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AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 5450U Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180PassMark benchmark result:10694N. of physical cores:4CPU boost clock speed:4.0 GHzCPU socket:FP6TDP (Thermal design power):15 W

AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 5450U Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Processors category and whether it is worth buying.

5.2

Overall score

Score
5.2/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

90%

5.2

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–¼Worse than 58% of processors
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

60%

4.3

Performance

18%

5.7

Cache & Architecture

10%

6.0

Memory & PCIe

7%

7.7

Power & Thermal

4%

8.3

Platform

1%

6.5

Integrated Graphics

â–¼Worse than 56% of processors
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £180

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Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 5450U

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

60%

4.3

Performance

18%

5.7

Cache & Architecture

10%

6.0

Memory & PCIe

7%

7.7

Power & Thermal

4%

8.3

Platform

1%

6.5

Integrated Graphics

5.2
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 5450U has a popularity score of 1 point, which is higher than that of 0% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components:

60%

5.2

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

6.5
Brand name
AMD
Processor type
mobile
Processor type
mobile
â–¼ Worse than 44% of models
This processor 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
FP6
CPU socket
FP6
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This processor uses the FP6 CPU socket, which is older than that of 52.7% of processors and equal to that of 4.4% of processors.
Chipset
N/A
CPU architecture
x86-64
CPU architecture
x86-64
â–² Better than 2% of models
This processor 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
4
N. of physical cores
4
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <2 – >12
This processor has 4 CPU cores, which is fewer than 50.7% of processors and equal to 28.5% of processors.
CPU threads
8
CPU threads
8
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
Market range: <4 – >24
This processor offers 8 CPU threads, which is more than 35.2% of processors and equal to 19.1% of processors.
Threads per core
2
Threads per core
2
â–² Better than 30% of models
Market range: <0 – >2.5
This processor offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.3% of processors and equal to 69.7% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
4 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
4 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
This processor reaches a boost clock of 4 GHz which is lower than that of 59.8% of processors and equal to that of 5.1% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
4x 2.6 GHz
CPU base clock speed
4x 2.6 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
This processor has a base clock of 4x2.6 GHz which is lower than that of 65.5% of processors and equal to that of 0.8% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
7 nm
Semiconductor size
7 nm
â–² Better than 72% of models
Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
This processor 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
TSMC 7 nm
Foundry
TSMC 7 nm
â–² Better than 57% of models
This processor 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
8 MB
L3 cache
8 MB
â–¼ Worse than 49% of models
Market range: <2 MB – >32 MB
This processor 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
2 MB
L2 cache
2 MB
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
This processor has an L2 cache of 2 MB which is smaller than that of 51% of processors and equal to that of 11.2% of processors.
L1 cache
256 KB
L1 cache
256 KB
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <128 KB – >1.2k KB
This processor has an L1 cache of 256 KB which is smaller than that of 59.4% of processors and equal to that of 18.6% of processors.
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DDR memory version
DDR4/LPDDR4X
DDR memory version
DDR4/LPDDR4X
â–² Better than 63% of models
This processor supports DDR DDR4/LPDDR4X, which is newer than that of 63.4% of processors and equal to that of 3% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
4,266 MHz
Maximum memory speed
4,266 MHz
â–² Better than 62% of models
Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
This processor supports memory speeds up to 4,266 MHz, which is higher than that of 61.5% of processors and equal to 2.5% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
DDR4-3200 MHz
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
DDR4-3200 MHz
â–² Better than 48% of models
This processor supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-3200 MHz, which is higher than that of 47.6% of processors and equal to 9.2% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
N/A
Maximum memory capacity
64 GB
Maximum memory capacity
64 GB
â–¼ Worse than 44% of models
Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
This processor supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.5% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
yes
Integrated graphics
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This processor includes integrated graphics. 12.4% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
Radeon Vega 6
Integrated GPU model
Radeon Vega 6
â–² Better than 68% of models
This processor uses the Radeon Vega 6 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 68.5% of processors and equal to that in 2.2% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
6
Integrated GPU execution units
6
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Market range: <6 – >64
This processor has 6 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 83.8% of processors and equal to 6.3% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
300 MHz
Integrated GPU base frequency
300 MHz
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <300 MHz – >800 MHz
This processor has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 58.1% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode)
Integrated media encoders/decoders
H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode)
â–² Better than 56% of models
This processor 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)
15 W
TDP (Thermal design power)
15 W
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 78% of processors and equal to that of 16% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
15 W
Base power (PL1)
15 W
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.3% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
?
Tau (power duration limit)
N/A
Configurable TDP
yes
Configurable TDP
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This processor supports configurable TDP. 47.3% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 10-25 W
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AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 5450U vs the average processor

