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  • Avg. price: ~£95
  • PassMark benchmark result: 14761
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.7 GHz

AMD Ryzen 7 1700 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.0

Technical Score

10.0%

9.6

User score

Good
5.0

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

4.3

Performance

18.0%

5.1

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

6.7

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.6

Platform

1.0%

3.4

Integrated Graphics

Good
9.6

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

9.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.7
(2117)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

Exceptional
  • 3.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.0

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    2.8

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.7

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

  • 3.5
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.9

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    5.2

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 is an 8-core, 16-thread desktop processor based on the 14nm Zen architecture and the AM4 socket. It features a base clock speed of 3.0 GHz, a maximum boost clock of 3.7 GHz, and 20MB of combined L2 and L3 cache, all within a highly efficient 65W TDP. Its primary advantages include exceptional multi-threaded performance for productivity tasks like video encoding, an unlocked multiplier for easy overclocking, and a significantly lower launch price compared to competing high-core-count Intel chips. However, it is noted for trailing behind Intel's contemporary flagships in single-threaded performance and 1080p gaming, and early models were often sensitive to specific DDR4 memory speeds and compatibility.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 7 1700

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

4.3

Performance

18.0%

5.1

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

6.7

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.6

Platform

1.0%

3.4

Integrated Graphics

5.0
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a technical score of 4.99 points, which is lower than that of 54.5% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

9.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.7
(2117)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

9.6
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a user score of 9.58 points, which is higher than that of 96.7% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
10
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 88.3% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

5.5

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.8
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.8 points, which is higher than 65.9% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

AMD
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

desktop
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

AM4
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 uses the AM4 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 76.3% of processors and equal to that of 9.7% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

X570, B550, X470, B450, X370, B350, A320
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 supports X570, B550, X470, B450, X370, B350, A320 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 71.1% of processors and equal to that of 0.6% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

8
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has 8 CPU cores, which is more than 63.4% of processors and equal to 13.6% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

16
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 offers 16 CPU threads, which is more than 71.1% of processors and equal to 13.9% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

2
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

3.7 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 reaches a boost clock of 3.7 GHz which is lower than that of 72.7% of processors and equal to that of 3.9% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

8 x 3.0 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a base clock of 8x3.0 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

14 nm
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 uses a 14 nm process node, which is older than that of 50.8% of processors and equal to that of 33.7% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

GlobalFoundries 14 nm
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 is built on the GlobalFoundries 14 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 50.8% of processors and equal to that of 4.4% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

16 MB
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has an L3 cache of 16 MB which is larger than that of 64.2% of processors and equal to that of 12.7% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

4 MB
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has an L2 cache of 4 MB which is larger than that of 55.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.2% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

768 KB
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has an L1 cache of 768 KB which is larger than that of 78.2% of processors and equal to that of 3.4% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 supports DDR DDR4, which is newer than that of 26.3% of processors and equal to that of 31.7% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

2,667 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 supports memory speeds up to 2,667 MHz, which is lower than that of 53.7% of processors and equal to 1.2% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR4-2666 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2,666 MHz, which is lower than that of 55.3% of processors and equal to 7.4% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

2,666 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 supports XMP/EXPO memory speeds up to 2,666 MHz, which is higher than that of 88.6% of processors and equal to 1% of processors.
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

128 GB
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 supports up to 128 GB of memory, which is more than 61.9% of processors and equal to 21.4% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

no
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 does not include integrated graphics. 87.6% include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

N/A
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

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Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

N/A
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

65 W
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a TDP of 65 W which is higher than that of 70% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

65 W
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a base power of 65 W which is higher than that of 70.3% of processors and equal to that of 16.4% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

N/A
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

no
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% support configurable TDP.
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AMD Ryzen 7 1700 vs the average processor

  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Has an unlocked CPU multiplier, which makes manual CPU overclocking much easier on supported platforms.
    When it matters: When you plan to push clock speeds beyond stock settings instead of leaving the processor completely at default behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    20 usable lanes
    What it is: The number of PCIe lanes provided directly by the processor.
    When it matters: When you connect fast GPUs, SSDs, or expansion cards.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=20

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.24 vs 16
  • Includes stock cooler
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
    What it is: A stock CPU cooler is included in the box with the processor.
    When it matters: When total build cost matters and you need to know whether separate cooling must be bought right away.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
    When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 16+

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.16 vs 8
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Allows memory speeds beyond official stock settings through manual tuning or profile-based overclocking.
    When it matters: When you want to push RAM performance higher than stock support allows, especially in enthusiast or gaming builds.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
    What it is: The reported operating temperature of the processor.
    When it matters: When you monitor thermals, cooling, or system stability.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <100 °C

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.95 °C vs 100 °C
  • 2x larger L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (768 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
    When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=512 KB

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (768 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.768 KB vs 384 KB
  • Supports ECC memory
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Can work with ECC memory, which helps detect and correct certain memory errors on supported platforms.
    When it matters: When long-term stability, uptime, or data integrity matter more than a basic consumer-style setup.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • Modern CPU socket
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM4 vs FP2).
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 2 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 40.1% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (14,761 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 2x larger L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (768 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 60% larger L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 2x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Supports ECC memory
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • Includes stock cooler
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.

