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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£180
  • Avg. price in US: ~$180
  • PassMark benchmark result: 14460
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.9 GHz

AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

6.9

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%

6.9

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
6.9

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%

6.4

Performance

18.0%

7.1

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

7.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

8.3

Power & Thermal

4.0%

9.1

Platform

1.0%

8.0

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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 6.4
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.3

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.3

    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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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE is a low-power, entry-level desktop processor from the Phoenix 2 series, featuring a hybrid architecture with 4 cores (1 Zen 4 and 3 Zen 4c) and 8 threads. Operating on the AM5 socket with a power-efficient 35W TDP, it offers a base clock of 3.5 GHz and a boost clock of up to 4.9 GHz, supported by 4MB of L2 cache and 8MB of L3 cache. Key strengths include its 4nm fabrication process for high efficiency, support for DDR5-5200 memory, PCIe 4.0 connectivity, and integrated Radeon 740M graphics suitable for basic multimedia tasks. Additionally, it incorporates enterprise-grade AMD PRO technologies for enhanced security and manageability. However, its performance is limited for demanding workloads like AAA gaming or heavy video editing due to its quad-core configuration and the 35W power envelope, which restricts peak performance compared to higher-wattage models.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE

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%

?

Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

6.9
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a technical score of 6.92 points, which is higher than that of 83.1% 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 Pro 8300GE 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%

6.9

Overall score

40.0%

9.6

Price

7.7
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.7 points, which is higher than 89.2% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

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

Importance: HIGH

desktop
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE 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

AM5
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE uses the AM5 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 95.7% of processors and equal to that of 2.7% 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

X870E, X870, B850, B840, X670E, X670, B650E, B650, A620
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports X870E, X870, B850, B840, X670E, X670, B650E, B650, A620 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 91.8% of processors and equal to that of 3.4% 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 Pro 8300GE 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 Pro 8300GE 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 Pro 8300GE 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 Pro 8300GE 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

4.9 GHz
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE reaches a boost clock of 4.9 GHz which is higher than that of 75.6% of processors and equal to that of 4.6% 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

1 x 4.0 GHz & 3 x 3.2 GHz
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a base clock of 1x4.0 GHz & 3x3.2 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

4 nm
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE uses a 4 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 88.4% of processors and equal to that of 7.5% 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 4 nm
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE is built on the TSMC 4 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 87% of processors and equal to that of 7.5% 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 Pro 8300GE 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

4 MB
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has an L2 cache of 4 MB which is larger than that of 55.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.2% 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 Pro 8300GE 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

DDR5
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports DDR DDR5, which is newer than that of 66.4% of processors and equal to that of 12.6% 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

5,200 MHz
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports memory speeds up to 5200 MHz, which is higher than that of 72.1% of processors and equal to 7% 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

DDR5-5200 MHz
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-5200 MHz, which is higher than that of 74.1% of processors and equal to 5.2% 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

256 GB
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports up to 256 GB of memory, which is more than 89.4% of processors and equal to 8.3% 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 Pro 8300GE 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 740M
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE uses the Radeon 740M integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 93.1% of processors and equal to that in 1.4% 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

4
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has 4 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 90.3% of processors and equal to 2.6% 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

800 MHz
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has an integrated GPU clock of 800 MHz which is higher than that of 90.8% of processors and equal to that of 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

AV1 (HW decode)
AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 63.1% of processors and equal to 10.8% 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 Pro 8300GE 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 Pro 8300GE 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

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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 Pro 8300GE supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE vs the average processor

  • 55.5% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,860 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 Pro 8300GE has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,860 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,860 vs 2,483
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Phoenix 2 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 Pro 8300GE uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Phoenix 2 vs Kaby Lake).Phoenix 2 vs Kaby Lake
  • 4x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 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 Pro 8300GE has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.256 GB vs 64 GB
  • 14% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.9 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 Pro 8300GE has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 66.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a lower process node than the average processor (4 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 Pro 8300GE has a lower process node than the average processor (4 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.4 nm vs 12 nm
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Combines high-performance cores with lower-power efficiency cores instead of relying on just one core type.
    When it matters: When you want strong burst performance in demanding tasks without wasting as much power during lighter background work.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • Newer PCIe version
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
    What it is: The newest PCIe generation the processor can use directly for graphics cards, SSDs, and other high-speed expansion devices.
    When it matters: When you want support for newer GPUs or SSDs, or more bandwidth for high-speed expansion hardware.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 4.0

