AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U vs Intel Pentium G4600 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark database records only one shared workload between the Intel Pentium G4600 and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U: Cinebench R15 multi-core. In that test, the AMD processor scores 658 points against the Intel part's 309 points, a delta of -53% from the AMD side, meaning the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U is more than twice as fast in this multi-threaded rendering test. This is the single largest gap observed in the available head-to-head data, and it sets the tone for the entire comparison: the AMD part dominates in anything that scales across cores and threads.

The Intel Pentium G4600 counters with other Cinebench results from the database, though not shared in the head-to-head set. Its Cinebench R20 multi-core score is 1289, while its single-core score in the same test is 181. The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U has no recorded Cinebench R20 results, so a direct comparison there is impossible. However, in Cinebench R15, the AMD part's multi-core score of 658 versus the Intel's 309 shows a clear multi-core advantage. The Intel part's Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 3070, and its single-core score is 433; again, no R23 data exists for the AMD chip, so the only apples-to-apples comparison remains the R15 multi-core result.

Looking at average benchmark scores across all recorded tests, the Intel Pentium G4600 averages 1056 points, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U averages 1041 points. The difference is small, roughly 1.4%, but it favors the Intel part. This is notable because the AMD chip wins the only direct head-to-head test by a wide margin, yet its overall average is slightly lower. The explanation lies in the benchmark mix: the Intel part has five recorded Cinebench scores (R15, R20, R23 multi and single), all of which are relatively consistent, while the AMD part includes Geekbench scores that may pull its average down. The AMD chip's Geekbench multi-core score is 2567, and its single-core score is 790; those numbers, when averaged with the Cinebench R15 result of 658, produce the 1041 average.

Both processors sit at the 29th percentile among all CPUs in the database, meaning they are statistically equivalent in overall standing. The nearest rivals for the Intel part include the Intel Core i7-2760QM (average score 1057, delta -0.1%), the AMD Ryzen 5 2500U (average score 1058, delta -0.2%), and the Intel Core i3-4350 (average score 1058, delta -0.2%). The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i3-4160T (average score 1043, delta -0.2%), the Intel Core i7-4558U (average score 1038, delta 0.3%), and the Intel Pentium Gold G5620 (average score 1045, delta -0.4%). These rival lists show that both chips hover in the same performance tier, despite the AMD part's multi-core advantage in the one shared test.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U wins decisively in multi-threaded workloads. Its Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 658 is more than double the Intel Pentium G4600's 309. This makes the AMD part the clear choice for rendering, video encoding, compilation, or any task that can use more than two cores. With 4 cores and 8 threads versus the Intel's 2 cores and 4 threads, the AMD chip has twice the logical processing units, and the benchmark reflects that scaling. The delta of -53% is large enough that no amount of clock speed advantage on the Intel side can close the gap in this specific test.

The Intel Pentium G4600 wins in the average benchmark score comparison. Its 1056 average edges out the AMD's 1041, a difference of about 1.4%. This suggests that in single-threaded or lightly threaded tasks, the Intel part may hold a slight edge, though no direct single-core head-to-head test exists in the database. The Intel part's base clock of 3.60 GHz is higher than the AMD's base clock of 2.30 GHz, though the AMD chip boosts to 4.00 GHz. In workloads that do not scale beyond two threads, the Intel part's higher base frequency and simpler architecture may yield competitive or better results, as suggested by its higher average benchmark score.

For single-core performance specifically, the Intel part's Cinebench R20 single-core score of 181 and R23 single-core score of 433 are the only recorded single-thread results in the database. The AMD part's Geekbench single-core score of 790 cannot be directly compared to those Cinebench numbers due to different test methodologies. However, the AMD part's lower average benchmark score relative to the Intel part hints that its single-core performance is not overwhelming, despite the 4.00 GHz boost clock.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U also wins on efficiency, with a TDP of 15 watts versus the Intel's 51 watts. This is a massive difference in power draw, making the AMD part far better suited for thin-and-light laptops or fanless designs. The Intel part, being a desktop chip, can afford higher power consumption. The database records the AMD part as a mobile processor, confirming its intended use case.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The Intel Pentium G4600 uses the Kaby Lake architecture, built on a 14 nm process at Intel's own foundry. It has 2 cores and 4 threads, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and no boost clock, meaning it runs at a fixed frequency. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U uses the Zen+ architecture, codenamed Picasso, built on a 12 nm process at GlobalFoundries. It has 4 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz.

Cache configurations differ substantially. The Intel part has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 cache per core, and 3 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part has 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD chip's larger per-core caches and bigger L3 pool give it an advantage in data-heavy workloads, though the Intel part's smaller cache footprint is partially offset by its higher base clock.

