Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X vs Ryzen 7 3700X
Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X
Ryzen 7 3700X
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 1700X
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 3700X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($140) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+85%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($140) |
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 1700X and Ryzen 7 3700X
Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X
The Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X 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 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 15,570 points. Launch price was $299.
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.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X and Ryzen 7 3700X share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3700X — a 14.6% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 3700X (base: 3.4 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X scores 15,570 against the Ryzen 7 3700X's 22,430 — a 36.1% lead for the Ryzen 7 3700X. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 3700X.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4.4 GHz+16% |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.6 GHz+6% |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) | 32 MB+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 15,570 | 22,430+44% |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 3.0. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. The Ryzen 7 3700X 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. Both provide 24 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | 24 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X) / not specified (Ryzen 7 3700X). Primary use case: Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X targets Desktop.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X launched at $399 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 3700X debuted at $329. At current prices ($180 vs $140), the Ryzen 7 3700X is $40 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X delivers 86.5 pts/$ vs 160.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 3700X — making the Ryzen 7 3700X the 59.8% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399 | $329-18% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180 | $140-22% |
| Performance per Dollar | 86.5 | 160.2+85% |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2019 |
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