Ryzen 7 1700

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Ryzen 7 1700

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Ryzen 7 1700 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,412 Rank: 544
Rank Name Score Visual
540 Intel Core i7-4850HQ 5,423
+0.2%
541 Core i5-9500F 5,422
+0.2%
542 Core i7-6700 5,422
+0.2%
543 Xeon Silver 4216 5,415
+0.1%
544 Ryzen 7 1700 5,412
545 Core i5-6585R 5,411
+-0%
546 Xeon Gold 6134 5,409
-0.1%
547 Pentium Gold G5600 5,406
-0.1%
548 Core i5-10500 5,406
-0.1%
549 Core i7-1165G7 5,406
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Ryzen 7 1700 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,317 Rank: 461
Rank Name Score Visual
457 Ryzen 7 2700 5,325
+0.2%
458 Xeon E5-1650 v3 5,324
+0.1%
459 Ryzen 5 4600G 5,323
+0.1%
460 Xeon E5-2667 v4 5,317
+0%
461 Ryzen 7 1700 5,317
462 Core i9-9880H 5,316
+-0%
463 Core i7-7800X 5,313
-0.1%
464 Core i5-10600KF 5,309
-0.2%
465 Xeon E5-4650 v4 5,304
-0.2%
466 Ryzen 7 PRO 5875U 5,304
-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Ryzen 7 1700 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,475 Rank: 570
Rank Name Score Visual
566 Core i7-7700HQ 5,479
+0.1%
567 Core i5-4670K 5,479
+0.1%
568 Xeon E5-2637 v4 5,478
+0.1%
569 EPYC 7742 5,476
+0%
570 Ryzen 7 1700 5,475
571 Core i7-9850H 5,473
+-0%
572 Core i5-9400 5,473
+-0%
573 Core i5-4690 5,473
+-0%
574 Xeon E3-1220 v5 5,472
-0.1%
575 Core i7-7660U 5,471
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Ryzen 7 1700 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,895 Rank: 449
Rank Name Score Visual
445 Xeon E-2286G 4,899
+0.1%
446 Xeon D-1577 4,899
+0.1%
447 Core i7-8086K 4,899
+0.1%
448 Xeon E-2246G 4,896
+0%
449 Ryzen 7 1700 4,895
450 Xeon E-2236 4,894
+-0%
451 Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 4,894
+-0%
452 Xeon Gold 6128 4,893
+-0%
453 Ryzen 5 4600G 4,892
-0.1%
454 Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G 4,891
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Ryzen 7 1700 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

5,150 Rank: 341
Rank Name Score Visual
337 Xeon E5-2687W v4 5,161
+0.2%
338 Ryzen 5 3600XT 5,158
+0.2%
339 Xeon D-2187NT 5,157
+0.1%
340 Xeon Gold 6334 5,155
+0.1%
341 Ryzen 7 1700 5,150
342 Ryzen 7 PRO 1700 5,148
+-0%
343 Xeon Gold 5117 5,142
-0.2%
344 Xeon E5-2689 v4 5,141
-0.2%
345 Ryzen 5 3600X 5,139
-0.2%
346 Core i7-6950X 5,138
-0.2%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Ryzen 7 1700 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,834 Rank: 528
Rank Name Score Visual
524 Xeon E-2274G 4,835
+0%
525 Core i7-5950HQ 4,835
+0%
526 Xeon Silver 4108 4,834
+0%
527 Core i5-8600T 4,834
+0%
528 Ryzen 7 1700 4,834
529 Xeon E5-1660 v2 4,834
+0%
530 Xeon E3-1575M v5 4,833
+-0%
531 Xeon E-2334 4,833
+-0%
532 Xeon W-2123 4,832
+-0%
533 Ryzen 7 PRO 2700 4,831
-0.1%

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Ryzen 7 1700 Details

Ranked #544 in overall performance among 2060 processors, the Ryzen 7 1700 delivers a balanced mix of single-core and multi-threaded performance that remains relevant for mainstream desktop computing. Despite being launched in March 2017, its 6-core, 12-thread design based on AMD's Zen architecture has held up well in real-world workloads, particularly for content creation and multitasking. With a base clock of 3.5 GHz and a turbo frequency of 4.0 GHz, the processor leverages the 14 nm process node from GlobalFoundries to deliver strong efficiency and performance, especially when paired with a Wraith Spire cooler and DDR4 memory up to 2666 MT/s.

The Ryzen 7 1700 features 16 MB of L3 cache and a 65 W TDP, making it one of AMD's most efficient high-performance desktop CPUs at the time of release. It supports ECC memory, a rare feature in consumer-grade processors, which adds value for users requiring data integrity. The chip uses a dual-channel memory interface and supports up to 64 GB of DDR3 1066/1333/1600 memory, though the official maximum speed is 2666 MT/s. This makes it ideal for users who need large memory capacity without sacrificing performance.

In benchmark testing, the Ryzen 7 1700 achieves a Passmark Overall Score of 5412, placing it just ahead of the Core i5-10500 and slightly behind the Core i7-6700 in single-core performance. Its single-core score of 5475 places it in the middle tier of consumer processors, outperforming many older Intel offerings but trailing behind modern high-end CPUs. In multicore testing, the score of 5317 positions it among mid-tier processors, with only a few Xeon and Ryzen models exceeding it. This indicates that while it’s not a top-tier performer by today’s standards, it remains competitive in multi-threaded applications.

Notably, the Ryzen 7 1700 does not include integrated graphics, meaning it requires a discrete GPU for display output. However, it supports a wide range of features such as AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and AMD-V, which enhance performance in encryption, virtualization, and multimedia tasks. The processor also supports Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT), which effectively doubles the number of threads, enabling efficient parallel processing. With a PCIe 3.0 interface and up to 40 lanes, it offers ample bandwidth for high-speed storage and expansion cards.

As of March 2026, the Ryzen 7 1700 remains a solid option for budget-conscious users or those upgrading from older platforms. While it no longer competes with flagship CPUs like the Core Ultra 9 285K or Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX, its strong multi-threaded performance and feature set make it suitable for productivity workloads, light gaming, and entry-level content creation. Its longevity and unlocked multiplier also make it a favorite among enthusiasts looking to overclock on a budget.
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AMD Ryzen 7 1700

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Ryzen 7 1700
Model Number: i7-3970X
Cores: 6
Threads: 12
Base Frequency: 3500 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 30x (unlocked)
Core Name: Zen
Socket: FCLGA1150
Package: µPGA
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 150 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 94.208 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.488 MiB
L3 Cache: 15.259 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3 1066/1333/1600
Memory Channels: 4
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 51.2 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 40
PCIe Configuration: Up to 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 4600
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1200 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 32 nm
Die Area: 192 mm²
Manufacturer: GlobalFoundries
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES F16C x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT SSE4a SHA AMD-V TSX SMT Flex Memory FMA
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