AMD Ryzen 7 1700 vs Intel Xeon E-2276M Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The direct comparison between the AMD Ryzen 7 1700 and Intel Xeon E-2276M reveals a starkly split performance profile. Across the four shared benchmark tests, the AMD processor claims three decisive victories, while the Intel part takes one significant win. The most dramatic divergence appears in the Cinebench R15 multicore test, where the Ryzen 7 1700 scores 1414 against the Xeon E-2276M’s 544, a margin of 159.9%. This is not a marginal lead; the AMD chip more than doubles the Intel processor’s multi-threaded rendering output in this workload. The single-core Cinebench R15 result follows the same pattern, with the Ryzen 7 1700 scoring 147 versus 76 for the Xeon, a 93.4% advantage. These numbers suggest that in older Cinebench iterations, the Ryzen 7 1700 holds a commanding lead in both threaded and lightly threaded tasks.

The Geekbench results tell a more nuanced story. In Geekbench multicore, the Ryzen 7 1700 again wins, scoring 5475 against the Xeon E-2276M’s 5159, but the delta shrinks to a modest 6.1%. That is a much closer contest than the Cinebench R15 figures imply. The Intel processor’s single-core advantage emerges clearly in Geekbench singlecore, where the Xeon E-2276M scores 1440 versus the AMD chip’s 1023, a 29% deficit for the Ryzen part. This is the only head-to-head test where Intel wins, and it does so by a substantial margin. The data indicates that the Ryzen 7 1700 excels in multi-threaded scenarios across both benchmark suites, while the Xeon E-2276M demonstrates superior per-core performance in the Geekbench single-threaded metric. The overall win count favors AMD, 3 wins to 1, but the nature of the losses matters: the Intel part’s single-core lead is large enough to influence workloads that depend on low-thread-count responsiveness.

Looking at the aggregate scores, the Ryzen 7 1700 posts an average benchmark score of 2015, placing it at the 45th percentile among all CPUs. The Xeon E-2276M averages 1996, sitting at the 44th percentile. These percentile positions are nearly identical, which is surprising given the wide swings in individual test results. The nearest rivals for the AMD chip include the AMD Ryzen Embedded V1807B (average 2012, delta 0.2%), the Intel Core i5-1145GRE (average 2025, delta -0.5%), and the Intel Core i5-8300H (average 2005, delta 0.5%). For the Intel Xeon E-2276M, the closest competitors are the Intel Core i7-7920HQ (average 1992, delta 0.2%), the AMD Ryzen 5 1500X (average 1992, delta 0.2%), and the Intel Core i5-8400T (average 2001, delta -0.3%). The aggregate data suggests that, despite the benchmark-specific differences, both processors land in the same performance tier when averaged across all recorded tests.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split between these two processors is fundamental. The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 uses the Zen architecture, built on a 14 nm process at GlobalFoundries, with a die size of 213 mm² and a transistor count of 4,800 million. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 3.70 GHz. The cache hierarchy includes 96 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. This part is designed for the AMD Socket AM4 and is classified as a desktop processor. Its power envelope is rated at 65 W TDP.

In contrast, the Intel Xeon E-2276M uses the Coffee Lake architecture (specifically Coffee Lake-H), also on a 14 nm process but fabricated by Intel, with a smaller die size of 154 mm². It has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The cache configuration is more modest: 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part uses the Intel BGA 1440 socket and is targeted at the server/workstation market segment. Its TDP is lower at 45 W, reflecting a mobile-oriented design despite its workstation classification. Notably, the Intel processor includes integrated graphics in the form of UHD Graphics P630, while the AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has no integrated graphics listed.

The production statuses differ as well. The Ryzen 7 1700 is marked as Active, while the Xeon E-2276M is listed as End-of-life. The release dates reflect this gap: the AMD part launched in March 2017, the Intel part in May 2019. Both support DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration with the same memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s, and both support ECC memory. PCIe capabilities are identical on paper: Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The AMD chip has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking, while the Intel Xeon is locked. These architectural differences explain much of the benchmark behavior: the AMD part’s extra two cores and larger L3 cache contribute to its multi-threaded wins, while the Intel part’s higher boost clock (4.70 GHz versus 3.70 GHz) underpins its single-core strength.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data points to clear use-case separations. The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 wins in multi-threaded workloads across both Cinebench R15 (1414 versus 544, a 159.9% lead) and Geekbench multicore (5475 versus 5159, a 6.1% lead). This makes it the stronger choice for tasks that scale with core count and thread count, such as video rendering, software compilation, or any parallel processing where the extra two cores and 16 MB of shared L3 cache can be utilized. The Cinebench R15 single-core result also favors the Ryzen part (147 versus 76, a 93.4% lead), but that test appears to be an outlier relative to Geekbench singlecore, where the Intel part is clearly superior.

