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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£300
  • Avg. price in US: ~$330
  • PassMark benchmark result: 16959
  • N. of physical cores: 8
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.1 GHz

AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.0

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%

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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%

4.4

Performance

18.0%

5.2

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

6.7

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

5.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.5

Platform

1.0%

3.4

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%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 3.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.7

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.5

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    4.9

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    3.5

    N. of physical cores

  • 3.7
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    3.2

    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 2700X is an 8-core, 16-thread desktop processor built on the 12nm Zen+ architecture, featuring a 3.6GHz base clock, a 4.1GHz max boost clock, and a 16MB L3 cache. Tailored for enterprise environments, it distinguishes itself with 'PRO' security features and support for ECC memory while maintaining a 95W TDP. Its main strengths include exceptional multi-threaded performance for productivity and workstation tasks, excellent value compared to contemporary competitors, and out-of-the-box stability. However, it lacks an unlocked multiplier for manual overclocking found in the consumer 'X' variant and exhibits lower single-threaded performance in gaming and legacy applications compared to high-end Intel alternatives.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X

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%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

5.0
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a technical score of 4.98 points, which is lower than that of 54.7% 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 2700X 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%

5.0

Overall score

40.0%

8.9

Price

6.2
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X 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 2700X 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 2700X 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, X300, A300
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X supports X570, B550, A520, X470, B450, X370, B350, A320, X300, A300 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 78.5% of processors and equal to that of 0.4% 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 2700X 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 2700X 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 2700X 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 2700X 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

4.1 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X reaches a boost clock of 4.1 GHz which is lower than that of 56.2% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% 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 3.7 GHz
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a base clock of 8x3.7 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

12 nm
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X uses a 12 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 49.3% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% 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 12 nm
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X is built on the GlobalFoundries 12 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 49.3% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% 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 2700X 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 2700X 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 2700X 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 2700X 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

2,933 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X supports memory speeds up to 2933 MHz, which is higher than that of 46.3% of processors and equal to 5.1% 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

DDR4-2933 MHz
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2933 MHz, which is higher than that of 46.8% of processors and equal to 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 2700X 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

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AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X 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

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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

95 W
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a TDP of 95 W which is higher than that of 88.7% of processors and equal to that of 1.8% 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

105 W
AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a base power of 105 W which is higher than that of 91.1% of processors and equal to that of 1.1% 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 2700X does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X vs the average processor

  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X 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 2700X has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X 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 2700X 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 2700X 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 2700X includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X 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 2700X has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.16 vs 8
  • 15 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (85 °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 2700X has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (85 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.85 °C vs 100 °C
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X 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 2700X supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 42.1% better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (3,956 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
    When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4700

    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (3,956 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.3,956 vs 2,783
  • 2x larger L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X 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 2700X 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
  • Modern CPU socket
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM4 vs FP2).
  • Broader instruction support
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 8 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has more CPU threads than the average processor (16 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 42.1% better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (3,956 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 61% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (16,959 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 2 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has more CPU cores than the average processor (8 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 27.6% higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (6,115 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 2x larger L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X 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 2700X 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 2700X 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 2700X 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.
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 12 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X 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 2700X supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • Supports ECC memory
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • Includes stock cooler
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 15 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (85 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.

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Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • 2 year/s older release date
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has an older release date than the average processor (2,018 vs 2,020).
    September 2018
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 14.7% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,255 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 11.2% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (430 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 4.7% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 7.8% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,290 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Pinnacle Ridge vs Kaby Lake).
  • 19.7% larger die size
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a higher die size than the average processor (213 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • No integrated graphics
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X does not include integrated graphics, the average processor does.
  • 2.33x higher base power
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a higher base power draw than the average processor (105 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 15 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (85 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • No configurable TDP
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 2.11x higher TDP
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a higher TDP than the average processor (95 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 2.33x higher base power
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a higher base power draw than the average processor (105 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 2700X has a higher base power draw than the average processor (105 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.105 W vs 45 W
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Pinnacle 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 2700X uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Pinnacle Ridge vs Kaby Lake).Pinnacle Ridge vs Kaby Lake
  • 15 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (85 °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 2700X has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (85 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.85 °C vs 100 °C
  • 14.7% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,255 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 2700X has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,255 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,255 vs 1,471
  • No configurable TDP
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X 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 2700X does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 11.2% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (430 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 Pro 2700X has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (430 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.430 vs 484
  • 2.11x higher TDP
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a higher TDP than the average processor (95 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    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

    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a higher TDP than the average processor (95 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.95 W vs 45 W
  • 19.7% larger die size
    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a higher die size than the average processor (213 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X has a higher die size than the average processor (213 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².213 mm² vs 178 mm²
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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X?

