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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£320
  • Avg. price in US: ~$300
  • PassMark benchmark result: 14707
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.7 GHz

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

5.1

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%

5.1

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.1

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%

4.6

Performance

18.0%

5.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

6.6

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.2

Platform

1.0%

2.8

Integrated Graphics

Good
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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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 3.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.1

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    2.9

    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 PRO 1700 is a first-generation Zen architecture processor featuring 8 physical cores and 16 threads, designed for the AM4 socket with a 14nm manufacturing process. Operating at a base frequency of 3.0 GHz and a boost clock up to 3.7 GHz, it is characterized by its high multi-threaded performance and efficient 65W TDP. Main pros include its exceptional value for workstation tasks like video editing, support for ECC memory for professional stability, and an unlocked multiplier that allows for manual overclocking. However, it is held back by relatively lower single-core speeds compared to contemporaneous Intel competitors, sensitivity to RAM speeds/compatibility with its early DDR4 memory controller, and a lack of official support for Windows 11.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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%

?

Performance

18.0%

?

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

?

Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

?

Integrated Graphics

5.1
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 has a technical score of 5.1 points, which is lower than that of 52.6% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% 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%

5.1

Overall score

40.0%

8.8

Price

6.2
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.2 points, which is lower than 56.1% 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 Pro 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 Pro 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, A520, X470, B450, X370, B350, A320
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 supports X570, B550, A520, X470, B450, X370, B350, A320 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 73.8% of processors and equal to that of 4.5% 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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

2,666 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 supports memory speeds up to 2666 MHz, which is lower than that of 55% of processors and equal to 8.1% 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 Pro 1700 supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2666 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

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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

64 GB
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.6% 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 Pro 1700 does not include integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors 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

N/A
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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 1700 does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 vs the average processor

  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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 Pro 1700 has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 1700 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 1700 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 1700 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • Modern CPU socket
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM4 vs FP2).
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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 Pro 1700 has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 39.6% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (14,707 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 2x larger L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 1700 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • Supports ECC memory
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • Includes stock cooler
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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.

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Cache & Architecture
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Power & Thermal
  • 3 year/s older release date
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 has an older release date than the average processor (2,017 vs 2,020).
    June 2017
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 29.2% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,041 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 14% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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.
  • 18.3% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,029 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 23.9% slower Blender rendering
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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 Pro 1700 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Summit Ridge vs Kaby Lake).
  • 16.7% larger process node
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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.
  • 19.7% larger die size
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 has a higher die size than the average processor (213 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 9.1% lower memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,666 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • No integrated graphics
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 does not include integrated graphics, the average processor does.
  • 44.4% higher base power
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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 Pro 1700 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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 Pro 1700 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 29.2% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,041 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 Pro 1700 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,041 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,041 vs 1,471
  • 14% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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 Pro 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
  • 18.3% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,029 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 Pro 1700 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,029 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.2,029 vs 2,483
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 1700 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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.
    What it is: The highest safe operating junction temperature before the CPU starts throttling or protecting itself.
    When it matters: When you tune cooling or monitor thermals under load.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=100 °C

    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 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.95 °C vs 100 °C
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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700?

  • Excellent multi-threaded performance for workstation tasks like video encoding and content creation
  • High price-to-performance ratio, offering 8 cores at a fraction of the cost of competing high-end chips
  • Low power consumption with a 65W TDP, making it highly energy efficient
  • Unlocked multiplier allows for easy overclocking to match the performance of more expensive Ryzen models
  • Operates at lower temperatures compared to higher-end 95W Ryzen and Intel models
  • Includes a capable bundled cooler (Wraith Spire) with some versions

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700?

  • Lower single-core performance compared to Intel's contemporary Kaby Lake processors
  • Noticeable performance gap in 1080p gaming where the CPU becomes a bottleneck
  • Early issues with memory compatibility and stability at higher clock speeds
  • Lower out-of-the-box base and boost clock speeds than the 1700X and 1800X variants
  • Lack of integrated graphics requires a dedicated graphics card for any display output
  • Initial platform maturity issues, including BIOS and software optimization hurdles

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AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 vs Ryzen 7 1700X - CPU Benchmarks Please note that the AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 1700 is a specific business-oriented version of the consum...

