AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700 vs Intel Xeon E-2278GE Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2278GE boosts to 4.70 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700 reaches 4.10 GHz. The Intel part also starts from a higher base clock of 3.30 GHz versus 3.20 GHz.

Q: How do the two chips compare in multi-core Cinebench R23 performance?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2278GE scores 13619 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is 4.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700's 13059. This matches the 4.3% delta seen across every benchmark in the database comparison.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Xeon E-2278GE and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700 support ECC memory. Both use DDR4 with a dual-channel memory bus, though the database lists a memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s only for the Intel part.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2278GE is built on Intel's 14 nm process, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700 uses GlobalFoundries' 12 nm process. The AMD chip integrates 4,800 million transistors on a 192 mm² die, whereas the Intel die is 180 mm².

Q: Which processor is still in production?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700 is listed as active in production. The Intel Xeon E-2278GE is end-of-life, having been released in June 2019 versus September 2018 for the AMD part.

Q: Are the processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700 has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel Xeon E-2278GE is locked. This makes the AMD chip the only one of the two that can be freely overclocked.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Xeon E-2278GE belongs to the Xeon E-2200 series and uses the Coffee Lake-S WS architecture on the Coffee Lake node. It is built on a 14 nm process at Intel's own foundry, with a die size of 180 mm². The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700, by contrast, is a 2000-series desktop part built on the Zen (Pinnacle Ridge) architecture, fabricated by GlobalFoundries on a 12 nm process. The AMD die is slightly larger at 192 mm² and packs 4,800 million transistors, a figure not listed for the Intel chip.

Cache hierarchies differ markedly. The Intel Xeon allocates 64 KB of L1 and 256 KB of L2 per core, with 16 MB of shared L3. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700 provides 96 KB of L1 and 512 KB of L2 per core, also with 16 MB of shared L3. The larger per-core L1 and L2 on the AMD part may help in latency-sensitive workloads, though the shared L3 capacity is identical.

Socket and platform requirements are completely separate. The Intel processor uses Socket 1151, while the AMD chip uses Socket AM4. Both support DDR4 memory in dual-channel configuration, and both support ECC. The Intel part lists a memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s, while no bandwidth figure is recorded for the AMD processor. PCIe details are only provided for the Intel Xeon: Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The AMD entry has no PCIe field in the database.

Integrated graphics are present only on the Intel side, with UHD Graphics P630. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700 has no integrated graphics listed. This is a meaningful platform difference for systems that need a display output without a discrete GPU. The Intel chip is classified as a Server/Workstation part, whereas the AMD is a Desktop part. The Intel Xeon is end-of-life; the AMD Ryzen remains active.

The Intel Xeon E-2278GE was released in June 2019 with a launch MSRP of $519. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700 was released in September 2018 and has no launch MSRP recorded. The Intel part number is SRGDY; the AMD part number is YD2700BBM88AF.

The Verdict

The benchmark data points to a consistent, if modest, advantage for the Intel Xeon E-2278GE. Across all six recorded Cinebench tests, the Intel part wins by exactly 4.3%. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel chip scores 13619 versus 13059 for the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700. Single-core R23 shows the same pattern: 1922 for Intel, 1843 for AMD. The results are uniform, with no test where the AMD chip closes the gap or takes the lead.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700 still holds appeal for certain users. It is the only one of the two with an unlocked multiplier, making it the choice for those who intend to overclock. It remains in active production, while the Intel Xeon is end-of-life. The AMD chip also draws less power, with a 65 W TDP versus 80 W for the Intel part. For a desktop builder who values overclocking headroom, ongoing availability, and lower TDP, the Ryzen 7 PRO 2700 is the practical pick.

For server and workstation buyers, the Intel Xeon E-2278GE offers the better out-of-the-box performance, integrated graphics, and a documented memory bandwidth figure. Its 42.7 GB/s memory bandwidth is a listed advantage, and the UHD Graphics P630 means a discrete GPU is not strictly required for basic display output. The 4.3% performance edge in every benchmark, combined with the higher base and boost clocks, makes the Intel part the stronger default choice when raw Cinebench throughput matters.

The average benchmark scores reflect the same hierarchy. The Intel Xeon E-2278GE has an average benchmark score of 3939 and sits at the 57th percentile of all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700 averages 3777 and sits at the 56th percentile. The Intel chip's nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS (3924, 0.4% ahead), while the AMD chip's closest competitor is the Intel Core i5-1245U (3775, 0.1% behind). Both processors sit in a crowded mid-pack, but the Intel part holds a slight edge in both average score and percentile.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Xeon E-2278GE | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700 |

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

| Base clock | 3.30 GHz | 3.20 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.70 GHz | 4.10 GHz |

| TDP | 80 W | 65 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1151 | AMD Socket AM4 |

| Process node | 14 nm | 12 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | GlobalFoundries |

| Die size | 180 mm² | 192 mm² |

| Transistors | Not listed | 4,800 million |

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

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

| L3 cache | 16 MB (shared) | 16 MB (shared) |

| Memory bandwidth | 42.7 GB/s | Not listed |

| Integrated graphics | UHD Graphics P630 | None |

| Market segment | Server/Workstation | Desktop |

| Production status | End-of-life | Active |

| Release date | 2019-06-10 | 2018-09-18 |

| Launch MSRP | $519 | Not listed |

| Multiplier unlocked | No | Yes |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Xeon E-2278GE wins all six recorded head-to-head benchmarks, each by the same 4.3% margin. This uniformity suggests the advantage is structural, driven by the higher 4.70 GHz boost clock and the Coffee Lake architecture, rather than workload-specific scaling.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Intel chip scores 1372 against 1316 for the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700. Single-core R15 shows 193 versus 185. Both results favor Intel by 4.3%. Moving to Cinebench R20, the Intel Xeon E-2278GE posts 5719 multi-core and 807 single-core, while the AMD processor manages 5484 and 774. The deltas remain identical at 4.3%.

The most recent benchmark generation, Cinebench R23, tells the same story. Intel scores 13619 in multi-core and 1922 in single-core; AMD scores 13059 and 1843. The 4.3% gap persists across generations of the Cinebench suite, indicating that the performance relationship between these two processors has not shifted with newer test methodologies.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700's nearest rivals in the database are all Intel parts: the Core i5-1245U (3775, 0.1% behind), Core i7-9700KF (3787, 0.3% ahead), Core i7-8086K (3800, 0.6% ahead), and Core i5-11600T (3742, 0.9% behind). The Intel Xeon E-2278GE sits near the AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS (3924, 0.4% ahead) and just above the AMD Ryzen 3 7330U (3958, 0.5% behind). Neither processor is far from its closest rivals, but the Intel Xeon's 3939 average places it slightly higher than the Ryzen 7 PRO 2700's 3777.

The 4.3% advantage in every test is the defining characteristic of this comparison. It is not a large margin, but it is perfectly consistent, which matters for buyers who rely on predictable performance. The Intel part delivers that edge while also providing integrated graphics and a listed memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. The AMD part counters with a lower 65 W TDP, an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, and active production status. The recorded data does not show any test where the AMD chip takes the lead, so the Intel Xeon E-2278GE stands as the faster processor in this pairing.