Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 vs Core i9-11900KB
Ryzen 7 PRO 3700
Core i9-11900KB
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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 i9-11900KB
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 | Core i9-11900KB |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($330) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-H (2021) / 10 nm SuperFin) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 | Core i9-11900KB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+6%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($330) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
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 i9-11900KB
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 i9-11900KB
The Core i9-11900KB is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Maio 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-H (2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1787. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 22,693 points. Launch price was $539.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 and Core i9-11900KB share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 versus 4.9 GHz on the Core i9-11900KB — a 10.8% clock advantage for the Core i9-11900KB (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 uses the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i9-11900KB uses Tiger Lake-H (2021) (10 nm SuperFin). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 scores 22,777 against the Core i9-11900KB's 22,693 — a 0.4% lead for the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 vs 24 MB (total) on the Core i9-11900KB.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 | Core i9-11900KB |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.9 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+9% | 3.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB+33% | 24 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 7 nm-30% | 10 nm SuperFin |
| Architecture | Matisse (2019−2020) | Tiger Lake-H (2021) |
| PassMark | 22,777 | 22,693 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 12,264 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 10,645 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i9-11900KB uses FCBGA1787 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 | Core i9-11900KB |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FCBGA1787 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | 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 (Core i9-11900KB). The Core i9-11900KB includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 | Core i9-11900KB |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 launched at $329 MSRP, while the Core i9-11900KB debuted at $539. At current prices ($330 vs $350), the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 delivers 69.0 pts/$ vs 64.8 pts/$ for the Core i9-11900KB — making the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 the 6.3% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 | Core i9-11900KB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $329-39% | $539 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $330-6% | $350 |
| Performance per Dollar | 69.0+6% | 64.8 |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2021 |
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