PassMark data indicates the AMD Ryzen 7 1700X offers roughly 6% higher multi-threaded performance than the Ryzen 7 PRO 1700, driven by higher base (3.4 GHz) and boost (3.8 GHz) clocks. While the 1700X excels in raw speed and supports XFR for better overclocking, it consumes 30W more power than the 65W TDP Ryzen 7 PRO 1700. Conversely, the PRO 1700 boasts superior energy efficiency...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
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AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 is an eight-core, 16-thread processor based on 14nm "Zen" architecture, operating at a 3.0 GHz base clock with a 65W TDP. It features excellent power efficiency and, being "unlocked," offers high-end multi-threaded performance comparable to higher-tier chips when overclocked. The processor delivers high value for heavily threaded workloads like video...Read more

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phonandroid.com
24/02/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 VS Intel i7-7700K: AMD is back to bleed Intel dry

The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 challenges the Intel Core i7-7700K by offering superior 8-core/16-thread performance for multi-threaded tasks, rendering, and heavy multitasking at a lower 65W TDP. While the Ryzen chip provides better value and future-proofing via the AM4 platform, it falls behind in raw gaming performance. Conversely, the Intel Core i7-7700K maintains its lead in...Read more

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

The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 is an 8-core, 16-thread processor lauded as a high-value, power-efficient option for heavy multi-threaded workloads, video encoding, and 3D rendering. It delivers workstation-class performance at a 65W TDP, often outperforming higher-priced competitors in productivity tasks. However, it generally trails Intel's lineup in single-threaded performance and gaming at...Read more

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tomshw.it
07/04/2017
Ryzen 7 1700 Review - Tom's Hardware", "Testing the Ryzen 7 1700 - Tom's Hardware

The Ryzen 7 1700 is highlighted as the most compelling entry in AMD’s initial 8-core lineup due to its exceptional value, operating cooler and consuming less power than its 95W counterparts while delivering elite multi-threaded performance in professional workloads like Blender and HandBrake. While it faces challenges in gaming, trailing behind Intel’s Kaby Lake CPUs 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 Everyeye Tech review highlights the AMD Ryzen 7 1700 as a breakthrough 8-core, 16-thread processor offering exceptional multi-core performance for its price, particularly praising its 65W TDP energy efficiency. While excelling in workstation tasks, the chip shows lower single-core performance compared to Intel rivals like the i7-7700K, trailing in 1080p gaming scenarios....Read more

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hwupgrade.it
08/06/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 vs. Ryzen 5: 7 Versions Compared with Intel Core CPUs

This HWUpgrade.it review compares seven AMD Ryzen 7000 series (Zen 4) processors against Intel Core counterparts, highlighting up to 29% higher single-threaded performance and 5.7 GHz clock speeds. Key advantages include exceptional multi-core performance for productivity, the longevity of the LGA AM5 platform, and integrated RDNA2 graphics, with non-X models offering improved...Read more

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tweakers.net
31/03/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 review: The budget octa-core that boosts Ryzen's gaming performance

The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 is identified as the "sweet spot" of the first-gen Zen lineup, delivering an 8-core, 16-thread configuration with a 65W TDP that provides superior power efficiency and lower operating temperatures compared to the 1700X and 1800X. A major advantage is its exceptional value proposition, allowing users to overclock the CPU to match higher-end models, though it...Read more

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techpulse.be
04/04/2017
AMD Ryzen 7 review: which processor should you buy?

The TechPulse review evaluates the AMD Ryzen 7 9000-series as a high-end mainstream solution, emphasizing that the 8-core, 16-thread processors (Zen 4/5) offer superior performance-per-dollar and future-proofing over Intel counterparts. Key pros include exceptional energy efficiency and multitasking capabilities, with the 3D V-Cache models providing market-leading gaming performance...Read more

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