Turion 64 ML-34 vs Ryzen 7 3700X
Turion 64 ML-34
Ryzen 7 3700X
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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Turion 64 ML-34 is positioned at rank #938 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Turion 64 ML-34
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 3700X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Turion 64 ML-34 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Lancaster (2005−2006) / 90 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Turion 64 ML-34 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($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 Turion 64 ML-34 and Ryzen 7 3700X
Turion 64 ML-34
The Turion 64 ML-34 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Lancaster (2005−2006) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: 754. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR1. Passmark benchmark score: 515 points. Launch price was $69.
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
The Turion 64 ML-34 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 3700X has 7 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Turion 64 ML-34 versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3700X — a 83.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 3700X. The Turion 64 ML-34 uses the Lancaster (2005−2006) architecture (90 nm), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Turion 64 ML-34 scores 515 against the Ryzen 7 3700X's 22,430 — a 191% lead for the Ryzen 7 3700X. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Turion 64 ML-34 vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 3700X.
| Feature | Turion 64 ML-34 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 8 / 16+700% |
| Boost Clock | 1.8 GHz | 4.4 GHz+144% |
| Base Clock | — | 3.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 32 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 90 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-92% |
| Architecture | Lancaster (2005−2006) | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 515 | 22,430+4255% |
Memory & Platform
The Turion 64 ML-34 uses the 754 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR-400 on the Turion 64 ML-34 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 3700X — the Ryzen 7 3700X supports -204% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 3700X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 2 GB — 193.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Turion 64 ML-34) vs 2 (Ryzen 7 3700X). PCIe lanes: 16 (Turion 64 ML-34) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 3700X) — the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Turion 64 ML-34 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | 754 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR-400 | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2 GB | 128 GB+6300% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 24+50% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Turion 64 ML-34) / not specified (Ryzen 7 3700X). Primary use case: Turion 64 ML-34 targets Mobile.
| Feature | Turion 64 ML-34 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Mobile | — |
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