Core i7-7700 vs Ryzen 3 7320U
Core i7-7700
Ryzen 3 7320U
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i7-7700 is positioned at rank 574 and the Ryzen 3 7320U is on rank 632, so the Core i7-7700 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i7-7700
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 7320U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-7700 | Ryzen 3 7320U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($102) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Mendocino-U (Zen 2) (2022) / 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-7700 | Ryzen 3 7320U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($102) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-7700 and Ryzen 3 7320U
Core i7-7700
The Core i7-7700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,642 points. Launch price was $303.
Ryzen 3 7320U
The Ryzen 3 7320U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Mendocino-U (Zen 2) (2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 6 nm process technology. Socket: FT6. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 8,627 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-7700 and Ryzen 3 7320U share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Core i7-7700 versus 4.1 GHz on the Ryzen 3 7320U — a 2.4% clock advantage for the Core i7-7700 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i7-7700 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 3 7320U uses Mendocino-U (Zen 2) (2022) (6 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-7700 scores 8,642 against the Ryzen 3 7320U's 8,627 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i7-7700. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 1,435 vs 4,907 (109.5% advantage for the Ryzen 3 7320U). L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-7700 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 7320U.
| Feature | Core i7-7700 | Ryzen 3 7320U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+2% | 4.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+50% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 6 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Mendocino-U (Zen 2) (2022) |
| PassMark | 8,642 | 8,627 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 1,435 | 4,907+242% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,213 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 3,589 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-7700 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 7320U uses FT6 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Core i7-7700 versus LPDDR5-5500 on the Ryzen 3 7320U — the Ryzen 3 7320U supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-7700 supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-7700) vs 4 (Ryzen 3 7320U) — the Core i7-7700 offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: 100-series,200-series (Core i7-7700) and FT6 (Ryzen 3 7320U).
| Feature | Core i7-7700 | Ryzen 3 7320U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FT6 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | LPDDR5-5500+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+300% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+300% | 4 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-7700) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 3 7320U). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 630 (Core i7-7700) and Radeon 610M (Ryzen 3 7320U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-7700 targets Gaming, Ryzen 3 7320U targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i7-7700 rivals Ryzen 5 1600; Ryzen 3 7320U rivals Core i3-1215U.
| Feature | Core i7-7700 | Ryzen 3 7320U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 630 | Radeon 610M |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Gaming | Budget |
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