Ryzen 7 3700X vs Ryzen 7 PRO 3700
Ryzen 7 3700X
Ryzen 7 PRO 3700
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 3700X
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 PRO 3700
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 3700X | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($140) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($330) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 3700X | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+132%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($140) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($330) |
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 7 3700X and Ryzen 7 PRO 3700
Ryzen 7 3700X
The Ryzen 7 3700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 22,430 points. Launch price was $329.
Ryzen 7 PRO 3700
The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 September 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 22,777 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 7 3700X and Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3700X versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen 7 3700X uses the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 uses Matisse (2019−2020) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 3700X scores 22,430 against the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700's 22,777 — a 1.5% lead for the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700. Both processors carry 32 MB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 3700X | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB | 32 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) | Matisse (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 22,430 | 22,777+2% |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 4.0.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 3700X | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 3700X launched at $329 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 debuted at $329. At current prices ($140 vs $330), the Ryzen 7 3700X is $190 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 3700X delivers 160.2 pts/$ vs 69.0 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 — making the Ryzen 7 3700X the 79.6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 3700X | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329 | $329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $140-58% | $330 |
| Performance per Dollar | 160.2+132% | 69.0 |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2019 |
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