AMD Ryzen 7 8700G vs AMD Ryzen Embedded 9700X Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G holds the only recorded benchmark data in this comparison. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9700X has no benchmark scores in the database, so direct numerical comparisons are not possible for this pairing. The 8700G's measurements stand alone, and its performance profile can be interpreted against its nearest rivals listed in the database.

The Ryzen 7 8700G delivers a multi-threaded 3DMark score of 7918 at 16 threads and 7917 at maximum threads, indicating strong scaling across its 8 cores and 16 threads. Its single-thread 3DMark score of 1010 is modest relative to its multi-thread results, but the 2-thread score of 1978 and 4-thread score of 3825 show linear gains as thread count increases. The 8-thread score of 6589 suggests diminishing returns beyond that point, though the maximum-thread score nearly matches the 16-thread result.

In Cinebench, the 8700G records a multicore score of 17128 in R23 and 2693 in R15. Its single-core scores are 1817 in R23 and 286 in R15. Geekbench results show 14584 multicore and 2337 single-core. These numbers place the 8700G at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 33089.

The nearest rivals in the database provide context. The Intel Core i7-13650HX matches the 8700G with an identical average score of 33089, a delta of 0%. The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX scores 33091, just 0% higher. The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D scores 33079, also 0% apart. The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H trails by 0.3% with a score of 33201. These near-identical averages indicate the 8700G sits in a tightly clustered performance tier.

PassMark tests reveal specific strengths. The 8700G scores 103107 in integer math and 63815 in floating-point math, with extended instructions at 29067. Data encryption reaches 22842, data compression hits 386811, and random string sorting scores 46025. Find prime numbers records 103, physics scores 1647, and multithread scores 31690. The single-thread PassMark score is 3928.

The 8700G's integrated Radeon 780M graphics contribute to its 3DMark results, though the database does not separate CPU-only graphics scores. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7918 and maximum-thread score of 7917 are the highest recorded metrics for this processor.

FAQ

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 8700G compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-13650HX?

A: The database shows both processors achieve an identical average benchmark score of 33089, representing a delta of 0%. They perform at parity in the aggregated measurements.

Q: Does the Ryzen Embedded 9700X have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No. The benchmark array for the 9700X is empty, and its average benchmark score is 0. It also has no nearest rivals listed.

Q: What is the Ryzen 7 8700G's percentile ranking among all CPUs?

A: The 8700G sits at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 33089.

Q: Which Ryzen 7 8700G benchmark shows the largest gap between its multi-thread and single-thread performance?

A: In 3DMark, the 16-thread score of 7918 is roughly 7.8 times the single-thread score of 1010. In Cinebench R23, the multicore score of 17128 is about 9.4 times the single-core score of 1817.

Q: Does the Ryzen Embedded 9700X support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the 9700X supports ECC memory, while the Ryzen 7 8700G does not.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference between the two processors?

A: The Ryzen 7 8700G has a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, while the Ryzen Embedded 9700X has 89.6 GB/s, a difference of 6.4 GB/s in favor of the 9700X.

The Verdict

The data supports the Ryzen 7 8700G as the only processor in this pairing with measurable performance. Its 83rd percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 33089 place it among capable desktop processors, with nearest rivals matching it within 0.3%. The Ryzen Embedded 9700X has no recorded benchmarks, so its performance cannot be assessed from the database.

The 8700G's integrated Radeon 780M graphics make it suitable for systems that require graphical output without a discrete GPU. Its 8 cores and 16 threads, combined with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, support demanding multi-threaded workloads based on the recorded Cinebench and Geekbench results.

The Ryzen Embedded 9700X, despite lacking benchmark data, offers a higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz, larger shared L3 cache of 32 MB, and support for PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes. It also supports ECC memory. These specifications indicate it is designed for embedded applications where reliability and memory integrity matter, rather than raw benchmark performance.

For users who need verified performance data, the 8700G is the only choice with recorded measurements. For those prioritizing ECC memory support, PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, and a higher boost clock, the 9700X has specification advantages that the database cannot quantify in performance terms.

Specification Differences

The Ryzen 7 8700G has a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Ryzen Embedded 9700X has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The 9700X boosts 0.40 GHz higher but has a 0.40 GHz lower base clock.

Both processors use 8 cores and 16 threads, a 65 W TDP, AMD Socket AM5, and DDR5 memory support with dual-channel memory buses. The 8700G provides 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth, while the 9700X provides 89.6 GB/s.

The 8700G does not support ECC memory; the 9700X does. The 8700G offers PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the 9700X offers PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only).

The 8700G integrates Radeon 780M graphics, while the 9700X integrates Radeon Graphics. Both have unlocked multipliers. The 8700G has a launch MSRP of $329; the 9700X has no launch MSRP recorded.

The 8700G was released on 2024-01-07, while the 9700X was released on 2025-10-06. The 8700G belongs to the 8000 series with the codename Phoenix, while the 9700X belongs to the 9000 series with the codename Granite Ridge.

Architecture Differences

The Ryzen 7 8700G uses Zen 4 architecture, while the Ryzen Embedded 9700X uses Zen 5 architecture. The 8700G's generation is listed as Ryzen 7 (Zen 4 (Phoenix)), and the 9700X's generation is Ryzen Embedded (Zen 5 (Granite Ridge)).

Both are manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC. The 8700G has 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die, while the 9700X has 8,315 million transistors on a 70.6 mm² die. The 9700X uses a substantially smaller die with fewer transistors, reflecting a different design approach within the same process node.

Cache configurations differ. The 8700G has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The 9700X has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The 9700X doubles the L3 cache and increases L1 per core by 16 KB.

Neither processor features 3D V-Cache. Both support DDR5 memory with dual-channel configurations. The 9700X adds ECC memory support, which the 8700G lacks.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 7 8700G wins in all recorded benchmark comparisons because it is the only processor with data. Its 3DMark 16-thread score of 7918 and maximum-thread score of 7917 indicate strong multi-threaded graphics-related performance. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 17128 and Geekbench multicore score of 14584 support its use in content creation and CPU-intensive applications.

The 8700G's integrated Radeon 780M graphics give it an advantage in compact systems where discrete GPUs are impractical. Its PassMark integer math score of 103107 and floating-point math score of 63815 suggest capable general computing performance.

The Ryzen Embedded 9700X wins on specification advantages that have no benchmark confirmation. Its 5.50 GHz boost clock is 0.40 GHz higher than the 8700G's. Its 32 MB shared L3 cache is double the 8700G's 16 MB. Its 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth exceeds the 8700G by 6.4 GB/s.

The 9700X supports ECC memory, which the 8700G does not, making it preferable for embedded or server-like deployments where memory error correction is required. Its PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes offers newer and more plentiful connectivity than the 8700G's PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes.

The 9700X's smaller die size of 70.6 mm² compared to 178 mm², with fewer transistors, may indicate lower manufacturing complexity, though the database provides no power or efficiency measurements to confirm this.

For desktop users who prioritize verified performance, the 8700G is the supported choice. For embedded applications requiring ECC memory, PCIe Gen 5, and a higher boost clock, the 9700X offers specification-level advantages, but its performance remains unquantified in the database.