Core i7-11700T vs Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE
Core i7-11700T
Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i7-11700T
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-11700T | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($120) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Rocket Lake (2021) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-11700T | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+49%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($120) |
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 i7-11700T and Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE
Core i7-11700T
The Core i7-11700T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Rocket Lake (2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 15,393 points. Launch price was $299.
Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE
The Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 15,316 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Core i7-11700T packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i7-11700T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Core i7-11700T versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE — a 9.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-11700T (base: 1.4 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Core i7-11700T uses the Rocket Lake (2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-11700T scores 15,393 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE's 15,316 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i7-11700T. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Core i7-11700T vs 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE.
| Feature | Core i7-11700T | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+10% | 4.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.4 GHz | 3.3 GHz+136% |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total)+100% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Rocket Lake (2021) | Renoir (2020−2023) |
| PassMark | 15,393 | 15,316 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,497 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-11700T uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-11700T | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-11700T) / not specified (Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE). The Core i7-11700T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 750), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-11700T targets Low Power Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i7-11700T rivals Ryzen 7 5700G.
| Feature | Core i7-11700T | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 750 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | Yes | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Low Power Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-11700T launched at $323 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE debuted at $209. At current prices ($180 vs $120), the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE is $60 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-11700T delivers 85.5 pts/$ vs 127.6 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE the 39.5% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-11700T | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $323 | $209-35% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180 | $120-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.5 | 127.6+49% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2020 |
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