AMD Ryzen 3 1300X vs AMD Ryzen 7 1700

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Performance
Ryzen 3 1300X
6,57918% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 170093% better
12,72334% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 1700 has 93% better performance than the Ryzen 3 1300X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 3 1300X32% better
5142% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 1700
38.6732% of 121.53

The Ryzen 3 1300X has 32% better value for the money than the Ryzen 7 1700 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 3 1300X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 3 1300X is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2017 with a suggested retail price of $129. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 3 lineup, which is based on the Zen microarchitecture. The 1300X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 3 1300X supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 3 1300X has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 3 1300X features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.4 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.7 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 3 1300X does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Ryzen 3 1300X has the 362nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 17.79% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 6,579 score and $129 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 51. This is the 43rd best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD Ryzen 7 1700 CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2017 with a suggested retail price of $329. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen microarchitecture. The 1700 is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 7 1700 supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 7 1700 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 16 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 7 1700 features 8 total cores which can process 16 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.0 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.7 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 7 1700 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Ryzen 7 1700 has the 179th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 34.39% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 12,723 score and $329 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 38.67. This is the 82nd best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoRyzen 3 1300XRyzen 7 1700
ManufacturerAMDAMD
SeriesRyzen 3Ryzen 7
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ3 2017Q1 2017
Launch Price (MSRP)$129$329
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 3 1300X
6,57918% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 170093% better
12,72334% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 1700 has 93% better performance than the Ryzen 3 1300X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 3 1300X is ranked 362nd with a score of 6,579, and the Ryzen 7 1700 is ranked 179th with a score of 12,723.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 3 1300X32% better
5142% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 1700
38.6732% of 121.53

The Ryzen 3 1300X has 32% better value for the money than the Ryzen 7 1700 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 3 1300X is ranked 43rd with a performance per dollar of 51, and the Ryzen 7 1700 is ranked 82nd with a performance per dollar of 38.67.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Ryzen 3 1300X or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-870013,310+102%
Ryzen 3 3300X12,952+97%
Ryzen 7 170012,723+93%
Ryzen 5 260012,405+89%
Ryzen 5 2600X12,074+84%
Ryzen 3 2200G6,805+3%
Core i5-35506,593+0%
Ryzen 3 1300X6,579
Core i5-2500K6,571-0%
Core i5-44606,499-1%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Ryzen 3 1300X or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 3 120054.82+7%
Core i5-840051.94+2%
Ryzen 3 1300X51
Ryzen 5 160050.98-0%
Ryzen 5 1500X50.61-1%
Core i7-8700K41.13-19%
Core i5-11400T40.21-21%
Ryzen 7 170038.67-24%
Core i7-9700K38.07-25%
Core i9-9900K35.38-31%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkRyzen 3 1300XRyzen 7 1700
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
6,579
12,723
(+93.39%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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7,116
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
558
1,414
(+153.41%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
152
(+3.4%)
147
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,133
5,208
(+66.23%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,103
(+7.61%)
1,025
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
6,970
14,811
(+112.5%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,125
(+6.3%)
1,999
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecRyzen 3 1300XRyzen 7 1700
ManufacturerAMDAMD
FoundryGlobalFoundriesGlobalFoundries
Process Size14 nm14 nm
Transistors4,800 million4,800 million

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecRyzen 3 1300XRyzen 7 1700
SeriesRyzen 3Ryzen 7
MicroarchitectureZenZen
CodenameZenZen
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryYesYes

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen 3 1300XRyzen 7 1700
Cores48
Threads416
Clock Speed3.4 GHz3.0 GHz
Turbo Clock3.7 GHz3.7 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier34.0x30.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesYes

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen 3 1300XRyzen 7 1700
L1 Cache96 KB96 KB
L2 Cache512 KB512 KB
L3 Cache8 MB16 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecRyzen 3 1300XRyzen 7 1700
SocketAMD Socket AM4AMD Socket AM4
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W65 W
TJ Max95 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecRyzen 3 1300XRyzen 7 1700
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, Precision Boost, XFRMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.