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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£220
  • Avg. price in US: ~$270
  • PassMark benchmark result: 31545
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 5.1 GHz

AMD Ryzen 7 8700G review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

7.4

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%

7.2

Technical Score

10.0%

9.6

User score

Very good
7.2

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%

6.8

Performance

18.0%

7.3

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

8.2

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.9

Platform

1.0%

8.7

Integrated Graphics

Very good
9.6

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%

9.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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4.7
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5.0
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Exceptional
  • 6.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.5

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    7.7

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.9

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

  • 5.2
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    6.5

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    5.2

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G is a high-performance desktop APU built on the Zen 4 architecture and TSMC's 4nm process, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads with a 4.2GHz base clock and up to 5.1GHz boost. Its defining characteristic is the integrated Radeon 780M graphics with 12 compute units, alongside a dedicated XDNA NPU for AI tasks, all operating within a 65W TDP on the AM5 socket. Main pros include exceptional 1080p gaming performance without a discrete GPU, high energy efficiency, and unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Notable cons include its relatively high price compared to entry-level CPU/GPU combos, a limited 16MB L3 cache, and restricted PCIe 4.0 lane count.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 7 8700G

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%

6.8

Performance

18.0%

7.3

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

8.2

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.9

Platform

1.0%

8.7

Integrated Graphics

7.2
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a technical score of 7.17 points, which is higher than that of 87.4% 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%

9.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.7
(621)
amazon
5.0
(12)
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5.0
(2)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

9.6
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a user score of 9.59 points, which is higher than that of 98.2% of products in this category.
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.
10
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 88.3% 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%

7.4

Overall score

40.0%

9.4

Price

8.0
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a quality-to-price ratio of 8 points, which is higher than 94.2% 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

desktop
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% 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

AM5
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G uses the AM5 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 95.7% of processors and equal to that of 2.7% 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

X870E, X870, B850, B840, X670E, X670, B650E, B650, A620
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports X870E, X870, B850, B840, X670E, X670, B650E, B650, A620 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 91.8% of processors and equal to that of 3.4% of processors.
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 8700G 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 8700G 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+

16
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G offers 16 CPU threads, which is more than 71.1% of processors and equal to 13.9% 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

2
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% 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

5.1 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G reaches a boost clock of 5.1 GHz which is higher than that of 86.1% of processors and equal to that of 4.1% 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 4.2 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a base clock of 8x4.2 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

4 nm
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G uses a 4 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 88.4% of processors and equal to that of 7.5% 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 4 nm
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G is built on the TSMC 4 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 87% of processors and equal to that of 7.5% 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

16 MB
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has an L3 cache of 16 MB which is larger than that of 64.2% of processors and equal to that of 12.7% 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

8 MB
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has an L2 cache of 8 MB which is larger than that of 73.5% of processors and equal to that of 4.3% 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 8700G 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

DDR5
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports DDR DDR5, which is newer than that of 66.4% of processors and equal to that of 12.6% 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

5,200 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports memory speeds up to 5,200 MHz, which is higher than that of 72.1% of processors and equal to 7% 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

DDR5-5200 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-5,200 MHz, which is higher than that of 74.1% of processors and equal to 5.2% 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

8,000 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports XMP/EXPO memory speeds up to 8,000 MHz, which is higher than that of 99.6% of processors and equal to 0.4% of processors.
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

256 GB
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports up to 256 GB of memory, which is more than 89.4% of processors and equal to 8.3% 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

yes
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G includes integrated graphics. 87.6% include integrated graphics.
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 780M
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G uses the Radeon 780M integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 95.8% and equal to that in 1.9%.
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

12
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has 12 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 62.8% of processors and equal to 9.2% 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

800 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has an integrated GPU clock of 800 MHz which is higher than that of 90.8% of processors and equal to that of 7% of processors.
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), AV1 (HW decode/encode)
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), AV1 (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 90.7% of processors and equal to 3.4% 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

65 W
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a TDP of 65 W which is higher than that of 70% 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

