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AMD Ryzen 3 3300X review: 74 specs compared

Avg. price:~£110PassMark multi-core score:12587N. of physical cores:4CPU boost clock speed:4.3 GHzCPU socket:AM4TDP (Thermal design power):65 W

AMD Ryzen 3 3300X Review: Compare 74 technical specifications and 43 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Processors category and whether it is worth buying.

AMD Ryzen 3 3300X
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 25%, List score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

40%

5.7

Technical score

25%

8.7

Reviews score

25%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

9.6

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 69% of processors
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

★Better than 90%
5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

60%

4.9

Performance

18%

5.9

Architecture

10%

6.9

Memory & PCIe

7%

8.0

Power & Thermal

4%

8.5

Platform

1%

4.0

Integrated graphics

â–¼Worse than 52%
8.7

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.2 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 97% of models

80%

8.4

Average grade

20%

9.7

Popularity

Grades by review (43)
22 reviews: 12 with a printed score, 10 estimated from the review. 21 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
★Better than 97%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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What reviewers say about the AMD Ryzen 3 3300X

Based on 10 · 22

Reviewers rave about its gaming speed for the money, though the low core count and scarce availability hold it back.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the AMD Ryzen 3 3300X

Based on 168 owners sharing their experience in online comments

79%positive7%mixed14%negative

Owners praise its fast, affordable gaming performance, while heat and limited headroom are the main frustrations.

What owners dislike

  • On the stock cooler, owners see load temperatures in the 80s and even 90s Celsius during gaming, with fan upgrades or repasting bringing only limited relief.13
  • Owners say good units were scarce and often sold above list price, with some paying well over the original MSRP.6
  • In demanding modern games such as Assassin's Creed Odyssey, owners report frame rates around 45 fps at low settings with a mid-range GPU, with micro-stutter and drops in busy scenes.3
  • Some owners report boot failures or no-boot problems with certain B450 motherboards until the BIOS is updated.3
  • Automatic voltage on some motherboards can push boost voltage much higher than needed, causing extra heat; owners fix this by setting a manual voltage.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 3 3300X

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

60%

4.9

Performance

18%

5.9

Architecture

10%

6.9

Memory & PCIe

7%

8.0

Power & Thermal

4%

8.5

Platform

1%

4.0

Integrated graphics

5.7
Reviews score
8.7
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 90% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

8.1
Processor type
desktop
This processor belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 54.7% of processors and equal to that of 39.5% of processors.
CPU socket
AM4
This processor uses the AM4 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 75.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.4% of processors.
Chipset
X570, B550, A520, X470, B450, X370, B350, A320
This processor supports X570, B550, A520, X470, B450, X370, B350, A320 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 74.1% of processors and equal to that of 4.4% of processors.
CPU architecture
x86-64
This processor uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.8% of processors and equal to that of 98.2% of processors.
Instruction sets
MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, AMD-V
This processor supports MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, AMD-V instruction sets, which is broader support than 85.3% of processors and equal to that of 6% of processors.
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What reviewers say
N. of physical cores
4
Market range: <2 – >12
This processor has 4 CPU cores, which is fewer than 52.8% of processors and equal to 27.5% of processors.
CPU threads
8
Market range: <4 – >24
This processor offers 8 CPU threads, which is more than 33.4% of processors and equal to 18.8% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
4.3 GHz
Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
This processor reaches a boost clock of 4.3 GHz which is lower than that of 51.5% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
4x 3.8 GHz
This processor has a base clock of 4x3.8 GHz which is higher than that of 53.2% of processors and equal to that of 0.7% of processors.
PassMark multi-core score
12,587
Market range: <2.5k – >32.5k
This processor scores 12,587 in PassMark, which is higher than 51.9% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
7 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
This processor uses a 7 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 70.4% of processors and equal to that of 10.5% of processors.
Foundry
TSMC 7 nm
This processor is built on the TSMC 7 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 55.6% of processors and equal to that of 9.2% of processors.
L3 cache
16 MB
Market range: <2 MB – >32 MB
This processor has an L3 cache of 16 MB which is larger than that of 62% of processors and equal to that of 12.6% of processors.
L2 cache
2 MB
Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
This processor has an L2 cache of 2 MB which is smaller than that of 52.9% of processors and equal to that of 10.8% of processors.
L1 cache
256 KB
Market range: <128 KB – >1.2k KB
This processor has an L1 cache of 256 KB which is smaller than that of 60.4% of processors and equal to that of 18.1% of processors.
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DDR memory version
DDR4
This processor supports DDR DDR4, which is newer than that of 25.2% of processors and equal to that of 31.1% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
3,200 MHz
Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
This processor supports memory speeds up to 3,200 MHz, which is higher than that of 49.8% of processors and equal to 8.5% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
DDR4-3200 MHz
This processor supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-3200 MHz, which is higher than that of 46.1% of processors and equal to 9.4% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
N/A
Maximum memory capacity
128 GB
Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
This processor supports up to 128 GB of memory, which is more than 59.3% of processors and equal to 22.8% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
no
This processor does not include integrated graphics. 85.4% of processors offer this.
Integrated GPU model
N/A
Integrated GPU execution units
N/A
Integrated GPU base frequency
N/A
Integrated media encoders/decoders
N/A
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TDP (Thermal design power)
65 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a TDP of 65 W which is higher than that of 68% of processors and equal to that of 17% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
65 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a base power of 65 W which is higher than that of 68.1% of processors and equal to that of 17.4% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
?
Tau (power duration limit)
N/A
Configurable TDP
yes
This processor supports configurable TDP. 46.4% of processors offer this.
cTDP: 45 W
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What reviewers say

