AMD Ryzen 5 150 vs AMD Ryzen 7 7700X Comparison

FAQ

Q: What is the core and thread count difference between these two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 150 has 6 cores and 12 threads. This gives the 7700X a two-core, four-thread advantage in multi-threaded workloads.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X boosts up to 5.40 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 5 150 reaches 4.55 GHz. The 7700X also has a higher base clock at 4.50 GHz compared to 3.30 GHz for the 150.

Q: How do their benchmark percentiles compare?

A: The Ryzen 7 7700X sits at the 85th percentile among all CPUs, while the Ryzen 5 150 sits at the 84th percentile. Despite the close percentile ranking, their average benchmark scores differ by roughly 1,000 points.

Q: Which processor has the larger L3 cache?

A: The Ryzen 7 7700X has 32 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Ryzen 5 150 has 16 MB. The 7700X also doubles the L2 cache per core at 1 MB versus 512 KB.

Q: What are the process nodes for each chip?

A: The Ryzen 7 7700X is built on a 5 nm process at TSMC, while the Ryzen 5 150 uses a 6 nm process, also at TSMC. The 7700X uses the Zen 4 architecture, and the 150 uses Zen 3+.

Q: Which socket does each processor use?

A: The Ryzen 7 7700X uses AMD Socket AM5 with a desktop market segment, while the Ryzen 5 150 uses AMD Socket FP7 and is classified as a mobile processor.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different generations of AMD design. The Ryzen 7 7700X is part of the 7000 series using Zen 4 architecture under the codename Raphael. The Ryzen 5 150 uses Zen 3+ architecture under the codename Rembrandt-R. This generational gap shows up in the process node: the 7700X is fabricated on a 5 nm process, while the 150 uses a 6 nm process, both at TSMC.

The transistor counts tell a story of design philosophy. The 7700X packs 6,570 million transistors into a 71 mm² die, whereas the 150 has no listed transistor count but uses a much larger 210 mm² die. That size difference suggests the 150 integrates more non-core components, consistent with its mobile positioning and its integrated Radeon 660M graphics. The 7700X also has integrated graphics but lists them simply as Radeon Graphics.

Cache hierarchies diverge significantly. Both chips share 64 KB of L1 cache per core, but the L2 allocation differs: the 7700X gives 1 MB per core while the 150 gives only 512 KB. The shared L3 cache on the 7700X is 32 MB, double the 16 MB found on the 150. For workloads that repeatedly access the same data, the larger caches on the 7700X reduce memory stalls and improve throughput.

Memory support shows both chips support DDR5 and dual-channel memory buses, but bandwidth differs. The 7700X reaches 83.2 GB/s, while the 150 reaches 76.8 GB/s. ECC memory support is present on the 7700X but absent on the 150. PCIe capabilities also differ: the 7700X offers Gen 5 with 24 CPU lanes, while the 150 offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes. The 7700X has an unlocked multiplier, while the 150 does not, which matters for overclocking flexibility.

The 150 is a mobile part with a 35 W TDP, while the 7700X is a desktop part with a 105 W TDP. That power envelope difference explains why the 7700X can sustain higher clock speeds and feed more cores. The production status for both is listed as Active.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data shows a clean sweep for the Ryzen 7 7700X across all 11 head-to-head tests. There is no test in the database where the Ryzen 5 150 takes the lead. Still, the nature of the wins varies, and that reveals where each chip might serve a user best.

For desktop users building a high-performance system, the 7700X wins in every measured category. It dominates multi-threaded workloads, single-threaded tasks, encryption, compression, physics simulations, and math operations. Its 85th percentile ranking and its average benchmark score of 35,909 place it among strong performers. Users who run rendering, compilation, or heavy multitasking will see the benefit of the extra cores and higher clocks.

The Ryzen 5 150, despite losing every head-to-head test, still holds an 84th percentile ranking with an average benchmark score of 34,881. Its 35 W TDP makes it suited for mobile systems where thermal and power constraints matter. The 150 is not a performance leader, but its competitive average score relative to its rivals, including the Intel Core i7-13800H and Intel Core i9-12900HX, suggests it holds its own in the mobile space. Its integrated Radeon 660M graphics and Socket FP7 point to use in laptops where balanced performance and efficiency are priorities.

The data implies a clear split: the 7700X is for those who want maximum performance in a desktop chassis with room for a 105 W part, while the 150 is for mobile users who need capable processing without the power draw of a desktop chip.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification field.

