Ryzen 7 8700G vs Core Ultra 5 235T
Ryzen 7 8700G
Core Ultra 5 235T
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 8700G
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 5 235T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 8700G | Core Ultra 5 235T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($269) | ✅ More affordable ($247) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Phoenix (2023−2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 8700G | Core Ultra 5 235T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+10%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($269) | ✅ More affordable ($247) |
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 8700G and Core Ultra 5 235T
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.
Core Ultra 5 235T
The Core Ultra 5 235T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 14 cores and 14 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 32,053 points. Launch price was $247.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 8700G packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core Ultra 5 235T offers 14 cores / 14 threads — the Core Ultra 5 235T has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen 7 8700G versus 5 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 235T — a 2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 8700G (base: 4.2 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Ryzen 7 8700G uses the Phoenix (2023−2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Core Ultra 5 235T uses Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 8700G scores 31,649 against the Core Ultra 5 235T's 32,053 — a 1.3% lead for the Core Ultra 5 235T. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,720 vs 2,760, a 1.5% lead for the Core Ultra 5 235T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 14,326 vs 12,900 (10.5% advantage for the Ryzen 7 8700G). L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 8700G vs 24 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 5 235T.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 8700G | Core Ultra 5 235T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 14 / 14+75% |
| Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz+2% | 5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.2 GHz+91% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) | 24 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core)+200% |
| Process | 4 nm | 3 nm-25% |
| Architecture | Phoenix (2023−2024) | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 31,649 | 32,053+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 18,000 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,720 | 2,760+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 14,326+11% | 12,900 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 8700G uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core Ultra 5 235T uses LGA1851 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5200 memory speed. The Ryzen 7 8700G supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 192 GB — 28.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Ryzen 7 8700G) vs 24 (Core Ultra 5 235T) — the Core Ultra 5 235T offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X670,B650,A620 (Ryzen 7 8700G) and Z890,B860 (Core Ultra 5 235T).
| Feature | Ryzen 7 8700G | Core Ultra 5 235T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA1851 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200 | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB+33% | 192 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 24+20% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 8700G has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 7 8700G supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 7 8700G) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core Ultra 5 235T). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon 780M (Ryzen 7 8700G) and Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 24EU (Core Ultra 5 235T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 8700G targets High-end Desktop APU, Core Ultra 5 235T targets Mainstream Desktop. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 8700G rivals Core i7-13700.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 8700G | Core Ultra 5 235T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon 780M | Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 24EU |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | High-end Desktop APU | Mainstream Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 8700G launched at $329 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 5 235T debuted at $247. At current prices ($269 vs $247), the Core Ultra 5 235T is $22 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 8700G delivers 117.7 pts/$ vs 129.8 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 5 235T — making the Core Ultra 5 235T the 9.8% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 8700G | Core Ultra 5 235T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329 | $247-25% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $269 | $247-8% |
| Performance per Dollar | 117.7 | 129.8+10% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2025 |
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