AMD Ryzen 3 3300X vs the average processor

246810TotalPlatformPerformanceArchitectureMemory & PCIeIntegrated graphicsPower & Thermal
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    This processor has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    24 vs 16
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    This processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the average processor does not. 22.6% of processors offer this.
  • 29.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.2 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ★ Better than 97% of models

    80%

    8.4

    Average grade

    20%

    9.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (43)
    22 reviews: 12 with a printed score, 10 estimated from the review. 21 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.7 vs 6.7
  • 2.16x more L3 per core
    This processor has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (4 MB/core vs 1.85 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.85 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    4 MB/core vs 1.85 MB/core
  • Includes a cooler
    This processor includes a cooler, while the average processor does not. 26.9% of processors include a cooler.
  • Newer PCIe version
    This processor supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • 58.2% smaller die size
    This processor has a lower die size than the average processor (74 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
    74 mm² vs 177 mm²
  • Supports memory overclocking
    This processor supports memory overclocking, while the average processor does not. 43.9% of processors support memory overclocking.
  • 29.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.2 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ★ Better than 97% of models

    80%

    8.4

    Average grade

    20%

    9.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (43)
    22 reviews: 12 with a printed score, 10 estimated from the review. 21 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.7 vs 6.7
  • 33.3% higher sentiment score
    9.6 vs 7.2
  • 10.8% better value for money
    AMD Ryzen 3 3300X has better value for money than the average processor (8.07 vs 7.3).
    8.07 vs 7.29
  • Modern CPU socket
    This processor uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM4 vs FP5).
    AM4 vs FP5
  • Broader instruction support
    This processor supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V).
    MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2, AMD-V vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    This processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the average processor does not. 22.6% of processors offer this.
  • 2x higher bus transfer rate
    This processor has a higher bus transfer rate than the average processor (16 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
    16 GT/s vs 8 GT/s
  • 10 higher clock multiplier
    This processor has a higher clock multiplier than the average processor (38 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
    38 vs 28
  • 12.5% higher multi-core score
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (5,859 vs 5,209). The average processor scores 5,209 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    5,859 vs 5,209
  • 8.1% higher single-core score
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,659 vs 1,535). The average processor scores 1,535 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    1,659 vs 1,535
  • 2.16x more L3 per core
    This processor has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (4 MB/core vs 1.85 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.85 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    4 MB/core vs 1.85 MB/core
  • 58.2% smaller die size
    This processor has a lower die size than the average processor (74 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
    74 mm² vs 177 mm²
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    This processor has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    7 nm vs 12 nm
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Matisse vs Kaby Lake).
    Matisse vs Kaby Lake
  • More advanced foundry
    This processor uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
    TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • 77.8% larger L3 cache
    This processor has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 9 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 9 MB.
    16 MB vs 9 MB
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    This processor has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    24 vs 16
  • Newer PCIe version
    This processor supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3).
    4 vs 3
  • Supports memory overclocking
    This processor supports memory overclocking, while the average processor does not. 43.9% of processors support memory overclocking.
  • 2x more memory capacity
    This processor has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    128 GB vs 64 GB
  • Includes a cooler
    This processor includes a cooler, while the average processor does not. 26.9% of processors include a cooler.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    This processor has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
    95 °C vs 100 °C
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    This processor has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    4 vs 6
  • 44.4% higher base power
    This processor has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    65 W vs 45 W
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    This processor supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x8/x8, x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x4/x4/x4/x4).
    x8/x8, x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x4/x4/x4/x4
  • 5 °C lower temperature limit
    This processor has a lower temperature limit than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor can run up to 100 °C.
    95 °C vs 100 °C
  • Weaker security extensions
    This processor provides less advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, SME, SEV vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK).
    AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, SME, SEV vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK
  • No integrated graphics
    This processor does not include integrated graphics, while the average processor does. 85.4% of processors include integrated graphics.
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    This processor has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    65 W vs 45 W
  • 33.3% smaller L1 cache
    This processor has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (256 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    256 KB vs 384 KB
  • Weaker security extensions
    This processor provides less advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, SME, SEV vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK).
    AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, SME, SEV vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK
  • Older TPM support
    This processor supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2 vs PTT 2).
    fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    This processor has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    4 vs 6
  • 2.3% lower boost clock
    This processor has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.3 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.4 GHz.
    4.3 GHz vs 4.4 GHz
  • 33.3% smaller L1 cache
    This processor has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (256 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    256 KB vs 384 KB
  • 33.3% smaller L2 cache
    This processor has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (2 MB vs 3 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 3 MB.
    2 MB vs 3 MB
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    This processor supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x8/x8, x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x4/x4/x4/x4).
    x8/x8, x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x4/x4/x4/x4
  • No integrated graphics
    This processor does not include integrated graphics, while the average processor does. 85.4% of processors include integrated graphics.
  • 44.4% higher base power
    This processor has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    65 W vs 45 W
  • 5 °C lower temperature limit
    This processor has a lower temperature limit than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor can run up to 100 °C.
    95 °C vs 100 °C
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    This processor has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    65 W vs 45 W

