Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 vs Ryzen 7 1700
Ryzen 7 PRO 1700
Ryzen 7 1700
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 Ryzen 7 1700
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 | Ryzen 7 1700 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($185) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 | Ryzen 7 1700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+207%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($185) |
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 Ryzen 7 1700
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.
Ryzen 7 1700
The Ryzen 7 1700 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2 March 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: 16384 kB. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 14,772 points. Launch price was $329.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 and Ryzen 7 1700 share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 versus 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen 7 1700 — identical boost frequencies (base: 3 GHz vs 3 GHz). Both are built on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture using a 14 nm process. In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 scores 14,699 against the Ryzen 7 1700's 14,772 — a 0.5% lead for the Ryzen 7 1700. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 vs 16384 kB on the Ryzen 7 1700.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 | Ryzen 7 1700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) | 16384 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 4096 kB+700% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 14,699 | 14,772 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 8,065 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 5,000 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 | Ryzen 7 1700 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 24 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 7 PRO 1700) / AMD-V (Ryzen 7 1700). Primary use case: Ryzen 7 1700 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 1700 rivals Core i7-7700K.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 | Ryzen 7 1700 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 launched at $329 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 1700 debuted at $140. At current prices ($60 vs $185), the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 is $125 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 delivers 245.0 pts/$ vs 79.8 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 1700 — making the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 the 101.7% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 | Ryzen 7 1700 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329 | $140-57% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60-68% | $185 |
| Performance per Dollar | 245.0+207% | 79.8 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2017 |
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