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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£350
  • Avg. price in US: ~$360
  • PassMark benchmark result: 9363
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.8 GHz

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

4.4

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%

4.4

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.4

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%

3.2

Performance

18.0%

5.8

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.1

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.4

Platform

1.0%

7.1

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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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%

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Popularity

  • 3.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.7

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.4

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    4.0

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 2.2
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.2

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    2.8

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 3 5300U is an entry-level quad-core mobile processor from the Lucienne (Zen 2) series, featuring 8 threads, a base clock of 2.6 GHz, and a boost clock of up to 3.8 GHz. Built on a 7nm process with a default 15W TDP, it integrates Radeon RX Vega 6 graphics (up to 1500 MHz) and supports up to 64GB of DDR4-3200 or LPDDR4-4266 RAM. Its main pros include high energy efficiency for long battery life and strong multi-threaded performance that rivals some older i7 chips, making it excellent for daily multitasking and light productivity. However, its primary cons are the limited 4MB L3 cache compared to higher-tier models and integrated graphics that, while capable of light gaming, struggle with modern AAA titles and heavy rendering tasks.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 3 5300U

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%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

4.4
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a technical score of 4.42 points, which is lower than that of 68% 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 5300U 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%

4.4

Overall score

40.0%

8.7

Price

5.7
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.7 points, which is lower than 78% 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

mobile
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% 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

FP6
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U uses the FP6 CPU socket, which is older than that of 51.9% of processors and equal to that of 4.4% 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

N/A
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 5300U 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 5300U 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 5300U 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 5300U 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

3.8 GHz
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U reaches a boost clock of 3.8 GHz which is lower than that of 68.5% of processors and equal to that of 4.1% 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 2.6 GHz
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a base clock of 4x2.6 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 5300U 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 5300U 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

4 MB
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has an L3 cache of 4 MB which is smaller than that of 70.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.6% 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 5300U 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 5300U 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 5300U 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

4,266 MHz
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U supports memory speeds up to 4266 MHz, which is higher than that of 61.2% of processors and equal to 2.5% 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

LPDDR4X-4267 MHz
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR4X-4267 MHz, which is higher than that of 63.3% of processors and equal to 2.4% 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

N/A
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

64 GB
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.6% 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 5300U 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 5300U 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 5300U 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 5300U 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 5300U 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

15 W
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% 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

15 W
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% 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

25 W
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a boost power of 25 W which is lower than that of 83.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.2% 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

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

  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 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 5300U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 60.9% lower boost power
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 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 5300U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.25 W vs 64 W
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U 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 5300U 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 higher TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °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 5300U has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.105 °C vs 100 °C
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 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 5300U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 49.1% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
    What it is: The maximum theoretical memory bandwidth the processor can support.
    When it matters: When memory-heavy workloads matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >75 GB/s

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
    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

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • Broader instruction support
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U 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).
    What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
    When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U 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).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
  • Broader instruction support
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U 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).
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U 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 foundry
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 12.4% smaller die size
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower die size than the average processor (156 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 49.1% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (68.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 45.4% higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (4,266 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 60.9% lower boost power
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Platform
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 11.6% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 17.8% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,209 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 26% weaker multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (2,059 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 9.3% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (439 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 24.6% lower multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (3,614 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 7.2% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,303 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 50% smaller L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 33.3% smaller L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U 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 5300U 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.
  • 4 fewer PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (12 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 75% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U 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 5300U 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 higher CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
  • 11.6% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.8 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 5300U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U 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 5300U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • 17.8% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,209 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,209 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,209 vs 1,471
  • 26% weaker multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (2,059 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
    When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4700

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (2,059 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.2,059 vs 2,783
  • 4 fewer PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (12 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe 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 5300U has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (12 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.12 vs 16
  • 9.3% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (439 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (439 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.439 vs 484
  • 50% smaller L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
    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

    AMD Ryzen 3 5300U has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.4 MB vs 8 MB
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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 3 5300U?

  • Excellent value for money in budget-friendly laptops
  • Great energy efficiency and low power consumption (15W TDP)
  • Strong multi-threaded performance for its class (4 cores, 8 threads)
  • Capable integrated Radeon RX Vega 6 graphics for light gaming and office tasks
  • Impressive thermal characteristics and heat dissipation
  • Performs reliably for day-to-day multitasking and content creation

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 3 5300U?