  • Excellent multi-threaded performance, making it a strong choice for workstation applications, video editing, and rendering
  • Great value for money compared to similarly priced Intel competitors at the time of release
  • Improved memory compatibility and reduced cache latency over the first-generation Ryzen processors
  • Backward compatibility with existing X370 motherboards, providing an easy upgrade path for early Ryzen adopters
  • Higher maximum operating temperature (95°C) and lower TDP (95W) compared to the non-Pro 2700X variant
  • Capable of maintaining solid performance in multitasking and modern gaming at 1080p

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700X?

  • Lags behind Intel competitors in single-threaded workloads and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios
  • The Pro version lacks an unlocked multiplier, making it unsuitable for traditional manual overclocking compared to the standard 2700X
  • High energy draw when pushed to its performance limits
  • Sensitive to RAM speeds; performance can be significantly bottlenecked if paired with slow memory
  • Beginning to show its age in 2025/2026, struggling with some of the latest high-end titles and newest GPUs
  • Occasional reports of thermal throttling if not paired with a sufficiently beefy cooling solution

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The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X is a 12nm, 8-core/16-thread desktop processor designed for the AM4 socket, featuring a 3.7 GHz base clock and 4.3 GHz boost. It excels in multi-threaded productivity tasks, such as rendering and encoding, often outperforming competitors in heavy workloads, while the included Wraith Prism cooler offers superior stock cooling with RGB lighting. Drawbacks...Read more

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cgmagonline.com
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CGMagazine describes the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X as a 12nm, 8-core/16-thread flagship that solidifies AMD’s dominance in multi-threaded workloads, outperforming its predecessor in benchmarks like Cinebench R15. The review highlights the high-quality Wraith Prism RGB cooler and StoreMI technology as significant value additions, despite the 105W TDP. While providing excellent performance...Read more

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The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, a 12nm, 8-core/16-thread processor, acts as a refined second-generation successor to the Ryzen 1700X/1800X, offering improved clock speeds (3.7GHz-4.3GHz). A key pro identified is the inclusion of the highly capable Wraith Prism RGB cooler, providing excellent value out of the box. The processor boasts strong multi-threaded performance suitable for workstation...Read more

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The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, a 12nm "Zen+" refinement, delivers improved 8-core/16-thread performance with all-core boosts exceeding 4GHz, bundled with the high-quality Wraith Prism cooler for £299.99. Key advantages include better memory support (3600MHz), improved Precision Boost 2/XFR2 technology, and strong value against Intel competitors. While offering roughly 14% higher performance...Read more

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extremetech.com
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AMD Ryzen 7 2700X Review: Can AMD Cream Intel's Coffee Lake?

The ExtremeTech review of the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X concludes that AMD has reclaimed its "pole position" by offering a processor that excels in multi-threaded workloads while closing the gaming gap with Intel, utilizing a refined 12nm, 8-core/16-thread architecture. The 2700X is praised for its exceptional performance in rendering and video encoding, as well as the inclusion of the...Read more

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trustedreviews.com
19/04/2018
Ryzen 7 2700X Review

The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, an 8-core/16-thread 12nm CPU, serves as a refined successor to the 1800X, offering 3.7GHz-4.3GHz speeds and exceptional multi-threaded performance suitable for content creation. Key advantages include its 105W TDP, high-quality bundled Wraith Prism cooler, and AM4 platform longevity with excellent X370 board compatibility. Performance tests highlight the 2700X...Read more

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pcmag.com
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The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X is a high-performance 8-core/16-thread "Zen+" desktop processor that offers exceptional value, competing favorably with Intel’s Core i7-8700K in multi-threaded workstation tasks like rendering and video encoding. It features a refined 12nm process, improved Precision Boost 2 technology, and includes the high-quality RGB Wraith Prism cooler, making it a strong...Read more

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techspot.com
19/04/2018
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X & Ryzen 5 2600X Review

The TechSpot review of AMD's Ryzen 7 2700X and Ryzen 5 2600X highlights these "Zen+" processors as a refined 12nm evolution featuring higher clock speeds and lower cache latencies, offering a productivity-focused 8-core/16-thread flagship and a high-value 6-core/12-thread model. The 2700X excels in multi-threaded tasks, outperforming the 1800X by roughly 10%, while both processors...Read more

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tomshardware.com
19/04/2018
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X Review

The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, as reviewed by Tom's Hardware, features a refined 12nm process, delivering 8 cores, 16 threads, and superior multi-core performance in productivity tasks. Key strengths include the high-performance Wraith Prism RGB cooler, X370 platform compatibility, and advanced StoreMI storage acceleration. While Precision Boost 2 and XFR2 enhance stock performance, the...Read more

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pcwelt.de
19/04/2018
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X Review: Eight-Core CPU with Multi-Core Power

The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, a 12nm "Pinnacle Ridge" CPU with eight cores and 16 threads, was reviewed by PC-Welt as a high-performance 2nd Gen flagship designed to compete with Intel's Core i7-8700K. Key advantages highlighted include superior multi-threaded performance, improved RAM compatibility, and backward compatibility with X370 motherboards. Optimized for content creation and...Read more

