AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X vs Intel Xeon E-2336 Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in multi-core Cinebench R23?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X scores 14,415 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, against 13,777 for the Intel Xeon E-2336. That is a 4.6% lead for the AMD part.

Q: Is the Intel Xeon E-2336 faster in single-threaded tests?

A: No. Across all three Cinebench generations recorded in the database (R15, R20, R23), the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X wins every single-core test. The margin is 4.6% in R15 and R23, and 4.7% in R20.

Q: What is the TDP difference between these two chips?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X has a 95 W TDP, while the Intel Xeon E-2336 has a 65 W TDP. The Intel part consumes less power on paper, despite having fewer cores.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X and the Intel Xeon E-2336 support ECC memory. They both use DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration.

Q: Which chip has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Xeon E-2336 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The AMD chip has an average benchmark score of 4,114, while the Intel chip has an average of 3,985. Both sit at the 57th percentile among all CPUs in the database.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X is built on the Zen architecture, specifically the Zen+ (Pinnacle Ridge) generation. It uses a 12 nm process node from GlobalFoundries, with a die size of 192 mm² and 4,800 million transistors. The Intel Xeon E-2336 belongs to the Rocket Lake-E generation, built on Intel's 14 nm process with a larger 276 mm² die size. The transistor count for the Intel part is not recorded in the database.

Core counts differ significantly. The AMD part offers 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel part provides 6 cores and 12 threads. The cache layouts also diverge. The AMD processor has 96 KB of L1 cache per core and 512 KB of L2 cache per core, with a shared 16 MB L3 cache. The Intel processor has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and a smaller 12 MB shared L3 cache.

Socket compatibility separates these platforms entirely. The AMD chip uses AMD Socket AM4, while the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1200. The Intel part also lists PCIe Gen 4 support with 20 lanes from the CPU, whereas no PCIe specification is recorded for the AMD chip. The Intel Xeon supports a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, a figure not listed for the AMD counterpart.

Clock speeds tell a different story. The AMD processor has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. The Intel processor starts lower at 2.90 GHz base but boosts much higher to 4.80 GHz. Despite the higher boost clock, the Intel part does not translate that into benchmark wins, as the recorded data shows.

The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking. The Intel Xeon E-2336 has a locked multiplier. The Intel chip is classified for the Server/Workstation market segment, while the AMD chip is listed for Desktop. The Intel part carries a launch MSRP of $284; no launch MSRP is recorded for the AMD part.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded head-to-head data shows a clean sweep for the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X across all six Cinebench tests. There are no wins for the Intel Xeon E-2336 in any recorded benchmark.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD chip scores 1,452 against 1,388 for Intel, a 4.6% advantage. The single-core R15 test shows the same margin: 204 for AMD versus 195 for Intel. These margins hold steady through the newer Cinebench versions.

Cinebench R20 multi-core results give the AMD processor 6,054 points, while the Intel Xeon manages 5,786, again a 4.6% lead. The single-core R20 test shows the AMD chip at 854 versus 816 for Intel, the largest single-core margin in the set at 4.7%.

Cinebench R23 repeats the pattern. The multi-core test records 14,415 for AMD and 13,777 for Intel, a 4.6% difference. Single-core R23 shows 2,035 for AMD and 1,945 for Intel, another 4.6% gap.

The consistency is notable. Every single benchmark, whether multi-threaded or single-threaded, lands within a 4.6% to 4.7% margin. This suggests the AMD chip's advantage is structural rather than workload-specific, likely tied to its additional two cores and two threads.

Looking at the broader database, the AMD part's average score of 4,114 places it just 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS (4,121) and 0.7% ahead of the Intel Core i5-12500TE (4,083). The Intel Xeon E-2336's average of 3,985 sits exactly level with the Intel Xeon D-2733NT (3,984) and 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G (3,977).

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X also holds a 4.6% multi-core advantage in R23 over a chip that boosts significantly higher. The Intel Xeon E-2336 reaches 4.80 GHz boost, yet it trails in every single-core test as well. The data shows that the AMD part's per-core performance, combined with its core count advantage, wins across the board.

The Verdict

The data points to the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X as the stronger performer in every recorded benchmark. It wins all six Cinebench tests with margins between 4.6% and 4.7%. For workloads that rely on multi-threaded rendering, the AMD chip's 8 cores and 16 threads deliver a clear edge over the Intel chip's 6 cores and 12 threads.

Users who prioritize single-threaded performance might expect the Intel part to win given its 4.80 GHz boost clock versus 4.10 GHz on the AMD side. The recorded numbers show otherwise. The AMD chip wins single-core tests too, meaning the Intel part's higher clock speed does not overcome the architectural efficiency of the Zen+ design in these workloads.

The Intel Xeon E-2336 does offer advantages in other dimensions. Its 65 W TDP is lower than the AMD chip's 95 W TDP, which may matter for dense server deployments or workstation builds with tight thermal budgets. The Intel part also provides PCIe Gen 4 support with 20 CPU lanes, a feature not recorded for the AMD chip. For buyers needing those specific platform capabilities, the Intel Xeon remains relevant.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X is the pick for raw compute performance. Its consistent 4.6% lead across all Cinebench versions, plus its unlocked multiplier for overclocking, makes it the stronger choice for rendering and multi-threaded applications. The Intel Xeon E-2336 suits scenarios where lower power draw and PCIe Gen 4 connectivity are priorities, accepting a performance deficit in exchange for those platform features.

Both chips sit at the 57th percentile among all CPUs in the database, indicating similar overall standing in the broader market. The AMD part edges ahead with an average score of 4,114 versus 3,985 for Intel. For users choosing between these two specific processors, the benchmark data consistently favors the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X | Intel Xeon E-2336 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 3.60 GHz | 2.90 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.10 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 95 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1200 |

| Architecture | Zen (Zen+ Pinnacle Ridge) | Rocket Lake (Rocket Lake-E) |

| Process Node | 12 nm | 14 nm |

| Foundry | GlobalFoundries | Intel |

| Die Size | 192 mm² | 276 mm² |

| Transistors | 4,800 million | Not recorded |

| L1 Cache | 96 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

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

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

| Memory Bandwidth | Not recorded | 51.2 GB/s |

| PCIe | Not recorded | Gen 4, 20 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Multiplier | Unlocked | Locked |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Server/Workstation |

| Release Date | 2018-09-18 | 2021-09-07 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $284 |

| Part Number | Not recorded | SRKN5 |