Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U
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Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U

AMD

PassMark

7,224

8 April 2019 (6 years ago)
15 Watt
Picasso (2019−2022)

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Overview

The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 8 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 7,224 points. Launch price was $149.

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Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U specifications and capabilities.

Processing Power

The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture, manufactured on a 12 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4 GHz from a base frequency of 2.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 512K (per core) of L2 cache and 128K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 7,224, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

SpecificationRyzen 7 PRO 3700U
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost4 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency2.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture designPicasso (2019−2022)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient12 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores4 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data512K (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache128K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor209.78 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities4940 Million
64-bit SupportYes
Windows 11 CompatibleYes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score7,224
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U fits into the FP5 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 Dual-channel memory.

SpecificationRyzen 7 PRO 3700U
TypeDesktop or Laptop processorLaptop
SeriesProduct familyAMD Ryzen 7
SocketMotherboard socket requiredFP5
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidthPCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standardDDR4 Dual-channel
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers1 (Uniprocessor)
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Power & Cooling

The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 15 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

SpecificationRyzen 7 PRO 3700U
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload15 Watt
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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #1552 out of all indexed processors.

SpecificationRyzen 7 PRO 3700U
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking#1552
Release DateLaunch date8 April 2019 (6 years ago)
Release Year2019
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)GlobalFoundries

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