Intel Core i7-8709G vs AMD Ryzen 5 2400G

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Intel Core i7-8709G or Intel Core i7-8709G – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core i7-8709G features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2018 and belongs to the 8 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-8709G, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 2270 socket.
The AMD Ryzen 5 2400G features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2018 and belongs to the 1 generation of the AMD Ryzen 5 series.
To use the AMD Ryzen 5 2400G, you'll need a motherboard with a AM4 (PGA 1331) socket.
Mobile Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core i7-8709G Name AMD Ryzen 5 2400G
Intel Core i7 Family AMD Ryzen 5
8 Generation 1
Intel Core i 8000G Group AMD Ryzen 2000G
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i7-8709G has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-8709G is 3.1 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 4.1 GHz.
The AMD Ryzen 5 2400G has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD Ryzen 5 2400G is 3.6 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.9 GHz.
4.1 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 3.9 GHz
No Overclocking Yes
normal Core architecture normal
3.1 GHz Frequency 3.6 GHz
8 Threads 8
3.6 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) 3.7 GHz
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
4 CPU Cores 4
4x Cores 4x
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i7-8709G has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-8709G uses the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GH Graphics, which has 1536 texture shaders
and 24 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The AMD Ryzen 5 2400G has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the AMD Ryzen 5 2400G uses the AMD Radeon Vega 11 Graphics, which has 704 texture shaders
and 11 execution units.
1.06 GHz GPU frequency 1.25 GHz
Q1/2018 Release date Q1/2018
12.1 Direct X 12
AMD Radeon RX Vega M GH Graphics GPU name AMD Radeon Vega 11 Graphics
14 nm Technology 14 nm
-- Max. displays --
1536 Shaders 704
4.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
24 Execution units 11
8 Generation 8
1.19 GHz GPU (Turbo) --
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

-- AI specifications --
-- AI hardware --
 
 

Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
Decode VC-1 Decode
Decode / Encode VP9 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (10 bit) Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode VP8 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (8 bit) Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode JPEG Decode / Encode
No AV1 No
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 64.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 64.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
2 Memory channels 2
64.0 GB Max. Memory 64.0 GB
pci PCIe pci
Yes AES-NI Yes
No ECC Yes
38.4 GB/s Bandwidth 46.9 GB/s
DDR4-2400 Memory type DDR4-2933
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 100 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 65 W watts.
-- Tjunction max 95 °C
100 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 65 W
None TDP down 46 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i7-8709G is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 8.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The AMD Ryzen 5 2400G is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache.
Q1/2018 Release date Q1/2018
-- Part Number --
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization AMD-V, SVM
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2
Monolithic Chip design Chiplet
Kaby Lake G Refresh Architecture Raven Ridge (Zen)
14 nm Technology 14 nm
BGA 2270 Socket AM4 (PGA 1331)
Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
-- Release price 165 $
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
8.0 MB L3-Cache 4.0 MB
 
 

Benchmarks

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-8709G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
15575
15575
AMD Ryzen 5 2400G
4C 8T @ 3.6 GHz
15234
15234

Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-8709G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
4420
4420
AMD Ryzen 5 2400G
4C 8T @ 3.6 GHz
3368
3368

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)

Intel Core i7-8709G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
4360
4360
AMD Ryzen 5 2400G
4C 8T @ 3.6 GHz
4295
4295

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i7-8709G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
3940
3940
AMD Ryzen 5 2400G
4C 8T @ 3.6 GHz
3174
3174

Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)

Intel Core i7-8709G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
1371
1371
AMD Ryzen 5 2400G
4C 8T @ 3.6 GHz
1099
1099

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)

Intel Core i7-8709G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
1089
1089
AMD Ryzen 5 2400G
4C 8T @ 3.6 GHz
854
854

Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)

AMD Ryzen 5 2400G
4C 8T @ 3.6 GHz
811
811
Intel Core i7-8709G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
809
809

Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)

Intel Core i7-8709G
4C 8T @ 3.1 GHz
174
174
AMD Ryzen 5 2400G
4C 8T @ 3.6 GHz
155
155

Intel Core i7-8709G and AMD Ryzen 5 2400G in leaderboards