Ryzen 7 3700X vs Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE

AMD

Ryzen 7 3700X

8 Cores16 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.4 GHz2019

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AMD

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE

8 Cores16 Thrd35 WWMax: 4.3 GHz2020

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Performance Spectrum - CPU

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Ryzen 7 3700X

2019

Why buy it

  • Better for gaming: +21.9% higher average FPS across 3 shared CPU benchmark tests.
  • +300% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 8 MB).
  • Delivers 14.4% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 68.2 vs 59.6 PassMark/$ ($329 MSRP vs $309 MSRP).
  • 100+% more PCIe lanes (24 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

  • 6.5% HIGHER MSRP
    $329 MSRPvs$309 MSRP
  • 85.7% higher power demand at 65W vs 35W.

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE

2020

Why buy it

  • Costs $20 less on MSRP ($309 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).
  • Draws 35W instead of 65W, a 30W reduction.

Trade-offs

  • Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen 7 3700X across 3 shared CPU benchmark tests.
  • Lower PassMark (18,409 vs 22,430).
  • Smaller total L3 cache (8 MB vs 32 MB).
  • Lower PassMark per dollar, at 59.6 vs 68.2 PassMark/$ ($309 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen 7 3700X better than Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE?
Yes. Ryzen 7 3700X is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 21.9% average FPS lead across 3 shared CPU game tests in our data and 21.8% better PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.
Which one is better for gaming?
If gaming is the priority, Ryzen 7 3700X is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 21.9% more average FPS across 3 shared CPU game tests.
Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?
For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Ryzen 7 3700X is the better fit. You are getting 21.8% better PassMark, backed by 8 cores and 16 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 300% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 8 MB).
Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?
Ryzen 7 3700X is the smarter buy today. Ryzen 7 3700X is 6.5% more expensive on MSRP at $329 MSRP versus $309 MSRP, and it gives you a 21.9% average FPS lead across 3 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 14.4% better value on MSRP (68.2 vs 59.6 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.
Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2020 vs 2019). That makes it the safer long-term pick.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

PresetRyzen 7 3700XRyzen 7 PRO 4750GE
1080p
low200 FPS174 FPS
medium163 FPS141 FPS
high137 FPS112 FPS
ultra110 FPS91 FPS
1440p
low156 FPS149 FPS
medium121 FPS119 FPS
high100 FPS95 FPS
ultra80 FPS77 FPS
4K
low84 FPS79 FPS
medium71 FPS69 FPS
high56 FPS54 FPS
ultra44 FPS42 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

PresetRyzen 7 3700XRyzen 7 PRO 4750GE
1080p
low561 FPS336 FPS
medium525 FPS288 FPS
high428 FPS255 FPS
ultra383 FPS225 FPS
1440p
low545 FPS291 FPS
medium471 FPS258 FPS
high394 FPS233 FPS
ultra337 FPS200 FPS
4K
low350 FPS236 FPS
medium304 FPS217 FPS
high274 FPS198 FPS
ultra242 FPS173 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

PresetRyzen 7 3700XRyzen 7 PRO 4750GE
1080p
low561 FPS460 FPS
medium561 FPS460 FPS
high561 FPS460 FPS
ultra561 FPS460 FPS
1440p
low561 FPS460 FPS
medium561 FPS460 FPS
high538 FPS449 FPS
ultra470 FPS391 FPS
4K
low499 FPS433 FPS
medium394 FPS366 FPS
high343 FPS324 FPS
ultra275 FPS262 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

PresetRyzen 7 3700XRyzen 7 PRO 4750GE
1080p
low561 FPS460 FPS
medium561 FPS460 FPS
high561 FPS460 FPS
ultra561 FPS460 FPS
1440p
low561 FPS460 FPS
medium561 FPS460 FPS
high561 FPS460 FPS
ultra555 FPS460 FPS
4K
low561 FPS460 FPS
medium501 FPS444 FPS
high447 FPS390 FPS
ultra396 FPS329 FPS

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 7 3700X and Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE

AMD

Ryzen 7 3700X

The Ryzen 7 3700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 22,430 points. Launch price was $329.

AMD

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE

The Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 18,409 points. Launch price was $299.

Processing Power

Both the Ryzen 7 3700X and Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3700X versus 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE — a 2.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 3700X (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Ryzen 7 3700X uses the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 3700X scores 22,430 against the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE's 18,409 — a 19.7% lead for the Ryzen 7 3700X. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 3700X vs 8 MB on the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE.

FeatureRyzen 7 3700XRyzen 7 PRO 4750GE
Cores / Threads
8 / 16
8 / 16
Boost Clock
4.4 GHz+2%
4.3 GHz
Base Clock
3.6 GHz+16%
3.1 GHz
L3 Cache
32 MB+300%
8 MB
L2 Cache
512K (per core)
512 kB (per core)
Process
7 nm, 12 nm
7 nm
Architecture
Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020)
Renoir (2020−2023)
PassMark
22,430+22%
18,409
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Memory & Platform

Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 4.0.

FeatureRyzen 7 3700XRyzen 7 PRO 4750GE
Socket
AM4
AM4
PCIe Generation
PCIe 4.0+33%
PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity
128 GB
RAM Channels
2
ECC Support
Yes
PCIe Lanes
24
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Value Analysis

The Ryzen 7 3700X launched at $329 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE debuted at $309. On MSRP ($329 vs $309), the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE is $20 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 3700X delivers 68.2 pts/$ vs 59.6 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE — making the Ryzen 7 3700X the 13.5% better value option.

FeatureRyzen 7 3700XRyzen 7 PRO 4750GE
MSRP
$329
$309-6%
Performance per Dollar
68.2+14%
59.6
Release Date
2019
2020