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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£95
  • Avg. price in US: ~$80
  • PassMark benchmark result: 13009
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.2 GHz

AMD Ryzen 3 5300G review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.7

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.5

Technical Score

10.0%

7.6

User score

Good
5.5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

4.7

Performance

18.0%

5.7

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

6.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.8

Platform

1.0%

6.5

Integrated Graphics

Good
7.6

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

8.7

User reviews

30.0%

5.1

Popularity

User score:
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4.1
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5.0
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Very good
  • 4.4
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    5.5

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    5.1

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    5.2

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 2.6
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.9

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    2.8

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 3 5300G is an entry-level Zen 3 desktop APU featuring 4 cores, 8 threads, and a base clock of 4.0 GHz that boosts up to 4.2 GHz. Built on a 7nm process with a 65W TDP, it includes integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics (6 GPU cores) clocked at 1.7 GHz and 8MB of L3 cache. Its main advantages include high power efficiency, strong single-core performance for its class, and the ability to handle 720p or light 1080p gaming without a discrete GPU. However, it is primarily an OEM-only part with limited retail availability, lacks PCIe 4.0 support, and has a smaller L3 cache compared to its higher-end 5000-series siblings.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 3 5300G

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

4.7

Performance

18.0%

5.7

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

6.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.8

Platform

1.0%

6.5

Integrated Graphics

5.5
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a technical score of 5.48 points, which is higher than that of 55.2% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

8.7

User reviews

30.0%

5.1

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
(57)
amazon
5.0
(19)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

7.6
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a user score of 7.58 points, which is lower than that of 89.1% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
5.1
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a popularity of 5.1 points, which is higher than 82.6% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

5.7

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.0
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a quality-to-price ratio of 7 points, which is higher than 72.2% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

AMD
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

desktop
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

AM4
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G uses the AM4 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 76.3% of processors and equal to that of 9.7% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

X570, B550, A520, X470, B450, X370, A320
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G supports X570, B550, A520, X470, B450, X370, A320 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 70.6% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

4
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has 4 CPU cores, which is fewer than 50.7% of processors and equal to 28.5% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

8
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G offers 8 CPU threads, which is more than 35.3% of processors and equal to 19% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

2
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

4.2 GHz
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G reaches a boost clock of 4.2 GHz which is lower than that of 51.9% of processors and equal to that of 4.3% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

4 x 4.0 GHz
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a base clock of 4x4.0 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

7 nm
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G uses a 7 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 71.5% of processors and equal to that of 10.9% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

TSMC 7 nm
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G is built on the TSMC 7 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 56.7% of processors and equal to that of 9.4% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

8 MB
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has an L3 cache of 8 MB which is larger than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.8% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

2 MB
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has an L2 cache of 2 MB which is smaller than that of 51.3% of processors and equal to that of 11.1% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

256 KB
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has an L1 cache of 256 KB which is smaller than that of 59.4% of processors and equal to that of 18.5% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G supports DDR DDR4, which is newer than that of 26.3% of processors and equal to that of 31.7% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

3,200 MHz
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G supports memory speeds up to 3,200 MHz, which is higher than that of 51.5% of processors and equal to 8.3% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR4-3200 MHz
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-3,200 MHz, which is higher than that of 51.1% of processors and equal to 8.4% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

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Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

128 GB
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G supports up to 128 GB of memory, which is more than 61.9% of processors and equal to 21.4% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

yes
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G includes integrated graphics. 87.6% include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Radeon Vega 6
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G uses the Radeon Vega 6 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 68.4% and equal to that in 2.2%.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

6
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has 6 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 83.8% of processors and equal to 6.2% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

300 MHz
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode)
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 56.2% of processors and equal to 9.5% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

65 W
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a TDP of 65 W which is higher than that of 70% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

65 W
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a base power of 65 W which is higher than that of 70.3% of processors and equal to that of 16.4% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

88 W
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a boost power of 88 W which is higher than that of 57.6% of processors and equal to that of 6.3% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

N/A
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G supports configurable TDP. 52.9% support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 45-65 W
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AMD Ryzen 3 5300G vs the average processor

  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Has an unlocked CPU multiplier, which makes manual CPU overclocking much easier on supported platforms.
    When it matters: When you plan to push clock speeds beyond stock settings instead of leaving the processor completely at default behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    16 usable lanes
    What it is: The number of PCIe lanes provided directly by the processor.
    When it matters: When you connect fast GPUs, SSDs, or expansion cards.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=20

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.24 vs 16
  • Includes stock cooler
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
    What it is: A stock CPU cooler is included in the box with the processor.
    When it matters: When total build cost matters and you need to know whether separate cooling must be bought right away.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Allows memory speeds beyond official stock settings through manual tuning or profile-based overclocking.
    When it matters: When you want to push RAM performance higher than stock support allows, especially in enthusiast or gaming builds.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 23% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,054 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,054 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,054 vs 2,483
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
    When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <10 nm

