Valorant
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Ryzen 5 3500X vs Ryzen 7 3700X
The Ryzen 5 3500X is slightly slower than the Ryzen 7 3700X on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much better value for money, as it's $190.00 cheaper!
Ryzen 5 3500X35% Score
- Is 3 months newer
Ryzen 7 3700X39% Score
- Up to 7% faster on average across 100+ games
- Available for $290.00
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
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OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen 5 3500X or Ryzen 7 3700X?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 3700X. It's 11% faster than the Ryzen 5 3500X on average across 100+ games, scoring 39/100 vs 35/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 7 3700X than Ryzen 5 3500X?expand_more
11% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Ryzen 5 3500X or Ryzen 7 3700X?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 3700X is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 7 3700X worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 39/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen 5 3500X and Ryzen 7 3700X?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen 5 3500X scores 35/100, Ryzen 7 3700X scores 39/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen 5 3500X or Ryzen 7 3700X bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Ryzen 5 3500X or Ryzen 7 3700X?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 3700X is the stronger pick at 39/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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