Ryzen 7 4700G vs Ryzen 5 7545U
Ryzen 7 4700G
Ryzen 5 7545U
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 4700G
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 7545U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 4700G | Ryzen 5 7545U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($235) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Phoenix (Zen4) (2023) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 4700G | Ryzen 5 7545U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($235) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Ryzen 5 7545U
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.
Ryzen 5 7545U
The Ryzen 5 7545U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2 November 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Phoenix (Zen4) (2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP7. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 20,185 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 4700G packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 5 7545U offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 7 4700G has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 4700G versus 4.9 GHz on the Ryzen 5 7545U — a 10.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 7545U (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Ryzen 7 4700G uses the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen 5 7545U uses Phoenix (Zen4) (2023) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 4700G scores 20,180 against the Ryzen 5 7545U's 20,185 — a 0% lead for the Ryzen 5 7545U. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Ryzen 7 4700G vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 7545U.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 4700G | Ryzen 5 7545U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.9 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+12% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 16 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Renoir (2020−2023) | Phoenix (Zen4) (2023) |
| PassMark | 20,180 | 20,185 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 4700G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 5 7545U uses FP7 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 4700G versus DDR5-5600 on the Ryzen 5 7545U — the Ryzen 5 7545U supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 4700G supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 7 4700G) vs 20 (Ryzen 5 7545U) — the Ryzen 7 4700G offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 4700G | Ryzen 5 7545U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FP7 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-5600+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+100% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+20% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Ryzen 5 7545U supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support AMD-V virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Radeon Graphics (8CU) (Ryzen 7 4700G) and Radeon 740M (Ryzen 5 7545U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 4700G targets Desktop, Ryzen 5 7545U targets Mobile.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 4700G | Ryzen 5 7545U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics (8CU) | Radeon 740M |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Desktop | Mobile |
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