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
TechFurb
≈ estimated
21/10/2020
Hands-on review · gaming and multi-core benchmarks
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is a strong budget gaming CPU, but heavy multi-threaded work is better on a Ryzen 5 3600.
9.0
Vimal Chintapatla
≈ estimated
31/08/2020
Full PC build · gaming tests and temperatures
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is a strong budget CPU, though it runs hot and needs a better cooler.
9.0
MPenn Tech
≈ estimated
12/07/2020
Build guide · gaming tests at 1080p and 1440p
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is a capable budget gaming CPU, though the case and fan controller caused trouble in this build.
9.0
Elevated Systems
≈ estimated
05/07/2020
Full build · benchmarks against the Intel i3-10100
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is clearly the better budget CPU at this price, though it is hard to find in stores right now.
7.0
Nicolas11x12 English
≈ estimated
30/05/2020
Hands-on review · gaming benchmarks and cooler tests
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X offers strong gaming value for tight budgets, but four cores may age poorly, so the decision is yours.
9.0
Hardware Numb3rs
≈ estimated
17/05/2020
Hands-on review · memory tuning and gaming tests
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is the best CPU tested so far with tuned memory, but at stock it is similar to the 7700K.
7.0
Hardware Canucks
≈ estimated
07/05/2020
Hands-on review · benchmarks, value and platform concerns
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X offers strong performance and value, but it's hard to recommend until availability and motherboard support settle.
9.0
Paul's Hardware
≈ estimated
07/05/2020
Benchmark review · 3DMark, games and productivity tests
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 3 3300X offers strong value for the money, though it runs hot and needs good case airflow.
9.0
eTeknix
≈ estimated
07/05/2020
Benchmark review · gaming, synthetic and overclock tests
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is the better value and delivers strong 1080p gaming performance.
9.5
Toasty Bros
≈ estimated
07/05/2020
Benchmark review · gaming tests at fixed settings
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is good value for the money, beating the Ryzen 7 1700X in games at a lower price.
9.0
goldfries
≈ estimated
07/05/2020
Review · gaming benchmarks and clock tests with a third-party cooler
Verdict
AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is the best value at its price, but it cannot fully push high-end graphics cards.
9.0
Gamers Nexus
≈ estimated
07/05/2020
Full review · benchmarks, clock-for-clock and thermal tests
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is a good CPU for budget builds, though the 1600AF is cheaper if you can find it.
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9.0
pcmag.com
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07/05/2020
Launch review · Quad-core chip
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X brings the new Zen 2 design to entry-level builds and fits many existing AM4 motherboards, though older boards lack PCIe 4.0.
9.0
tomshardware.com
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08/05/2020
Benchmark review · Gaming processor
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is a strong four-core gaming chip, but heavy threaded work calls for the six-core Ryzen 5 3600.
9.0
techradar.com
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01/06/2020
Performance test · Gaming chip
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is a strong 1080p gaming chip for small builds, trailing the Core i5-9600K by a small margin, though it runs warmer than the 3100.
9.0
legitreviews.com
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07/05/2020
Lab test · Cache and latency
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is a four-core, eight-thread chip with a shared 16MB cache and lower latency than the 3100, and it suits B550 boards best.
9.0
au.pcmag.com
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07/05/2020
Product review · Quad-core gaming
Verdict
The Ryzen 3 3300X is a solid 1080p gaming chip and an upgrade for existing AM4 owners, but it has no built-in graphics, so you need a separate card.
9.0
pcgamer.com
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07/05/2020
Gaming review · Cooler and overclocking
Verdict
The Ryzen 3 3300X delivers gaming speed close to the Core i7 7700K, with PCIe 4.0 and a quiet bundled cooler, but gains little from overclocking.
9.0
techspot.com
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08/05/2020
Frame rate testing · Gaming performance
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is a strong gaming pick for 1080p, matching the Ryzen 7 2700X on average frame rates, though overclocking adds almost nothing.
mmorpg.com
07/05/2020
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6.0
pcwelt.de
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02/06/2020
Benchmark test · Gaming and productivity
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X matches the Ryzen 5 3600 in games but trails in applications, so it suits battle royale and MOBA players better than demanding new titles.
4.0
lesnumeriques.com
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08/05/2020
Lab test · Desktop processor
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is an entry-level quad-core that nearly matches the Core i5-9600K in application speed, though some Intel rivals edge it in games.
9.5
miroir-mag.fr
≈ estimated
26/11/2021
Launch review · Quad-core desktop
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is a four-core, eight-thread upgrade for existing AM4 boards after a BIOS update, though older boards lack PCIe 4.0.
9.2
profesionalreview.com
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07/05/2020
Unboxing review · Cooler and design
Verdict
The Ryzen 3 3300X is a 4-core, 8-thread chip whose unified 16 MB cache cuts latency between cores, but it has no graphics, so it needs a separate card.
7.0
geeknetic.es
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07/05/2020
Full review · Overclocking and gaming
Verdict
The Ryzen 3 3300X offers strong stock performance and eight threads for multitasking, but it is only about 1% faster than the Ryzen 3 3100.
9.0
androidpc.es
≈ estimated
14/09/2020
Build review · 1080p gaming PC
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X with RX 5600 XT is a quiet 1080p gaming PC that suits a living room, though very heavy workloads expose its limits.
9.0
tomshw.it
≈ estimated
07/05/2020
Benchmark test · Gaming and productivity
Verdict
The Ryzen 3 3300X beats Intel's Core i3 and i5 in most multi-threaded tests, but it draws almost double the idle power of the Core i3-9100F.
9.2
techgaming.nl
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03/07/2020
Hands-on review · Entry-level processor
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is an entry-level quad-core that performs roughly on par with the Core i5-9600K and suits gaming, though it has no integrated graphics.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD Ryzen 3 3300X