Total
Overall
Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • 3 year/s older release date
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has an older release date than the average processor (2017 vs 2020).
    March 2,017
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 31.6% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (331 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 30.2% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,027 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 14% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 19.6% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,997 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 23.9% slower Blender rendering
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (252.5 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Summit Ridge vs Kaby Lake).
  • 16.7% larger process node
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 7.9% larger die size
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a higher die size than the average processor (192 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • No integrated graphics
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 does not include integrated graphics, the average processor does.
  • 44.4% higher base power
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • No configurable TDP
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 31.6% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (331 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (331 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.331 vs 484
  • 30.2% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,027 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,027 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,027 vs 1,471
  • 14% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.7 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 19.6% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,997 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,997 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,997 vs 2,483
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Summit Ridge vs Kaby Lake).
    What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
    When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Summit Ridge vs Kaby Lake).Summit Ridge vs Kaby Lake
  • 16.7% larger process node
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
    When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <10 nm

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.14 nm vs 12 nm
  • 44.4% higher base power
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.65 W vs 45 W
  • No configurable TDP
    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
    What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
    When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 7 1700 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
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4.7
2117 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about AMD Ryzen 7 1700?

  • Exceptional multi-threaded performance for the price, ideal for workstations and content creation
  • High value proposition, offering 8 cores and 16 threads at a much lower cost than competing Intel chips
  • Low 65W TDP makes it power-efficient and easy to cool compared to its higher-end siblings
  • Unlocked multiplier allows for significant overclocking potential, often matching the performance of the more expensive 1800X
  • Includes a capable and aesthetically pleasing stock cooler (Wraith Spire with RGB)

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 7 1700?

  • Lower single-threaded performance and clock speeds compared to Intel's Kaby Lake competitors
  • Lags behind Intel in 1080p gaming scenarios, particularly in older or less optimized titles
  • Early platform issues included memory compatibility limitations and buggy BIOS firmware
  • Overclocking headroom is often limited to around 3.9 - 4.0 GHz across all cores
  • Lack of 'XFR' (Extended Frequency Range) support found in higher-tier 'X' models

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digitalfoundry.net
05/12/2017
Ryzen 7 1700 and 1700X review: better than the 1800X? - Digital Foundry

Digital Foundry's review identifies the AMD Ryzen 7 1700 as the standout, high-value choice among the initial Ryzen 7 lineup, delivering eight-core performance for £299/$330. While the 1800X serves as the flagship, the 1700 offers identical core architecture and, with manual overclocking, can match the performance of more expensive models, making it the superior choice for...Read more

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kitguru.net
15/03/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 CPU Review - KitGuru

The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 is identified as a high-value 8-core/16-thread processor in the Zen lineup, offering an unlocked multiplier and an efficient 65W TDP at a competitive price point. It excels in multi-threaded productivity tasks, outperforming competing Intel chips in benchmarks, though it faces lower 1080p gaming performance. Key advantages include its capable stock cooler and...Read more

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tomshardware.com
06/04/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 CPU Review - Tom's Hardware

The Tom's Hardware review positions the $330 AMD Ryzen 7 1700 as a high-value, 65W, eight-core champion, offering nearly the same multi-threaded performance as the 1800X, particularly when overclocked to bridge the 3.0 GHz base clock gap. Key pros include exceptional rendering and encoding capability, a low power draw (29.3W–44.3W), and the inclusion of the Wraith Spire cooler,...Read more

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pcmag.com
08/03/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 Review - PCMag

The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 is highlighted by PCMag as an impressive, cost-effective eight-core processor that brings high-end performance to a more accessible price point. A key advantage is its exceptional multi-core performance, making it an excellent choice for workstation tasks like video rendering and encoding, while maintaining efficiency with a low 65-watt TDP. Additionally, the...Read more

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guru3d.com
14/03/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 Review - Guru3D

The Guru3D review highlights the AMD Ryzen 7 1700 as a highly disruptive, budget-friendly 8-core/16-thread processor ($329 USD) offering impressive multi-threaded performance. Operating at a low 65W TDP with 3.0/3.7 GHz clocks, the chip excels in content creation and productivity, often challenging significantly more expensive alternatives. Key advantages include its unlocked...Read more

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notyouraveragetech.wordpress.com
06/03/2018
REVIEW | AMD Ryzen 7 1700: 8-core CPU for gaming and productivity - Not Your Average Tech Would you like me to find overclocking guides or specific ga...

