AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE vs AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher base clock speed?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 has a base clock of 3.30 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE operates at 3.10 GHz. The V3C48 leads by 0.20 GHz in this metric.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two CPUs?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE reaches a boost clock of 4.30 GHz, which is higher than the V3C48's 3.80 GHz. The 4700GE holds a 0.50 GHz advantage in maximum boost frequency.

Q: How do the two processors compare in Cinebench R23 multicore performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 scores 17,172 in Cinebench R23 multicore, while the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE scores 16,722. The V3C48 is ahead by 2.7 percent.

Q: Which CPU supports faster memory technology?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE uses DDR4 memory with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Do both processors have integrated graphics?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE includes Radeon Vega 8 integrated graphics, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 has no integrated graphics listed in the database.

Q: What is the TDP rating for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 has a TDP of 45 watts, while the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE is rated at 35 watts. The 4700GE is the more power-efficient part on paper.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different AMD generations and use distinct microarchitectures. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 is built on Zen 3+ architecture under the Rembrandt codename, while the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE uses Zen 2 architecture with the Renoir codename. This architectural gap is significant because Zen 3+ introduces IPC improvements over Zen 2, which the benchmark results reflect across every recorded test.

The manufacturing process also differs. The V3C48 is fabricated on a 6 nm process node at TSMC, whereas the 4700GE uses a 7 nm process node, also from TSMC. The smaller node gives the V3C48 a density and efficiency edge in theory, though the 4700GE compensates with a lower TDP of 35 watts compared to 45 watts for the V3C48.

Cache hierarchies diverge as well. Both CPUs share the same per-core L1 cache at 64 KB and L2 cache at 512 KB, but the V3C48 has 16 MB of shared L3 cache, double the 8 MB found on the 4700GE. Larger L3 cache can reduce latency for frequently accessed data, which is one reason the V3C48 sustains its lead in single-threaded workloads.

Memory support marks another clear separation. The V3C48 supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and a theoretical bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The 4700GE supports DDR4 with dual-channel operation and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The V3C48 also offers ECC memory support, while the 4700GE does not. PCIe connectivity follows the same pattern: the V3C48 provides Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes, while the 4700GE is limited to Gen 3.

Socket compatibility is entirely different. The V3C48 uses AMD Socket FP7, while the 4700GE uses AMD Socket AM4. The 4700GE is multiplier-unlocked, enabling overclocking, whereas the V3C48 is locked. The 4700GE also carries integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics, a feature absent from the V3C48. Finally, the 4700GE has published transistor and die size figures of 9,800 million and 156 mm² respectively, while the V3C48 does not list these in the database.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear winner in raw compute: the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 wins all six head-to-head benchmark comparisons against the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE. Every Cinebench test, from R15 to R23, and across both single-core and multi-core variants, shows the V3C48 ahead with a delta of 2.7 to 3 percent. The average benchmark score also favors the V3C48 at 4,967 versus 4,836 for the 4700GE, a margin of roughly 2.7 percent. Both CPUs sit at the 59th percentile among all CPUs in the database, meaning they occupy the same overall performance tier.

The choice depends on the platform requirements. The V3C48 is the better option for systems that need DDR5 memory, ECC support, PCIe Gen 4 connectivity, and a larger L3 cache. It is the stronger pick for embedded or workstation scenarios where memory bandwidth and data integrity matter more than power draw. The 4700GE, on the other hand, suits builds that prioritize lower power consumption at 35 watts, integrated graphics for display output, and the flexibility of an unlocked multiplier on the AM4 socket. Its higher boost clock of 4.30 GHz does not translate into a performance win in the recorded benchmarks, but the feature set may matter more than the small compute deficit.

For users who already own an AM4 motherboard, the 4700GE is the natural fit. For new systems without legacy constraints, the V3C48 offers better performance in every measured workload plus a more modern memory and PCIe interface. Neither chip dominates the other in aggregate percentile ranking, but the V3C48 is the faster processor by every benchmark in the database.

