Ryzen 7 8700F vs Ryzen 7 8700G
Ryzen 7 8700F
Ryzen 7 8700G
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 8700F
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 8700G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 8700F | Ryzen 7 8700G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($257) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($269) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Phoenix (2023−2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Phoenix (2023−2024) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 8700F | Ryzen 7 8700G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+3%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($257) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($269) |
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 8700F and Ryzen 7 8700G
Ryzen 7 8700F
The Ryzen 7 8700F is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Phoenix (2023−2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.1 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 31,240 points. Launch price was $270.
Ryzen 7 8700G
The Ryzen 7 8700G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Phoenix (2023−2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 31,649 points. Launch price was $329.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 7 8700G share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 8700F versus 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen 7 8700G — a 2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 8700G (base: 4.1 GHz vs 4.2 GHz). Both are built on the Phoenix (2023−2024) architecture using a 4 nm process. In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 8700F scores 31,240 against the Ryzen 7 8700G's 31,649 — a 1.3% lead for the Ryzen 7 8700G. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 18,040 vs 18,000 (0.2% advantage for the Ryzen 7 8700F). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,649 vs 2,720, a 2.6% lead for the Ryzen 7 8700G that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 13,500 vs 14,326 (5.9% advantage for the Ryzen 7 8700G). Both processors carry 16 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 8700F | Ryzen 7 8700G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 5 GHz | 5.1 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 4.1 GHz | 4.2 GHz+2% |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| Architecture | Phoenix (2023−2024) | Phoenix (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 31,240 | 31,649+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 18,040 | 18,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,649 | 2,720+3% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 13,500 | 14,326+6% |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM5 socket with PCIe 4.0. Both support up to DDR5-5200 memory speed. Both support up to 256 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 20 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: XB650,B650,A620 (Ryzen 7 8700F) and X670,B650,A620 (Ryzen 7 8700G).
| Feature | Ryzen 7 8700F | Ryzen 7 8700G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200 | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 20 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support AMD-V virtualization. The Ryzen 7 8700G includes integrated graphics (Radeon 780M), while the Ryzen 7 8700F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 8700F targets High-performance Gaming w/ dGPU, Ryzen 7 8700G targets High-end Desktop APU. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 8700F rivals Core i7-14700F; Ryzen 7 8700G rivals Core i7-13700.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 8700F | Ryzen 7 8700G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon 780M |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V |
| Target Use | High-performance Gaming w/ dGPU | High-end Desktop APU |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 8700F launched at $270 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 8700G debuted at $329. At current prices ($257 vs $269), the Ryzen 7 8700F is $12 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 8700F delivers 121.6 pts/$ vs 117.7 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 8700G — making the Ryzen 7 8700F the 3.3% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 8700F | Ryzen 7 8700G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $270-18% | $329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $257-4% | $269 |
| Performance per Dollar | 121.6+3% | 117.7 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2024 |
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