AMD Ryzen 7 4700U vs Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data splits this comparison cleanly along workload type and benchmark generation. The Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 takes the newer Cinebench R23 tests, both multi-core and single-core, while the AMD Ryzen 7 4700U dominates the older Cinebench R15 tests, again in both multi-core and single-core. That is a rare 2-2 split, and it indicates that the two processors are not simply faster or slower than one another; they excel under different measurement conditions.

The Xeon’s advantage in Cinebench R23 multi-core is substantial, at 30.7% ahead of the Ryzen. That result aligns with its server/workstation positioning, where sustained multi-threaded rendering over longer durations matters more than short bursts. The Ryzen’s wins in Cinebench R15 are also large, 11.3% in multi-core and 23.9% in single-core, suggesting that the mobile part’s higher boost clock and newer architecture shine in shorter, lighter workloads.

For single-threaded performance, the split is telling. The Ryzen leads R15 single-core by 23.9%, but the Xeon leads R23 single-core by 11.5%. This reversal likely reflects differences in how the two benchmarks scale with clock speed versus architecture efficiency. Users who rely on older software versions or shorter render tasks will see the AMD part as the faster chip. Users who run the latest Cinebench iteration will see the Intel part as superior. Neither processor is universally ahead, and the database’s average benchmark scores reflect that near parity: the Xeon averages 2789, the Ryzen 2722, a difference of only 2.4% in favor of Intel.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different eras and design philosophies. The Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 is a Haswell-EP part built on Intel’s 22 nm process, with 2,600 million transistors on a 356 mm² die. It packs 10 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 3.20 GHz. Its cache layout is per-core L1 of 64 KB, per-core L2 of 256 KB, and a shared L3 of 25 MB. It runs on Intel Socket 2011-3, supports DDR4 memory over a quad-channel bus with 68.3 GB/s of bandwidth, and has 40 PCIe Gen 3 lanes from the CPU. ECC memory is supported, which is typical for its server/workstation segment. The part is end-of-life and was released in May 2015.

The AMD Ryzen 7 4700U is a Zen 2 (Renoir) mobile chip built by TSMC on a 7 nm process, with 9,800 million transistors on a 156 mm² die. It has 8 cores and 8 threads, no simultaneous multithreading, with a base clock of 2000.00 MHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. Its cache is 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 8 MB shared L3. It uses AMD Socket FP6, supports dual-channel DDR4 with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth, and offers PCIe Gen 3 without a lane count specified. ECC is not supported. It includes integrated Radeon Graphics with 448 shader processors, which the Xeon lacks entirely. The Ryzen was released in January 2020 and remains active in production.

The architectural gap is wide. The Xeon relies on more cores, two threads per core, a larger shared L3, and a much wider memory bus. The Ryzen counters with a smaller process node, higher boost clock, newer instruction set, and integrated graphics. The Xeon’s 135 W TDP versus the Ryzen’s 15 W TDP is a major differentiator, but the benchmark data does not directly measure power efficiency; it only shows performance scores. The transistor count is interesting: the Ryzen has nearly four times as many transistors on less than half the die area, a direct result of the 7 nm versus 22 nm process difference. That density advantage does not automatically translate into higher scores in every test, as the head-to-head results demonstrate.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The four shared benchmark results provide the clearest picture of relative performance. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD Ryzen 7 4700U scores 1094.5 against the Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3’s 971, a 11.3% advantage for AMD. This is notable because the Xeon has more cores and threads, but the Ryzen’s higher boost clock and Zen 2 efficiency overcome that deficit in this older test. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the Ryzen scores 180 versus 137, a 23.9% lead. That is the largest single delta in the entire comparison, and it underscores how much faster the Ryzen is per-thread in this benchmark generation.

The picture flips in Cinebench R23. In multi-core, the Xeon scores 9642 versus the Ryzen’s 7378, a 30.7% lead for Intel. This is the largest delta in the other direction, and it suggests that R23’s heavier workload rewards the Xeon’s 10 cores and 20 threads, plus its 25 MB shared L3. In R23 single-core, the Xeon scores 1361 versus the Ryzen’s 1220.5, an 11.5% lead. Here the Xeon’s older architecture still manages to outpace the Ryzen’s higher boost clock, which is a surprising result given the R15 single-core outcome.

Looking at the broader benchmark averages, the Xeon’s avgBenchmarkScore is 2789, placing it at the 51st percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-11300H at 2792 (0.1% ahead), the Intel Core i7-5930K at 2775 (0.5% behind), the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G at 2774 (0.5% behind), and the Intel Core i5-8600K at 2807 (0.6% ahead). The Ryzen 7 4700U averages 2722, at the 50th percentile. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Xeon E5-2628L v3 at 2724 (0.1% ahead), the Intel Core i7-11390H at 2715 (0.2% behind), the Intel Xeon D-1577 at 2715 (0.2% behind), and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U at 2713 (0.3% behind). Both chips sit in a dense cluster of comparable performers, with deltas under 1% against their closest competitors. The head-to-head deltas of 11% to 30% are far larger than the differences to their nearest rivals, which means the choice between these two specific parts matters more than typical market positioning.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 has an average benchmark score of 2789, while the AMD Ryzen 7 4700U averages 2722. That is a 2.4% difference in favor of Intel.

Q: Why does the AMD Ryzen 7 4700U win Cinebench R15 but lose Cinebench R23?

A: The Ryzen wins R15 multi-core by 11.3% and R15 single-core by 23.9%, but the Xeon wins R23 multi-core by 30.7% and R23 single-core by 11.5%. The recorded data shows a complete reversal between benchmark generations, with no consistent overall winner.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 has 10 cores and 20 threads. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has 8 cores and 8 threads, with no simultaneous multithreading.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 7 4700U does not support ECC.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a boost clock of 4.10 GHz, while the Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 has a boost clock of 3.20 GHz. The Ryzen’s boost is 0.90 GHz higher.

Q: Do either of these processors have integrated graphics?

A: Only the AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has integrated graphics, specifically Radeon Graphics with 448 shader processors. The Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 has no integrated graphics.

Q: Which processor has a larger shared L3 cache?

A: The Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 has 25 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has 8 MB of shared L3 cache.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split based on workload type. For users running Cinebench R23, whether multi-core or single-core, the Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 is the faster part. Its 30.7% lead in R23 multi-core is decisive, and its 11.5% lead in R23 single-core is also meaningful. This makes the Xeon the better choice for modern rendering workloads that scale with core count and sustained throughput. Its 10 cores, 20 threads, 25 MB L3, and quad-channel memory bandwidth all contribute to that result.

For users running Cinebench R15, the AMD Ryzen 7 4700U is clearly ahead. Its 23.9% single-core and 11.3% multi-core leads in that benchmark show that its higher boost clock and Zen 2 efficiency pay off in shorter, lighter tasks. This makes the Ryzen the better choice for legacy software or workloads that do not fully utilize many cores. The Ryzen also offers integrated graphics, which the Xeon lacks, and its 15 W TDP is far lower than the Xeon’s 135 W, though the database does not quantify power efficiency in performance terms.

The average benchmark scores place both parts within 2.4% of each other, and both sit at the 50th percentile of all CPUs. Nearest rivals for each are separated by less than 1%, so neither processor stands out in its immediate competitive cluster. The head-to-head deltas are the real story: they are large, consistent, and opposite in direction. A buyer should pick the Xeon for modern multi-threaded rendering and the Ryzen for older single-threaded workloads or mobile use cases. There is no universal winner in this comparison, only a workload-dependent one.