AMD Ryzen 7 8700F vs Intel Core 7 251E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F and the Intel Core 7 251E present a stark contrast in benchmark data availability. The database contains a complete set of 25 benchmark scores for the AMD part, while the Intel Core 7 251E has no recorded benchmark scores at all. This means a direct score-by-score comparison is impossible with the current data. However, the available metrics for the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F can be analyzed in absolute terms, and the architectural specifications of both processors can be weighed against each other.

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F delivers a strong performance profile in the recorded data. In Cinebench R23, the multicore score is 26,646 points, which is a substantial result for a 65-watt processor. The single-core score of 3,761 in the same test indicates solid per-thread performance. Geekbench results show 13,523 for multicore and 2,290 for single-core, which places the chip in a competitive position for general computing workloads. The PassMark suite shows a multithread score of 30,893, with integer math at 100,371 and floating-point math at 62,629. Data compression scores reach 378,160, while data encryption hits 22,117.

The 3DMark results for the AMD chip reveal its scaling behavior across thread counts. The 2-thread score is 1,989, the 4-thread score is 3,839, the 8-thread score is 6,559, the 16-thread score is 7,883, and the max-thread score is 7,861. The jump from 8 threads to 16 threads is relatively modest, indicating that the processor's 8 cores and 16 threads reach near-saturation beyond 8 threads. The single-thread 3DMark score is 1,008.

Because the Intel Core 7 251E has no benchmark entries in the database, its average benchmark score is recorded as 0, and its percentile ranking against all CPUs is 50. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F, by contrast, sits at the 82nd percentile. The nearest rivals for the AMD chip in the database include the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS with an average score of 30,879, which is 0.4 percent lower, and the Intel Core i5-13600H with an average score of 30,548, which is 0.6 percent higher. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T scores 30,468, which is 0.9 percent higher than the 8700F, and the Intel Core i7-13700TE scores 31,028, which is 0.9 percent higher.

The average benchmark score for the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is 30,746. This places it within a tight cluster of four rival processors, all of which score between 30,468 and 31,028. The performance differences among these five chips are all within one percent, indicating that the 8700F is competitive with a broad range of mid-range and upper-mid-range processors. The data shows that the 8700F slightly trails the Core i7-13700TE and the Core Ultra 5 225T, while it slightly leads the Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS and essentially matches the Core i5-13600H.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F wins in every benchmark category where data exists, simply because it is the only processor with recorded scores. The Intel Core 7 251E has no benchmark data, so there are no recorded wins for it. However, the specification sheets reveal different areas of strength.

The AMD chip wins on single-thread and multi-thread efficiency relative to its core count. With 8 cores and 16 threads, it delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 26,646, which is a high score per core. The base clock of 4.10 GHz and boost clock of 5.00 GHz give it high frequency for a 65-watt part. PassMark single-thread performance is 3,872, which is strong for everyday responsiveness and lightly threaded applications.

The Intel Core 7 251E wins on raw core and thread counts. It has 24 cores and 32 threads, which is three times the core count and double the thread count of the AMD chip. This gives it a theoretical advantage in heavily parallel workloads such as video encoding, 3D rendering, and scientific computing, provided the software can use all available threads. The Intel chip also has a higher boost clock of 5.60 GHz, which could help in bursty single-thread scenarios, though its base clock is much lower at 2.10 GHz.

The Intel part supports ECC memory, which is a feature the AMD chip lacks. This makes the Intel Core 7 251E more suitable for workstation and server-type environments where data integrity is critical. The Intel chip also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD chip only supports DDR5. Memory bandwidth is slightly higher on the Intel side at 89.6 GB/s versus 83.2 GB/s for AMD.

The AMD chip has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking, while the Intel part is locked. The AMD chip also uses a smaller process node at 4 nm versus Intel's 10 nm, which typically indicates better power efficiency per transistor. The AMD chip has no integrated graphics, while the Intel chip includes UHD Graphics 770, giving it a win for systems without a discrete GPU.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core 7 251E have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No. The Intel Core 7 251E has an empty benchmark array, meaning no test scores are recorded for it. Its average benchmark score is listed as 0, and it has no nearest rivals listed.

