AMD Ryzen 7 2700U vs Intel Core i5-4570S Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-4570S edges ahead with an average benchmark score of 1426, while the AMD Ryzen 7 2700U trails closely at 1415. Both sit at the 37th percentile among all CPUs.

Q: How do the two chips compare in multi-threaded Cinebench R15 performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 2700U wins decisively, scoring 644 versus the Intel Core i5-4570S' 428, a 33.5% advantage for AMD in this test.

Q: Which processor wins in Geekbench single-core testing?

A: The Intel Core i5-4570S takes the crown, posting 1083 against the Ryzen 7 2700U's 804, a 34.7% lead for the Intel part.

Q: What are the closest rivals to these processors?

A: The i5-4570S sits within 0.5% of the Intel Core i7-3820, Xeon Bronze 3106, Core i7-3720QM, and AMD Opteron 4274 HE. The Ryzen 7 2700U is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen Embedded R2314 and Intel Core i5-4460, and within 0.3% of the Core i7-3840QM and Core i7-2700K.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No, neither the Intel Core i5-4570S nor the AMD Ryzen 7 2700U supports ECC memory.

Q: Which CPU has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 2700U boosts up to 3.80 GHz, which is higher than the Intel Core i5-4570S' 3.60 GHz maximum boost clock.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core i5-4570S is built on the Haswell architecture, fabricated on Intel's 22 nm process node with 1,400 million transistors packed into a 177 mm² die. It is a desktop part using the Intel Socket 1150 and belongs to the Core i5 (Haswell) generation. In contrast, the AMD Ryzen 7 2700U uses the Zen architecture under the Raven Ridge codename, manufactured by GlobalFoundries on a 14 nm process. This mobile chip packs 4,950 million transistors into a 210 mm² die, more than triple the transistor count of the Intel part despite the larger process node.

The core configurations differ significantly in thread handling. Both processors have 4 physical cores, but the Ryzen 7 2700U supports 8 threads through simultaneous multithreading, while the i5-4570S manages only 4 threads. This gives AMD a theoretical advantage in heavily threaded workloads. Cache layouts also diverge: the Intel chip provides 64 KB of L1 and 256 KB of L2 per core, with 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD processor offers larger per-core caches at 96 KB L1 and 512 KB L2, but a smaller 4 MB shared L3.

Memory support reflects their respective eras. The i5-4570S uses DDR3 with a dual-channel memory bus, while the Ryzen 7 2700U uses DDR4 with dual-channel support and a rated memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. The Intel part has no listed memory bandwidth figure. Both support PCIe Gen 3, though the AMD processor specifies only 8 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics differ as well: Intel pairs the i5-4570S with HD 4600, while AMD equips the Ryzen 7 2700U with Radeon RX Vega 10.

Power and market positioning separate these chips sharply. The Intel i5-4570S carries a 65 W TDP and targets the desktop segment, released in 2013. The Ryzen 7 2700U is a mobile processor with a 15 W TDP, released in 2017, and remains in active production. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, and neither has a listed launch MSRP.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results tell a split story, with each processor dominating in different tests. The AMD Ryzen 7 2700U wins three of the six head-to-head comparisons, and the Intel Core i5-4570S wins the other three. However, the margins reveal distinct strengths for each architecture.

In Cinebench R15, the Ryzen 7 2700U delivers a commanding performance. Its multicore score of 644 crushes the i5-4570S' 428, a 33.5% deficit for Intel. The single-core gap is even more pronounced: the AMD chip scores 143.5 against Intel's 60, a staggering 58.2% difference. This suggests the Ryzen 7 2700U's Zen architecture offers substantially better instruction-level efficiency in this legacy benchmark.

The tables turn in Cinebench R23. Here, the Intel Core i5-4570S reclaims multicore superiority with a score of 4256 versus the Ryzen 7 2700U's 3603, an 18.1% advantage for Intel. Yet in R23 single-core, AMD strikes back: 886 versus 600, giving the Ryzen 7 2700U a 32.3% lead. This inconsistency between R15 and R23 results highlights how benchmark versions can favor different microarchitectures.

Geekbench results favor Intel across the board. In multicore testing, the i5-4570S scores 2945 against the Ryzen 7 2700U's 2411, a 22.1% margin. Single-core Geekbench shows an even larger Intel advantage: 1083 versus 804, a 34.7% gap. These results indicate that in Geekbench's workload mix, the Haswell architecture's higher base clock of 2.90 GHz and boost clock of 3.60 GHz translate into better raw performance than the Zen chip's 2.20 GHz base and 3.80 GHz boost.

Looking at the broader picture, the average benchmark scores are remarkably close: 1426 for Intel and 1415 for AMD, a mere 0.8% difference. The nearest rival lists confirm this parity. The i5-4570S' closest competitors include the Core i7-3820 at 1424 (0.2% delta) and Xeon Bronze 3106 at 1422 (0.3% delta). The Ryzen 7 2700U matches the Ryzen Embedded R2314 and Core i5-4460 exactly at 1415, with the Core i7-3840QM just 0.1% ahead.

The Verdict

The data presents a nuanced picture. The AMD Ryzen 7 2700U is the clear winner in Cinebench R15 and R23 single-core tests, demonstrating superior per-thread performance in those workloads. Its 8-thread capability also gives it a massive 33.5% advantage in Cinebench R15 multicore, where the extra threads are fully utilized. For users running older Cinebench versions or similar lightly threaded legacy applications, the Ryzen 7 2700U is the stronger choice.

The Intel Core i5-4570S, however, dominates in Geekbench across both single-core and multicore tests, with margins of 34.7% and 22.1% respectively. It also wins Cinebench R23 multicore by 18.1%. This suggests that in more modern benchmark suites and newer multi-threaded workloads, the Haswell architecture holds up remarkably well despite its age and lack of SMT. The i5-4570S' higher base clock and desktop-oriented design appear to pay dividends in these scenarios.

Considering the total head-to-head record, the score stands at three wins apiece. The average benchmark scores also reflect near-parity: 1426 for Intel versus 1415 for AMD. The 37th percentile ranking for both processors confirms they occupy the same performance tier. Neither chip offers ECC memory support, and both lack unlocked multipliers, so overclocking is not a differentiator.

The choice ultimately depends on workload priorities. The Ryzen 7 2700U offers a compelling combination of high single-core scores in Cinebench, a much lower 15 W TDP, and active production status, making it suitable for mobile and power-conscious applications. The i5-4570S counters with superior Geekbench performance, a desktop socket, and a larger L3 cache, appealing to users with existing Socket 1150 platforms who prioritize raw throughput in Geekbench-style tasks. The data does not name an overall winner; it identifies two differently tuned processors for different usage patterns.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i5-4570S | AMD Ryzen 7 2700U |

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

| Manufacturer | Intel | AMD |

| Series | null | 2000 series |

| Cores | 4 | 4 |

| Threads | 4 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 2.90 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 3.60 GHz | 3.80 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 15 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1150 | AMD Socket FP5 |

| Architecture | Haswell | Zen |

| Codename | Haswell | Raven Ridge |

| Process Node | 22 nm | 14 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | GlobalFoundries |

| Transistors | 1,400 million | 4,950 million |

| Die Size | 177 mm² | 210 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 96 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 256 KB (per core) | 512 KB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 6 MB (shared) | 4 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR3 | DDR4 |

| Memory Bandwidth | null | 38.4 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 3 | Gen 3, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Intel HD 4600 | Radeon RX Vega 10 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Production Status | null | Active |

| Release Date | 2013-06-01 | 2017-10-25 |

| Part Number | SR14J | YM2700C4T4MFB |