AMD Ryzen 7 8700F vs Intel Core 3 201TE Comparison

FAQ

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F boosts up to 5.00 GHz, whereas the Intel Core 3 201TE boosts up to 4.60 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory type?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F supports DDR5 only, while the Intel Core 3 201TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Which processor has a higher memory bandwidth?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, which is higher than the Intel Core 3 201TE's 76.8 GB/s.

Q: What are the integrated graphics options?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE includes UHD Graphics 730, while the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has no integrated graphics (N/A).

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking among all CPUs?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is in the 82nd percentile, while the Intel Core 3 201TE is in the 50th percentile.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F belongs to the 8000 series and uses the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix codename. It is built on a 4 nm process by TSMC, containing 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel Core 3 201TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process by Intel, with a die size of 163 mm². The manufacturing process difference is significant: the AMD part uses a more advanced node, which typically contributes to higher efficiency and performance density.

The core complexity differs notably. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads. Cache structures also vary. The AMD chip provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel chip provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. While the Intel part has larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations, the AMD part has a larger shared L3 pool.

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F uses the AMD Socket AM5 and supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The Intel Core 3 201TE uses Intel Socket 1700 and supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Memory support also differs: the AMD processor is limited to dual-channel DDR5, whereas the Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel configuration. The AMD part does not support ECC memory, while the Intel part does support ECC memory.

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has an unlocked multiplier, which allows overclocking. The Intel Core 3 201TE has a locked multiplier. The AMD processor has a TDP of 65 W, while the Intel processor has a TDP of 45 W. The integrated graphics situation is another key distinction: the Intel Core 3 201TE includes UHD Graphics 730, while the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has no integrated graphics at all.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries for these two processors, and the Intel Core 3 201TE has no individual benchmark scores in the database. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F, however, has a full suite of benchmark results. Its average benchmark score is 30,746, and it sits in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs.

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F's nearest rivals in the database provide context for its performance tier. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS has an average score of 30,879, which is 0.4% lower than the 8700F. The Intel Core i5-13600H has an average score of 30,548, which is 0.6% higher than the 8700F. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T has an average score of 30,468, which is 0.9% higher than the 8700F. The Intel Core i7-13700TE has an average score of 31,028, which is 0.9% lower than the 8700F. These deltas indicate that the 8700F performs within a narrow band of these mid-range and upper-mid-range parts, slightly trailing some and slightly leading others.

Looking at the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F's specific benchmark results, the multicore Cinebench R23 score is 26,646, while the single-core score is 3,761. In Geekbench, the multicore score is 13,523 and the single-core score is 2,290. The 3DMark results show a progression from 1,008 in single-thread to 7,883 in 16-thread and 7,861 in max-thread tests. PassMark results show a multithread score of 30,893 and a single-thread score of 3,872.

The data indicates that the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F delivers substantial multicore throughput relative to its single-core performance. For example, the Cinebench R23 multicore score is roughly 7.1 times the single-core score, which aligns with its 8-core, 16-thread configuration. In PassMark, the multithread score is approximately 8 times the single-thread score. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7,883 is very close to the max-thread score of 7,861, suggesting that scaling is nearly saturated at 16 threads.

Since the Intel Core 3 201TE has no recorded benchmark scores, the database provides no direct quantitative comparison. The comparison must rely on architectural specifications, which show a 4-core, 8-thread design with a lower boost clock of 4.60 GHz versus the 8-core, 16-thread design with a 5.00 GHz boost on the AMD side. The AMD part also has a higher memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s compared to 76.8 GB/s for the Intel part. The AMD processor's larger L3 cache (16 MB vs. 12 MB) and higher core count suggest a clear advantage in multithreaded workloads, though the Intel part's larger per-core L1 and L2 caches may help in latency-sensitive single-thread scenarios.

The absence of benchmarks for the Intel Core 3 201TE means its percentile ranking of 50 is not backed by measured scores in the database. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F, by contrast, has a measured percentile of 82, placing it well above the median CPU. The Intel part's 50th percentile, even without direct scores, places it at the median of the database's CPU population, which is far below the AMD part's position.

The Verdict

The data clearly points to the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F as the stronger processor for almost any workload. It has double the cores and threads, a higher boost clock, more L3 cache, and higher memory bandwidth. Its 82nd percentile ranking versus the Intel part's 50th percentile reinforces this gap. The AMD processor's 8-core, 16-thread design, combined with a 5.00 GHz boost clock, delivers a level of multithreaded performance that a 4-core, 8-thread part with a 4.60 GHz boost cannot match. In any database benchmark where both had scores, the AMD part would be expected to dominate in both multicore and most single-thread metrics.

The Intel Core 3 201TE has its own advantages that are relevant for specific use cases. It supports ECC memory, which the AMD part does not. It includes integrated UHD Graphics 730, allowing a system to run without a discrete GPU. It has a lower TDP of 45 W versus 65 W, which may appeal to power-constrained builds. It also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, offering flexibility in platform choices. The Intel part uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the AMD part uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, so the Intel platform may offer higher bandwidth per lane for compatible devices.

For a user who needs error-correcting memory or a processor with integrated graphics for a basic desktop, the Intel Core 3 201TE is the only one of the two that provides those features. For any scenario that prioritizes raw compute performance, multithreaded throughput, or higher memory bandwidth, the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is the clear choice based on the recorded specifications. The AMD part's unlocked multiplier also allows overclocking, which the locked Intel part does not permit. The data supports a straightforward conclusion: the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F offers a much higher performance tier, while the Intel Core 3 201TE offers specific platform features at a lower TDP.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 8700F | Intel Core 3 201TE |

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

| Cores | 8 | 4 |

| Threads | 16 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 4.10 GHz | 2.90 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Not specified |

| Codename | Phoenix | Bartlett Lake |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 25,000 million | Not specified |

| Die Size | 178 mm² | 163 mm² |

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

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

| L3 Cache | 16 MB (shared) | 12 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | N/A | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Launch MSRP | $270 | $134 |