Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 vs Core i7-13700K
Ryzen 7 PRO 1700
Core i7-13700K
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 PRO 1700
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-13700K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+114%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) |
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 PRO 1700 and Core i7-13700K
Ryzen 7 PRO 1700
The Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 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 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 16 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: 14,699 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i7-13700K
The Core i7-13700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 45,784 points. Launch price was $409.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i7-13700K offers 16 cores / 24 threads — the Core i7-13700K has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 versus 5.4 GHz on the Core i7-13700K — a 37.4% clock advantage for the Core i7-13700K (base: 3 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-13700K uses Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 scores 14,699 against the Core i7-13700K's 45,784 — a 102.8% lead for the Core i7-13700K. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 vs 30 MB (total) on the Core i7-13700K.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 16 / 24+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 5.4 GHz+46% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3.4 GHz+13% |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) | 30 MB (total)+88% |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) |
| PassMark | 14,699 | 45,784+211% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 31,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,846 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 18,980 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-13700K uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 192 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 7 PRO 1700) / true (Core i7-13700K). The Core i7-13700K includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 770), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i7-13700K rivals Ryzen 9 7900X.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | true |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 launched at $329 MSRP, while the Core i7-13700K debuted at $409. At current prices ($60 vs $400), the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 is $340 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 delivers 245.0 pts/$ vs 114.5 pts/$ for the Core i7-13700K — making the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 the 72.6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329-20% | $409 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60-85% | $400 |
| Performance per Dollar | 245.0+114% | 114.5 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2022 |
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