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hardware-journal.de
19/04/2018
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X Review: Don't Worry, It Just Wants to Play

The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, based on the 12nm Zen+ architecture, acts as a refined, higher-clocked successor to the 1800X, delivering superior multi-threaded performance alongside the efficient, aesthetic Wraith Prism RGB cooler. Key performance gains arise from improved Precision Boost 2 and XFR2 technologies, resulting in a 16-20% boost in rendering and encoding tasks, though it still...Read more

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computerbild.de
19/04/2018
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The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, a "Zen+" refresh on a 12nm process, offers improved multi-core performance (3.7GHz base/4.3GHz boost) and includes the capable Wraith Prism RGB cooler. It excels in productivity and content creation, utilizing Precision Boost 2 and XFR2 for better frequency scaling across cores. As a pro, it supports older AM4 motherboards, making it a viable upgrade path....Read more

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hardware-mag.de
17/04/2019
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The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X and 2700 utilize a refined 12nm "Zen+" architecture to deliver improved clock speeds and better memory latency compared to their predecessors. Featuring Precision Boost 2 and XFR2, these 8-core processors excel in multi-threaded tasks, with the 2700X offering high-frequency performance and the 2700 providing an efficient, 65W alternative. Performance highlights...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
01/02/2026
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The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, based on Zen 5 architecture, is a top-tier 8-core gaming processor featuring 2nd Gen 3D V-Cache technology that positions the cache under the die for enhanced thermal management and higher sustained speeds. It delivers superior gaming performance, boasting a 10–25% edge over the 7800X3D and significantly outpacing competitors like the i9-14900K in specific...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
30/03/2026
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The Intel Core i9-14900KS, as shown in validation t749mf/32, delivers industry-leading single-thread performance by reaching a 6.2 GHz boost frequency, cementing its status as a top-tier enthusiast processor. Utilizing premium-binned silicon with 24 cores and 32 threads, it offers exceptional multi-threaded power for heavy rendering workloads while maintaining compatibility with...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
30/03/2026
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X - CPU Benchmarks (Average Test Data)

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X is an 8-core, 16-thread desktop processor based on the Zen+ architecture, featuring a 3.7 GHz base clock and a 105W TDP. It provides exceptional multi-threaded performance, making it highly capable for rendering and productivity tasks while offering enhanced security features suited for business environments. However, its single-threaded performance lags...Read more

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30/03/2026
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The provided Geekbench page for the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X acts as a technical database of user-submitted benchmark scores rather than a subjective review, showcasing 8 cores, 16 threads, and a 3.6 GHz base clock. Key advantages highlighted include its 95W TDP, which is lower than the standard 2700X, and its suitability for secure enterprise environments. However, disadvantages...Read more

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19/04/2018
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tech.everyeye.it
19/04/2018
AMD Second Generation Ryzen Review: Testing the 2700X and 2600X

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tomshw.it
18/04/2018
Ryzen 7 2700X Review: More Powerful, Smarter, and More Efficient

The Tom’s Hardware review characterizes the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X as a refined "Zen+" 12nm processor featuring 8 cores/16 threads, boosting up to 4.3 GHz via improved Precision Boost 2 technology, and bundled with the effective Wraith Prism cooler. Benchmarks show significant improvements in multi-threaded productivity tasks, such as rendering and encoding, while reduced memory and...Read more

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bpm-power.com
10/08/2020
Is It Still Worth It? AMD Ryzen 7 2700X Review

This review from BPM Power evaluates the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, finding that its 8 cores and 16 threads, combined with a 12nm architecture, still offer solid multi-threaded performance for budget to mid-range PC builds. The CPU is praised for its strong productivity capabilities, including rendering and multitasking, while providing high-value, cost-effective 1080p gaming performance...Read more

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tecnorecensioni.com
02/07/2019
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X Review by Smartphone-Italia

The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X (12nm "Zen+") delivers strong multi-core performance for workstations, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads with a 3.7 GHz base clock. Powered by Precision Boost 2 and XFR 2, the processor shines in rendering and multitasking tasks while offering compatibility with existing AM4 platforms. Key advantages include the bundled, high-quality Wraith Prism LED cooler,...Read more

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multiplayer.it
19/04/2018
Ryzen 5 2600X and Ryzen 7 2700X: The Review

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techtesters.eu
19/04/2018
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X review - Techtesters

The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, an 8-core/16-thread processor based on the 12nm "Zen+" architecture, offers improved performance over its predecessor with higher 3.7GHz base and 4.3GHz boost clocks. It excels in multi-threaded productivity tasks and comes with the efficient Wraith Prism RGB cooler, making it a strong value proposition. While narrowing the gap, single-core performance still...Read more

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