246810TotalPlatformPerformanceCache & ArchitectureMemory & PCIeIntegrated GraphicsPower & Thermal
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Microarchitecture codename
    Cezanne
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Cezanne vs Kaby Lake).
    Cezanne vs Kaby Lake
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Base power (PL1)
    15 W
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor 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
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    Semiconductor size
    7 nm
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
    This processor has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    7 nm vs 12 nm
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    Maximum operating temperature (TJ Max)
    105 °C
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >105 °C
    This processor 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
  • Advanced security extensions
    Security extensions
    AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, Memory Guard, Secure Processor, Shadow Stack, SME
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This processor provides more advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, Memory Guard, Secure Processor, Shadow Stack, SME vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor).
    AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, Memory Guard, Secure Processor, Shadow Stack, SME vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor
  • Newer DDR support
    DDR memory version
    DDR4/LPDDR4X
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This processor supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4).
    DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    15 W
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor 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
  • More advanced foundry
    Foundry
    TSMC 7 nm
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This processor uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
    TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • Advanced security extensions
    Security extensions
    AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, Memory Guard, Secure Processor, Shadow Stack, SME
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This processor provides more advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, Memory Guard, Secure Processor, Shadow Stack, SME vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor).
    AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, SMAP, SMEP, Memory Guard, Secure Processor, Shadow Stack, SME vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Cryptographic acceleration
    AES, SHA, RSA/PKA
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    This processor includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not. 0.00% of processors include crypto acceleration.
    AES, SHA, RSA/PKA vs AES, SHA
  • Broader instruction support
    Instruction sets
    MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This processor supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, BMI1, BMI2 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
  • 9.4% better single-core performance
    PassMark single-core benchmark score
    2,735
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >4k
    This processor has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,735 vs 2,500). The average processor scores 2,500 in PassMark single-core.
    2,735 vs 2,500
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Microarchitecture codename
    Cezanne
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Cezanne vs Kaby Lake).
    Cezanne vs Kaby Lake
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    Semiconductor size
    7 nm
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
    This processor has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    7 nm vs 12 nm
  • More advanced foundry
    Foundry
    TSMC 7 nm
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This processor uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
    TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    L3 per core
    2 MB/core
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <1 MB/core – >3 MB/core
    This processor has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.7 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 2.16x more transistors
    N. of transistors
    10.7 billion
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <1.303 billion – >25 billion
    This processor has more transistors than the average processor (10.7 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
    10.7 billion vs 4.95 billion
  • Newer DDR support
    DDR memory version
    DDR4/LPDDR4X
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This processor supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4).
    DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4
  • 45.4% higher memory speed
    Maximum memory speed
    4,266 MHz
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
    This processor has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (4266 MHz vs 2933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2933 MHz.
    4,266 MHz vs 2,933 MHz
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Base power (PL1)
    15 W
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor 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
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    Maximum operating temperature (TJ Max)
    105 °C
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >105 °C
    This processor 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
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    15 W
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor 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
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    N. of physical cores
    4
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This processor has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    4 vs 6
  • 43.9% weaker multi-core performance
    Cinebench R20 multi-core benchmark score
    1,567
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <702 – >10.8k
    This processor has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,567 vs 2,791). The average processor scores 2,791 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    1,567 vs 2,791
  • 7% lower boost clock
    CPU boost clock speed
    4.0 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
    This processor has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    4.0 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    CPU temperature
    105 °C
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >105 °C
    This processor 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.
    105 °C vs 100 °C
  • 33.3% smaller L1 cache
    L1 cache
    256 KB
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <128 KB – >1.2k KB
    This processor has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (256 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    256 KB vs 384 KB
  • Lower base clock
    CPU base clock speed
    4 x 2.6 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This processor has a lower base clock than the average processor (4x2.6 GHz vs 4x3.3 GHz).
    4x2.6 GHz vs 4x3.3 GHz
  • 75% fewer GPU execution units
    Integrated GPU execution units
    6
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <6 – >64
    This processor 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
    Integrated media encoders/decoders
    H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode)
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This processor 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
    TPM type
    fTPM 2.0
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    This processor supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2 vs PTT 2).
    fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    N. of physical cores
    4
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This processor has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    4 vs 6
  • 43.9% weaker multi-core performance
    Cinebench R20 multi-core benchmark score
    1,567
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <702 – >10.8k
    This processor has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,567 vs 2,791). The average processor scores 2,791 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    1,567 vs 2,791
  • 7% lower boost clock
    CPU boost clock speed
    4.0 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
    This processor has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    4.0 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • Lower base clock
    CPU base clock speed
    4 x 2.6 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This processor has a lower base clock than the average processor (4x2.6 GHz vs 4x3.3 GHz).
    4x2.6 GHz vs 4x3.3 GHz
  • 33.3% smaller L1 cache
    L1 cache
    256 KB
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <128 KB – >1.2k KB
    This processor has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (256 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    256 KB vs 384 KB
  • 20% smaller L2 cache
    L2 cache
    2 MB
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
    This processor 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
  • 1.7% larger die size
    Die size
    180 mm²
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <99 mm² – >257 mm²
    This processor has a higher die size than the average processor (180 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
    180 mm² vs 177 mm²
  • 75% fewer GPU execution units
    Integrated GPU execution units
    6
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <6 – >64
    This processor 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
    Integrated media encoders/decoders
    H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode)
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This processor 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)
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    CPU temperature
    105 °C
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <95 °C – >105 °C
    This processor 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.
    105 °C vs 100 °C

