AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE vs Intel Core i5-13500TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results are remarkably consistent across every test in the database. The Intel Core i5-13500TE wins all six recorded Cinebench comparisons, but the margins are tighter than the specification sheets might suggest. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel part scores 17294 against the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE's 16722, a 3.4% advantage. That same 3.4% delta repeats in R20 multi-core (7263 vs 7023) and R15 multi-core (1743 vs 1685). The pattern is clear: the Intel chip holds a steady, modest lead in multi-threaded workloads.

Single-core results tell a similar story. The i5-13500TE posts a 2441 in Cinebench R23 single-core, while the 4700GE manages 2360, again a 3.4% gap. The R20 single-core test shows 1025 against 991, and R15 single-core shows 246 against 237, with deltas of 3.4% and 3.8% respectively. The Intel processor's advantage is consistent, but it never stretches beyond a small single-digit percentage. This is not a blowout; it is a steady, repeatable edge across the entire Cinebench suite.

The average benchmark scores reinforce the picture. The i5-13500TE sits at 5002, while the 4700GE trails at 4836, a difference of roughly 3.4%. Both CPUs occupy the 59th percentile among all processors in the database, meaning they land in the same performance tier overall. The Intel chip's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G at an identical 5002 average score and the Intel Core i3-12300HE at 4995 with a 0.1% delta. The AMD 4700GE's closest competitor is the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G at 4879, which is 0.9% ahead of it, showing the 4700GE is slightly below its own PRO sibling in the measured averages.

The consistency of the 3.4% margin across nearly every test is noteworthy. It suggests the performance difference is structural, not workload-specific. Whether the load is single-threaded or multi-threaded, the Intel part maintains its edge. The only exception is the R15 single-core test, where the delta widens slightly to 3.8%. Even there, the gap remains small. The data does not support any scenario where the AMD chip overtakes the Intel part in these benchmarks.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-13500TE wins every recorded benchmark in this comparison. There is no test in the database where the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE takes the lead. That makes the use-case split straightforward: the Intel processor is the stronger pick for any workload measured by Cinebench, including both single-threaded responsiveness and multi-threaded rendering tasks. The 3.4% multi-core advantage matters for sustained rendering jobs, while the 3.4% to 3.8% single-core edge helps with everyday application response and lightly threaded tasks.

The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE does not win any benchmark in this dataset, but it remains a competitive option. Its scores trail by a narrow margin, and its 59th percentile ranking matches the Intel chip. For users who already own an AM4 platform, the 4700GE's performance is close enough that upgrading to the Intel part would deliver only a small measured gain. The data shows the Intel chip ahead, but not by a margin that would force a platform switch if the AMD system is already in place.

The single-core results deserve attention. The i5-13500TE's 2441 in R23 single-core against the 4700GE's 2360 means the Intel chip processes lightly threaded workloads faster. This affects boot times, web browsing, office applications, and any software that relies on one or two threads. The multi-core tests, where the Intel part scores 17294 against 16722, indicate that heavily threaded tasks such as video encoding or 3D rendering also favor the Intel chip. The AMD processor's best case is a workload where its 8 cores and 16 threads are fully utilized, but even then, the measured multi-core scores trail.

FAQ

Q: How much faster is the Intel Core i5-13500TE in multi-core workloads?

A: The Intel chip leads by 3.4% in Cinebench R23 multi-core (17294 vs 16722). The same 3.4% margin appears in R20 multi-core (7263 vs 7023) and R15 multi-core (1743 vs 1685).

Q: Which processor has the higher single-core score?

A: The Intel Core i5-13500TE wins all single-core tests. In Cinebench R23, it scores 2441 against the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE's 2360, a 3.4% advantage. The R15 single-core gap is slightly larger at 3.8% (246 vs 237).

Q: Do both processors rank equally among all CPUs?

A: Yes, both sit at the 59th percentile of all processors in the database. The Intel chip's average benchmark score is 5002, while the AMD chip's is 4836.

Q: What is the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE's closest rival in the database?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G is 0.9% ahead of the 4700GE with an average score of 4879. The Ryzen 9 3950X trails by 0.6% at 4807.

