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The Ryzen 7 5700X3D is Also Worth Attention
When it comes to AMD’s new processors, the focus of attention recently has been on the Ryzen 8000 series APUs. However, AMD has another new processor that is also worth paying attention to, the Ryzen 7 5700X3D.
Not all AMD platform users are considering upgrading to the AM5 platform at this stage, and many are still choosing to stick with the AM4 platform.
For these users, if the performance of the Ryzen 7 5700X3D is strong enough and offers a high cost-performance ratio, buying it for an upgrade is very appealing. It can rejuvenate an old machine, allowing it to perform well for a few more years, especially for those who are still using the mid and low-end models of the Ryzen 3000 and Ryzen 2000 series.
So, what is the actual performance of the Ryzen 7 5700X3D like? There are rumors that it is a lower quality, cut-down version of its higher-end counterpart, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D. How big is the performance gap between them? This article will reveal the answer.
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Specification Introduction and Comparison between Ryzen 7 5700X3D and Ryzen 7 5800X3D
As usual, let’s first introduce the specific specifications of the Ryzen 7 5700X3D and compare them with the Ryzen 7 5800X3D:
The Ryzen 7 5700X3D was released on January 8, 2024. It uses TSMC’s 7nm process and has 8 cores and 16 threads. Its standard operating frequency is 3.0 GHz, with a maximum frequency of 4.1 GHz. The L1 cache is 512KB, the L2 cache is 4MB, and the L3 cache is 96MB. It has a power consumption of 105W.
The Ryzen 7 5800X3D was released on November 5, 2020. It also uses TSMC’s 7nm process and has 8 cores and 16 threads. Its standard operating frequency is 3.4 GHz, with a maximum frequency of 4.5 GHz. The L1 cache is 512KB, the L2 cache is 4MB, and the L3 cache is 96MB. Its power consumption is 105W, and it was initially priced at $449.
Overall, compared to its elder sibling, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D, the Ryzen 7 5700X3D has not been significantly reduced. All cache capacities remain the same; only the standard and maximum operating frequencies are slightly lower, which is quite reasonable.
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Benchmark Comparison between Ryzen 7 5700X3D and Ryzen 7 5800X3D
After discussing so much, what exactly is the real performance difference between them? The exciting moment has arrived.
On the Geekbench 6 platform, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D scores 2,086 points in single-core performance and 10,929 points in multi-core performance. The Ryzen 7 5700X3D scores 1,926 points in single-core performance and 10,514 points in multi-core performance.
Based on these scores, the single-core and multi-core performance of the Ryzen 7 5700X3D are respectively 8.3% and 3.9% lower than that of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D. This difference is generally within an acceptable range.
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Price and Release Date for Ryzen 7 5700X3D
Regarding the Ryzen 7 5700X3D processor, there’s another important aspect to consider. AMD previously released the Ryzen 5 5600X3D, but this processor was only sold in the US market. So, is the Ryzen 7 5700X3D going to be similar? Will it be available for sale in China?
You can be assured about this matter. According to the information published on AMD’s official website, the sales region includes China, as shown in the image above. As for the price, the Ryzen 7 5700X3D is suggested to retail at $249, and its official release date is January 31st.
From the information currently available, the reduced specifications of the Ryzen 7 5700X3D are not significant, making it a worthwhile purchase. However, as a processor primarily aimed at gaming performance, specifications are just one aspect. The final judgment will depend on its actual gaming performance, especially in comparison to the Ryzen 7 5800X3D.
Expect third-party reviews to be available soon. Please be patient, and I will share the latest updates as soon as they are available. Stay tuned.