  • Exceptional value for the performance at its original MSRP
  • Strong 1080p gaming performance, often rivaling more expensive CPUs like the Ryzen 5 3600
  • Unified 4-core single-CCX design significantly reduces internal latency compared to the 3100
  • Supports modern PCIe 4.0 interface for faster storage and GPUs
  • Compatible with the established AM4 socket and older B450/X470 motherboards (with BIOS update)
  • Includes a capable 'Wraith Stealth' stock cooler in the box
  • Unlocked multiplier allows for straightforward manual overclocking

What customers don't like about AMD Ryzen 3 3300X

  • Frequent availability issues led to it being labeled a 'unicorn' CPU shortly after launch
  • Price inflation in the second-hand market often makes the 6-core Ryzen 5 3600 a better value
  • Limited overclocking headroom as the chip is pushed near its limits out of the box
  • Can run relatively hot under heavy loads compared to the lower-clocked Ryzen 3 3100
  • Only 4 cores may limit long-term future-proofing for heavy multitasking or streaming

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is a high-performance budget processor based on the 7nm Zen 2 architecture, featuring 4 cores, 8 threads, a 3.8GHz base clock, and a 4.3GHz boost clock. Its standout characteristic is a single-CCX design that unifies its 16MB of L3 cache, significantly reducing inter-core latency compared to other entry-level models. Main pros include exceptional gaming performance that rivals more expensive mid-range CPUs, support for PCIe 4.0, and a modest 65W TDP with an included Wraith Stealth cooler. However, it lacks integrated graphics, necessitating a discrete GPU, and its dense single-CCX layout can lead to higher thermal density and limited overclocking headroom when pushed.

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