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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£110
  • Avg. price in US: ~$120
  • PassMark benchmark result: 12810
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.2 GHz

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

6.3

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%

6.3

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
6.3

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%

6.2

Performance

18.0%

5.7

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

6.2

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.9

Power & Thermal

4.0%

9.0

Platform

1.0%

7.1

Integrated Graphics

Good
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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%

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User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 5.4
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    5.5

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    9.0

    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

  • 5.3
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    9.0

    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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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £110

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All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE is a power-efficient desktop APU based on the 7nm Zen 3 architecture, featuring 4 cores and 8 threads with a base clock of 3.6 GHz and a max boost of 4.2 GHz. It is equipped with 8MB of L3 cache, supports DDR4-3200 memory, and includes integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics with a 1700 MHz turbo frequency. Its primary pros include an exceptionally low 35W TDP, making it ideal for low-power or compact builds, and strong single-core performance that handles general multitasking and light 720p gaming with relative ease. However, its main cons are limited availability as it is primarily an OEM-only part often found in pre-built systems, and its reliance on older PCIe 3.0 connectivity and Vega graphics rather than newer RDNA alternatives.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE

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%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

?

Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

6.3
AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE has a technical score of 6.25 points, which is higher than that of 68.7% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% 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%

6.3

Overall score

40.0%

9.9

Price

7.4
AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.4 points, which is higher than 82.4% 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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, B350, A320
AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE supports X570, B550, A520, X470, B450, X370, B350, A320 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 73.8% of processors and equal to that of 4.5% 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 3.6 GHz
AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE has a base clock of 4x3.6 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE supports memory speeds up to 3200 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 5300GE supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-3200 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 5300GE 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

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AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors 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 5300GE uses the Radeon Vega 6 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 68.4% of processors and equal to that in 2.2% of processors.
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 5300GE 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

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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 5300GE 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

35 W
AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE has a TDP of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.8% of processors and equal to that of 14.8% 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

35 W
AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE has a base power of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.7% of processors and equal to that of 15.1% 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

47 W
AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE has a boost power of 47 W which is lower than that of 68.7% of processors and equal to that of 1.2% 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

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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 5300GE supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE vs the average processor

  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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 5300GE has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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 5300GE supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 23.4% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,065 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 5300GE has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,065 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,065 vs 2,483
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Cezanne vs Kaby Lake).
    What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
    When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Cezanne vs Kaby Lake).Cezanne vs Kaby Lake
  • Modern CPU socket
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM4 vs FP2).
    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

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM4 vs FP2).AM4 vs FP2
  • Modern CPU socket
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM4 vs FP2).
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • Broader instruction support
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 23.4% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,065 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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 5300GE uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Cezanne vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE has more transistors than the average processor (10.7 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 2x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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.
  • 26.6% lower boost power
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (47 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 22.2% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.

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Overall
Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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)).
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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 5300GE has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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 5300GE 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
  • 75% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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 5300GE has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (6 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.6 vs 24
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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)).
    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

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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)).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)
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
    What it is: The kind of TPM security support associated with the processor or its platform.
    When it matters: When operating-system requirements, device encryption, enterprise security, or platform trust features matter.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • 20% smaller L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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.
    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

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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.2 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 2.3% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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.
    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

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE 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.4.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE?

  • High energy efficiency with a low 35W TDP, making it ideal for quiet, fanless, or small-form-factor builds.
  • Strong Zen 3 single-core performance that rivals more expensive older-generation chips in productivity tasks like Photoshop.
  • Decent integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics capable of handling light 720p gaming and everyday multimedia.
  • Unlocked multiplier allows for easy overclocking to gain additional performance headroom.
  • Excellent value for budget-conscious users looking for a well-rounded APU without needing a dedicated GPU.

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE?

