AMD Ryzen 7 8700F vs Intel Core 7 253PQE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F and Intel Core 7 253PQE occupy different positions in the desktop processor landscape. The database shows the Intel part holding a commanding lead across every recorded benchmark, while the AMD chip delivers a lower power envelope and a more accessible platform. This analysis walks through the head-to-head results, the specific workloads where each processor excels, and the architectural choices that separate them.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data leaves no ambiguity about the overall performance hierarchy. The Intel Core 7 253PQE wins all 17 shared benchmark comparisons. The margins vary from a modest 11.8% to a dominant 52.4%, but the direction is consistent in every single test.

The Cinebench suite shows a uniform pattern. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Intel part scores 3163 against the AMD part's 2685, a 15.1% advantage. The single-core R15 result is similar, with Intel at 446 and AMD at 378, a 15.2% gap. Cinebench R20 replicates this: multi-core 13183 versus 11191, single-core 1861 versus 1579, both at a 15.1% and 15.2% delta respectively. Cinebench R23 follows the same trend, with Intel scoring 31390 to AMD's 26646 in multi-core and 4431 to 3761 in single-core. The consistency across these three Cinebench versions indicates a stable performance difference that scales with both thread count and clock speed.

The PassMark suite reveals where the Intel processor stretches its lead furthest. The standout result is PassMark find prime numbers, where Intel scores 206 against AMD's 98, a 52.4% advantage. This is the largest delta in the entire comparison. PassMark physics shows a similar story, with Intel at 2970 versus AMD's 1553, a 47.7% gap. Floating point math also favors Intel heavily, 105279 versus 62629, a 40.5% difference.

The smaller margins are still meaningful. PassMark single thread shows Intel at 4389 versus AMD's 3872, an 11.8% lead. PassMark extended instructions has Intel at 32390 against 28474, a 12.1% gap. Data encryption shows Intel at 25515 versus 22117, a 13.3% advantage. The Intel processor also leads in data compression by 22.4%, integer math by 27.2%, multithread by 25.8%, and random string sorting by 16.2%.

The average benchmark score in the database reinforces the gap. The Intel Core 7 253PQE posts an average score of 55919, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F averages 30746, sitting in the 82nd percentile. The nearest rivals for each part confirm their respective tiers. The Intel chip trades blows with the Intel Core i9-14900HX (0.2% behind), the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 (0.6% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 (0.7% ahead). The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F sits close to the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8645HS (0.4% behind) and the Intel Core i5-13600H (0.6% ahead).

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 253PQE wins in every category measured, so the analysis focuses on the magnitude of those wins and what the benchmark patterns indicate about workload suitability.

The largest advantages for Intel appear in prime number finding, physics simulation, and floating point math. These workloads are highly parallel and benefit from both the higher core count and the higher boost clock. The 52.4% lead in prime finding suggests a substantial arithmetic throughput advantage. The 47.7% lead in physics and the 40.5% lead in floating point math point to strong raw compute capability in scientific and simulation-oriented tasks.

The Intel part also excels in integer math, leading by 27.2%, and in the multithread PassMark score, leading by 25.8%. These results indicate that heavily threaded productivity workloads, such as video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation, will see a meaningful performance benefit from the Intel processor.

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F, despite losing every benchmark, still holds relevance through its platform characteristics. It runs on the AMD Socket AM5 with a 65 watt TDP, compared to the Intel part's 125 watts on the Intel Socket 1700. The AMD chip also uses the smaller 4 nm process from TSMC, while Intel uses a 10 nm node from its own foundry. The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, enabling overclocking, while the Intel part is locked. These factors matter for system builders who prioritize power efficiency and tuning flexibility over raw benchmark scores.

The single-thread results deserve attention. The Intel part leads by 11.8% in PassMark single thread and by 15.1% to 15.2% in Cinebench single-core tests. This translates into faster response in lightly threaded applications, including many games and everyday desktop tasks. The Intel boost clock of 5.70 GHz, against the AMD part's 5.00 GHz, supports this advantage.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE has an average benchmark score of 55919, while the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F averages 30746.