Q: Does the Intel processor ever lose a benchmark to the AMD chip?

A: No. The database records six head-to-head Cinebench comparisons, and the Intel Core i5-13500TE wins all six. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE records zero wins.

Q: How much memory bandwidth does the AMD chip support?

A: The Ryzen 7 4700GE supports dual-channel DDR4 with a measured memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Intel chip's memory bandwidth is not listed in the database.

Specification Differences

The two processors diverge significantly in core configuration. The Intel Core i5-13500TE packs 14 cores and 20 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE offers 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel chip's base clock is 1300 MHz with a boost clock of 4.50 GHz; the AMD chip starts at 3.10 GHz and boosts to 4.30 GHz. Both processors carry a 35 W TDP, but the Intel part uses the Intel Socket 1700, while the AMD part uses the AMD Socket AM4.

Memory support differs. The Intel processor accepts both DDR4 and DDR5, running in dual-channel mode. The AMD processor supports only DDR4, also dual-channel, with a listed bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Intel chip supports ECC memory, while the AMD chip does not. PCIe generations also differ: the Intel part provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, while the AMD part is limited to Gen 3.

The integrated graphics are different as well. The Intel Core i5-13500TE includes UHD Graphics 770, while the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE features Radeon Vega 8. The Intel processor has a launch MSRP of $235, while no launch MSRP is recorded for the AMD chip. The Intel part is not multiplier-unlocked, whereas the AMD part is multiplier-unlocked, allowing overclocking. The AMD chip has a transistor count of 9,800 million, and its die size is 156 mm², while the Intel chip's die size is 215 mm² with no transistor count listed.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap is substantial. The Intel Core i5-13500TE is built on Raptor Lake, specifically Raptor Lake-S, using a 10 nm process from Intel's own foundry. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE is a Zen 2 part, codenamed Renoir, fabricated on a 7 nm process by TSMC. The process node difference gives the AMD chip a smaller transistor geometry, but the Intel chip compensates with a larger core count and newer architecture generation.

Cache hierarchies differ sharply. The Intel part offers 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 provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel chip's 24 MB L3 is three times the AMD chip's 8 MB. The Intel part's die size is 215 mm², while the AMD part's die is 156 mm², even though the AMD chip has fewer cores.

The Intel processor belongs to the Core 13th Gen family with a Raptor Lake generation label, while the AMD processor is from the 4000 series with a Zen 2 (Renoir) generation label. The Intel chip was released on 2023-01-03, while the AMD chip was released on 2020-07-20. The Intel part uses the part number SRMFZ, and the AMD part uses 100-000000149. The production status for both is Active. The Intel chip's architecture is newer by roughly two and a half years, which explains its higher core count and larger cache pool.

The Verdict

The data points to the Intel Core i5-13500TE as the faster processor in every measured benchmark. It wins all six Cinebench comparisons, with a consistent 3.4% margin in both single-core and multi-core tests. Its 14 cores and 20 threads outnumber the AMD chip's 8 cores and 16 threads, and its 24 MB of L3 cache dwarfs the AMD chip's 8 MB. The Intel part also supports DDR5 memory and PCIe Gen 5, while the AMD part is limited to DDR4 and PCIe Gen 3. ECC memory support is another Intel advantage.

The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE is not a poor performer; it sits in the same 59th percentile and trails by only 3.4% on average. Its 7 nm process node is more advanced than Intel's 10 nm node, and its 156 mm² die is smaller. It is also multiplier-unlocked, giving overclocking headroom that the locked Intel chip lacks. For users on an existing AM4 platform, the 4700GE delivers close performance, and the measured gap does not justify a costly platform migration on its own.

The choice depends on platform priorities. For a new build, the Intel Core i5-13500TE offers more cores, more threads, a larger cache, newer memory support, and faster PCIe, all while maintaining a 3.4% benchmark lead. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE makes sense for those who already own an AM4 motherboard and want a 35 W chip with overclocking capability. The recorded data gives the performance crown to Intel, but the margin is slim enough that the AMD chip remains a viable alternative in the right context.