AMD Ryzen 7 5700 vs AMD Ryzen 7 6800H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a clear picture: the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 wins 21 of the 23 head-to-head comparisons, with the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H taking only 2. The margins, however, vary dramatically depending on the workload.

The largest single victory for the Ryzen 7 5700 comes in Cinebench R23 single-core, where it scores 2916 against the 6800H's 1542, a staggering 89.1% advantage. This is not a small edge; it is a near doubling of performance in a test that is highly sensitive to clock speed and architectural efficiency. The same pattern appears in Cinebench R15 single-core, where the 5700 leads by 20.8% (293 versus 242.5). Multi-core Cinebench R23 also heavily favors the desktop part, with the 5700 scoring 20655 versus 13094, a 57.7% lead. These three results alone explain why the 5700's average benchmark score sits at 25517 compared to the 6800H's 25201, a modest overall gap that hides the extremes.

Geekbench results reinforce the single-thread story. The 5700 scores 1907 in single-core versus 1761 for the 6800H, an 8.3% lead. In multi-core, the gap narrows to 3.3% (9959 versus 9642). The 3DMark tests show a consistent but smaller advantage for the 5700 across all thread counts: 3.3% in single-thread, 5.2% in 4-thread, 3.6% in 8-thread, and 1.3% in max-thread. These results suggest the 5700 maintains a lead regardless of how many threads are active, but the margin shrinks as the workload scales.

The PassMark suite tells a similar story with varying intensity. The 5700 leads by 7.7% in data compression (316699 versus 293929), 10.1% in data encryption (20096 versus 18260), 9.1% in extended instructions (21945 versus 20114), and 7.2% in floating point math (51427 versus 47989). Integer math shows a 5.5% lead (90091 versus 85397), while multithread overall is 5.4% ahead (24303 versus 23060). The smallest wins for the 5700 come in prime number finding (1.8%) and single-thread PassMark (2.6%).

The 6800H's two victories are worth examining. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, it scores 2136 versus 2082, a 2.5% win. In PassMark physics, it scores 1046 versus 984, a 5.9% lead. These are isolated wins in specific tests, not part of a broader trend. The physics result is particularly interesting because it suggests the 6800H handles certain floating-point or physics simulation workloads differently, possibly due to its newer architecture. Yet these wins are too narrow and too isolated to offset the 5700's dominance elsewhere.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share a common foundation: both have 8 cores and 16 threads, both use 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and both have 16 MB of L3 cache. The similarities end there.

The Ryzen 7 5700 is built on Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename, manufactured on TSMC's 7 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, with a TDP of 65 watts. The Ryzen 7 6800H uses Zen 3+ architecture with the Rembrandt codename, manufactured on TSMC's 6 nm process. Its base clock is lower at 3.20 GHz, but its boost clock is higher at 4.70 GHz, with a TDP of 45 watts.

The process node difference is significant: 7 nm versus 6 nm. The 6800H's die size is 208 mm², while the 5700's is 180 mm². The 5700 has a transistor count of 10,700 million; the 6800H's transistor count is not recorded in the database. This suggests the 6800H packs more functionality into its larger die, likely due to the integrated graphics and newer memory controller.

Memory support represents a major generational split. The 5700 supports DDR4 with dual-channel memory and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The 6800H supports DDR5, also dual-channel, but with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth, a 50% increase in theoretical memory throughput. The 5700 supports ECC memory; the 6800H does not. PCIe connectivity also differs: the 5700 offers Gen 3 with 20 lanes, while the 6800H offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes.

The 6800H includes integrated Radeon 680M graphics; the 5700 has no integrated graphics recorded in the database. This is a crucial distinction for systems without a discrete GPU. The 5700 uses the AMD Socket AM4 and has an unlocked multiplier, while the 6800H uses AMD Socket FP7 and has a locked multiplier. The 5700 is classified as a desktop processor, while the 6800H is a mobile processor. The 5700 has a recorded launch MSRP of $179; no launch price is recorded for the 6800H.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 7 5700 is the clear winner in single-thread and lightly threaded workloads. Its 89.1% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core and 20.8% lead in Cinebench R15 single-core indicate that applications relying on fast single-core response, such as many older games, spreadsheet calculations, or web browsing, will favor this chip. The 8.3% Geekbench single-core lead and 3.3% 3DMark single-thread lead reinforce this pattern.

