theoretical headroom for heavily threaded applications, even if the AMD wins the current Cinebench multi-core tests by 5.3%. The Intel’s 30 MB L3 cache versus the AMD’s 16 MB may also be a factor in workloads with large working sets.

Given the AMD’s 13 wins versus Intel’s 4, the overall average benchmark score is nearly identical (30,879 vs 31,028), and both sit at the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. The choice hinges on workload. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS is the safer default for mixed use, while the Intel Core i7-13700TE is the pick for users who know their software will exploit its math-crunching strengths. The AMD’s ECC memory support and higher memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s) are additional factors for reliability-focused applications, while the Intel’s support for DDR4 memory offers more platform flexibility on the desktop.