Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X vs Ryzen 7 5700U
Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X
Ryzen 7 5700U
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 5700U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Ryzen 7 5700U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Lucienne-U (Zen 2) (2021) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Ryzen 7 5700U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ 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 PRO 1700X and Ryzen 7 5700U
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 5700U
The Ryzen 7 5700U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 12 January 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Lucienne-U (Zen 2) (2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 15,511 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X and Ryzen 7 5700U share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X versus 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5700U — a 12.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 5700U (base: 3.4 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 7 5700U uses Lucienne-U (Zen 2) (2021) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X scores 15,570 against the Ryzen 7 5700U's 15,511 — a 0.4% lead for the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X vs 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 5700U.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Ryzen 7 5700U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4.3 GHz+13% |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+89% | 1.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total)+100% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Lucienne-U (Zen 2) (2021) |
| PassMark | 15,570 | 15,511 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 8,600 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,200 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 6,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 5700U uses FP6 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. Both support up to 64 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X) vs 12 (Ryzen 7 5700U) — the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Ryzen 7 5700U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FP6 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | LPDDR4x-4267 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+100% | 12 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AMD-V virtualization. The Ryzen 7 5700U includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics (8 CUs)), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X targets Desktop, Ryzen 7 5700U targets Mainstream Laptop.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Ryzen 7 5700U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Graphics (8 CUs) |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Desktop | Mainstream Laptop |
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