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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browser.geekbench.com
29/03/2026
Summary of the review
AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U Benchmarks - Geekbench Browser
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notebookcheck.com
25/03/2026
Summary of the review
AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U vs AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 3300U vs AMD Ryzen 3 5400U - Benchmarks and Tests
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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
Summary of the review
AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U - CPU Benchmarks (Technical Data and Tests)
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Third-party reviews

What we like about AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 5450U

  • Excellent single-threaded performance due to the Zen 3 architecture, making it highly responsive for daily tasks.
  • Strong energy efficiency (7nm process) that contributes to longer battery life in thin and light laptops.
  • Reliable multitasking capabilities for office work, such as handling many browser tabs and office applications simultaneously.
  • Includes enterprise-grade security and manageability features (AMD Memory Guard) as part of the Ryzen PRO lineup.
  • Capable integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics that handle light gaming (e.g., Minecraft) better than many competing integrated solutions.
  • Runs cool and quiet during standard operation, making it ideal for professional and student environments.

What we don't like about AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 5450U

  • Lower multi-core performance compared to Ryzen 5 or Ryzen 7 alternatives with more physical cores.
  • Not suitable for heavy gaming or intensive professional creative work like high-resolution video rendering.
  • Limited to PCIe Gen 3, missing out on the faster data transfer speeds of newer Gen 4 or Gen 5 standards.
  • Processor is permanently soldered to the motherboard (BGA), preventing future CPU upgrades.
  • Performance is highly dependent on the specific laptop's cooling solution and power limit configurations set by the manufacturer.

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U is a Zen 3-based 'Cezanne' quad-core processor for thin and light laptops, featuring 8 threads, a 2.6 GHz base clock, and a boost clock of up to 4.0 GHz. Built on a 7nm process with a default 15W TDP, it includes an integrated Radeon RX Vega 6 GPU (up to 1600 MHz), 8MB of L3 cache, and support for DDR4-3200 or LPDDR4-4266 RAM. Its main pros include strong single-core performance due to improved IPC, excellent power efficiency for better battery life, and enterprise-grade PRO security and manageability features. However, it may struggle with heavy multithreaded workloads compared to Ryzen 5 or 7 counterparts, lacks an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, and is limited by a lower core count for intensive professional rendering or compilation.

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