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  • Avg. price: ~£220
  • PassMark benchmark result: 13137
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.1 GHz

AMD Ryzen 7 4700U review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.7

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

4.7

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

3.7

Performance

18.0%

5.7

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.5

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.5

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.0

Platform

1.0%

7.9

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 3.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    4.1

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.8

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    4.9

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

  • 2.8
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.8

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    2.8

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 4700U is a high-performance 7nm mobile processor based on the Zen 2 (Renoir) architecture, featuring 8 physical cores and 8 threads with a base clock of 2.0 GHz and a boost up to 4.1 GHz. Designed for thin-and-light laptops, it integrates Radeon RX Vega 7 graphics and supports high-speed DDR4-3200 or LPDDR4-4266 memory within a versatile 15W default TDP (configurable from 10W to 25W). Its main advantages include exceptional multi-threaded efficiency for productivity tasks like programming and video editing, alongside strong integrated graphics that handle light gaming and 4K media playback with ease. However, its primary drawbacks are the lack of Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT), which limits it to only 8 total threads compared to other Ryzen 7 models, and its potential for thermal throttling in laptops with inadequate cooling solutions.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 7 4700U

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

4.7
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a technical score of 4.73 points, which is lower than that of 60.4% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

4.7

Overall score

40.0%

9.4

Price

6.1
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.1 points, which is lower than 61% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

AMD
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FP6
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U uses the FP6 CPU socket, which is older than that of 51.9% of processors and equal to that of 4.4% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

N/A
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

8
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has 8 CPU cores, which is more than 63.4% of processors and equal to 13.6% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

8
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U offers 8 CPU threads, which is more than 35.3% of processors and equal to 19% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

1
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U offers 1 threads per core, which is fewer than 69.7% of processors and equal to 30.3% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

4.1 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U reaches a boost clock of 4.1 GHz which is lower than that of 56.2% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

8 x 2.0 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a base clock of 8x2.0 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

7 nm
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U uses a 7 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 71.5% of processors and equal to that of 10.9% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

TSMC 7 nm
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U is built on the TSMC 7 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 56.7% of processors and equal to that of 9.4% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

8 MB
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has an L3 cache of 8 MB which is larger than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.8% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

4 MB
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has an L2 cache of 4 MB which is larger than that of 55.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.2% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

512 KB
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has an L1 cache of 512 KB which is larger than that of 63.6% of processors and equal to that of 9.5% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4/LPDDR4
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U supports DDR DDR4/LPDDR4, which is newer than that of 60.5% of processors and equal to that of 2.6% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

4,266 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U supports memory speeds up to 4266 MHz, which is higher than that of 61.2% of processors and equal to 2.5% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

LPDDR4-4266 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR4-4266 MHz, which is higher than that of 61.3% of processors and equal to 2% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

64 GB
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.6% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

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AMD Ryzen 7 4700U includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Radeon Vega 7
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Radeon Vega 7
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U uses the Radeon Vega 7 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 70.7% of processors and equal to that in 2.1% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

7
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has 7 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 81.3% of processors and equal to 2.4% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

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Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode)
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 56.2% of processors and equal to 9.5% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

15 W
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

15 W
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

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Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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AMD Ryzen 7 4700U vs the average processor

  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
    When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <10 nm

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.7 nm vs 12 nm
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
    What it is: The highest safe operating junction temperature before the CPU starts throttling or protecting itself.
    When it matters: When you tune cooling or monitor thermals under load.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=100 °C

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.105 °C vs 100 °C
  • 2 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
    When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 8+

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.8 vs 6
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
    When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <30 W

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Renoir vs Kaby Lake).
    What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
    When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Renoir vs Kaby Lake).Renoir vs Kaby Lake
  • 49.1% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
    What it is: The maximum theoretical memory bandwidth the processor can support.
    When it matters: When memory-heavy workloads matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >75 GB/s

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).
    What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
    When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: DDR5

