AMD Ryzen 7 9700F vs AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F wins every single recorded head-to-head test against the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G. Across all 11 comparison points, the 9700F delivers a higher score, with no workload category going to the 450G. The overall average benchmark score confirms this gap, with the 9700F recording 69996 versus 63331 for the 450G, a difference of roughly 10.5%. This is not a marginal victory; it is a systematic performance advantage across integer, floating-point, encryption, and single-threaded workloads.

The largest single win for the 9700F comes in the `passmark_find_prime_numbers` test, where it scores 183 against the 450G's 87. That is a 110.3% delta, meaning the 9700F more than doubles the 450G's output in this prime-number calculation workload. This test is highly sensitive to core efficiency and clock speed, and the 9700F's 5.50 GHz boost clock versus the 450G's 5.10 GHz boost clock is a contributing factor. The 9700F also shows a strong 47.4% lead in `passmark_physics` (2122 versus 1440), indicating a substantial advantage in simulation and physics-based calculations.

In multi-threaded performance, the 9700F scores 36470 on `passmark_multithread` versus 30422 for the 450G, a 19.9% delta. Both chips have 8 cores and 16 threads, so this gap is not due to core count but rather to higher sustained clocks and possibly a more efficient implementation. The 9700F also leads in `passmark_integer_math` by 21.1% (120788 versus 99732) and in `passmark_floating_point_math` by 22.4% (77955 versus 63683). These are significant margins that indicate the 9700F is faster at raw arithmetic operations, which form the basis of many desktop applications.

The 9700F's advantage narrows in some tests but never disappears. In `passmark_data_compression`, the 9700F scores 421988 versus 402831, a 4.8% delta. In `passmark_random_string_sorting`, the gap is 7.6% (45890 versus 42663). Even in single-threaded performance, where both chips should be strong, the 9700F leads by 8.9% (4691 versus 4309 on both `passmark_single_thread` and `passmark_singlethread`). The 9700F also wins `passmark_data_encryption` by 13.5% (21488 versus 18937) and `passmark_extended_instructions` by 19.4% (33688 versus 28223). No recorded test shows the 450G ahead, giving the 9700F a perfect 11 wins out of 11 attempts.

Where Each One Wins

Given the head-to-head results, the performance split is straightforward: the Ryzen 7 9700F wins in every measurable category. There is no workload in the database where the Ryzen AI 7 450G posts a higher score. This means that for any task that relies on CPU compute, whether it is data compression, encryption, mathematical calculations, or physics simulations, the 9700F is the faster processor.

The 9700F's strengths are most pronounced in prime-number finding (110.3% lead) and physics (47.4% lead), which are typically single-threaded or lightly threaded workloads that benefit from high clock speeds and efficient core design. Its 5.50 GHz boost clock is the highest recorded in this comparison, and the data shows that this translates into a clear edge in latency-sensitive tasks. The 450G, with its 5.10 GHz boost clock, cannot match this, and the benchmark scores reflect that shortfall.

For multi-threaded applications, the 9700F's 19.9% lead in `passmark_multithread` means it will handle rendering, video encoding, and compilation workloads faster. The 450G does not have a single benchmark win to claim, so there is no use case where the data suggests picking it over the 9700F for pure CPU performance. The 450G does include integrated graphics (Radeon 860M), which the 9700F lacks, but the CPU benchmark scores do not capture graphics performance, and no integrated graphics benchmark is recorded in the database for either chip.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share a common foundation but diverge in several key architectural details. Both use the Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm process node from TSMC, and both have 8 cores and 16 threads. However, the 9700F is part of the 9000 series with the Granite Ridge codename, while the 450G belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 series with the Gorgon Point codename. The 450G's generation is listed as "Ryzen 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c)", indicating a mix of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores, whereas the 9700F is uniformly Zen 5.

Cache configuration is a major differentiator. The 9700F has 32 MB of shared L3 cache, while the 450G has only 8 MB. Both have 80 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, but the L3 deficit on the 450G is substantial and likely contributes to its lower scores in memory-intensive workloads like data compression and sorting. The die size also differs significantly: the 9700F measures 70.6 mm², while the 450G is larger at 195 mm², which is consistent with the 450G integrating a graphics processor. The 9700F has no integrated graphics, while the 450G includes a Radeon 860M.

Memory support differs as well. The 9700F supports DDR5 only, while the 450G supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Both use a dual-channel memory bus with a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. PCIe connectivity is another point of divergence: the 9700F provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only), while the 450G provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only). This means the 9700F has more PCIe bandwidth and more lanes for expansion cards, which can matter for high-end GPUs and NVMe storage. The 9700F also has a higher base clock at 3.80 GHz versus 2.00 GHz on the 450G, and a higher boost clock at 5.50 GHz versus 5.10 GHz. Both chips have a 65 W TDP and support ECC memory, and both have an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9700F has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The 9700F has 32 MB of shared L3 cache, while the 450G has 8 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the 9700F and the 450G support ECC memory.

Q: What is the difference in multi-threaded benchmark scores?

A: The 9700F scores 36470 on `passmark_multithread`, while the 450G scores 30422, giving the 9700F a 19.9% lead.

Q: Which processor includes integrated graphics?

A: The 450G includes a Radeon 860M integrated graphics processor, while the 9700F has no integrated graphics (N/A).

Q: What is the memory bandwidth for each processor?

A: Both the 9700F and the 450G have a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, using a dual-channel memory bus.

The Verdict

Based strictly on the recorded benchmark data, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F is the superior CPU for all compute-intensive tasks. It wins every single head-to-head test, with the smallest margin being 4.8% in data compression and the largest being 110.3% in prime-number finding. The 9700F also holds a higher percentile ranking at 94 versus 93 for the 450G, and its average benchmark score of 69996 is higher than the 450G's 63331. For users who prioritize raw CPU performance, the 9700F is the clear choice.

The 450G does have one advantage that is not captured in the CPU benchmarks: it includes integrated graphics via the Radeon 860M, which the 9700F lacks. This makes the 450G a more self-contained option for a system without a discrete GPU, but the CPU compute data shows it is consistently slower. The 450G also supports LPDDR5X memory in addition to DDR5, which may be relevant for certain low-power or compact system designs. However, on the basis of the recorded performance metrics, the 9700F is the stronger processor. The 450G's only potential appeal is its integrated graphics and wider memory support, but for CPU-bound workloads, the data does not favor it.

Specification Differences

The following table lists only the specifications where the two processors differ, based on the recorded data.

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 9700F | AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G |

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

| Series | 9000 series | Not specified |

| Codename | Granite Ridge | Gorgon Point |

| Generation | Ryzen 7 (Zen 5 (Granite Ridge)) | Ryzen AI 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) |

| Base Clock | 3.80 GHz | 2.00 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.50 GHz | 5.10 GHz |

| L3 Cache | 32 MB (shared) | 8 MB |

| Die Size | 70.6 mm² | 195 mm² |

| Transistors | 8,315 million | Not specified |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 24 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 12 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | N/A | Radeon 860M |

| Release Date | 2025-09-15 | 2026-02-28 |

| Launch MSRP | $289 | Not specified |

| Part Number | 100-000001902 | 100-000001917 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 69996 | 63331 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 94 | 93 |

The 9700F uses a smaller die with a higher transistor count, indicating a denser implementation. The 450G has a larger die, which is consistent with its integrated Radeon 860M graphics. The 9700F also has a faster base and boost clock, more L3 cache, and more PCIe lanes with a newer Gen 5 interface. The 450G offers broader memory support with LPDDR5X and includes integrated graphics, but its CPU benchmark scores are lower across every recorded test.