The AMD part's transistor count is recorded as 4,940 million, with a die size of 210 mm². The Intel part's transistor count and die size are not recorded in the database. The AMD chip integrates Radeon Vega 10 graphics, while the Intel part uses Intel HD 630. Both support DDR4 memory in dual-channel configuration, but the Intel part has a recorded memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s, while the AMD part's memory bandwidth is not recorded.

The sockets differ completely: the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1151, a desktop socket, while the AMD part uses AMD Socket FP5, a mobile socket. This means the two are not interchangeable in any system. The Intel part has PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the AMD part has PCIe Gen 3 without a lane count specified. Neither supports ECC memory, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The release dates are separated by roughly two years: the Intel part launched in January 2017, and the AMD part in April 2019. Both are marked as active production parts. The Intel part's part number is SR35F, and the AMD part's is YM370BC4T4MFG.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Pentium G4600 has 2 cores and 4 threads. The AMD part has double the core count and double the thread count.

Q: What is the single head-to-head benchmark result?

A: The only shared benchmark is Cinebench R15 multi-core, where the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U scores 658 versus the Intel Pentium G4600's 309, a delta of -53% favoring the AMD part.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The Intel Pentium G4600 averages 1056 points across its recorded benchmarks, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U averages 1041 points. The Intel part is slightly ahead by about 1.4%.

Q: Which processor consumes less power?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U has a TDP of 15 watts, compared to the Intel Pentium G4600's 51 watts. The AMD part is far more power-efficient.

Q: Are these processors compatible with the same motherboard?

A: No. The Intel part uses Intel Socket 1151, while the AMD part uses AMD Socket FP5. They require completely different platforms.

Q: Which has better integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U integrates Radeon Vega 10 graphics, while the Intel Pentium G4600 integrates Intel HD 630. The database does not provide graphics benchmarks for either, so no performance comparison is possible.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear split based on workload. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U is the superior processor for multi-threaded tasks, as evidenced by its 658 Cinebench R15 multi-core score versus the Intel's 309, a 113% advantage. It also offers dramatically lower power consumption at 15 watts versus 51 watts, making it ideal for mobile systems where battery life and heat matter. If the workload is rendering, video encoding, or any parallel computation, the AMD chip wins without question.

The Intel Pentium G4600, however, holds a slight edge in average benchmark score, 1056 versus 1041. This suggests that in single-threaded or lightly threaded applications, the Intel part may perform comparably or better, despite having fewer cores. Its fixed 3.60 GHz clock, while not boosting, is high enough to keep it competitive in older software that relies on one or two threads. For a desktop user running office applications, web browsing, or legacy software, the Intel part may be the more balanced choice.

The decision ultimately depends on platform and use case. For a mobile laptop, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U is the only option between the two, given its FP5 socket and 15-watt TDP. For a desktop build, the Intel Pentium G4600 fits Socket 1151 and offers a higher base clock. The database shows both processors at the 29th percentile overall, meaning they are entry-level parts in the broader CPU landscape. The AMD part wins the only direct comparison, but the Intel part's higher average score prevents a blanket recommendation. Users who prioritize multi-core throughput and power efficiency should choose the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U. Users who prioritize single-thread consistency and have a desktop platform should consider the Intel Pentium G4600.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Pentium G4600 | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U |

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

| Cores | 2 | 4 |

| Threads | 4 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 3.60 GHz | 2.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | None | 4.00 GHz |

| TDP | 51 W | 15 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1151 | AMD Socket FP5 |

| Architecture | Kaby Lake | Zen+ |

| Codename | Kaby Lake | Picasso |

| Process Node | 14 nm | 12 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | GlobalFoundries |

| Transistors | Not recorded | 4,940 million |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 210 mm² |

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

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

| L3 Cache | 3 MB (shared) | 4 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bandwidth | 38.4 GB/s | Not recorded |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 3 |

| Integrated Graphics | Intel HD 630 | Radeon Vega 10 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2017-01-02 | 2019-04-07 |

| Part Number | SR35F | YM370BC4T4MFG |

The table highlights the fundamental differences: core count, clock strategy, power envelope, and platform. The AMD part is newer, smaller, and more power-efficient, with a larger cache footprint. The Intel part is simpler, with a higher base clock and no boost behavior. Both support dual-channel DDR4, both lack ECC support, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The 51-watt TDP of the Intel part makes it a desktop-only chip, while the 15-watt TDP of the AMD part enables its mobile deployment.