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Ryzen 7 7700
Ryzen 9 PRO 5945
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 7700
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Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 7700 | Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($246) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (2020−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 7700 | Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($246) | ✅ 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 7700 and Ryzen 9 PRO 5945
Ryzen 7 7700
The Ryzen 7 7700 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 34,392 points. Launch price was $339.
Ryzen 9 PRO 5945
The Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (2020−2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 34,549 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 7700 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7700 versus 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 — a 12% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7700 (base: 3.8 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Ryzen 7 7700 uses the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 uses Vermeer (2020−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 7700 scores 34,392 against the Ryzen 9 PRO 5945's 34,549 — a 0.5% lead for the Ryzen 9 PRO 5945. L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7700 vs 64 MB on the Ryzen 9 PRO 5945.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 7700 | Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 12 / 24+50% |
| Boost Clock | 5.3 GHz+13% | 4.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+27% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB (total) | 64 MB+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm, 6 nm-29% | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) | Vermeer (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 34,392 | 34,549 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 23,200 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,175 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 12,500 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 7700 uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 7 7700 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 — the Ryzen 7 7700 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 128 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 28 (Ryzen 7 7700) vs 20 (Ryzen 9 PRO 5945) — the Ryzen 7 7700 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 7700 | Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200+25% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28+40% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 7700 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 7 7700 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 7 7700) vs AMD-V (SVM) (Ryzen 9 PRO 5945). The Ryzen 7 7700 includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics (2CU)), while the Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 7700 targets Desktop, Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 targets High-end Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 rivals Core i9-12900.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 7700 | Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics (2CU) | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V (SVM) |
| Target Use | Desktop | High-end Gaming |
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