F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Choose between the Ryzen 2700 and 1700 based on your needs.

Choose between the Ryzen 2700 and 1700 based on your needs.

Choose between the Ryzen 2700 and 1700 based on your needs.

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Amelia_Rocks
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11-18-2018, 05:32 PM
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Hello, I just got into a free Ryzen 2700 chip. I’m currently using a Ryzen 1700, and neither model is available in the X version. My instinct is to swap them since the 2700 is slightly better, but I wanted to verify first. Could there be any good reasons to retain the 1700 instead of replacing it with the 2700?
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Amelia_Rocks
11-18-2018, 05:32 PM #1

Hello, I just got into a free Ryzen 2700 chip. I’m currently using a Ryzen 1700, and neither model is available in the X version. My instinct is to swap them since the 2700 is slightly better, but I wanted to verify first. Could there be any good reasons to retain the 1700 instead of replacing it with the 2700?

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iTzCheTTo
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11-25-2018, 09:57 AM
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No, there isn't any reason for it, especially when you receive the CPU for free.
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iTzCheTTo
11-25-2018, 09:57 AM #2

No, there isn't any reason for it, especially when you receive the CPU for free.

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goolst2003
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11-25-2018, 11:17 AM
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That's a valid question.
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goolst2003
11-25-2018, 11:17 AM #3

That's a valid question.

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uRe_JDubz_TVoD
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11-25-2018, 04:14 PM
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Hard work for a change, but small improvements only?
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uRe_JDubz_TVoD
11-25-2018, 04:14 PM #4

Hard work for a change, but small improvements only?

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roses123451780
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11-25-2018, 06:14 PM
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You won't notice much change without upgrading to fast RAM (2800-3200) that fits your board. Make sure you check QVL if you're after new options to prevent issues, but unless you're desperate and want to sell it, you probably won't lose much—just maybe a little thermal paste for the new setup. If I were you, I'd consider selling it and using the proceeds for a 3000 system, which still has some value. But if you're not planning to upgrade or prefer staying in the used market, it might be worth it.
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roses123451780
11-25-2018, 06:14 PM #5

You won't notice much change without upgrading to fast RAM (2800-3200) that fits your board. Make sure you check QVL if you're after new options to prevent issues, but unless you're desperate and want to sell it, you probably won't lose much—just maybe a little thermal paste for the new setup. If I were you, I'd consider selling it and using the proceeds for a 3000 system, which still has some value. But if you're not planning to upgrade or prefer staying in the used market, it might be worth it.

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11-30-2018, 01:10 PM
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2700 offers a slight edge, but both models run quite quickly. The Ryzen Master on 2700 simplifies overclocking, while you could modify the pins if needed.
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Winkler1212
11-30-2018, 01:10 PM #6

2700 offers a slight edge, but both models run quite quickly. The Ryzen Master on 2700 simplifies overclocking, while you could modify the pins if needed.

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