Ryzen 7 4700GE vs Core i7-12700TE
Ryzen 7 4700GE
Core i7-12700TE
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 Ryzen 7 4700GE
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-12700TE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 4700GE | Core i7-12700TE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($200) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 4700GE | Core i7-12700TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+74%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($200) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
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 4700GE and Core i7-12700TE
Ryzen 7 4700GE
The Ryzen 7 4700GE 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 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. 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: 19,636 points. Launch price was $299.
Core i7-12700TE
The Core i7-12700TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 19,744 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 4700GE packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i7-12700TE offers 12 cores / 20 threads — the Core i7-12700TE has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen 7 4700GE versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i7-12700TE — a 6.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-12700TE (base: 3.1 GHz vs 1.4 GHz). The Ryzen 7 4700GE uses the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i7-12700TE uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 4700GE scores 19,636 against the Core i7-12700TE's 19,744 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i7-12700TE. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Ryzen 7 4700GE vs 25 MB (total) on the Core i7-12700TE.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 4700GE | Core i7-12700TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 12 / 20+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz | 4.6 GHz+7% |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz+121% | 1.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 25 MB (total)+213% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 7 nm-30% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Renoir (2020−2023) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 19,636 | 19,744 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 4700GE uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-12700TE uses LGA1700 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 4700GE | Core i7-12700TE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 4700GE launched at $299 MSRP, while the Core i7-12700TE debuted at $378. At current prices ($200 vs $350), the Ryzen 7 4700GE is $150 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 4700GE delivers 98.2 pts/$ vs 56.4 pts/$ for the Core i7-12700TE — making the Ryzen 7 4700GE the 54% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 4700GE | Core i7-12700TE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299-21% | $378 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200-43% | $350 |
| Performance per Dollar | 98.2+74% | 56.4 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2022 |
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