Q: What is the percentile ranking of the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is ranked at the 82nd percentile against all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score is 30,746.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The closest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS, which scores 30,879, a 0.4 percent difference. The Intel Core i5-13600H scores 30,548, which is 0.6 percent higher. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T scores 30,468, 0.9 percent higher, and the Intel Core i7-13700TE scores 31,028, 0.9 percent higher.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 7 251E has 24 cores and 32 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 7 251E has a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 7 251E supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has a launch MSRP of $270. The Intel Core 7 251E has a launch MSRP of $384.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every major specification category. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 7 251E uses 24 cores and 32 threads. Base clocks are 4.10 GHz for AMD and 2.10 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are 5.00 GHz for AMD and 5.60 GHz for Intel.

The socket types differ: AMD uses Socket AM5, while Intel uses Socket 1700. The AMD chip is part of the 8000 series, while the Intel chip has no series designation. The AMD processor has a process node of 4 nm from TSMC, while the Intel processor uses a 10 nm node from Intel. The die size is 178 mm² for AMD and 257 mm² for Intel. The AMD chip has 25,000 million transistors, while the Intel chip has no transistor count listed.

Cache configurations differ significantly. The AMD chip has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

Memory support differs: AMD supports only DDR5, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both are dual-channel, but memory bandwidth is 83.2 GB/s for AMD and 89.6 GB/s for Intel. ECC memory is false for AMD and true for Intel.

PCIe support differs: AMD uses Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The AMD chip has no integrated graphics, while the Intel chip has UHD Graphics 770. The AMD chip has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel chip is locked. The release dates are March 31, 2024 for AMD and January 12, 2025 for Intel. The AMD part number is 100-000001590, and the Intel part number is SRQDUQ657.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is built on the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix codename. It is a 4 nm part fabricated by TSMC. The Intel Core 7 251E uses the Bartlett Lake codename and is fabricated on a 10 nm process by Intel. The AMD chip belongs to the Ryzen 7 generation, while the Intel chip belongs to the Core 7 generation.

The core and thread asymmetry is the most prominent architectural difference. The AMD chip uses 8 full Zen 4 cores with simultaneous multithreading, yielding 16 threads. The Intel chip uses 24 cores with 32 threads, which indicates a hybrid core design with performance cores and efficiency cores, though the database does not specify the exact core type breakdown.

Cache hierarchy differences reflect the core count disparity. The Intel chip has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches, with 80 KB and 2 MB per core respectively, versus 64 KB and 1 MB for AMD. The shared L3 cache is also larger on Intel at 36 MB versus 16 MB on AMD. This larger cache pool could benefit workloads with high data reuse.

The AMD chip uses a smaller die at 178 mm² and is fabricated at 4 nm, which suggests higher transistor density. The Intel die is 257 mm² at 10 nm. The AMD chip has no integrated graphics, while the Intel chip includes UHD Graphics 770, which is a notable architectural feature for systems that need display output without a discrete GPU.

The memory controller on the AMD chip supports DDR5 only, while the Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5, giving the Intel platform more flexibility for memory selection. The Intel chip also supports ECC memory, which is absent on the AMD chip. PCIe connectivity differs as well, with AMD offering Gen 4 across 20 lanes and Intel offering Gen 5 across 16 lanes, which provides higher per-lane bandwidth on the Intel side.

The process node difference of 4 nm versus 10 nm likely contributes to the AMD chip's ability to reach a 4.10 GHz base clock at 65 watts, while the Intel chip has a 2.10 GHz base clock at the same TDP. The boost clocks reverse the trend, with Intel reaching 5.60 GHz versus 5.00 GHz for AMD. Both processors are rated at 65 watts TDP, and both are active production parts for the desktop market segment.