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4
  • 2 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Renoir vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 12.4% smaller die size
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower die size than the average processor (156 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 60% larger L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 33.3% larger L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (512 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 49.1% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).
  • 45.4% higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (4,266 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • No multithreading support
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 4.7% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • 7.4% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,362 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 12.9% weaker multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (2,424 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 4.1% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (464 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 8 lower clock multiplier
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (20 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 70.8% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (7 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • No multithreading support
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
    What it is: Lets each physical core run more than one thread at the same time, such as with Hyper-Threading or SMT.
    When it matters: When multitasking, rendering, compiling, virtualization, or other thread-heavy work benefits from more total processing threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
    What it is: The reported operating temperature of the processor.
    When it matters: When you monitor thermals, cooling, or system stability.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <100 °C

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.105 °C vs 100 °C
  • 4.7% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
    What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
    When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 2

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.1 vs 2
  • 7.4% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,362 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,362 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,362 vs 1,471
  • 12.9% weaker multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (2,424 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
    When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4700

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (2,424 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.2,424 vs 2,783
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
    What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
    When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 7 4700U supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD Ryzen 7 4700U?

  • Exceptional multi-core performance for a thin-and-light laptop CPU, often competing with higher-wattage Intel H-series chips.
  • Integrated Radeon Vega 7 graphics offer a smooth experience for light gaming and eSports titles at 1080p.
  • High power efficiency due to the 7nm architecture, leading to solid battery life in well-optimized laptop designs.
  • Excellent value for money, providing 8 physical cores in budget-friendly laptop categories.
  • Fast video encoding and productivity performance (e.g., Handbrake, Excel) compared to Intel competitors of the same era.

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 7 4700U?

  • Lack of Simultaneous Multi-Threading (SMT), meaning it has only 8 threads, which can limit performance in specific multi-threaded workloads compared to the Ryzen 7 4800U.
  • Integrated graphics struggle with modern AAA titles, requiring significant drops in resolution and settings.
  • Performance is highly dependent on the laptop's specific thermal design and power limits (can range from 10W to 25W).
  • Occasional software/driver issues reported in specific applications compared to more established Intel ecosystems at launch.
  • Single-core performance is strong but can be outperformed by newer generation Intel chips in lightly threaded tasks.

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techspot.com
15/01/2021
HP Envy x360 Review: Ryzen 7 4700U powered 2-in-1

The HP Envy x360 (2021) is a high-value, all-metal 2-in-1, powered by an AMD Ryzen 5 4500U processor that delivers superior efficiency for daily productivity compared to Intel alternatives. The laptop features a versatile, premium design that mimics HP's more expensive Spectre line while offering excellent keyboard comfort and a cool, quiet operating experience. Key compromises...Read more

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techspot.com
16/10/2020
Acer Swift 3 Review: The Ryzen 7 4700U configuration

The TechSpot review of the Acer Swift 3 (SF314-42) highlights the laptop's exceptional value, primarily driven by the AMD Ryzen 7 4700U processor, which provides top-tier performance for a budget-friendly price. Key strengths include an incredibly lightweight 1.2kg chassis and a battery that consistently lasts over 10 hours of normal use, making it ideal for productivity on the go....Read more

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pcworld.com
30/04/2020
Ryzen 7 4700U beats Intel H-class mobile chips - PCWorld

The PCWorld review highlights the AMD Ryzen 7 4700U as a transformative 7nm, 8-core processor for thin-and-light laptops, offering massive multi-core performance that challenges Intel’s higher-power 45W H-class chips. Key advantages include 23% faster Cinebench R20 scores compared to the Intel Core i7-1065G7 and improved integrated Radeon graphics. However, the chip lacks...Read more

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nasilemaktech.com
15/09/2020
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U: How Does It Do in Everyday Life

The NasiLemakTech review positions the AMD Ryzen 7 4700U as a budget-friendly, 7nm, 8-core processor that delivers high-performance, desktop-class multitasking, and excellent power efficiency, making it ideal for daily productivity. While it offers significant value over competing Intel chips, the lack of Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT) is a noted limitation, resulting in only 8...Read more