65 W
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a base power of 65 W which is higher than that of 70.3% of processors and equal to that of 16.4% 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

88 W
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a boost power of 88 W which is higher than that of 57.6% of processors and equal to that of 6.3% of processors.
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

N/A
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 8700G supports configurable TDP. 52.9% support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 45-65 W
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AMD Ryzen 7 8700G vs the average processor

  • 2.54x better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (7,061 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 8700G has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (7,061 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.7,061 vs 2,783
  • 2.99x higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (14,326 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (14,326 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.14,326 vs 4,793
  • 58% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,922 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,922 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,922 vs 2,483
  • 79.9% higher single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,646 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 8700G has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,646 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,646 vs 1,471
  • 3x higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (31,545 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (31,545 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.31,545 vs 10,532.5
  • 18.6% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 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 8700G has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Has an unlocked CPU multiplier, which makes manual CPU overclocking much easier on supported platforms.
    When it matters: When you plan to push clock speeds beyond stock settings instead of leaving the processor completely at default behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 45.7% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (705 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (705 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.705 vs 484
  • Modern CPU socket
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM5 vs FP2).
  • 4 year/s newer release date
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a newer release date than the average processor (2024 vs 2020).
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 2.54x better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (7,061 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 2.99x higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (14,326 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 58% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,922 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 79.9% higher single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,646 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 3x higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (31,545 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 18.6% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 45.7% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (705 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 2 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 14 higher clock multiplier
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher clock multiplier than the average processor (42 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Phoenix vs Kaby Lake).
  • 66.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a lower process node than the average processor (4 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 3.2x larger L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (8 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 4 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 2x more L2 per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • 5.05x more transistors
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has more transistors than the average processor (25 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 33.3% larger L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (512 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 4x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Newer PCIe version
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 81.7% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (83.2 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 77.3% higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (5,200 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • 4x more memory per DIMM
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has more memory per DIMM than the average processor (128 GB vs 32 GB). The average processor supports 32 GB of memory per DIMM.
  • Better integrated GPU
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Radeon 780M vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 2.29x higher GPU clock speed
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (800 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • Includes stock cooler
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.

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Memory & PCIe
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Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8).
  • 50% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 44.4% higher base power
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 37.5% higher boost power
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (88 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 44.4% higher base power
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 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 8700G has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.65 W vs 45 W
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °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 8700G has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.95 °C vs 100 °C
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 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 8700G has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.65 W vs 45 W
  • 37.5% higher boost power
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (88 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
    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

    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (88 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.88 W vs 64 W
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
    What it is: The kind of TPM security support associated with the processor or its platform.
    When it matters: When operating-system requirements, device encryption, enterprise security, or platform trust features matter.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • 50% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 vs 24). The average processor has 24 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

    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (12 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.12 vs 24
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8).
    What it is: The supported ways PCIe lanes can be split across multiple slots or devices.
    When it matters: When you plan multiple expansion cards or NVMe adapters.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 7 8700G supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8).x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8
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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 7 8700G?

  • Exceptional integrated graphics performance (Radeon 780M) capable of 1080p gaming in many AAA titles
  • Highly power-efficient design with low idle and load power consumption
  • Strong multi-core performance for an APU, featuring 8 Zen 4 cores and 16 threads
  • Includes a dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) for AI-accelerated tasks
  • Excellent solution for Small Form Factor (SFF) or mini-PC builds where a dedicated GPU cannot fit
  • Stays relatively cool even under load, often performing well with the included stock cooler

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 7 8700G?

  • High initial price point makes it a 'hard sell' compared to a budget CPU and discrete GPU combo
  • Reduced L3 cache (16MB) and lower clock speeds compared to non-G Ryzen 7000 models
  • Performance is highly sensitive to system memory speeds; requires expensive, fast DDR5 RAM for optimal results
  • Limited to 16-20 PCIe 4.0 lanes, restricting bandwidth for future high-end discrete GPU upgrades
  • Lack of PCIe 5.0 support, which is standard on many other AM5 desktop processors
  • Requires the relatively expensive AM5 platform (motherboard and DDR5), increasing total system cost

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pcmag.com
29/01/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G - Review 2024 - PCMag UK(www.techspot.com) | January 29, 2024 | AMD Ryzen 7 8700G Review: Most Powerful Integrated Graphics(www.phor...

