AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X vs Intel Xeon E-2286G Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a clear split between the two processors, with the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X winning six of the eight head-to-head benchmark comparisons, while the Intel Xeon E-2286G takes two decisive wins. The AMD part dominates the Cinebench suite across all three versions tested, while the Intel part counters strongly in Geekbench.

In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X scores 1333 against the Xeon E-2286G's 1198, a delta of 11.3 percent. The single-core R15 test shows the AMD part at 188 versus 168, a slightly larger advantage of 11.9 percent. This pattern repeats in Cinebench R20, where the AMD chip scores 5555 multicore and 784 single-core, compared to the Intel chip's 4993 and 704, both deltas landing at 11.3 and 11.4 percent respectively. Cinebench R23 continues the trend: the Ryzen scores 13227 multicore and 1867 single-core, while the Xeon scores 11889 and 1678, with an 11.3 percent delta in both cases.

The Intel Xeon E-2286G responds in Geekbench with substantial margins. In Geekbench multicore, the Intel part scores 6651 against the AMD's 5355, a delta of 19.5 percent in Intel's favor. The single-core Geekbench result is even more lopsided: 1598 for Intel versus 1076 for AMD, a 32.7 percent advantage. These are the two largest deltas in the entire head-to-head set, and they indicate that the Intel processor holds a significant lead in the workloads captured by Geekbench.

Overall, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X wins six benchmarks, while the Intel Xeon E-2286G wins two. However, the magnitude of Intel's Geekbench wins is larger on a percentage basis than any single AMD win, which suggests the Intel part is particularly strong in the specific tasks Geekbench measures. The AMD part's wins are consistent at roughly 11 percent across all Cinebench tests, showing a uniform advantage in rendering workloads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X uses the Zen architecture (Summit Ridge) from the 1000 series, built on a 14 nm process at GlobalFoundries. It packs 8 cores and 16 threads with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 3.80 GHz. The Intel Xeon E-2286G uses the Coffee Lake architecture (Coffee Lake-S WS) from the Xeon E-2200 series, also on a 14 nm process but fabricated by Intel. It offers 6 cores and 12 threads with a higher base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz.

Cache configurations differ notably. The AMD part allocates 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has 64 KB L1 per core, 256 KB L2 per core, and 12 MB shared L3. The AMD processor thus has more total cache at every level, which contributes to its Cinebench performance. The die sizes also diverge: AMD's die measures 213 mm² with 4,800 million transistors, while Intel's die is smaller at 154 mm² with no transistor count recorded in the database.

Both processors support DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and both have identical memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. Both support ECC memory, which is relevant for workstation and server use. Both run on PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The AMD part uses AMD Socket AM4, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1151. The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, whereas the Intel processor is locked. The Intel part includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics P630), while the AMD part has no integrated graphics listed.

Production status differs: the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X is listed as Active, while the Intel Xeon E-2286G is End-of-life. The release dates are also far apart, with AMD launching on 2017-06-28 and Intel on 2019-05-28. The Intel part carries a launch MSRP of $450, which can be stated once as a factual data point.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X wins in every Cinebench test, including both multicore and single-core variants across R15, R20, and R23. This indicates a consistent advantage in rendering workloads, which are typically multi-threaded but also benefit from per-core throughput in the single-core tests. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration with 16 MB of L3 cache appears well-suited to these tasks. The 11.3 percent delta in multicore tests and the slightly higher 11.9 percent delta in the R15 single-core test show that the AMD part holds an edge even when the workload scales down to one core.

The Intel Xeon E-2286G wins in Geekbench multicore and single-core. The multicore win is 19.5 percent, and the single-core win is 32.7 percent, which is the largest gap in the dataset. This suggests that the Intel part is superior for workloads that resemble Geekbench's test suite, which often includes integer and floating-point operations, memory access patterns, and cryptography. The Intel part's higher clock speeds (4.00 GHz base, 4.90 GHz boost) likely drive these wins, despite having fewer cores and threads.

For users running Cinebench-style rendering or CPU-bound creative workloads, the AMD part is the clear choice based on the data. For users whose workloads align with Geekbench's measurements, the Intel part offers a substantial performance advantage. The AMD part also has the benefit of an unlocked multiplier, which allows for overclocking, while the Intel part is locked.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more benchmark comparisons overall?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X wins six of the eight head-to-head benchmarks, while the Intel Xeon E-2286G wins two.

Q: What is the largest single benchmark advantage in the comparison?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2286G holds a 32.7 percent lead over the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X in Geekbench single-core, scoring 1598 versus 1076.

Q: How do the processors compare in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X scores 13227, which is 11.3 percent ahead of the Intel Xeon E-2286G's 11889.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X and the Intel Xeon E-2286G support ECC memory, and both use dual-channel DDR4 with 42.7 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What is the core and thread difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Xeon E-2286G has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2286G includes HD Graphics P630, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X has no integrated graphics listed in the database.

The Verdict

The data points to a straightforward conclusion: the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X is the better choice for Cinebench-style rendering workloads, while the Intel Xeon E-2286G is the better choice for Geekbench-style general compute tasks. The AMD part's six wins, all with consistent 11 percent deltas, demonstrate a reliable advantage in multi-threaded rendering. The Intel part's two wins, however, are larger in magnitude, particularly the 32.7 percent single-core Geekbench lead, which may matter more for latency-sensitive or lightly threaded applications.

The AMD processor also offers more cores (8 versus 6) and more threads (16 versus 12), along with a larger cache footprint (16 MB L3 versus 12 MB L3) and an unlocked multiplier. The Intel processor counters with significantly higher clock speeds (4.90 GHz boost versus 3.80 GHz boost) and integrated graphics. The AMD part remains Active in production, while the Intel part is End-of-life.

For users prioritizing rendering throughput, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X is the verdict from the data. For users prioritizing single-core speed as measured by Geekbench, the Intel Xeon E-2286G is the verdict. The Intel part's launch MSRP was $450, which is a single factual data point.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Intel Xeon E-2286G |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 3.40 GHz | 4.00 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 3.80 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1151 |

| Architecture | Zen (Summit Ridge) | Coffee Lake (Coffee Lake-S WS) |

| Generation | Ryzen 7 (Zen (Summit Ridge)) | Xeon E (Coffee Lake) |

| Foundry | GlobalFoundries | Intel |

| Die Size | 213 mm² | 154 mm² |

| Transistors | 4,800 million | Not recorded |

| L1 Cache | 96 KB (per core) | 64 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | 256 KB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB (shared) | 12 MB (shared) |

| Integrated Graphics | None | HD Graphics P630 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Server/Workstation |

| Production Status | Active | End-of-life |

| Release Date | 2017-06-28 | 2019-05-28 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $450 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Part Number | YD17XBBAM88AE | SRF7C |