AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE vs Intel Core i9-10900E Comparison

The recorded benchmark data presents a clear, though narrow, technical picture for these two desktop processors. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE and the Intel Core i9-10900E are both active desktop parts, yet they approach performance from different architectural angles. The database shows the AMD part winning all six head-to-head Cinebench tests, with a consistent 3.9% margin across every workload. The Intel part counters with a higher core count, a higher boost clock, and a larger shared cache, but the recorded scores do not translate those specifications into a benchmark victory.

Where Each One Wins

The performance split is straightforward based on the six recorded Cinebench comparisons. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE wins every single test, both multi-core and single-core. This means the data does not support a use-case split where one processor dominates a specific type of workload. Instead, the AMD part holds a uniform 3.9% advantage in all six scenarios.

For multi-threaded tasks like video rendering, 3D model compilation, or software builds, the Ryzen 7 4700GE leads. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16722 surpasses the Intel part's 16093, a 3.9% advantage. The same pattern appears in Cinebench R20 multi-core, where the AMD chip scores 7023 against 6759 for the Intel i9-10900E. Even in the older Cinebench R15 multi-core test, the AMD part records 1685 versus 1622.

For single-threaded responsiveness, which affects everyday application feel and lightly threaded games, the AMD processor again holds the edge. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2360 beats the Intel part's 2272. The R20 single-core result shows 991 versus 954, and the R15 single-core test shows 237 versus 228. The Intel Core i9-10900E has no recorded wins in the head-to-head comparison, so there is no benchmark category in this database where it comes out ahead.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge significantly in their underlying design. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE uses the Zen 2 architecture under the Renoir codename, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i9-10900E uses the older Comet Lake architecture on Intel's 14 nm process. This process gap explains some of the efficiency differences, though the specific power figures are recorded separately.

Core counts differ. The AMD part has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel part has 10 cores and 20 threads. Despite having two fewer cores, the AMD chip wins all multi-core benchmarks, which points to higher per-core efficiency. The base clock speeds also differ, with the AMD part running at 3.10 GHz and the Intel part at 2.80 GHz. The boost clocks reverse this, with the Intel chip reaching 4.70 GHz versus 4.30 GHz for the AMD part.

Cache layouts show a clear difference. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE has 512 KB of L2 cache per core, while the Intel part has 256 KB per core. The L3 cache is dramatically different, with the AMD chip offering 8 MB and the Intel chip offering 20 MB shared. The L1 cache is identical at 64 KB per core. The Intel part compensates for its smaller per-core L2 with a much larger shared L3 pool, but the benchmark data shows this does not overcome the AMD part's other advantages.

Memory bandwidth also differs. The AMD part supports up to 51.2 GB/s, while the Intel part supports 46.9 GB/s. Both use DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus. The integrated graphics differ as well, with the AMD part featuring Radeon Vega 8 and the Intel part featuring UHD Graphics 630. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel part is locked. The AMD processor uses the AMD Socket AM4, while the Intel processor uses the Intel Socket 1200.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The six recorded comparisons all show the same 3.9% delta. This consistency is notable because it appears across different Cinebench versions and across both single-core and multi-core workloads. The largest absolute gap appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the AMD part scores 16722 against 16093, a difference of 629 points. In percentage terms this is still 3.9%, the same as every other test.

The Cinebench R20 multi-core test shows a gap of 264 points, with the AMD part scoring 7023 and the Intel part scoring 6759. The R15 multi-core test shows a 63 point gap, with 1685 versus 1622. The single-core tests show smaller absolute gaps but the same relative margin. Cinebench R23 single-core shows 2360 versus 2272, an 88 point difference. The R20 single-core test shows 991 versus 954, a 37 point difference. The R15 single-core test shows 237 versus 228, a 9 point difference.

The Intel part also has Geekbench scores recorded in the database, with 8162 for multi-core and 1575 for single-core, but the AMD part does not have corresponding Geekbench entries in this comparison. The head-to-head table only includes the six Cinebench tests, and the AMD part wins all of them. The average benchmark score for the AMD part is 4836, while the Intel part sits at 4708. The AMD part also has a higher percentile ranking among all CPUs at 59, though the Intel part matches that same 59th percentile.

The Verdict

Based strictly on the recorded data, the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE is the faster processor for both single-core and multi-core workloads in the Cinebench suite. It wins all six head-to-head tests with a uniform 3.9% margin. Users who prioritize raw rendering performance in Cinebench, or who expect similar relative performance in other multi-threaded applications, should choose the AMD part based on these numbers.

The Intel Core i9-10900E does have advantages in the specification sheet. It offers 10 cores versus 8, a 4.70 GHz boost clock versus 4.30 GHz, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache versus 8 MB. It also has a higher TDP of 65 watts versus 35 watts, which typically allows for more sustained power delivery. However, none of these specification advantages produce a win in the recorded benchmarks. The Intel part also has a locked multiplier, while the AMD part is unlocked for overclocking.

The data suggests that the AMD part achieves its wins through architectural efficiency rather than raw specifications. The 7 nm process and Zen 2 design deliver higher performance per core, which compensates for the lower core count and smaller cache. The Intel part remains a viable option for users who need the specific Comet Lake feature set, the Intel Socket 1200 platform, or the UHD Graphics 630, but the benchmark data does not show any performance advantage.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher multi-core Cinebench R23 score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE scores 16722, which is 3.9% higher than the Intel Core i9-10900E's 16093.

Q: Does the Intel processor win any of the six recorded head-to-head benchmarks?

A: No. The recorded data shows the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE winning all six Cinebench tests, including both single-core and multi-core variants.

Q: How do the core counts differ between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i9-10900E has 10 cores and 20 threads.

Q: What is the L3 cache size difference?

A: The Intel Core i9-10900E has 20 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE has 8 MB.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i9-10900E reaches 4.70 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE boosts to 4.30 GHz.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel Core i9-10900E is locked.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE | Intel Core i9-10900E |

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

| Cores | 8 | 10 |

| Threads | 16 | 20 |

| Base Clock | 3.10 GHz | 2.80 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.30 GHz | 4.70 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1200 |

| Architecture | Zen 2 | Comet Lake |

| Codename | Renoir | Comet Lake |

| Process Node | 7 nm | 14 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 156 mm² | 206 mm² |

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

| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 20 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 46.9 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 3 | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Vega 8 | UHD Graphics 630 |

| Multiplier | Unlocked | Locked |

| Part Number | 100-000000149 | SRJFD |

| Release Date | 2020-07-20 | 2020-04-29 |

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $488 |