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phoronix.com
12/05/2020
Initial AMD Ryzen 7 4700U Linux Performance Is Very Good

Michael Larabel's Phoronix review of the Ryzen 7 4700U, tested in a 15W Lenovo IdeaPad 5, shows the 8-core Zen 2 "Renoir" APU delivering impressive performance-per-watt that consistently outperformed Intel's 10th Gen Core i7-1065G7. A major advantage is its high efficiency, allowing it to compete with 45W processors while operating at much lower power, and offering solid...Read more

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techspot.com
25/10/2020
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U, Ryzen 5 4500U Review

The AMD Ryzen 7 4700U (8-core) and Ryzen 5 4500U (6-core) redefine ultraportable performance, delivering high-core counts within a 15W-25W envelope that often surpass Intel’s 10th-gen U-series chips. Key pros include 7nm efficiency, exceptional multi-threaded performance, and capable integrated Vega graphics for light gaming. However, the lack of SMT (Simultaneous Multithreading)...Read more

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pcworld.com
30/04/2020
Ryzen 7 4700U review: AMD's budget 8-core crushes Intel's 10th-gen chips

PCWorld’s review of the AMD Ryzen 7 4700U highlights a significant shift in the laptop market, where AMD's "budget" 8-core processor effectively outpaces Intel’s 10th-generation offerings in heavy workloads, outperforming the Core i7-1065G7 by roughly 23% in Cinebench R20 and 36% in HandBrake. While lacking Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT), the chip delivers 8-core, 8-thread...Read more

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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
14/10/2020
HP Envy x360 13 Convertible (Ryzen 7 4700U) Review

The HP Envy x360 13 (2020) review on Notebooks und Mobiles highlights the device as a high-performance, premium all-aluminum convertible powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 4700U, offering exceptional multi-core performance for its class. Key advantages include a vibrant 400-nit 13.3-inch IPS touchscreen, a comfortable keyboard with good travel, and impressive 8- to 10-hour real-world...Read more

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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
10/08/2020
HP ProBook 455 G7 (Ryzen 7 4700U) Review

The HP ProBook 455 G7, equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 4700U, is highlighted by Notebooks & Mobiles as a high-performance, cost-effective 15.6-inch business laptop featuring a durable, partly aluminum chassis that passed MIL-STD 810G testing. Key advantages include exceptional multi-core processing power, strong system responsiveness, and a portable, solid design, with the reviewed...Read more

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heise.de
04/12/2020
Asus Mini PC PN50 with Eight-Core AMD Ryzen 7 4700U Processor Review

The Heise.de review highlights the Asus Mini PC PN50, powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 4700U, as an ultra-compact powerhouse, offering significant multi-threaded performance in a 11.5 cm² form factor to challenge Intel's NUC dominance. Sold as a barebones system, it offers high customization, supporting up to 64GB of DDR4-3200 RAM and dual storage configurations. Key advantages include its...Read more

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hardwareluxx.de
09/08/2020
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 with AMD Ryzen 7 4700U review

The Hardwareluxx review highlights the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 with AMD Ryzen 7 4700U as a top-performing, sleek 14-inch ultrabook, praising its robust aluminum chassis, excellent 100% sRGB display, and standout performance in a lightweight form factor. Powered by the 8-core Ryzen 7 4700U, the laptop delivers superior multi-core capabilities for its class and competent integrated Radeon...Read more

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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
30/05/2020
Renoir – AMD Ryzen 7 4700U (Laptop) Review

The AMD Ryzen 7 4700U, reviewed at notebooks-und-mobiles.de, is a transformative 7nm, eight-core processor that disrupts the mid-range market by significantly outperforming competitors in a 15-watt envelope. Key pros include exceptional multi-core efficiency, solid single-core improvements, and competent Radeon RX Vega 7 integrated graphics for light 1080p gaming. While offering...Read more