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G, reviewed by PCMag, is an exceptional APU for small-form-factor (SFF) PCs, featuring 8 Zen 4 cores and powerful Radeon 780M integrated graphics that outperform entry-level discrete cards. Pros include excellent 1080p gaming performance without a dedicated GPU, low power consumption, and great thermal efficiency for compact builds. However, the chip faces cons...Read more

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tomshardware.com
30/01/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G Review — 1080p-Capable Gaming Comes to Integrated Graphics

The Tom's Hardware review finds that the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G, based on the "Phoenix" architecture with eight Zen 4 cores and Radeon 780M graphics, is a groundbreaking APU that renders low-end discrete GPUs like the GTX 1050 Ti obsolete. A major pro is its ability to deliver playable 1080p gaming in modern titles, particularly when paired with high-speed DDR5 memory, alongside a...Read more

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galaxus.de
03/02/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G tested in a gaming test

The Galaxus review of the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G highlights its capability for smooth 1080p gaming without a dedicated graphics card, delivering playable 45 FPS in demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077. A key pro is its powerful integrated Radeon 780M graphics, though achieving 60 FPS often requires upscaling technology like FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR). Efficiency is another major...Read more

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storagereview.com
29/01/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G Desktop APU Review - StorageReview.com

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G is a "monolithic" desktop APU combining eight Zen 4 cores with Radeon 780M graphics and a dedicated XDNA NPU for AI, ideal for budget or Small Form Factor (SFF) AM5 systems. It offers exceptional integrated graphics capable of 1080p gaming, often doubling the performance of its predecessor, while maintaining high power efficiency with a 65W TDP. However, the...Read more

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xda-developers.com
29/01/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G review: The best gaming CPU for those on a tight budget

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G is a high-performance 8-core/16-thread Zen 4 APU featuring Radeon 780M integrated graphics capable of handling 1080p gaming, alongside a dedicated Ryzen AI engine. Pros include exceptional power efficiency, low operating temperatures with the stock cooler, and suitability for small form factor builds on the AM5 platform. Cons include a 5-10% CPU performance...Read more

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windowscentral.com
29/01/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G review: The best choice for budget PC gaming is finally here

The Windows Central review of the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G highlights it as a "revolutionary" budget gaming solution, utilizing the Radeon 780M iGPU to achieve 50–60 FPS in modern 1080p titles. This 65W chip features an integrated XDNA NPU for AI, though its utility is currently limited, while the package includes a Wraith Spire cooler for increased value. Key pros identified include the...Read more

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techspot.com
29/01/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G Review: Most Powerful Integrated Graphics

The TechSpot review of the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G highlights it as a groundbreaking APU with the most powerful integrated graphics (Radeon 780M) currently available, offering a significant performance leap over previous generations. Key pros include capable 1080p gaming without a discrete GPU and high power efficiency, though it requires fast DDR5 memory to reach its full potential....Read more

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gamesradar.com
06/02/2025
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G review: “There's some really decent performance here” Key Specifications & Notes from Reviews: Architecture: Zen 4 (Phoenix) on TSMC...

The GamesRadar review positions the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G as a capable "all-in-one" APU, balancing strong productivity and single-core performance with budget-conscious, integrated 1080p gaming. Key advantages include exceptional Radeon 780M graphics for playable 1080p gaming, superior power efficiency, and solid content creation capabilities, even when using the stock cooler. However,...Read more

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hwbusters.com
29/01/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G APU Review - Hardware Busters

The Hardware Busters review highlights the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G as a top-tier 4nm "Phoenix" APU featuring 8 Zen 4 cores and powerful Radeon 780M integrated graphics, ideal for small form factor (SFF) systems. While offering high-efficiency multi-threaded performance, the chip's gaming capability is highly dependent on fast DDR5 memory, and it faces competition in value from budget...Read more

