CPU
GPU
Ryzen 3 PRO 1300
Core i7-7820HQ
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 Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 is positioned at rank 168 and the Core i7-7820HQ is on rank 901, so the Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 1300
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-7820HQ
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 | Core i7-7820HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($110) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake-H (2017) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 | Core i7-7820HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($110) | ✅ 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 Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 and Core i7-7820HQ
Ryzen 3 PRO 1300
The Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 7,106 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i7-7820HQ
The Core i7-7820HQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake-H (2017) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,184 points. Launch price was $378.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-7820HQ's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i7-7820HQ — a 10.8% clock advantage for the Core i7-7820HQ (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-7820HQ uses Kaby Lake-H (2017) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 scores 7,106 against the Core i7-7820HQ's 7,184 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i7-7820HQ. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 | Core i7-7820HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.9 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+10% | 2.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core)+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Kaby Lake-H (2017) |
| PassMark | 7,106 | 7,184+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-7820HQ uses BGA1440 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 | Core i7-7820HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | BGA1440 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
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