Ryzen 7 2700E vs Core i3-1220P
Ryzen 7 2700E
Core i3-1220P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 Ryzen 7 2700E
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-1220P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 2700E | Core i3-1220P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($329) | ✅ More affordable ($150) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-P (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 2700E | Core i3-1220P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+117%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($329) | ✅ More affordable ($150) |
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 Ryzen 7 2700E and Core i3-1220P
Ryzen 7 2700E
The Ryzen 7 2700E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 September 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 14,657 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i3-1220P
The Core i3-1220P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 February 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-P (2022) architecture. It features 10 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 14,496 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 2700E packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i3-1220P offers 10 cores / 12 threads — the Core i3-1220P has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 2700E versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i3-1220P — a 9.5% clock advantage for the Core i3-1220P (base: 2.8 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Ryzen 7 2700E uses the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture (12 nm), while the Core i3-1220P uses Alder Lake-P (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 2700E scores 14,657 against the Core i3-1220P's 14,496 — a 1.1% lead for the Ryzen 7 2700E. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 2700E vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i3-1220P.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 2700E | Core i3-1220P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 10 / 12+25% |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4.4 GHz+10% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz+87% | 1.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total)+33% | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 12 nm | Intel 7 nm-42% |
| Architecture | Zen+ (2018−2019) | Alder Lake-P (2022) |
| PassMark | 14,657+1% | 14,496 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 10,921 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,971 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 8,056 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 2700E uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-1220P uses FCBGA1744 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 2700E | Core i3-1220P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FCBGA1744 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 7 2700E) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-1220P). The Core i3-1220P includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 64EU), while the Ryzen 7 2700E requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-1220P targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Core i3-1220P rivals Ryzen 3 5425U.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 2700E | Core i3-1220P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 64EU |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 2700E launched at $329 MSRP, while the Core i3-1220P debuted at $250. At current prices ($329 vs $150), the Core i3-1220P is $179 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 2700E delivers 44.6 pts/$ vs 96.6 pts/$ for the Core i3-1220P — making the Core i3-1220P the 73.8% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 2700E | Core i3-1220P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329 | $250-24% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $329 | $150-54% |
| Performance per Dollar | 44.6 | 96.6+117% |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2022 |
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