  • Integrated graphics performance is heavily dependent on dual-channel RAM
  • Aging architecture (Zen 2) compared to newer Zen 3 or Zen 4 models
  • Limited L3 cache (4 MB) which can bottleneck some high-performance applications
  • May struggle with the latest AAA gaming titles on higher settings
  • Single-core performance is inferior to more modern generation chips
  • Locked multiplier prevents easy overclocking

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14/02/2023
HP Notebook 15 review – computing on a budget

The HP Notebook 15 is identified as a budget-friendly desktop replacement featuring a high-quality 15.6-inch Full-HD IPS display and effective thermal management. While offering decent build quality, the device is praised for a satisfying keyboard that includes a numeric keypad, alongside solid, all-day battery life. However, the review highlights significant drawbacks, notably a...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U vs Intel i5-11300H - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i5-11300H and AMD Ryzen 3 5300U are 2021 quad-core processors, with the i5-11300H leading in performance by approximately 14.6% in multi-threaded tasks and 17% in single-thread tests, according to PassMark. Intel utilizes higher base (3.1 GHz) and boost (4.4 GHz) clocks compared to the 5300U to drive this performance gap. The Ryzen 3 5300U excels in efficiency with a...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
06/07/2021
[Comparison] AMD Ryzen 3 5300U vs AMD Ryzen 5 3500U

The LaptopMedia comparison between the AMD Ryzen 3 5300U and Ryzen 5 3500U reveals a significant performance gap, with the newer 7nm Zen 2-based Ryzen 3 5300U outperforming the older 12nm Zen+ Ryzen 5 3500U, despite the latter's higher-tier positioning. Benchmarks show the 5300U is 40% faster in Cinebench 20 and superior in Photoshop tasks, while its Radeon RX Vega 6 graphics...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
28/06/2021
[Comparison] AMD Ryzen 3 5300U vs Intel Core i7-1165G7 – a surprisingly close battle

According to the LaptopMedia comparison, the Intel Core i7-1165G7 serves as the performance leader, offering superior rendering capabilities (roughly 3 seconds faster in Photoshop) and higher Turbo Boost frequencies compared to the AMD Ryzen 3 5300U. However, the 5300U proves competitive, closing the gap in Cinebench 20 to only 1.5%. A major advantage for the i7-1165G7 is the Intel...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
02/07/2021
Comparison: AMD Ryzen 3 5300U vs. Ryzen 5 4500U – The Ryzen 5 was better, but the Ryzen 3 isn't far behind

The AMD Ryzen 5 4500U outperforms the Ryzen 3 5300U, despite both being 7nm Zen 2 chips with a 15W TDP, by utilizing 6 physical cores and a larger 8MB cache, whereas the Ryzen 3 offers 4 cores with 8 threads. In benchmarks, the Ryzen 5 4500U holds a 15% advantage in Cinebench 20 and faster rendering times, while also displaying 9-15% better graphics performance (Radeon RX Vega 6)...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
20/03/2021
CPU-Z Benchmark for AMD Ryzen 3 5300U (4T)

The AMD Ryzen 5 1600X (6 cores/12 threads) running at 3.6 GHz on an ASRock AB350M Pro4 motherboard produces a solid mid-range performance, scoring approximately 440 points in single-thread and 3400 points in multi-thread, ideal for general productivity and moderate gaming. Key advantages include its excellent multi-threaded efficiency, providing high value for creators, and the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
02/07/2021
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U vs. Ryzen 5 4500U Comparison

LaptopMedia compares the AMD Ryzen 5 4500U and Ryzen 3 5300U, finding that while the 6-core 4500U holds a performance advantage, the 4-core/8-thread 5300U (with SMT) provides close performance in an budget-friendly package. The 4500U shows higher synthetic benchmark scores and better 2D/3D performance, yet the 5300U remains a strong contender, particularly for daily tasks, despite a...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
18/06/2021
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U vs AMD Ryzen 3 4300U Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 3 5300U is the superior choice over the 4300U, offering better multi-threaded performance due to SMT support, providing eight threads compared to the 4300U’s four. While based on the same Zen 2 architecture, the 5300U boasts a 26% higher score in Cinebench 20 rendering tests and delivers 13% to 18% better graphics performance with its Radeon RX Vega 6, making it better...Read more

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notebookcheck.biz
06/08/2021
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U - Specs and Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 3 5300U is a "Lucienne" family mobile processor for thin-and-light laptops, utilizing the 7nm Zen 2 microarchitecture, four cores, and eight threads to offer an efficient, cost-effective upgrade over the Ryzen 3 4300U by introducing Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT). Operating at a 15W TDP, it provides excellent multi-threaded performance, often rivaling older,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
02/07/2021
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U vs Ryzen 5 4500U comparison – The Ryzen 5 performed better, but the Ryzen 3 is not that far behind