• Cores: 8 for the 7700X, 6 for the 150
• Threads: 16 for the 7700X, 12 for the 150
• Base clock: 4.50 GHz for the 7700X, 3.30 GHz for the 150
• Boost clock: 5.40 GHz for the 7700X, 4.55 GHz for the 150
• TDP: 105 W for the 7700X, 35 W for the 150
• Socket: AMD Socket AM5 for the 7700X, AMD Socket FP7 for the 150
• Architecture: Zen 4 for the 7700X, Zen 3+ for the 150
• Process node: 5 nm for the 7700X, 6 nm for the 150
• Die size: 71 mm² for the 7700X, 210 mm² for the 150
• L2 cache: 1 MB per core for the 7700X, 512 KB per core for the 150
• L3 cache: 32 MB shared for the 7700X, 16 MB shared for the 150
• Memory bandwidth: 83.2 GB/s for the 7700X, 76.8 GB/s for the 150
• ECC memory: true for the 7700X, false for the 150
• PCIe: Gen 5 with 24 lanes for the 7700X, Gen 4 with 20 lanes for the 150
• Integrated graphics: Radeon Graphics for the 7700X, Radeon 660M for the 150
• Market segment: Desktop for the 7700X, Mobile for the 150
• Multiplier unlocked: true for the 7700X, false for the 150

Both support DDR5 memory and dual-channel buses. The 7700X has a launch MSRP of $399, while the 150 has no listed launch MSRP. The 7700X released in September 2022, while the 150 released in September 2025, making the 150 the newer product despite its older architecture.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data records 11 tests, all won by the Ryzen 7 7700X. The largest margin comes in the passmark_find_prime_numbers test, where the 7700X scores 180 versus 47 for the 150, a delta of 283%. That test stresses integer throughput and cache efficiency, and the 7700X's larger caches and higher clocks deliver a massive advantage.

The passmark_multithread test shows the 7700X at 35,686 against 17,492, a 104% delta. This reflects the core count advantage: two additional cores and four additional threads, combined with substantially higher clock speeds. The passmark_extended_instructions test shows a 118.3% delta, with scores of 32,033 versus 14,675, indicating the 7700X handles SIMD and specialized instruction workloads far better.

The passmark_random_string_sorting test gives a 122.4% delta, 49,782 versus 22,382. Memory latency and cache behavior likely drive this result. The passmark_physics test shows a 149% delta, 2,007 versus 806, a workload that responds strongly to both core count and clock speed.

In data compression, the 7700X scores 420,240 versus 211,289, a 98.9% delta. Floating-point math shows a 96.4% delta, 68,986 versus 35,118. Integer math shows an 81.2% delta, 112,601 versus 62,151. Data encryption shows an 84.2% delta, 24,732 versus 13,425.

The smallest gap appears in single-threaded performance. The passmark_single_thread test records 4,190 for the 7700X versus 3,155 for the 150, a 32.8% delta. The same scores appear under the passmark_singlethread test name. Even in the category where the 150 comes closest, the 7700X still leads by nearly a third.

The benchmark results align with the architectural differences. The 7700X combines a newer process node, higher clocks, more cores, and larger caches. Every one of those factors contributes to the observed deltas.

The closest rival comparisons reinforce the picture. The 7700X edges out its nearest rivals by 0.3% to 0.7% in average score. The 150's nearest rivals show a tighter cluster, with deltas ranging from 0% to -0.3% relative to its own average of 34,881.

The Verdict

The data points to the Ryzen 7 7700X as the clear choice for anyone building a desktop system where performance is the priority. It wins all 11 head-to-head benchmark tests in the database, with deltas ranging from 32.8% to 283% over the Ryzen 5 150. Its 85th percentile ranking among all CPUs and its average benchmark score of 35,909 position it above rivals like the Intel Core Ultra 7 185H. Users who render video, compile code, run physics simulations, or handle large data sets will find the 7700X offers more than double the performance in several key tests.

The Ryzen 5 150 serves a different purpose. Its 35 W TDP and mobile market segment make it a laptop-oriented part. It still achieves an 84th percentile ranking, and its average benchmark score of 34,881 keeps it competitive with mobile processors like the Intel Core i9-12900HX. The trade-off is clear: the 150 uses far less power and fits in a mobile socket, but it gives up significant performance in every measured category.

For a desktop builder, the choice is straightforward. The 7700X offers more cores, higher clocks, larger caches, faster memory bandwidth, ECC support, PCIe Gen 5, and an unlocked multiplier. For a mobile user, the 150 offers the efficiency and form factor that a desktop socket cannot provide. The benchmark data does not show a single scenario where the 150 outperforms the 7700X, so the decision rests on platform and power requirements rather than raw performance.