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pcinq.com
16/04/2024
Will It Game? AMD Ryzen 7 8700G Review

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G represents a strong, single-chip solution for users bypassing a dedicated GPU, driven by an integrated graphics engine that outperforms competitors by over 3.8x. PCInq highlights its capability to deliver smooth 1080p gaming at high settings, making it an excellent, power-efficient choice for compact or budget-conscious systems. However, the APU faces...Read more

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galaxus.at
03/02/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G Gaming Benchmark

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G, as tested by Galaxus, successfully enables 1080p gaming without a dedicated graphics card, with the Radeon 780M iGPU achieving roughly 45 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 at low settings. While 60 FPS is achievable in blockbuster titles, it often requires utilizing FSR, as seen in Far Cry 6 where, with FSR "Balanced" and high settings, frames can exceed 70. Notable pros...Read more

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digitec.ch
03/02/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G Gaming Review

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G, reviewed by Digitec, functions as a capable 1080p gaming APU, utilizing the Radeon 780M iGPU to deliver impressive results, such as 45 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 on low settings, which often necessitates FSR to reach 60 FPS. The chip excels in efficiency, maintaining low temperatures around 52 degrees Celsius under load, making it ideal for small-form-factor PCs,...Read more

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igorslab.de
04/01/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G: Powerful APU with Zen 4 Architecture and Radeon Graphics

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G, as reviewed by igor´sLAB, is a powerful "Hawk Point" APU featuring eight Zen 4 CPU cores and Radeon 780M RDNA 3 integrated graphics, with a dedicated XDNA AI engine (NPU) for AI tasks. It provides competitive CPU performance, nearly matching the Ryzen 7 7700X in multi-core tasks, while delivering exceptional, double-the-previous-gen 1080p gaming performance...Read more

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galaxus.fr
03/02/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G Gaming Benchmark Results

The Galaxus review of the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G highlights it as a breakthrough for integrated graphics, enabling 1080p gaming without a dedicated card, particularly with AMD's FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR). Key pros include exceptional energy efficiency and low temperatures, averaging 52 degrees Celsius during gaming, making it suitable for compact systems. However, the 8700G...Read more

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hardwareand.co
29/01/2024
Review • AMD Ryzen 7 8700G & Ryzen 5 8600G / 8500G: APUs that can finally ditch the graphics card?

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G and Ryzen 5 8600G, based on the 4nm "Phoenix" architecture, are identified as the first desktop processors capable of 1080p gaming without a discrete graphics card, utilizing powerful Radeon 780M/760M graphics and featuring dedicated NPU AI engines. The APUs offer significant performance upgrades over the 5000G series, with up to 64% faster multi-core speeds,...Read more

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clubic.com
31/01/2024
AMD Ryzen 8600G and 8700G Review: When Processors No Longer Need a Graphics Card

Clubic's review highlights the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G and Ryzen 5 8600G as powerful "all-in-one" APUs that make high-quality 1080p gaming possible without a dedicated graphics card, driven by Zen 4 architecture and RDNA 3 graphics. The 8700G, featuring Radeon 780M graphics, delivers impressive performance in modern AAA titles like Cyberpunk 2077. Key advantages include exceptional energy...Read more

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digitec.ch
03/02/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G Gaming Review: Performance and Conclusions

The Digitec review highlights the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G as a breakthrough for integrated graphics, with the Radeon 780M enabling 1080p gaming (e.g., 45 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 at lowest settings) and high efficiency at 65W TDP. While FSR upscaling boosts performance to 60+ FPS in many titles, the review notes a heavy reliance on this technology, making it ideal for SFF systems but...Read more

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galaxus.fr
02/02/2024
Testing the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G for Gaming

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G, reviewed by Galaxus, is a high-performance APU featuring integrated Radeon 780M graphics that enables 1080p gaming without a dedicated GPU. It offers impressive efficiency for small form factor builds, running cool while delivering playable frame rates, such as 45 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 at low settings. However, achieving consistent 60 FPS in demanding titles...Read more