The 5700 also dominates in heavily threaded workloads. The 57.7% Cinebench R23 multi-core lead and 3.3% Geekbench multi-core lead suggest that rendering, video encoding, and compilation tasks will run noticeably faster on the desktop part. PassMark results show the 5700 ahead in every computational category except physics, with the largest gaps in encryption (10.1%) and extended instructions (9.1%).

The Ryzen 7 6800H wins in two specific areas. Its PassMark physics score of 1046 versus 984 (a 5.9% lead) suggests some advantage in physics simulation workloads, which may matter for certain games or scientific applications. Its Cinebench R15 multi-core win (2136 versus 2082) is narrow but real. More importantly, the 6800H offers integrated Radeon 680M graphics, making it suitable for systems that need GPU output without a discrete card. The 6800H also supports DDR5 memory with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth, which could benefit memory-bandwidth-sensitive workloads, though the benchmark data does not show a consistent advantage from this.

The 6800H's lower TDP of 45 watts versus 65 watts means it fits into thinner, lighter laptops with smaller cooling solutions. The 5700's higher TDP and desktop socket require a larger cooling solution and a full desktop platform.

The Verdict

The data directs different users to different processors. For desktop users who prioritize raw compute performance, the Ryzen 7 5700 is the stronger choice. It wins 21 of 23 benchmarks, leads by large margins in both single-core and multi-core Cinebench tests, and holds advantages in every PassMark category except physics. Its unlocked multiplier and AM4 socket make it suitable for overclocking and upgrading within an established desktop ecosystem.

For mobile users, the Ryzen 7 6800H is the only realistic option between these two, because it is a mobile processor with a 45 watt TDP and integrated graphics. Its performance is competitive in multi-threaded workloads, as shown by the Cinebench R15 multi-core win and the close 3DMark max-thread result (6532 versus 6617, a 1.3% gap). The 6800H also brings DDR5 support and PCIe Gen 4, which may matter for future-proofing a laptop build.

The 5700's 89.1% single-core Cinebench R23 lead is the defining data point. It indicates a fundamental architectural or clock advantage that no amount of mobile optimization can overcome. The 6800H's wins are narrow and isolated, while the 5700's wins range from modest to enormous.

The percentile rankings are close: the 5700 sits at the 78th percentile of all CPUs, while the 6800H sits at the 77th. This near-parity in overall standing, despite the 5700's benchmark dominance, reflects the fact that both chips are solid mid-range performers. The average benchmark scores (25517 for the 5700, 25201 for the 6800H) are within 1.3% of each other, but the distribution of wins tells a more nuanced story.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H has a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz.

Q: Does the Ryzen 7 5700 support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Ryzen 7 5700 supports ECC memory. The Ryzen 7 6800H does not.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H includes Radeon 680M integrated graphics. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 has no integrated graphics recorded in the database.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference?

A: The Ryzen 7 5700 has 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth with DDR4 support. The Ryzen 7 6800H has 76.8 GB/s memory bandwidth with DDR5 support.

Q: How large is the L3 cache on each processor?

A: Both processors have 16 MB of L3 cache. The Ryzen 7 5700's L3 cache is listed as 16 MB without a shared designation, while the Ryzen 7 6800H's L3 cache is listed as 16 MB (shared).

Q: Which processor won more head-to-head benchmarks?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 won 21 of the 23 head-to-head benchmarks. The AMD Ryzen 7 6800H won 2.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 5700 | AMD Ryzen 7 6800H |

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

| Series | 5000 series | 6000 series |

| Base Clock | 3.70 GHz | 3.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 4.70 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | AMD Socket FP7 |

| Architecture | Zen 3 | Zen 3+ |

| Codename | Cezanne | Rembrandt |

| Process Node | 7 nm | 6 nm |

| Die Size | 180 mm² | 208 mm² |

| Transistors | 10,700 million | Not recorded |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 20 Lanes | Gen 4, 20 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | None | Radeon 680M |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Launch MSRP | $179 | Not recorded |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Part Number | 100-000000743 | 100-000000545100-000000561 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 78 | 77 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 25517 | 25201 |