Ryzen 7 4700G vs Core i5-13400T
Ryzen 7 4700G
Core i5-13400T
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 4700G
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13400T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 4700G | Core i5-13400T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($235) | ✅ More affordable ($200) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 4700G | Core i5-13400T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+18%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($235) | ✅ More affordable ($200) |
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 4700G and Core i5-13400T
Ryzen 7 4700G
The Ryzen 7 4700G 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 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 20,180 points. Launch price was $299.
Core i5-13400T
The Core i5-13400T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 10 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 20,265 points. Launch price was $221.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 4700G packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i5-13400T offers 10 cores / 16 threads — the Core i5-13400T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 4700G versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-13400T — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.6 GHz vs 1.3 GHz). The Ryzen 7 4700G uses the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i5-13400T uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 4700G scores 20,180 against the Core i5-13400T's 20,265 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i5-13400T. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Ryzen 7 4700G vs 20 MB (total) on the Core i5-13400T.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 4700G | Core i5-13400T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 10 / 16+25% |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+177% | 1.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 20 MB (total)+150% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Renoir (2020−2023) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 20,180 | 20,265 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 16,094 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,364 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 11,135 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 4700G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-13400T uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 4700G versus DDR5-4800 on the Core i5-13400T — the Core i5-13400T supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-13400T supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 7 4700G) vs 20 (Core i5-13400T) — the Ryzen 7 4700G offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 4700G | Core i5-13400T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-4800+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 192 GB+50% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+20% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 7 4700G) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13400T). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon Graphics (8CU) (Ryzen 7 4700G) and Intel UHD Graphics 730 (Core i5-13400T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 4700G targets Desktop, Core i5-13400T targets Energy Efficient Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-13400T rivals Ryzen 5 7600.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 4700G | Core i5-13400T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics (8CU) | Intel UHD Graphics 730 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Desktop | Energy Efficient Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 4700G launched at $299 MSRP, while the Core i5-13400T debuted at $221. At current prices ($235 vs $200), the Core i5-13400T is $35 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 4700G delivers 85.9 pts/$ vs 101.3 pts/$ for the Core i5-13400T — making the Core i5-13400T the 16.5% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 4700G | Core i5-13400T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299 | $221-26% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $235 | $200-15% |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.9 | 101.3+18% |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2023 |
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