Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U
AMD
PassMark
18,191
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Barcelo-U Refresh (2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 18,191 points. Launch price was $299.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Counter-Strike 2
Cyberpunk 2077
Genshin Impact
Hogwarts Legacy
Honkai: Star Rail
League of Legends
Minecraft
Naraka: Bladepoint
Path of Exile 2
Red Dead Redemption 2
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U is a 8-core / 16-thread processor based on the Barcelo-U Refresh (2023) architecture, manufactured on a 7 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.5 GHz from a base frequency of 2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 16 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 512K (per core) of L2 cache and 64K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 18,191, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Recent generation product.
| Specification | Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 8C / 16T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 4.5 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Barcelo-U Refresh (2023) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 7 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 512K (per core) |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 64K (per core) |
| Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor | 180 mm2 |
| Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities | 10,700 million |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 95 °C |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 18,191 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U fits into the FP6 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 memory.
| Specification | Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | Laptop |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | FP6 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 |
Power & Cooling
The Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U 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.
| Specification | Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 15 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 95 °C |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #864 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $299 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #864 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 4 January 2023 (2 years ago) |
| Release Year | 2023 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | AMD |
| ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC) | TSMC |
Specifications Reference
Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.
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General Information
7 specs
General Information
7 specs
| Type | Laptop |
| Designer | AMD |
| Launch Price | $299 |
| Manufacturer | TSMC |
| Release Date | 4 January 2023 (2 years ago) |
| Architecture Codename | Barcelo-U Refresh (2023) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 864 |
Technical Specifications
13 specs
Technical Specifications
13 specs
| Cores | 8 |
| Threads | 16 |
| Die Size | 180 mm2 |
| L1 Cache | 64K (per core) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) |
| Max Frequency | 4.5 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 2 GHz |
| Transistor Count | 10,700 million |
| Process Technology | 7 nm |
| Max Core Temperature | 95 °C |
| Windows 11 Compatible | + |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | FP6 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 15 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 1 |
Memory
1 spec
Memory
1 spec
| RAM Types | DDR4 |
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