AMD Ryzen 7 8700G

About the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G

The Ryzen 7 8700G sits in AMD’s Ryzen 7 lineup as an APU that combines CPU and GPU on a single die. With eight cores and sixteen threads, it delivers enough processing power for most modern games when paired with the built-in Radeon graphics. Its 7 nm architecture keeps power draw modest, typically 65 W, making it a good match for mid-range builds that don’t want a discrete graphics card. The integrated GPU can handle titles at 720p-1080p with reduced settings, and the CPU portion is capable of handling background tasks and streaming.

Design

Physically, the 8700G uses the standard AM4 socket and arrives in a typical boxed CPU format with a metal heat spreader on top. The chip is built on a 7 nm process, and the integrated graphics share the same die, keeping the overall footprint identical to other Ryzen desktop processors.

Where it fits

• Mid-range gaming PCs that rely on integrated graphics for 720p-1080p play.
• Builds where space or budget limits a separate GPU.
• Streaming setups that need CPU cores for encoding while using the on-die GPU.
• Casual eSports titles that don’t demand high frame rates.

Before you buy

Confirm the motherboard supports the AM4 socket and that the BIOS includes the 8700G microcode; also verify the TDP rating matches your cooling solution.

If you target high-refresh 1440p or 4K gaming with demanding titles, a CPU paired with a dedicated graphics card will perform better.