Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X vs Xeon w3-2423
Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X
Xeon w3-2423
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 Xeon w3-2423
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Xeon w3-2423 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($180) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Xeon w3-2423 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+64%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($180) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) |
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 Xeon w3-2423
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.
Xeon w3-2423
The Xeon w3-2423 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 15,797 points. Launch price was $359.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon w3-2423 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X versus 4.2 GHz on the Xeon w3-2423 — a 10% clock advantage for the Xeon w3-2423 (base: 3.4 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon w3-2423 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X scores 15,570 against the Xeon w3-2423's 15,797 — a 1.4% lead for the Xeon w3-2423. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X vs 15 MB on the Xeon w3-2423.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Xeon w3-2423 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4.2 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+62% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total)+7% | 15 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 15,570 | 15,797+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon w3-2423 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Xeon w3-2423 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X) / not specified (Xeon w3-2423). Primary use case: Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X targets Desktop.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Xeon w3-2423 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | 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 Xeon w3-2423 debuted at $359. At current prices ($180 vs $300), the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X is $120 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X delivers 86.5 pts/$ vs 52.7 pts/$ for the Xeon w3-2423 — making the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X the 48.6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X | Xeon w3-2423 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $399 | $359-10% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180-40% | $300 |
| Performance per Dollar | 86.5+64% | 52.7 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2023 |
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