Specification Differences

The specification sheet shows a clear division between the two parts. The V3C48 runs at a 3.30 GHz base clock and 3.80 GHz boost clock, while the 4700GE runs at 3.10 GHz base and 4.30 GHz boost. The 4700GE has the higher ceiling, but the V3C48 starts from a higher floor.

TDP differs by 10 watts: 45 watts for the V3C48, 35 watts for the 4700GE. The socket is FP7 for the V3C48 and AM4 for the 4700GE. Architecture is Zen 3+ versus Zen 2, and the process node is 6 nm versus 7 nm. The V3C48 has 16 MB of L3 cache, while the 4700GE has 8 MB. Memory support is DDR5 for the V3C48 and DDR4 for the 4700GE, with bandwidth figures of 76.8 GB/s and 51.2 GB/s respectively. ECC memory is supported only on the V3C48. PCIe generation is Gen 4 with 20 lanes on the V3C48 versus Gen 3 on the 4700GE. Integrated graphics exist only on the 4700GE as Radeon Vega 8. The 4700GE is multiplier-unlocked, the V3C48 is not. The 4700GE also has a listed transistor count and die size, while the V3C48 does not.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results are consistent across all six tests, with the V3C48 winning each one. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the V3C48 scores 1,730 against 1,685 for the 4700GE, a 2.7 percent lead. The single-core R15 test shows 244 versus 237, a 3 percent advantage for the V3C48, which is the largest delta in the entire comparison.

Cinebench R20 follows the same pattern. The multicore score is 7,212 for the V3C48 and 7,023 for the 4700GE, again a 2.7 percent gap. The single-core R20 result is 1,018 versus 991, a 2.7 percent difference.

Cinebench R23 repeats the outcome. The multicore score is 17,172 for the V3C48 and 16,722 for the 4700GE, a 2.7 percent margin. The single-core score is 2,424 versus 2,360, also 2.7 percent. Across all six benchmarks, the V3C48 wins by either 2.7 or 3 percent, with no test where the 4700GE closes the gap. The average benchmark scores confirm the trend: 4,967 for the V3C48 and 4,836 for the 4700GE.

The nearest rival data puts these results in context. The V3C48 sits within 0.5 percent of the Intel Core i5-12600HE, Intel Core i7-1375PRE, and Intel Xeon W-2150B, and just 0.4 percent ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 4700G. The 4700GE, by comparison, is 0.2 percent ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800HS, 0.6 percent ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 3950X, and 0.8 percent ahead of the Intel Xeon E-2386G, while trailing the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G by 0.9 percent.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C48 wins in every compute benchmark recorded in the database. Its advantages are most apparent in multi-threaded workloads, where the combination of Zen 3+ architecture, 16 MB of L3 cache, and DDR5 memory bandwidth sustains a 2.7 percent lead across R15, R20, and R23 multicore tests. It also wins single-threaded tests, including a 3 percent margin in R15 single-core, which is its strongest result. The V3C48 is the choice for applications that demand maximum throughput, modern memory technology, ECC reliability, and PCIe Gen 4 bandwidth.

The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE does not win any benchmark test, but it holds advantages outside raw performance. Its 35 watt TDP makes it the more power-efficient option for thermally constrained systems. The integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics provide display output without a discrete GPU, a capability the V3C48 lacks entirely. The unlocked multiplier allows tuning on AM4 motherboards, and the 4.30 GHz boost clock offers a higher peak frequency even if the recorded benchmarks do not translate that into a win. For systems that need integrated graphics, lower power draw, or overclocking flexibility, the 4700GE is the practical pick despite trailing in every measured workload.

The split is straightforward: the V3C48 wins on performance and platform modernity, while the 4700GE wins on power efficiency, integrated graphics, and overclocking headroom. The database shows no benchmark where the 4700GE overtakes the V3C48, so any decision favoring the 4700GE must rest on features rather than compute scores.