The Intel Xeon E-2276M wins decisively in Geekbench singlecore, scoring 1440 against the AMD chip’s 1023, a 29% advantage. This indicates that for lightly threaded applications, such as older games, certain database queries, or single-threaded scripting, the Intel processor offers noticeably higher per-core responsiveness. The higher boost clock of 4.70 GHz versus 3.70 GHz is the likely driver here, even though the Intel part has fewer cores and a smaller L3 cache. The Intel processor also carries integrated graphics, which could be relevant for systems that need a display output without a discrete GPU, though benchmark scores for integrated graphics are not recorded in this dataset.

The production status and platform differences also factor into selection. The AMD part remains Active, while the Intel Xeon E-2276M is End-of-life, which may influence long-term availability. The AMD socket (AM4) is a desktop platform with an unlocked multiplier, offering overclocking headroom. The Intel part uses a BGA socket, which is typically soldered and not upgradeable. For system builders prioritizing multi-threaded throughput and longevity, the Ryzen 7 1700’s active status and extra cores are compelling. For those needing the highest possible single-core score in a low-power, integrated-graphics package, the Xeon E-2276M holds the edge.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher multi-core score in Cinebench R15?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 scores 1414, which is 159.9% higher than the Intel Xeon E-2276M’s 544.

Q: Is the Intel Xeon E-2276M better in any benchmark?

A: Yes, in Geekbench singlecore, the Intel part scores 1440 versus 1023 for the AMD Ryzen 7 1700, a 29% advantage. This is the only head-to-head test where Intel wins.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Xeon E-2276M has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 7 1700 and the Intel Xeon E-2276M list ECC memory support as true.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2276M includes UHD Graphics P630. The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has no integrated graphics listed.

Q: What is the average benchmark score difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 averages 2015, while the Intel Xeon E-2276M averages 1996. The AMD part is 0.5% ahead of the Intel part’s nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-7920HQ, which scores 1992.

Specification Differences

The following table highlights the key specification differences between the AMD Ryzen 7 1700 and the Intel Xeon E-2276M:

• Cores: 8 (AMD) versus 6 (Intel)
• Threads: 16 (AMD) versus 12 (Intel)
• Base Clock: 3.00 GHz (AMD) versus 2.80 GHz (Intel)
• Boost Clock: 3.70 GHz (AMD) versus 4.70 GHz (Intel)
• TDP: 65 W (AMD) versus 45 W (Intel)
• Socket: AMD Socket AM4 versus Intel BGA 1440
• Architecture: Zen versus Coffee Lake
• Codename: Zen versus Coffee Lake-H
• Process Node: 14 nm (both, but different foundries)
• Foundry: GlobalFoundries (AMD) versus Intel (Intel)
• Transistors: 4,800 million (AMD) versus not listed (Intel)
• Die Size: 213 mm² (AMD) versus 154 mm² (Intel)
• L1 Cache: 96 KB per core (AMD) versus 64 KB per core (Intel)
• L2 Cache: 512 KB per core (AMD) versus 256 KB per core (Intel)
• L3 Cache: 16 MB shared (AMD) versus 12 MB shared (Intel)
• Integrated Graphics: None (AMD) versus UHD Graphics P630 (Intel)
• Market Segment: Desktop (AMD) versus Server/Workstation (Intel)
• Production Status: Active (AMD) versus End-of-life (Intel)
• Release Date: 2017-03-01 (AMD) versus 2019-05-28 (Intel)
• Multiplier Unlocked: Yes (AMD) versus No (Intel)
• Part Number: YD1700BBAEBOX (AMD) versus SRFCK (Intel)

Both processors share the same memory support (DDR4), memory bus (dual-channel), memory bandwidth (42.7 GB/s), ECC support (true), and PCIe configuration (Gen 3, 16 lanes CPU only). The launch MSRP for the AMD Ryzen 7 1700 is $329, and for the Intel Xeon E-2276M it is $450. The benchmark results show that the AMD part’s higher core count and larger caches deliver superior multi-threaded performance, while the Intel part’s higher boost clock and lower TDP make it a stronger single-core performer in Geekbench, albeit with fewer cores and a smaller overall cache footprint.