    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).4.0 vs 3.0
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE 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 Pro 8300GE supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • Modern CPU socket
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM5 vs FP2).
  • 4 year/s newer release date
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a newer release date than the average processor (2,024 vs 2,020).
  • Supports HMP
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 55.5% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,860 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 14% higher boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 37.3% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (14,460 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Phoenix 2 vs Kaby Lake).
  • 66.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a lower process node than the average processor (4 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 4 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 2x more L2 per core
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • 4.22x more transistors
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has more transistors than the average processor (20.9 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • 23% smaller die size
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a lower die size than the average processor (137 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE 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.
  • 60% larger L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 4x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Newer PCIe version
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 81.7% higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (83.2 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 77.3% higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (5,200 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • Supports ECC memory
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • Better integrated GPU
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Radeon 740M vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 2.29x higher GPU clock speed
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (800 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE 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.
  • 22.2% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE 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
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 33.3% smaller L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (256 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 2 fewer PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (14 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    10 usable lanes
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 83.3% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (4 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE 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 Pro 8300GE 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 Pro 8300GE 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 Pro 8300GE 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 Pro 8300GE 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
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (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 Pro 8300GE supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
  • 2 fewer PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (14 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    10 usable lanes
    What it is: The number of PCIe lanes provided directly by the processor.
    When it matters: When you connect fast GPUs, SSDs, or expansion cards.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=20

    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (14 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.14 vs 16
  • 33.3% smaller L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE 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 Pro 8300GE 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
  • 83.3% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (4 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 Pro 8300GE has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (4 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.4 vs 24
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE 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 Pro 8300GE supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE?

  • Excellent power efficiency with a low default TDP of 35W.
  • Strong single-thread performance, showing significant improvements over older generations like the i7-9700.
  • Supports modern standards including DDR5 memory and PCIe Gen 4.
  • Includes integrated Radeon 740M graphics, suitable for light gaming and daily tasks without a discrete GPU.
  • Offers advanced security and professional features like AMD Memory Guard and ECC memory support.

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 3 Pro 8300GE?

  • Limited availability for individual retail purchase, as it is primarily an OEM-focused chip.
  • The multiplier is locked, which strictly limits manual overclocking capabilities compared to non-PRO Ryzen 3 chips.
  • Reduced PCIe lane count (typically 14 lanes), which may limit discrete GPU performance to x4 mode.
  • Quad-core configuration (4 cores, 8 threads) may struggle with highly intensive multitasking or the most demanding 2025/2026 gaming titles.
  • The integrated graphics, while capable, are insufficient for medium-to-high settings in modern AAA titles like Cyberpunk 2077.

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE is a 2024 entry-level, 4-core/8-thread processor utilizing a 35W TDP, 1 Zen 4 core, and 3 Zen 4c cores for energy-efficient office performance. It features Radeon 740M integrated graphics and supports modern technologies like DDR5 memory and PCIe Gen 4, with high single-thread ratings. The processor's primary drawbacks include a locked multiplier, limited...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
30/03/2026
AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE - CPU Benchmarks (French version available via selector)

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE is a 4nm, 4-core/8-thread (1 Zen 4 + 3 Zen 4c) AM5 entry-level APU designed for high energy efficiency and productivity, boasting a 4.9 GHz boost clock and Radeon 740M graphics. It delivers strong single-threaded performance and low 35W TDP, making it ideal for compact PCs, while offering enterprise-grade security features. However, its "Zen 4c"...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
01/01/2024
AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE is a 4-core, 8-thread, 35W processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, offering high energy efficiency for small-form-factor and enterprise systems. It features strong single-core performance with a 4.9 GHz boost clock and supports modern technologies like DDR5 memory, PCIe Gen 4, and Radeon 740M integrated graphics. However, it is primarily an OEM-only...Read more

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