Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 vs Core i5-12400F
Ryzen 7 PRO 3700
Core i5-12400F
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 3700
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-12400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($330) | ✅ More affordable ($110) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+157%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($330) | ✅ More affordable ($110) |
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 3700 and Core i5-12400F
Ryzen 7 PRO 3700
The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 September 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (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: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 22,777 points. Launch price was $299.
Core i5-12400F
The Core i5-12400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 19,532 points. Launch price was $180.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i5-12400F offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-12400F — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.6 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 uses the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i5-12400F uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 scores 22,777 against the Core i5-12400F's 19,532 — a 15.3% lead for the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 vs 18 MB (total) on the Core i5-12400F.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+44% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB+78% | 18 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Matisse (2019−2020) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 22,777+17% | 19,532 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 12,380 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,700 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 657 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-12400F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 7 PRO 3700) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-12400F). Primary use case: Core i5-12400F targets Gaming Performance/Value. Direct competitor: Core i5-12400F rivals Ryzen 5 5600.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Gaming Performance/Value |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 launched at $329 MSRP, while the Core i5-12400F debuted at $174. At current prices ($330 vs $110), the Core i5-12400F is $220 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 delivers 69.0 pts/$ vs 177.6 pts/$ for the Core i5-12400F — making the Core i5-12400F the 88% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329 | $174-47% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $330 | $110-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 69.0 | 177.6+157% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2022 |
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