AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D vs Intel Core 7 150U Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no direct head-to-head benchmark results between the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D and the Intel Core 7 150U. However, it does contain a full benchmark suite for the Intel Core 7 150U, which can be compared against the Ryzen 7 7700X3D's broader profile. The Intel part shows a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 8883 and a single-core score of 1875.5. Its Geekbench multicore result is 6234, with a single-core score of 1857. In PassMark testing, the Intel chip delivers 51057 in integer math, 34405 in floating point math, and 14700 in multithreaded performance.

The Ryzen 7 7700X3D, by contrast, has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. Its average benchmark score is listed as 0, and its percentile versus all CPUs is 50. The Intel Core 7 150U sits at the 71st percentile with an average benchmark score of 17395. The absence of direct measurements for the AMD part means the database cannot produce a head-to-head comparison table. The Intel chip's nearest rivals, all AMD parts, are the Ryzen 5 4500 (17333 average score, 0.4% delta), the Ryzen 3 210 (17321, 0.4% delta), the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE (17482, -0.5% delta), and the Ryzen 5 4600G (17507, -0.6% delta). The Core 7 150U is effectively within 0.6% of all four, placing it in a tight performance cluster.

Since the Ryzen 7 7700X3D lacks recorded scores, no win margins can be stated. The data shows the Intel part's strengths in single-threaded tasks: Cinebench R23 single-core of 1875.5 and Geekbench single-core of 1857 indicate a strong per-core design. Its PassMark single-thread score of 3508 confirms this. For multithreaded work, the Intel chip's Cinebench R23 multicore of 8883 and PassMark multithread of 14700 provide reference points, but without the AMD counterpart's numbers, relative performance cannot be quantified.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D belongs to the 7000 series, uses the Raphael codename, and is built on a 5 nm process at TSMC. It houses 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. Its thermal design power is 120 W. The processor supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s and ECC memory enabled. It uses AMD Socket AM5 and provides PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU. The integrated graphics are Radeon Graphics. The cache layout includes 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and a large 96 MB shared L3 cache. The die size is 71 mm², and the transistor count is 11,270 million.

The Intel Core 7 150U uses Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-U codename. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The chip has 10 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 1.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. Its thermal design power is just 15 W, reflecting a mobile-focused design. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, but it does not support ECC memory. It uses Intel BGA 1744 socket and provides PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics are Iris Xe Graphics 96EU. Cache sizes differ: 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 12 MB shared L3. No die size or transistor count is recorded for the Intel chip.

The most significant architectural split is the L3 cache. The AMD part's 96 MB shared L3 vastly exceeds the Intel part's 12 MB. This difference, combined with the AMD chip's higher TDP and desktop socket, points to a design aimed at sustained high-performance workloads. The Intel chip's 15 W TDP and BGA socket indicate a low-power mobile processor. Process node disparity is also notable: 5 nm versus 10 nm. The AMD part uses PCIe Gen 5, while the Intel part uses Gen 4. Memory support differs, with AMD restricted to DDR5 and Intel supporting both DDR4 and DDR5.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 150U has 10 cores and 12 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has 8 cores and 16 threads. The AMD part has fewer cores but more threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds of each chip?

A: The Intel Core 7 150U boosts to 5.40 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D boosts to 4.50 GHz. The Intel chip has a higher peak frequency.

Q: How do the L3 cache sizes compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has 96 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 7 150U has 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part has eight times the L3 capacity.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D supports DDR5 only. The Intel Core 7 150U supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

Q: Which chip has ECC memory support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 7 150U does not.

Q: What is the thermal design power for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has a TDP of 120 W. The Intel Core 7 150U has a TDP of 15 W. The Intel chip is designed for far lower power consumption.

The Verdict

The data indicates two processors built for different segments. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D is a desktop part with a 120 W TDP, an AM5 socket, and 96 MB of L3 cache. It targets systems where power draw is less constrained and cache-heavy workloads benefit. The Intel Core 7 150U is a mobile part with a 15 W TDP, a BGA 1744 socket, and a 5.40 GHz boost clock. It is designed for laptops and other low-power devices.

Benchmark results exist only for the Intel chip. Its average benchmark score of 17395 places it at the 71st percentile among all CPUs, with nearest rivals all within 0.6% in either direction. The AMD chip has no recorded benchmark scores, so its performance cannot be directly assessed from the database. The Intel part's single-thread scores, particularly Cinebench R23 at 1875.5 and PassMark single-thread at 3508, suggest strong per-core performance. Its multicore scores, Cinebench R23 at 8883 and Geekbench at 6234, reflect a capable mobile processor.

For a desktop builder, the Ryzen 7 7700X3D offers more threads (16 versus 12), a larger L3 cache (96 MB versus 12 MB), higher memory bandwidth (83.2 GB/s versus unrecorded), ECC support, and PCIe Gen 5. For a laptop user, the Core 7 150U provides a much lower TDP, a higher boost clock, and support for both DDR4 and DDR5. The choice depends on the platform: desktop versus mobile. The data does not support a performance ranking between them because the AMD chip lacks recorded benchmarks.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D | Intel Core 7 150U |

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

| Cores | 8 | 10 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 4.00 GHz | 1.80 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 120 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1744 |

| Process Node | 5 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB per core | 80 KB per core |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core | 1.25 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 96 MB shared | 12 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 24 Lanes | Gen 4, 8 Lanes |

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

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2026-05-30 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | $329 | Not recorded |

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D wins on raw thread count with 16 threads against the Intel part's 12. It also holds a decisive advantage in L3 cache: 96 MB versus 12 MB, which benefits workloads that repeatedly access large datasets. The AMD chip has a higher memory bandwidth at 83.2 GB/s, while the Intel chip's bandwidth is not recorded. ECC memory support is exclusive to the AMD part. PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes versus Gen 4 with 8 lanes gives the AMD chip more expansion headroom. Its 5 nm process node is smaller than the Intel chip's 10 nm, and its 120 W TDP allows for sustained high-power operation in a desktop context.

The Intel Core 7 150U wins on boost clock: 5.40 GHz versus 4.50 GHz. It has more physical cores (10 versus 8), though fewer threads. Its 15 W TDP makes it suitable for thin-and-light laptops, a category the AMD desktop part cannot serve. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, offering flexibility for OEM designs. Its base clock is lower at 1.80 GHz, which aligns with power efficiency. The Intel part has a higher percentile ranking (71 versus 50) and a recorded average benchmark score of 17395, whereas the AMD chip has no recorded score. For single-threaded tasks, the Intel chip's recorded scores (Cinebench R23 single-core 1875.5, PassMark single-thread 3508) suggest strong performance per core. The AMD chip's unrecorded benchmarks leave its single-thread standing unknown.