The AMD Ryzen 7 1700 is a desktop processor that belongs to the Ryzen family, launched in March 2017. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, making it suitable for multitasking and demanding applications. With a base clock speed of 3.0 GHz and a boost clock of up to 3.7 GHz, it offers solid performance for both gaming and productivity tasks. Built on the Zen architecture, the Ryzen 7 1700 supports DDR4 memory and has a thermal design power (TDP) of 65 watts. It is compatible with the AM4 socket, allowing users to pair it with a variety of motherboards for enhanced performance and features.