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laptopspirit.fr
08/05/2020
AMD Ryzen 4000 Mobile: List of available and announced laptops (4700U)

AMD's Ryzen 4000 series (Renoir) leverages 7nm Zen 2 architecture to challenge Intel's market dominance, offering 8-core/16-thread performance in both U-series (15W) for ultra-thins and H-series (35W-45W) for gaming. Key highlights include exceptional multi-core efficiency, enhanced Radeon Vega graphics, and better value for money, though some models suffer from lower-quality...Read more

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lemondeinformatique.fr
11/05/2020
AMD Ryzen 7 4700U Review: As Fast as Intel Core i7 H-Series Chips

The AMD Ryzen 7 4700U review highlights a significant shift in mobile computing, where this 15W, 8-core 7nm chip frequently outperforms power-hungry Intel Core i7 H-class processors, offering up to 36% faster multi-threaded performance in Cinebench R20 and HandBrake. The integrated Radeon Vega 7 graphics provide solid performance for light gaming and productivity, exceeding Intel's...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
06/11/2020
Intel Core i7-1165G7 vs AMD Ryzen 7 4700U Comparison

According to LaptopMedia, the AMD Ryzen 7 4700U outperforms the Intel Core i7-1165G7 in CPU-intensive tasks with a 6-7% advantage, largely due to its 8-core configuration compared to Intel's 4 cores, making it better for multi-threaded workloads. However, the Intel i7-1165G7 gains a significant advantage in GPU tests, with its Iris Xe Graphics G7 delivering up to twice the...Read more

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ct.nl
31/10/2020
Asus Mini PC PN50 Barebone: Are you looking for benchmarks for specific applications like gaming or video editing, or more details on laptops featurin...

The ASUS Mini PC PN50 is an ultra-compact (0.62-liter) barebone system featuring AMD Ryzen 4000 series processors, offering high performance for professional applications and capable of supporting up to four 4K displays. It boasts extensive connectivity, including Wi-Fi 6, USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, and supports easy upgrades with accessible slots for DDR4 memory and dual storage drives....Read more

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techgaming.nl
26/11/2020
TG Test: AMD Ryzen 4000H vs. 4000U Mobile Series

The TechGaming review highlights that the AMD Ryzen 4000 series brings 7nm Zen 2 architecture to laptops, defining a new standard for performance with the high-power 45W H-series and efficient 15W U-series. The H-series (e.g., Ryzen 7 4800H) offers superior multi-core, 8-core/16-thread performance for creative tasks, while the U-series focuses on battery efficiency without...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
04/05/2021
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14 Ryzen 7 Review - The fastest 14-inch convertible on the market

The Notebookcheck review of the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14 (ALC05) highlights it as a high-performance, budget 2-in-1, powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 5700U that offers exceptional multi-threaded performance-per-dollar. While providing a sturdy chassis, excellent battery life, and practical features like a full-size SD card reader, the device faces limitations with a dim 60% sRGB display...Read more

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tweakers.net
01/04/2021
Laptop Best Buy Guide - Test Results Lenovo IdeaPad 5 (4700U)

The Tweakers April 2021 Laptop Best Buy Guide highlights the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 as a top budget choice, praising its high performance-to-price ratio, 8GB RAM, and capable processor, though it is limited by a plastic chassis and lack of modern ports. For mid-range to higher budgets, the HP Envy x360 and Acer Swift series are recommended for their superior build quality, long battery...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
03/07/2020
Asus VivoBook S14 M433IA, Ryzen 7 4700U Review

The Asus VivoBook S14 M433IA is a 14-inch, all-metal laptop powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 4700U, delivering high performance and portability, though featuring soldered, non-upgradable RAM. Performance excels in productivity tasks with efficient cooling, although connectivity is limited by the lack of Thunderbolt and the inclusion of USB 2.0 ports. While the laptop offers a compact...Read more

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