LaptopMedia compares the AMD Ryzen 5 4500U and Ryzen 3 5300U, finding that while both share Zen 2 architecture, the 6-core Ryzen 5 outperforms the 4-core, 8-thread Ryzen 3 in processing and graphics. Benchmarks show the Ryzen 5 4500U holds a 15% advantage in Cinebench 20 and superior 2D rendering speeds due to higher boost clocks and larger cache. Pros for the 4500U include stronger...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
14/06/2021
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U | LaptopMedia - Benchmarks and Specs

The AMD Ryzen 3 5300U is a quad-core, eight-thread processor based on the 7nm Zen 2 architecture, designed for affordable, thin-and-light laptops. It provides strong multi-threaded performance, utilizing Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT) to outperform older, higher-tier, and competitor chips, with Radeon RX Vega 6 graphics capable of entry-level tasks. Despite its 15W TDP offering...Read more

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02/07/2021
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The AMD Ryzen 3 5300U is a 7nm Zen 2 "Lucienne" entry-level processor featuring 4 cores/8 threads, offering strong performance improvements over the Ryzen 5 3500U with efficient 15W operation. Pros include capable 2D/3D rendering, Radeon RX Vega 6 graphics suitable for light eSports, and suitability for thin, quiet laptops. Cons include its older Zen 2 architecture rather than Zen...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
20/02/2023
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 AMD laptop review - Masters all the essentials

The Notebookcheck review of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14 AMD (Gen 6) highlights the budget laptop as a "budget king" due to the high performance of the Ryzen 3 5300U processor and good maintenance options, such as expandable RAM and an exchangeable battery. The device features a bright 313 cd/m² IPS display and operates quietly, though the plastic chassis shows signs of reduced build...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
02/07/2021
All our articles tagged with AMD Ryzen 3 5300U | LaptopMedia Belgium

The AMD Ryzen 3 5300U is a 4-core, 8-thread "Lucienne" processor designed for budget-friendly laptops, offering a strong upgrade over the Ryzen 3 4300U through higher clock speeds and SMT support. Built on the 7nm Zen 2 architecture, it delivers efficient, responsive performance for daily tasks and outperforms older 3000-series chips. Key pros include excellent energy efficiency,...Read more

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nl.hardware.info
13/05/2021
First Look: Lenovo Ideapad Flex 5 with AMD Ryzen 7 5700U (Lucienne): Good Old Wine in a New Bottle

The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 (14ALC05) with the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U (Lucienne) offers strong multi-threaded performance and excellent battery life, making it a compelling, efficient productivity device. While the 360-degree hinge adds versatility, the 16GB of RAM is soldered to the motherboard, limiting future upgrades, and the 250-nit display is criticized for being dim with poor color...Read more

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tweakers.net
01/06/2023
Laptop Best Buy Guide - June 2023 - Tweakers

The Tweakers Laptop Best Buy Guide for June 2023 highlights a market trend where high post-pandemic stock led to significant discounts on older models, allowing for high-performance components like six-core Ryzen 5 processors in sub-€500 laptops. Key picks included the budget Lenovo IdeaPad 3 for its superior multitasking performance, and the HP 15s, recognized for high value with a...Read more

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tweakers.net
01/12/2021
Laptop Best Buy Guide - December 2021 - Tweakers

The December 2021 Tweakers Laptop Best Buy Guide focuses on budget, basic, and Apple MacBook categories, highlighting the Acer Aspire 5 A515-45-R3S1 as the top budget choice (under €500) due to its strong Ryzen 3 5300U processor and matte IPS screen, while noting its all-plastic construction and lack of backlight as drawbacks. For the basic segment (under €700), the Lenovo IdeaPad 5...Read more

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hardware.info
18/11/2022
Review: Lenovo IdeaPad 3 (82KT00C5MH). 469 euros with Ryzen 3

The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 82KT00C5MH is a well-rounded €469 (approx. AU$770) budget laptop powered by an AMD Ryzen 3 5300U, featuring 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD, making it capable of handling everyday tasks smoothly. It features a 14-inch Full HD IPS display, 1.41kg portability, and premium touches like a backlit keyboard and fingerprint reader, setting it apart from, or in some cases,...Read more

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