AMD Ryzen 7 8700F vs Intel Core 5 223PQE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F and Intel Core 5 223PQE present an unusual comparison case: the AMD processor has a full suite of recorded benchmark scores, while the Intel part currently has no benchmark entries in the database. This means direct numerical comparisons are only possible in one direction. The database shows the Ryzen 7 8700F with an average benchmark score of 30,746, placing it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs tracked. The Intel Core 5 223PQE holds a 50th percentile position with an average score of zero, reflecting the absence of recorded measurements.

For the Ryzen 7 8700F, the recorded data shows strong multi-threaded performance. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 26,646, while its single-core result is 3,761. The Geekbench multi-core score reaches 13,523, with a single-core score of 2,290. The 3DMark suite shows a maximum thread score of 7,861 and a 16-thread result of 7,883, indicating that the processor scales well when all 16 threads are engaged. The 2-thread score of 1,989 and 4-thread score of 3,839 show incremental scaling across lighter workloads.

PassMark results reinforce this pattern. The multi-thread score is 30,893, while the single-thread score is 3,872. Integer math performance records 100,371, floating-point math reaches 62,629, and extended instructions score 28,474. Data encryption processes at 22,117, with data compression at 378,160. Random string sorting completes at 45,425, and prime number finding scores 98. Physics testing records 1,553.

Since the Intel Core 5 223PQE has no benchmark entries, the head-to-head comparison is limited to what the database can infer from the AMD side. The Ryzen 7 8700F sits within a tight competitive cluster based on its average score. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS averages 30,879, a delta of -0.4 percent from the 8700F. The Intel Core i5-13600H averages 30,548, a 0.6 percent delta. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T averages 30,468, a 0.9 percent delta. The Intel Core i7-13700TE averages 31,028, a -0.9 percent delta. These numbers show the 8700F landing in a narrow band where rivals are within roughly one percent in either direction.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge significantly in their underlying designs. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Phoenix codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It packs 25,000 million transistors into a 178 mm² die. The Intel Core 5 223PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename on a 10 nm process fabricated by Intel. The database records no transistor count or die size for the Intel part.

Both processors feature 8 cores and 16 threads, but their cache hierarchies differ. The AMD part provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part offers 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. This gives Intel a larger total cache footprint across all three levels.

Clock speeds also differ. The AMD processor has a base clock of 4.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel processor lists a 4.00 GHz base clock and a 5.50 GHz boost clock. The Intel part therefore reaches a higher maximum frequency, while the AMD part starts from a higher base.

The process node gap is substantial. AMD's 4 nm TSMC process is considerably smaller than Intel's 10 nm node. This affects density and power characteristics, though the database does not provide direct comparative measurements for these two specific parts. The AMD processor carries a 65 W TDP, while the Intel processor is rated at 125 W TDP.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD part supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a recorded bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, with a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. This gives Intel flexibility in memory selection and a slight bandwidth advantage on paper. ECC memory support is absent on the AMD part but present on the Intel part.

PCIe connectivity differs. The AMD processor provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The Intel processor provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. This means Intel offers a newer PCIe generation with fewer CPU lanes, while AMD offers more lanes at an older generation.

Integrated graphics are absent on the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F, listed as N/A. The Intel Core 5 223PQE includes UHD Graphics 770. This is a meaningful distinction for users who need display output without a discrete GPU.

Sockets and platforms differ completely. The AMD part uses Socket AM5, while the Intel part uses Socket 1700. The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel processor does not. Production status for both is listed as active.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded data, the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F wins in any scenario where measured performance matters, simply because it has measurements and the Intel Core 5 223PQE has none. The database shows the 8700F delivering competitive results across synthetic workloads, with its average score of 30,746 placing it above the 50th percentile mark that the Intel part currently holds.

For multi-threaded productivity work, the AMD processor shows strong results. Cinebench R23 multi-core at 26,646 and Geekbench multi-core at 13,523 indicate capability in rendering and compilation workloads. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7,883 and max-thread score of 7,861 suggest that the processor maintains performance when all threads are saturated, with minimal drop from 16 threads to maximum thread count.

Single-threaded performance is also solid. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,761 and Geekbench single-core score of 2,290 show respectable per-thread capability. The PassMark single-thread score of 3,872 confirms this pattern. The 3DMark single-thread score of 1,008 provides another reference point.

For the Intel Core 5 223PQE, the database provides no benchmark wins because no scores are recorded. Its specifications suggest potential advantages in certain areas based on architecture alone. The higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz could translate to strong single-threaded performance if the silicon delivers on that frequency. The larger L3 cache of 24 MB might benefit workloads with larger working sets. The PCIe Gen 5 support could provide bandwidth advantages for storage or GPU connectivity in systems designed for it. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 gives it a feature the AMD part lacks entirely. ECC memory support could appeal to specific reliability-focused use cases.

The TDP difference is also notable. The AMD part's 65 W rating versus the Intel part's 125 W rating suggests different power envelopes, though the database does not include direct power consumption measurements for either processor.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has an average benchmark score of 30,746, while the Intel Core 5 223PQE has an average score of 0 because no benchmark results are recorded for it.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for both processors?

A: Both the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F and the Intel Core 5 223PQE have 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Do these processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F supports DDR5 only, while the Intel Core 5 223PQE supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Does either processor include integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has no integrated graphics, listed as N/A. The Intel Core 5 223PQE includes UHD Graphics 770.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 5 223PQE uses a 10 nm process at Intel.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PQE has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, compared to the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F's boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 8700F | Intel Core 5 223PQE |

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

| Base clock | 4.10 GHz | 4.00 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.00 GHz | 5.50 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 125 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Not listed |

| Codename | Phoenix | Bartlett Lake |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 25,000 million | Not listed |

| Die size | 178 mm² | Not listed |

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

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

| L3 cache | 16 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| ECC memory | false | true |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated graphics | N/A | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Multiplier unlocked | true | false |

| Launch MSRP | $270 | $319 |

| Release date | 2024-03-31 | 2026-03-08 |

| Part number | 100-000001590 | SA4QC |

The database also records the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F's 3DMark scores across thread counts: 1,008 single-thread, 1,989 for 2 threads, 3,839 for 4 threads, 6,559 for 8 threads, 7,883 for 16 threads, and 7,861 for maximum threads. Cinebench R15 results are 378 single-core and 2,685 multi-core. Cinebench R20 results are 1,579 single-core and 11,191 multi-core. PassMark data encryption scores 22,117, extended instructions 28,474, find prime numbers 98, floating-point math 62,629, integer math 100,371, and physics 1,553. The percentile ranking for the AMD part is 82, while the Intel part sits at 50. The Intel Core 5 223PQE has no nearest rivals listed in the database, while the AMD part's closest competitors are all within a one percent average score delta.