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G 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
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G 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.
    What it is: The reported operating temperature of the processor.
    When it matters: When you monitor thermals, cooling, or system stability.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <100 °C

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G 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
  • 2x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
    When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=128 GB

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G 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
  • Modern CPU socket
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM4 vs FP2).
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 23% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,054 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 20.3% higher single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,770 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 12 higher clock multiplier
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a higher clock multiplier than the average processor (40 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 7.9% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (522 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Cezanne vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 2.16x more transistors
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has more transistors than the average processor (10.7 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 2x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Includes stock cooler
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G 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.

Total
Overall
Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 2.3% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 33.3% smaller L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (256 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 20% smaller L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (2 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 75% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (6 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 44.4% higher base power
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G 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.
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 37.5% higher boost power
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (88 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
    When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 8+

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G 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
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G 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.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G 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 TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
    What it is: The highest safe operating junction temperature before the CPU starts throttling or protecting itself.
    When it matters: When you tune cooling or monitor thermals under load.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=100 °C

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.95 °C vs 100 °C
  • 33.3% smaller L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (256 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
    When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=512 KB

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G 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
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
    When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <30 W

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G 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
  • 37.5% higher boost power
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (88 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
    What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
    When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <50 W

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (88 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.88 W vs 64 W
  • 5.5% lower user score
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a lower user score than the average processor (7.58 vs 8,000).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.
    When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a lower user score than the average processor (7.58 vs 8,000).7.58 vs 8
  • 75% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (6 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
    What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
    When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=24

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (6 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.6 vs 24
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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about AMD Ryzen 3 5300G?

  • Excellent value for budget-conscious users, offering strong Zen 3 CPU core performance.
  • Capable integrated Vega 6 graphics that handle eSports and AAA games at 720p with playable frame rates.
  • Highly power-efficient architecture with low overall power consumption.
  • Impressive single-threaded performance that matches some much more expensive CPUs.
  • Great overclocking headroom for users looking to squeeze out extra performance.
  • Compatible with existing AM4 motherboards, providing an easy upgrade path for older systems.

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 3 5300G?

  • Primarily an OEM-only product, making it very difficult for individual consumers to purchase at retail.
  • Only features 8MB of L3 cache, which is half of what higher-end Zen 3 chips offer, limiting performance in some workloads.
  • Limited to PCIe 3.0 connectivity, missing out on the faster speeds of PCIe 4.0 found in newer models.
  • Multithreaded performance is significantly lower than its 6-core and 8-core siblings like the 5600G and 5700G.
  • Rare and often overpriced when found on the used market or through grey-market resellers.
  • The 4-core, 8-thread configuration is becoming a bottleneck for newer, more demanding games and applications.

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techspot.com
08/09/2021
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G Review - TechSpot

The TechSpot review describes the AMD Ryzen 3 5300G as a potent 4-core/8-thread Zen 3 APU delivering a 45% performance boost over the previous-gen Ryzen 5 3400G while maintaining exceptional power efficiency. Pros include a robust integrated Vega 6 GPU capable of 89 fps in CS:GO at 1080p medium settings and significant overclocking headroom. However, as an OEM-only product, the...Read more

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tomshardware.com
03/10/2021
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G Review: Stunning Value APU Performance

The AMD Ryzen 3 5300G is a 4-core, 8-thread APU featuring Zen 3 architecture that provides high IPC gains and strong integrated graphics performance for budget systems. It operates at 4.0 GHz base/4.2 GHz boost, delivering 19% higher IPC than previous models and 90% of the gaming performance of higher-end APUs in 720p testing. Pros include exceptional power efficiency, strong 720p...Read more

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profesionalreview.com
12/03/2021
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G expected to be 10-15% faster than Ryzen 3 4350G

According to a review from Profesional Review, the AMD Ryzen 3 5300G APU (4 cores/8 threads) offers a 10–15% performance increase over the previous Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G, utilizing the 7nm Zen 3 "Cezanne" architecture with a 4.0 GHz base clock. Synthetic benchmarks show significant gains, including a 17% improvement in Cinebench R15, while integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics provide...Read more

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tweakers.net
03/08/2021
AMD Ryzen 5000G APU Review - Finally Modern Ryzens with Integrated Graphics

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G (6-core) and Ryzen 7 5700G (8-core) bring the Zen 3 architecture to desktop APUs, offering robust productivity performance alongside Radeon Vega integrated graphics. These 65W TDP chips are efficient, supporting small-form-factor builds with bundled cooling, with the integrated graphics providing strong entry-level 1080p gaming capabilities. However, to...Read more

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