AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE vs Intel Xeon E-2386G Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE and Intel Xeon E-2386G are both 59th-percentile CPUs in the benchmark database, yet they approach performance from opposite design philosophies. The Ryzen 7 4700GE is an 8-core, 16-thread part built on a 7 nm process with a 35 W TDP, while the Xeon E-2386G is a 6-core, 12-thread server/workstation chip on Intel’s 14 nm node with a 95 W TDP. Across every Cinebench test recorded, the AMD part wins by a narrow but consistent margin, making this a comparison of efficiency versus raw clock speed.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results show a clean sweep for the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE, though the margins are remarkably tight. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD scores 16722 against the Intel’s 16592, a 0.8% advantage. The single-core R23 result follows the same pattern: 2360 for AMD versus 2342 for Intel, again a 0.8% delta. These are not the kind of blowout numbers that define generational leaps, but the consistency is notable — the Ryzen wins every single test in the head-to-head table.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the AMD leads with 7023 multi-core and 991 single-core, while the Intel posts 6968 and 983 respectively. Both deltas sit at 0.8%. The oldest test, Cinebench R15, shows the AMD ahead by 0.8% in multi-core (1685 vs 1672) and 0.9% in single-core (237 vs 235). Across all six benchmarks, the largest gap is just 0.9%, meaning these processors are effectively neck-and-neck in raw rendering throughput, despite their architectural differences.

The average benchmark scores in the nearest rivals data reinforce this picture. The Ryzen 7 4700GE averages 4836, while the Xeon E-2386G averages 4799 — a 0.8% difference that puts the AMD part slightly ahead. The AMD’s nearest rival list includes the Ryzen 7 5800HS (4827, 0.2% behind) and the Ryzen 9 3950X (4807, 0.6% behind), while the Xeon’s list shows the Ryzen 9 3950X (4807, -0.2%) and Core i5-1350P (4776, 0.5% behind). Both CPUs sit in the same performance neighborhood, trading places with the same set of competitors.

The Verdict

From the data, the AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE is the pick for anyone who wants marginally better Cinebench scores across the board. It wins all six head-to-head tests, and its average benchmark score of 4836 beats the Xeon’s 4799 by 0.8%. The AMD part also does this while being an 8-core/16-thread CPU with a 35 W TDP, compared to the Xeon’s 6 cores, 12 threads, and 95 W TDP. If your workload is heavily threaded rendering, the extra two cores and lower power draw make the 4700GE the logical choice.

The Intel Xeon E-2386G, however, is not without its own arguments. It has a higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz versus the AMD’s 4.30 GHz, and it comes with ECC memory support, which the AMD lacks. For server or workstation environments where data integrity is critical, that ECC support is a decisive feature. The Xeon also carries a launch MSRP of $450, though the AMD’s launch price is not listed. The Xeon’s 12 MB of shared L3 cache is larger than the AMD’s 8 MB, and it supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU, while the AMD is limited to PCIe Gen 3.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split here is stark. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE uses the Zen 2 architecture on TSMC’s 7 nm process, with a die size of 156 mm² and 9,800 million transistors. The Intel Xeon E-2386G uses Rocket Lake on Intel’s 14 nm node, with a die size of 276 mm² and no transistor count listed in the data. The process node difference explains the TDP gap: 35 W for AMD versus 95 W for Intel.

Cache layouts differ as well. The AMD has 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3. The Intel has 80 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. The Intel’s larger L3 could help in workloads that benefit from a bigger shared pool, but the benchmark results do not show a clear advantage in Cinebench. The AMD is built for the AM4 socket, while the Intel uses Socket 1200.

The integrated graphics also differ: the AMD packs Radeon Vega 8, while the Intel includes UHD Graphics P750. Neither is a gaming powerhouse, but the AMD’s Vega 8 is generally considered more capable for basic display output and light media tasks. The AMD has an unlocked multiplier, meaning overclocking is possible, while the Xeon is locked. The Xeon’s market segment is listed as Server/Workstation, whereas the AMD is classified as Desktop, which aligns with the Xeon’s ECC support and Intel’s 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes.

Specification Differences

The specifications diverge on nearly every major line item. The AMD has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel has 6 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks favor the Intel: 3.50 GHz versus 3.10 GHz for AMD. Boost clocks also favor Intel: 5.10 GHz versus 4.30 GHz. TDP is a major split: 35 W for AMD versus 95 W for Intel.

Process node: 7 nm (TSMC) for AMD versus 14 nm (Intel) for Intel. Die size: 156 mm² versus 276 mm². Transistors: the AMD lists 9,800 million, while the Intel has no listing. Cache: the AMD has 64 KB L1 per core and 8 MB L3, while the Intel has 80 KB L1 per core and 12 MB shared L3. Both have 512 KB L2 per core.

Memory support is DDR4 for both, dual-channel, with identical 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. ECC memory is false for AMD and true for Intel. PCIe: Gen 3 for AMD versus Gen 4 with 20 lanes for Intel. Integrated graphics: Radeon Vega 8 versus UHD Graphics P750. The AMD has an unlocked multiplier; the Intel is locked. Release dates differ: the AMD launched on 2020-07-20, while the Intel launched on 2021-09-07. The Intel has a launch MSRP of $450; the AMD has none listed.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU wins in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE scores 16722, beating the Intel Xeon E-2386G’s 16592 by 0.8%.

Q: Does the Intel Xeon E-2386G have any single-core advantage?

A: No. The AMD wins every single-core test, including R23 (2360 vs 2342) and R20 (991 vs 983), with deltas of 0.8-0.9%.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE has a 35 W TDP, while the Intel Xeon E-2386G has a 95 W TDP. The AMD achieves slightly better scores at under half the power envelope.

Q: Does the Xeon E-2386G support ECC memory?

A: Yes, ECC memory is listed as true for the Intel Xeon E-2386G. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE does not support ECC.

Q: Which CPU has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel has 6 cores and 12 threads. Despite fewer cores, the Intel’s higher boost clock (5.10 GHz vs 4.30 GHz) keeps it close in benchmarks.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Xeon E-2386G?

A: The launch MSRP is $450. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE has no launch MSRP listed in the data.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 4700GE wins in every measured benchmark, so the case for it is straightforward: it is the faster CPU in Cinebench tests across R15, R20, and R23, both single and multi-core. It achieves this with 8 cores, 16 threads, and a 35 W TDP, making it the obvious choice for power-constrained builds or compact systems where cooling and electricity are at a premium. Its unlocked multiplier also means enthusiasts can push performance further, and the Radeon Vega 8 integrated graphics provide a functional display output without a discrete GPU. The 7 nm process and 9,800 million transistors in a 156 mm² die show a modern, dense design.

The Intel Xeon E-2386G wins on features that matter outside of raw rendering. ECC memory support is a hard requirement for many server and workstation workloads where a single bit flip is unacceptable. The CPU provides 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes, doubling the bandwidth of the AMD’s Gen 3, which is critical for fast NVMe storage or high-end GPUs. The 12 MB shared L3 cache is 50% larger than the AMD’s 8 MB, and the 5.10 GHz boost clock is the highest in this comparison. The larger 276 mm² die on 14 nm indicates a different design philosophy, prioritizing clocks and platform features over efficiency. For a system that needs ECC, PCIe Gen 4, and a proven server platform, the Xeon is the only one of the two that qualifies. For everything else, the data says the AMD is slightly faster in compute, dramatically more efficient, and the better all-round desktop part.