  • Difficult to find as a standalone retail product because it was primarily released for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
  • Limited to only 4 cores and 8 threads, which can lead to performance bottlenecks in modern, highly threaded AAA games.
  • Relatively small 8MB L3 cache compared to higher-end Zen 3 models, impacting performance in cache-sensitive workloads.
  • Restricted to PCIe Gen 3.0, lacking the faster bandwidth of Gen 4.0 found on other Ryzen 5000 series desktop processors.
  • Integrated graphics performance is heavily dependent on having high-speed, dual-channel RAM configurations.

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videocardbenchmark.net
01/06/2021
Ryzen 3 5300GE with Radeon Graphics - GPU Benchmarks

The Ryzen 3 5300GE is a 35W low-power APU based on the Zen 3 architecture, featuring 4 cores and Radeon Vega 6 integrated graphics aimed at efficient OEM systems. The chip provides robust single-threaded performance and decent 720p gaming capabilities while operating at roughly half the power cost of its 65W counterparts. However, it is primarily an OEM-only part with limited retail...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
13/04/2021
AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE is an OEM-only, quad-core Zen 3 processor with an integrated Radeon Vega 6 GPU, boasting strong single-thread performance (3,065 PassMark score) for budget-conscious pre-built systems. Pros include high power efficiency with a 35W TDP and improved IPC over previous generations, making it ideal for low-power, capable systems. Key limitations include limited...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
13/04/2021
AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE vs Ryzen 3 PRO 4350GE - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE (Zen 3) is a superior, newer (Q2 2021) 35W alternative to the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350GE (Zen 2, Q3 2020), offering roughly 17% higher multi-threaded performance, 22% faster single-thread speeds, and double the L3 cache (8MB vs 4MB). Pros for the 5300GE include higher, efficient performance for modern, compact systems, while cons involve limited PCIe Gen 3 support and...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
13/04/2021
AMD Ryzen 3 5300G vs Ryzen 3 5300GE - CPU Benchmarks

According to PassMark benchmarks, the AMD Ryzen 3 5300G and 5300GE differ primarily in power consumption and base clocks, with the 65W "G" model operating at 4.0 GHz and the 35W "GE" model at 3.6 GHz. Both processors share identical 4-core/8-thread architecture, 4.2 GHz boost clocks, and Vega integrated graphics, resulting in similar synthetic performance, although the 5300G holds a...Read more

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chip.de
01/02/2026
AMD Processor Review: A Comprehensive Overview of All CPUs

CHIP.de reports that AMD's Ryzen 9000 series and X3D variants have solidified the brand as a dominant competitor against Intel, offering superior multi-core performance, high energy efficiency, and long-term platform support via the AM5 socket. Key advantages include top-tier workstation capability in models like the Ryzen 9 9950X and industry-leading gaming performance,...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
01/03/2026
AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE is an efficient 7nm "Cezanne" desktop processor featuring 4 cores and 8 threads, designed for low-heat environments with a 35W TDP. Operating at 3.6 GHz base to 4.2 GHz boost, it integrates Radeon Vega 6 graphics, making it ideal for energy-conscious builds. Performance-wise, the chip offers solid daily functionality with a PassMark score around 12,810,...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
30/03/2026
AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE - CPU Benchmarks: Specifications, Tests and Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 3 5300GE is an efficient 35W TDP, 4-core/8-thread Zen 3 "Cezanne" processor that achieves a PassMark score of roughly 12,810, offering competitive performance for low-power desktop systems. Pros include exceptional energy efficiency for small-form-factor builds, capable integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics, and an unlocked multiplier for easy overclocking. However, the...Read more

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tweakers.net
29/06/2026
Compare AMD Ryzen 3 prices and deals - Tweakers

According to user reviews on Tweakers, the AMD Ryzen 3 series serves as a high-value, budget-friendly option, offering true quad-core performance that often outperforms competing dual-core processors. Models such as the 3300X and 3100 are specifically praised for bringing modern Zen architecture to the sub-€100 market, making them excellent choices for budget gaming and general...Read more

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