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madboxpc.com
29/01/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G and Ryzen 5 8600G Review

The AMD Ryzen 8000G series (8700G/8600G) advances desktop APUs by combining "Zen 4" CPU cores with "RDNA 3" graphics, featuring the Radeon 780M and 760M respectively, along with integrated Ryzen AI NPUs for workload acceleration. Performance testing reveals capable 1080p gaming, especially when leveraging AMD FSR and fast DDR5-6400 memory to compensate for lack of dedicated VRAM,...Read more

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geeknetic.es
29/01/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G Review

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G, reviewed by Geeknetic, brings high-end Radeon 780M graphics to the AM5 socket using a 4nm 8-core Zen 4 architecture. It serves as a 65W, efficient APU capable of solid 1080p gaming performance, while also introducing a dedicated AI engine (XDNA) for future-proofing. Key disadvantages highlighted include a reduced 16MB L3 cache and strict dependency on fast...Read more

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profesionalreview.com
29/01/2024
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G Review (Full Analysis)

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G, a Zen 4-based 8-core/16-thread APU for AM5, delivers unparalleled integrated gaming with its Radeon 780M graphics and debuts the Ryzen AI NPU for 16 TOPS performance. While offering exceptional 65W efficiency, DDR5 support, and playable 1080p gaming without a discrete GPU, it is hampered by a reduced 16MB L3 cache that limits raw CPU performance compared to...Read more

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noticias3d.com
29/01/2024
AMD Ryzen 5 8600G and Ryzen 7 8700G Review: Leading Integrated Graphics

The Noticias3D review positions the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G and Ryzen 5 8600G as leaders in integrated desktop graphics, utilizing Zen 4 architecture, RDNA 3, and a new NPU for AI capabilities. While the 8700G (Radeon 780M) offers maximum power, the 8600G (Radeon 760M) provides a more balanced price-to-performance ratio, both running on a 65W TDP. Performance tests reveal that the Radeon...Read more

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profesionalreview.com
01/02/2024
Ryzen 7 8700G boosts AI performance with faster DDR5

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G is a powerful APU featuring Zen 4 architecture and an integrated Radeon 780M GPU, making 1080p gaming viable without a dedicated card while including a dedicated Ryzen AI engine. Key advantages include strong, efficient integrated graphics performance, the included Wraith Spire cooler, and future-ready AI capabilities. However, it is limited by a smaller 16MB...Read more

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galaxus.it
03/02/2024
AMD Ryzen 8700G gaming test: a powerhouse of performance

The Galaxus review of the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G highlights its ability to deliver playable 1080p gaming via the Radeon 780M integrated graphics, often hitting 60 FPS in titles like Cyberpunk 2077 using upscaling (FSR). Key pros include exceptional energy efficiency, cool operation (avg. 52°C), and strong productivity performance, making it ideal for small form factor (SFF) systems....Read more

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hwupgrade.it
07/02/2024
Ryzen 7 8700G and Ryzen 5 8600G: With RDNA 3, Integrated GPUs Allow for 1080p Gaming

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G and Ryzen 5 8600G APUs, featuring RDNA 3 architecture, represent a major advancement for integrated 1080p gaming, with the 8700G (Radeon 780M) leading in performance, supported by Ryzen AI (NPU) capabilities. Key advantages include capable 1080p gaming in titles like GTA V using FSR/AFMF technology, alongside 64% faster multi-core performance compared to...Read more

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tweakers.net
29/01/2024
AMD Ryzen 5 8600G and Ryzen 7 8700G - Fast graphics in a modern processor

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700G and Ryzen 5 8600G, based on Zen 4 architecture and RDNA 3 graphics, deliver a significant leap in integrated graphics performance, with the 8700G offering roughly 80% faster gaming performance than previous APUs, capable of 1080p gaming. The 8700G features 8 cores and a Radeon 780M, while the 8600G includes 6 cores and a Radeon 760M, both optimized for small...Read more

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