AMD Ryzen 7 4700G vs Intel Core i7-11850HE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a consistent, if narrow, advantage for the Intel Core i7-11850HE across every Cinebench workload in the comparison set. The database records six head-to-head tests, and the Intel part wins all six. The margins are uniform: in Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Intel scores 1753 against 1724 for the AMD Ryzen 7 4700G, a 1.7% delta. The same 1.7% gap appears in Cinebench R15 single-core, where Intel posts 247 versus 243. This pattern repeats in Cinebench R20 multi-core (7308 versus 7186) and single-core (1031 versus 1014), again with a 1.7% delta. In Cinebench R23, the Intel part scores 17402 multi-core and 2456 single-core, while the AMD part scores 17111 and 2415; the delta is again 1.7% in both.

The consistency of the margin across all six workloads is notable. It suggests that the performance difference is structural rather than workload-specific. The Intel part does not simply win in one type of rendering task; it wins by nearly the same proportion in both single-threaded and fully threaded tests. In absolute terms, the largest single-core lead is 41 points in Cinebench R23, while the largest multi-core lead is 291 points in the same test. These are not dramatic swings, but they are present in every measurement.

The average benchmark scores in the database place the Intel part at 5095, while the AMD part sits at 4949. The Intel part's nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7262 at 5109 (a -0.3% delta) and the Intel Core i9-7900X at 5120 (a -0.5% delta). The AMD part's nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon W-1290 at 4932 (a 0.3% delta) and the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 at 4967 (a -0.4% delta). These figures underscore that both CPUs occupy a similar performance tier, with the Intel part holding a slight edge in the aggregate.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-11850HE wins every benchmark in the head-to-head set, so the use-case split is defined by the nature of the AMD part's strengths rather than by any test where it takes the lead. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700G did not win a single recorded benchmark against the Intel part. However, the data does not show the AMD part as a poor performer; it shows it as a very close second. In every Cinebench test, the AMD part is within 1.7% of the Intel part. For a user prioritizing multi-threaded rendering, the AMD part delivers 17111 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is only 291 points behind the Intel part's 17402. That is a difference of roughly 1.7%, well within the range of run-to-run variation in many workloads.

The Intel part is the clear pick for single-threaded responsiveness. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2456 is 41 points higher than the AMD part's 2415. The same pattern holds in Cinebench R15 and R20 single-core tests. For tasks that depend on per-core performance, such as lightly threaded applications or everyday desktop responsiveness, the recorded data favors Intel.

For multi-threaded workloads, the situation is more nuanced. The Intel part still wins, but the margin is identical to the single-core margin. There is no evidence in the data that the AMD part closes the gap when more cores are utilized. Both parts have 8 cores and 16 threads, so the multi-core comparison is a direct measure of how efficiently each architecture uses the same thread count. The Intel part's 1.7% lead in multi-core tests mirrors its single-core lead, meaning the AMD part's higher base clock does not translate into a multi-core advantage.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design families. The Intel Core i7-11850HE uses the Tiger Lake architecture, specifically Tiger Lake-H, built on Intel's 10 nm process. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700G uses the Zen 2 architecture under the Renoir codename, manufactured by TSMC on a 7 nm process. The process node difference is significant: the AMD part uses a smaller transistor geometry, which typically allows for higher efficiency, but the recorded data shows the Intel part still wins in performance.

The cache configurations differ sharply. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and only 8 MB of L3 cache. This is a substantial difference in total cache: the Intel part has three times the L3 capacity of the AMD part. The Intel part also has more L2 cache per core, at 1.25 MB versus 512 KB. These larger caches likely contribute to the Intel part's consistent lead in both single-core and multi-core tests.

The die sizes and transistor counts also differ. The Intel part has a die size of 190 mm², while the AMD part has a die size of 156 mm². The AMD part integrates 9,800 million transistors, a figure not recorded for the Intel part. The AMD part's smaller die with a 7 nm process suggests a denser design, but the Intel part's larger die and larger caches appear to deliver the performance edge.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The Intel part uses UHD Graphics based on the Xe-LP architecture, while the AMD part uses Radeon Vega 8. The recorded data does not include graphics benchmarks, so no performance comparison can be made from the database. The memory support is identical on paper: both support DDR4 with dual-channel memory and a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. Neither supports ECC memory.