The Ryzen 7 1700 review from Not Your Average Tech highlights the 8-core/16-thread processor as a highly efficient, value-oriented option, boasting a 65W TDP. It delivers exceptional multi-threaded performance for workstation tasks, often matching the more expensive 1800X when overclocked, and includes a capable stock cooler. While it excels in production, potential downsides...Read more

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relaxedtech.com
26/03/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 Review - RelaxedTech

The RelaxedTech review highlights the AMD Ryzen 7 1700 as a high-value 8-core, 16-thread processor that disrupts the high-end market with performance comparable to Intel’s i7-6900K. Operating at a 3.0GHz base clock with a 65W TDP, this 14nm Zen chip boasts exceptional energy efficiency, running cooler than its competitors. pros include an incredible price-to-performance ratio,...Read more

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servethehome.com
03/03/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 Linux Benchmarks - ServeTheHome

The ServeTheHome review identifies the AMD Ryzen 7 1700 as a high-value "Zen" CPU for Linux users, offering 8-core/16-thread performance at a 65W TDP that nears the higher-priced 1800X. Benchmarks show it excels in multi-threaded tasks like code compilation, though it requires a Linux kernel of 4.10 or newer for stability. While offering excellent multi-core performance, the 1700...Read more

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pcworld.com
02/03/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 vs. a 5-year-old gaming PC, or why you should never preorder Would you like to see gaming benchmarks specifically at 1080p or 4K for...

PCWorld’s review of the AMD Ryzen 7 1700 against a five-year-old Intel i5-3570K revealed that, despite high-core-count hype, the older chip outperformed the new CPU in most 1080p gaming scenarios at launch. While the Ryzen 7 1700 achieved a win in Ashes of the Singularity due to superior threading, the overall gaming experience at standard resolutions was lackluster, often acting as...Read more

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tweaktown.com
06/03/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 and 1700X CPU Review - TweakTown

TweakTown's review of the AMD Ryzen 7 1700 and 1700X highlights these processors as highly efficient, 8-core, 16-thread CPUs that offer exceptional, high-end multi-threaded performance at mainstream prices. A major pro is their ability to rival or outperform expensive Intel Broadwell-E chips in productivity tasks, with the 1700X offering 1800X-level performance at a lower cost, and...Read more

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overclockers.com
27/03/2017
AMD RYZEN 7 1700x and 1700 CPU Review

The AMD Ryzen 7 1700X and 1700 CPUs provide exceptional value, offering 8-core, 16-thread performance at a lower price point than competitors. Both processors utilize the Zen architecture to deliver significant IPC gains over prior generations with improved power efficiency. While the 1700X offers high performance for its price, the 65W Ryzen 7 1700 is highlighted for its strong...Read more

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winfuture.de
20/03/2017
How the AMD Ryzen 7 performs in video editing

The WinFuture video review highlights the AMD Ryzen 7 1800X as a high-performance, cost-effective processor for video editing, competing directly with the more expensive Intel Core i7-6900K. With 8 cores and 16 threads, the CPU demonstrates exceptional multi-threaded rendering capabilities, particularly in DaVinci Resolve, while operating with a efficient 95W TDP. Pros of the system...Read more

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chip.de
12/03/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 Review: Giant Performance with One Weakness", "AMD Ryzen 7 1700 Tested - The Secret Star?

The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 is an eight-core, 16-thread processor offering significant multi-threaded value at a 65W TDP, making it a highly efficient option, particularly for users interested in overclocking to 3.8–4.0 GHz to match higher-end models. While the chip delivers strong productivity performance, it struggles in single-threaded tasks and 1080p gaming compared to Intel...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
03/04/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 Review: The Best Deal in the Series

The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 is highlighted as a groundbreaking processor that brought high-end 8-core/16-thread performance to a mainstream price point, excelling significantly in productivity tasks like video encoding and 3D rendering, often surpassing costlier Intel quad-core competitors from its era. Built on the 14nm Zen architecture, it offers excellent energy efficiency with a 65W...Read more

