Ryzen 7 3800XT vs Ryzen 7 7735H
Ryzen 7 3800XT
Ryzen 7 7735H
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 3800XT
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 7735H
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 3800XT | Ryzen 7 7735H |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($249) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Rembrandt-H Refresh (2023) / 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 3800XT | Ryzen 7 7735H |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($249) | ✅ 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 7 3800XT and Ryzen 7 7735H
Ryzen 7 3800XT
The Ryzen 7 3800XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 23,441 points. Launch price was $399.
Ryzen 7 7735H
The Ryzen 7 7735H is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 April 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Rembrandt-H Refresh (2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.75 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 6 nm process technology. Socket: FP7. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 23,619 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 7 3800XT and Ryzen 7 7735H share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3800XT versus 4.75 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7735H — a 1.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7735H (base: 3.8 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Ryzen 7 3800XT uses the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Ryzen 7 7735H uses Rembrandt-H Refresh (2023) (6 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 3800XT scores 23,441 against the Ryzen 7 7735H's 23,619 — a 0.8% lead for the Ryzen 7 7735H. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 3800XT vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7735H.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 3800XT | Ryzen 7 7735H |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz | 4.75 GHz+1% |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+19% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB+100% | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm | 6 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) | Rembrandt-H Refresh (2023) |
| PassMark | 23,441 | 23,619 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 3800XT uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 7 7735H uses FP7 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 3800XT versus DDR5-4800 on the Ryzen 7 7735H — the Ryzen 7 7735H supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 3800XT supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 7 3800XT) vs 20 (Ryzen 7 7735H) — the Ryzen 7 3800XT offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 3800XT | Ryzen 7 7735H |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FP7 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-4800+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+100% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+20% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 3800XT has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AMD-V virtualization. The Ryzen 7 7735H includes integrated graphics (Radeon 680M), while the Ryzen 7 3800XT requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 3800XT targets Desktop, Ryzen 7 7735H targets Mobile.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 3800XT | Ryzen 7 7735H |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon 680M |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Desktop | Mobile |
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