Specification Differences

The two processors share the same core and thread counts: 8 cores and 16 threads each. They also share the same memory bandwidth figure of 51.2 GB/s and both support DDR4 memory in dual-channel mode. Neither supports ECC memory. Beyond these similarities, the specifications diverge in several key areas.

The base clock differs: the AMD part runs at 3.60 GHz, while the Intel part runs at 2.10 GHz. The boost clock also differs, with the Intel part reaching 4.70 GHz and the AMD part reaching 4.40 GHz. The AMD part's higher base clock is notable, but the Intel part's higher boost clock may explain its single-core wins. The TDP differs as well: the Intel part is rated at 35 watts, while the AMD part is rated at 65 watts. This is a major difference. The Intel part delivers its performance at a much lower power envelope, which is consistent with its mobile market segment. The AMD part, rated for desktop use, consumes nearly twice the power.

The sockets are incompatible. The Intel part uses Intel BGA 1787, a soldered mobile socket, while the AMD part uses AMD Socket AM4, a desktop socket. The PCIe support differs: the Intel part supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the AMD part supports PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This gives the Intel part a newer PCIe standard and more lanes.

The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel part does not. This means the AMD part can be overclocked, assuming motherboard support, while the Intel part is locked. The production status for both is listed as Active. The release dates differ by roughly a year: the AMD part was released on 2020-07-20, and the Intel part on 2021-08-02. The Intel part has a recorded launch MSRP of $400; the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

The process nodes and foundries differ. The Intel part is built on a 10 nm process at Intel, while the AMD part is built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. The AMD part has a smaller die at 156 mm² versus 190 mm², and it has a recorded transistor count of 9,800 million, while the Intel part's transistor count is not recorded.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-11850HE has a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 7 4700G has a boost clock of 4.40 GHz.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The Intel Core i7-11850HE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen 7 4700G has 8 MB of L3 cache.

Q: Which processor is more power-efficient according to the recorded TDP?

A: The Intel Core i7-11850HE has a TDP of 35 watts, while the AMD Ryzen 7 4700G has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel part is rated for less than half the power draw of the AMD part.

Q: What is the largest performance margin in the head-to-head benchmarks?

A: The largest margin is 1.7%, which appears in every recorded Cinebench test. The Intel part wins all six tests by that exact delta.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. Both the Intel Core i7-11850HE and the AMD Ryzen 7 4700G have ECC memory support listed as false.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 4?

A: The Intel Core i7-11850HE supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The AMD Ryzen 7 4700G supports PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700G has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel Core i7-11850HE does not.

The Verdict

The recorded data presents a clear picture: the Intel Core i7-11850HE outperforms the AMD Ryzen 7 4700G in every benchmark in the comparison set. The margins are small, at 1.7% across all six Cinebench tests, but they are consistent. The Intel part wins in both single-core and multi-core workloads, meaning there is no workload category in the data where the AMD part takes the lead.

The Intel part achieves this with a significantly lower TDP of 35 watts versus 65 watts, a larger L3 cache of 24 MB versus 8 MB, and support for PCIe Gen 4. It also has a higher boost clock of 4.70 GHz versus 4.40 GHz. These advantages come in a mobile package with a BGA socket, whereas the AMD part targets desktop systems with an AM4 socket.

The AMD part is not without merits. It has a higher base clock of 3.60 GHz, an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, a smaller 7 nm process node, and a lower price point, though no launch MSRP is recorded in the database. Its average benchmark score of 4949 places it just behind the Intel part's 5095. For a desktop user who values overclocking headroom and a smaller die, the AMD part is a reasonable choice. However, the database shows no performance test where the AMD part wins.

The verdict from the data is straightforward. Users who want the highest recorded performance in Cinebench, particularly those who need single-thread speed or operate within a 35-watt power envelope, should choose the Intel Core i7-11850HE. Users who prioritize an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, a desktop socket, or a smaller process node should consider the AMD Ryzen 7 4700G, accepting that it trails the Intel part by 1.7% in every recorded benchmark. The Intel part is the stronger performer; the AMD part is the more flexible desktop option.