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hardware.fr
15/03/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700X and Ryzen 7 1700 review - printable version

The Hardware.fr review of Intel's Skylake architecture highlights the Core i7-6700K and i5-6600K as 14nm processors offering moderate 5-10% performance gains over Haswell, supported by the new LGA 1151 socket, Z170 chipset, and DDR4 memory. Key pros include enhanced energy efficiency, superior multitasking, and improved integrated Intel HD Graphics 530 performance, making it a...Read more

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tomshardware.fr
15/03/2017
Ryzen 1800X, 1700X, and 1700: Our New Comprehensive Benchmarks

The Tom's Hardware review highlights that the AMD Ryzen 7 1800X, 1700X, and 1700 processors deliver a significant 52% IPC improvement via the Zen architecture, offering strong competition to higher-priced Intel chips in multithreaded tasks. The Ryzen 7 1700 stands out for its price-to-performance, delivering, when overclocked to 3.9–4.0 GHz, performance levels comparable to the more...Read more

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hardware.fr
15/03/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700X and Ryzen 7 1700 Review

The Hardware.fr review characterizes the AMD Ryzen 7 1700X and 1700 as disruptive, mainstream-priced 8-core/16-thread CPUs that offer near-identical performance to the flagship 1800X. While the 1700X (3.4-3.8 GHz) offers higher clocks, the 1700 is highlighted for its excellent efficiency with a 65W TDP. Performance-wise, both chips excel as productivity "monsters," leading in...Read more

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tech.everyeye.it
03/04/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 Review: High Efficiency and Great Multi-Core Performance

The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 is highlighted as a landmark, highly efficient 8-core/16-thread CPU offering exceptional multi-core performance for video editing and rendering at a 65W TDP. While excelling in productivity, it trails slightly in single-core tasks and 1080p gaming compared to contemporary Intel alternatives, but its overclocking potential enables it to match higher-end models....Read more

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tomshw.it
07/04/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 CPU Review - Tom's Hardware

The Tom's Hardware review highlights the AMD Ryzen 7 1700 as an exceptional value proposition, offering 8-core/16-thread performance with a 65W TDP. It excels in heavily threaded productivity tasks, often outperforming higher-priced competitors, while its overclocking potential allows it to match the more expensive 1700X and 1800X models. Despite weak gaming performance and low...Read more

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hwupgrade.it
18/01/2021
AMD Ryzen Processors: Comparing 38 CPUs from the 1000 to 5000 Series

This HWUpgrade analysis compares 38 AMD Ryzen processors, tracking performance evolution from the original Zen architecture through Zen 3 (Ryzen 5000) and highlighting a 52% IPC increase over that period. While early Ryzen 1000/2000 chips improved multi-core tasks, the Zen 3 generation achieved top-tier gaming performance and superior single-threaded speed. Key pros include...Read more

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tweakers.net
02/03/2017
Ryzen 7 Processors Review: AMD is Back in the Race

The launch of the Ryzen 7 1800X, 1700X, and 1700 marked AMD's successful return to the high-end CPU market, utilizing the Zen architecture to deliver 8 cores and 16 threads at a competitive price point, with a major pro being a 52% IPC increase that excels in multi-threaded productivity tasks. While excelling in workstation applications, a notable con was the, at launch, relatively...Read more

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tweakers.net
13/03/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 Boxed with Wraith Spire Cooler - Product reviews

The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 is highlighted as a revolutionary 8-core, 16-thread processor offering exceptional value with a 65W TDP, making it highly power-efficient. A major advantage is the included Wraith Spire cooler, which provides capable and quiet cooling, even for moderate overclocks. While dominating in multi-threaded tasks like video rendering and multitasking, the processor...Read more

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tweakers.net
31/03/2017
AMD's Ryzen 7 1700 Review - Plus Ryzen's gaming performance

The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 is an 8-core, 16-thread processor designed for efficiency with a 65W TDP, offering strong multi-threaded performance in rendering (Cinebench) and video transcoding (Handbrake) at a competitive price point. While stock speeds (3.0-3.7 GHz) are lower than competitors, it excels in productivity applications, providing an excellent price-to-performance ratio. In...Read more

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tweakers.net
25/09/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 Boxed with Wraith Spire cooler - Tweakers

The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 is highlighted as a groundbreaking processor that brought 8-core, 16-thread performance to the mainstream market at a disruptive price point. It operates at a base clock of 3.0 GHz, features a 65W TDP, and includes the capable Wraith Spire cooler, offering high value and overclocking potential. The processor excels in multi-threaded tasks, often rivaling more...Read more

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