AMD Ryzen 7 7700X vs Intel Core i7-13800H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark database records 15 direct comparisons between the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X and the Intel Core i7-13800H. The results are lopsided: the AMD processor wins 14 of those tests, while the Intel chip takes only one. The overall average benchmark score for the Ryzen 7 7700X is 35,909, placing it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. The Core i7-13800H averages 34,988, sitting in the 84th percentile. That 921-point gap in average score translates to a slim overall edge for AMD.

The largest single victory for the Ryzen 7 7700X comes in the PassMark extended instructions test, where it scores 32,033 against 18,011 for the Intel part. That is a 77.9% advantage, the widest margin in the entire head-to-head set. The Ryzen also dominates in Cinebench R15 multi-core, scoring 3,113.5 versus 1,850, a 68.3% lead. PassMark random string sorting shows a 50% delta, with 49,782 versus 33,188. Data compression favors AMD by 40.5% (420,240 vs. 299,179), and data encryption shows a 39.5% gap (24,732 vs. 17,726).

Other notable wins for the Ryzen 7 7700X include PassMark multi-thread at 35,686 versus 26,545, a 34.4% lead, and PassMark integer math at 112,601 versus 92,589, a 21.6% difference. Single-threaded PassMark results give AMD 4,190 against 3,543, an 18.3% advantage. Prime number finding shows a 56.5% gap (180 vs. 115). Floating point math is closer at 3.6% (68,986 vs. 66,579), and physics is nearly even at 4.3% (2,007 vs. 1,924). Cinebench R23 multi-core is the tightest multi-threaded result, with AMD ahead by only 4% (19,088 vs. 18,358).

The Intel Core i7-13800H claims exactly one victory: Cinebench R23 single-core. It scores 2,591 versus 1,987 for AMD, a 23.3% advantage. That is the only test in the entire database where the mobile Intel chip outperforms the desktop Ryzen. In Cinebench R15 single-core, AMD still wins, 315 to 261, a 20.7% gap, which makes the R23 single-core result stand out as an anomaly in the pattern.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 7 7700X is the clear choice for multi-threaded workloads. Its 8 cores and 16 threads deliver strong results across rendering, compression, encryption, and math-heavy tasks. The Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 3,113.5 versus 1,850 shows a massive advantage in older rendering workloads. PassMark multi-thread and integer math results confirm this pattern, with AMD leading by 34.4% and 21.6% respectively. Data compression and encryption tasks, which rely heavily on parallel execution, show 40.5% and 39.5% gaps in favor of AMD.

For single-threaded performance, the picture is mixed. The Ryzen 7 7700X wins PassMark single-thread by 18.3% and Cinebench R15 single-core by 20.7%. However, the Intel Core i7-13800H wins Cinebench R23 single-core by 23.3%. This suggests that the Intel part has a specific advantage in the R23 single-threaded workload, but that advantage does not generalize across other single-threaded tests in the database.

The Ryzen 7 7700X also wins in instruction-heavy and specialized workloads. The extended instructions test shows a 77.9% lead, and prime number finding shows a 56.5% lead. Random string sorting, which tests memory access patterns and cache efficiency, gives AMD a 50% advantage. These results indicate that the Zen 4 architecture handles these specific workloads substantially better than Raptor Lake-H.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X uses the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael, built on a 5 nm process at TSMC. It has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 4.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Intel Core i7-13800H uses the Raptor Lake architecture, codenamed Raptor Lake-H, built on a 10 nm process at Intel. It has 14 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz.

Cache configurations differ substantially. The Ryzen 7 7700X has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core i7-13800H has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. Despite having more L1 and L2 per core, the Intel part trails in total L3 cache. The transistor counts also reflect the different process nodes: AMD lists 6,570 million transistors on a 71 mm² die, while Intel reports a 257 mm² die size with no transistor count listed.

Memory support is another key divider. The Ryzen 7 7700X supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a recorded bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The Intel Core i7-13800H supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but no bandwidth figure is recorded. The AMD part supports ECC memory, while the Intel part does not. PCIe lanes also differ: AMD provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU, while Intel provides Gen 5 with only 8 lanes.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Ryzen 7 7700X includes Radeon Graphics, while the Intel Core i7-13800H includes Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units. The socket types are incompatible: AMD uses Socket AM5, Intel uses BGA 1744. The market segments also diverge, with the Ryzen 7 7700X being a desktop part and the Core i7-13800H being a mobile part. The Ryzen 7 7700X has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel chip is locked.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-13800H has 14 cores and 20 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X has 8 cores and 16 threads. Despite having fewer cores, the AMD part wins 14 of 15 head-to-head benchmarks.

Q: What is the single biggest performance difference between the two?

A: The largest gap is in the PassMark extended instructions test, where the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X scores 32,033 against 18,011 for the Intel Core i7-13800H, a 77.9% advantage.

Q: Does the Intel Core i7-13800H win any benchmark?

A: Yes, it wins Cinebench R23 single-core with a score of 2,591 versus 1,987, a 23.3% margin. This is the only test in the head-to-head set where Intel comes out ahead.

Q: How do the overall average benchmark scores compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X has an average benchmark score of 35,909, placing it in the 85th percentile. The Intel Core i7-13800H averages 34,988, in the 84th percentile. The difference is 921 points.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and 83.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core i7-13800H supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but no bandwidth is recorded.

Q: Are the sockets compatible with each other?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X uses Socket AM5, while the Intel Core i7-13800H uses BGA 1744. They are incompatible with each other and target different platforms.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 7700X | Intel Core i7-13800H |

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

| Cores | 8 | 14 |

| Threads | 16 | 20 |

| Base clock | 4.50 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.40 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 105 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1744 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Raphael | Raptor Lake-H |

| Process node | 5 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die size | 71 mm² | 257 mm² |

| Transistors | 6,570 million | Not listed |

| L1 cache | 64 KB per core | 80 KB per core |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 32 MB shared | 24 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | Not listed |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 24 lanes | Gen 5, 8 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon Graphics | Iris Xe Graphics 96EU |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Unlocked multiplier | Yes | No |

| Launch MSRP | $399 | $457 |

The TDP difference is notable: the AMD part draws 105 W, while the Intel mobile part is rated at 45 W. This reflects the desktop versus mobile positioning. The die size difference is also stark, with Intel's 10 nm process producing a 257 mm² die versus AMD's 71 mm² on 5 nm.

The Verdict

The data in the database points decisively toward the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X for almost every workload. It wins 14 of 15 head-to-head comparisons, including all multi-threaded tests and most single-threaded tests. The average benchmark score of 35,909 versus 34,988 confirms the overall edge. The Ryzen 7 7700X is particularly strong in extended instructions, data compression, encryption, and random string sorting, where it leads by margins ranging from 39.5% to 77.9%.

The Intel Core i7-13800H has one clear strength: Cinebench R23 single-core performance, where it leads by 23.3%. It also offers more cores (14 vs. 8) and more threads (20 vs. 16), which could matter in workloads not covered by the benchmark set. Its support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory gives it flexibility, and its lower TDP of 45 W versus 105 W makes it suitable for mobile systems.

For desktop users seeking maximum performance in rendering, compression, encryption, and math-heavy tasks, the Ryzen 7 7700X is the data-backed choice. Its 85th percentile ranking and 14 benchmark wins make it the stronger processor in this comparison. The Intel Core i7-13800H, with its 84th percentile ranking, remains a viable option for mobile users who prioritize the single Cinebench R23 single-core win and require the higher core count. However, based on the recorded measurements, the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X is ahead in nearly every measurable way.