Q: How large is the performance gap in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE scores 31390 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is 15.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F's 26646.

Q: Does the AMD processor win any benchmark in the comparison?

A: No. The Intel Core 7 253PQE wins all 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons.

Q: What is the difference in power consumption between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Intel Core 7 253PQE has a TDP of 125 watts.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE includes UHD Graphics 770. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has no integrated graphics.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 7 253PQE has 10 cores and 20 threads.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every core specification. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 7 253PQE offers 10 cores and 20 threads. The base clock favors AMD at 4.10 GHz against Intel's 3.50 GHz, but the boost clock favors Intel at 5.70 GHz against AMD's 5.00 GHz.

The cache hierarchy differs significantly. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The larger per-core caches and the doubled L3 pool give Intel a structural advantage in data-heavy workloads.

Memory support also diverges. The AMD processor supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a measured bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, with a higher bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel part additionally supports ECC memory, while the AMD part does not.

The PCIe configuration differs as well. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The Intel Core 7 253PQE uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel platform offers a newer generation of PCIe connectivity, though with fewer lanes.

The physical and electrical characteristics set them apart. The AMD chip uses AMD Socket AM5, has an unlocked multiplier, and carries a 65 watt TDP. The Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700, has a locked multiplier, and carries a 125 watt TDP. The launch MSRP for the AMD part is $270, while the Intel part has a launch MSRP of $409.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F belongs to the 8000 series and uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Phoenix codename. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel Core 7 253PQE is part of the Core 7 generation under the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel. The database does not list transistor count or die size for the Intel part.

The process node difference is substantial. The AMD chip's 4 nm TSMC process is denser than Intel's 10 nm node, which helps explain the AMD part's lower 65 watt TDP despite the smaller core count. The Intel part compensates with a higher 125 watt TDP and a higher boost clock of 5.70 GHz.

The integrated graphics situation marks a clear functional difference. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has no integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for any display output. The Intel Core 7 253PQE includes UHD Graphics 770, allowing basic display output without a separate graphics card.

The memory controller capabilities differ. The AMD part supports only DDR5, while the Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The Intel part also adds ECC memory support, which the AMD part lacks. The Intel chip's higher memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s against AMD's 83.2 GB/s further distinguishes the memory subsystems.

The PCIe generation differs, with the AMD part using Gen 4 and the Intel part using Gen 5. The AMD part offers more lanes at 20, while the Intel part offers 16 lanes. The Intel platform's Gen 5 support provides higher potential bandwidth per lane for compatible devices.

The Verdict

The benchmark data directs a clear split between these two processors. The Intel Core 7 253PQE is the faster processor in every measured workload, with advantages ranging from 11.8% in single-threaded PassMark to 52.4% in prime number finding. Its 10 cores, 20 threads, 5.70 GHz boost clock, and 33 MB of L3 cache combine to produce a 91st percentile average score of 55919. For workloads that stress multi-core throughput, physics simulation, floating point math, or integer math, the Intel part is the stronger choice by substantial margins.

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F offers a different set of priorities. Its 65 watt TDP is nearly half that of the Intel part's 125 watts, making it the more efficient option for power-constrained builds. The unlocked multiplier on the AMD part enables overclocking, which the Intel part does not allow. The AMD chip also uses the AMD Socket AM5 platform, which may appeal to builders with existing AM5 infrastructure. Its 82nd percentile average score of 30746 places it in a lower tier, but the 4 nm TSMC process and the 25,000 million transistor count indicate a modern, efficient design.

The choice depends on whether raw performance or platform efficiency takes priority. The data shows the Intel Core 7 253PQE winning every benchmark, often by double-digit margins. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F counters with lower power draw, an unlocked multiplier, and a more recent process node. The recorded results do not show any workload where the AMD processor outperforms the Intel processor, so the decision rests on system-level considerations rather than benchmark outcomes.