AMD Ryzen 7 8700G vs Intel Core 5 223PTE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G is the only one of the two with recorded benchmark scores in the database. It holds a substantial performance advantage across every measured workload category. The Intel Core 5 223PTE has no benchmark entries, so all direct performance comparisons in this analysis are based on the AMD part's recorded results and the architectural data available for both processors.

The Ryzen 7 8700G shows its strength in multi-threaded productivity tasks. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 17128 places it well above typical desktop processors, and its Geekbench multicore result of 14584 confirms strong scaling across all 16 threads. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 7918 and max-thread score of 7917 are nearly identical, indicating that the processor reaches its full multi-core potential with all cores active.

Single-thread performance is also solid for the AMD part. The 3DMark single-thread score of 1010, Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1817, Geekbench single-core score of 2337, and PassMark single-thread score of 3928 all point to a well-balanced design that handles lightly threaded workloads without sacrificing responsiveness.

The Intel Core 5 223PTE occupies a different position entirely. With no benchmark scores recorded, the database shows an average benchmark score of 0 and a 50th percentile ranking versus all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G sits at the 83rd percentile. On paper, the Intel part offers a higher boost clock (5.40 GHz versus 5.10 GHz) and a larger L3 cache (24 MB versus 16 MB), but without measured results, those specifications cannot be translated into actual performance wins.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design schools. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G uses the Zen 4 architecture built on TSMC's 4 nm process node, with the Phoenix codename. It packs 25,000 million transistors into a 178 mm² die. The Intel Core 5 223PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename on Intel's 10 nm process node, with no transistor count or die size listed in the database.

Cache layouts differ significantly. The AMD part allocates 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part provides 80 KB of L1 per core and 2 MB of L2 per core, with a larger 24 MB shared L3 pool. Both processors have 8 cores and 16 threads, but the per-core cache allocations favor Intel in capacity.

Memory support separates them further. The Ryzen 7 8700G supports DDR5 only through a dual-channel interface, delivering 83.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Core 5 223PTE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel configuration, with a slightly higher listed memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel part also supports ECC memory, while the AMD part does not.

PCI Express connectivity differs in generation and lane count. 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 gives the Intel part a newer PCIe generation but fewer total lanes.

The integrated graphics units are distinct. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G uses the Radeon 780M, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE uses UHD Graphics 770. Both are desktop-class integrated solutions, but the database does not include comparative graphics benchmark results for these two iGPUs.

The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier and uses AMD Socket AM5. The Intel part has a locked multiplier and uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD chip launched on January 7, 2024, while the Intel chip launched on March 8, 2026. The Intel part is a newer release with a 45 W TDP, compared to the AMD part's 65 W TDP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: Both processors have 8 cores and 16 threads. There is no difference in core or thread count between the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G and the Intel Core 5 223PTE.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 223PTE support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 5 223PTE supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G does not support ECC memory.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a listed memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s with DDR5 support. The Intel Core 5 223PTE has a listed memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s and supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PTE has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, which is higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G's boost clock of 5.10 GHz.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 223PTE have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No, the database contains no benchmark scores for the Intel Core 5 223PTE. Its average benchmark score is listed as 0, and it has no nearest rivals recorded. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a full set of benchmark results across 3DMark, Cinebench, Geekbench, and PassMark tests.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PTE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has 16 MB of shared L3 cache.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Intel Core 5 223PTE has a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Intel part starts at a much lower base frequency but boosts slightly higher.

Thermal design power differs by 20 W. The AMD part is rated at 65 W TDP, while the Intel part is rated at 45 W TDP. The Intel processor is therefore the lower-power option on paper.

Process technology separates them by node size. The AMD processor uses a 4 nm process from TSMC. The Intel processor uses a 10 nm process from Intel. The AMD part integrates 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die, figures that are not listed for the Intel part.

The cache configurations differ in all three levels. The AMD part has 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. The Intel part has 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB shared L3.

Memory support shows a clear split. The AMD processor supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory bus and 83.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5, dual-channel memory bus, 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, and ECC memory.

PCI Express connectivity differs. The AMD processor offers Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes. The Intel processor offers Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

The integrated graphics are different models. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G uses Radeon 780M. The Intel Core 5 223PTE uses UHD Graphics 770.

Socket compatibility is not shared. The AMD part uses AMD Socket AM5. The Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD multiplier is unlocked; the Intel multiplier is locked. The AMD part has a launch MSRP of $329. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $232.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries for these two processors. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a comprehensive set of 23 recorded benchmark scores, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE has zero recorded benchmark scores. Direct numerical comparisons cannot be made from measured results.

The AMD part's recorded scores do provide context for its performance class. In Cinebench R23, it scores 17128 multicore and 1817 single-core. In Geekbench, it scores 14584 multicore and 2337 single-core. The PassMark multithread score is 31690, with a single-thread score of 3928. The 3DMark results range from 1010 in single-thread to 7918 in 16-thread tests.

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G's nearest rivals in the database are all AMD or Intel processors with similar average scores. The Intel Core i7-13650HX matches its average score of 33089 with a 0% delta. The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX scores 33091 with a 0% delta. The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D scores 33079 with a 0% delta. The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H scores 33201, putting it 0.3% ahead of the Ryzen 7 8700G. These comparisons show the AMD part performing at a level consistent with established mid-range and upper-mid-range processors.

The Intel Core 5 223PTE has no nearest rivals listed and no average score to compare. Its 50th percentile ranking versus all CPUs indicates it sits at the median of the database, but without measured scores, this ranking cannot be verified against the AMD part's 83rd percentile position.

The Verdict

The recorded data gives a one-sided picture. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a full benchmark profile with strong scores across single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. It sits at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 33089. Its performance aligns closely with processors like the Intel Core i7-13650HX and the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX, both showing 0% delta from its average score.

The Intel Core 5 223PTE has no recorded benchmark scores and no nearest rival comparisons. Its average benchmark score is 0, and its percentile ranking is 50. The database cannot confirm any performance advantage for this processor, despite its higher boost clock, larger caches, and newer release date.

For buyers prioritizing measured performance, the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G is the only option with verified results. It offers 8 cores and 16 threads, a 4 nm Zen 4 architecture, DDR5 memory support, and a Radeon 780M integrated GPU. Its 65 W TDP and unlocked multiplier make it suitable for systems where tuning and efficiency matter.

The Intel Core 5 223PTE presents a different set of characteristics. It has a lower 45 W TDP, ECC memory support, DDR4 and DDR5 compatibility, PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, and a higher boost clock. These features could appeal to specific use cases, but the absence of benchmark data means the database cannot substantiate any performance claims. The 10 nm process node and locked multiplier are notable differences, and the Intel part carries a launch MSRP of $232 compared to the AMD part's $329.

The data supports the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G for users who need verified performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications. The Intel Core 5 223PTE remains an unverified entry in the database, with specifications that suggest potential but no measured results to confirm it.