Core i7-1160G7 vs Ryzen 5 3400GE
Core i7-1160G7
Ryzen 5 3400GE
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Core i7-1160G7 is positioned at rank #867 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-1160G7
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 3400GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-1160G7 | Ryzen 5 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($426) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-1160G7 | Ryzen 5 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+439%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($426) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-1160G7 and Ryzen 5 3400GE
Core i7-1160G7
The Core i7-1160G7 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 September 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1598. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,720 points. Launch price was $426.
Ryzen 5 3400GE
The Ryzen 5 3400GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 8,825 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-1160G7 and Ryzen 5 3400GE share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Core i7-1160G7 versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 3400GE — a 9.5% clock advantage for the Core i7-1160G7 (base: 1.2 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Core i7-1160G7 uses the Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) architecture (10 nm SuperFin), while the Ryzen 5 3400GE uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-1160G7 scores 8,720 against the Ryzen 5 3400GE's 8,825 — a 1.2% lead for the Ryzen 5 3400GE. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-1160G7 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3400GE.
| Feature | Core i7-1160G7 | Ryzen 5 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz+10% | 4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.2 GHz | 3.3 GHz+175% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+200% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm SuperFin-17% | 12 nm |
| Architecture | Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 8,720 | 8,825+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,758 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-1160G7 uses the FCBGA1598 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 5 3400GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-1160G7 | Ryzen 5 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1598 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR4x-4267 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-1160G7) / not specified (Ryzen 5 3400GE). The Core i7-1160G7 includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe Graphics 96EU), while the Ryzen 5 3400GE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-1160G7 targets Premium Ultrabook/Tablet. Direct competitor: Core i7-1160G7 rivals Ryzen 7 4800U.
| Feature | Core i7-1160G7 | Ryzen 5 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Iris Xe Graphics 96EU | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | Yes | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Premium Ultrabook/Tablet | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-1160G7 launched at $426 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 3400GE debuted at $149.
| Feature | Core i7-1160G7 | Ryzen 5 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $426 | $149-65% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $80 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2019 |
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