AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE Review | 78 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£130
  • Avg. price in US: ~$80
  • PassMark benchmark result: 8722
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.0 GHz

AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.8

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%

4.8

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Poor
4.8

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

60.0%

4.0

Performance

18.0%

4.3

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

8.3

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.5

Platform

1.0%

8.4

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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 3.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.5

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    4.6

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 1.7
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.2

    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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Best prices in UK

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE is a power-efficient quad-core desktop APU from the Picasso family, built on a 12nm Zen+ architecture and designed for the AM4 socket. It features 8 threads, a 3.3 GHz base clock with a 4.0 GHz max boost, and an integrated 11-core Radeon RX Vega 11 graphics engine running at 1300 MHz. Its primary characteristic is a remarkably low 35W TDP, making it ideal for compact, low-profile systems or home theatre PCs where thermal management is critical. Main pros include its surprisingly capable integrated graphics, which can handle light 1080p gaming without a discrete GPU, and its excellent performance-per-watt ratio. However, its lower clock speeds compared to the standard 65W 3400G model result in reduced peak processing power, and as an older Zen+ part, it lacks the IPC gains and PCIe 4.0 support found in newer Ryzen generations.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE

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%

?

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

?

Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

?

Integrated Graphics

4.8
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a technical score of 4.78 points, which is lower than that of 58.5% 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 5 3400GE 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%

4.8

Overall score

40.0%

9.8

Price

6.3
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.3 points, which is lower than 51% 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 5 3400GE belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

AM4
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE uses the AM4 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 76.3% of processors and equal to that of 9.7% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

X570, B550, A520, X470, B450, X370, B350, A320
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE supports X570, B550, A520, X470, B450, X370, B350, A320 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 73.8% of processors and equal to that of 4.5% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE 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 5 3400GE 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 5 3400GE 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 5 3400GE 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

4.0 GHz
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE reaches a boost clock of 4.0 GHz which is lower than that of 59.8% of processors and equal to that of 5% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

4 x 3.3 GHz
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a base clock of 4x3.3 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

12 nm
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE uses a 12 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 49.3% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% 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

GlobalFoundries 12 nm
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE is built on the GlobalFoundries 12 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 49.3% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% 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 5 3400GE 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 5 3400GE 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

384 KB
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has an L1 cache of 384 KB which is larger than that of 45% of processors and equal to that of 15.8% 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 5 3400GE 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

2,933 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE supports memory speeds up to 2933 MHz, which is higher than that of 46.3% of processors and equal to 5.1% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR4-2933 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2933 MHz, which is higher than that of 46.8% of processors and equal to 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

3,200 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE supports XMP/EXPO memory speeds up to 3200 MHz, which is higher than that of 90.7% of processors and equal to 1.5% of processors.
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 5 3400GE 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

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AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE 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 11
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE uses the Radeon Vega 11 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 76.9% of processors and equal to that in 0.7% 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

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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

1,300 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has an integrated GPU clock of 1300 MHz which is higher than that of 99.9% 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), VP8 (HW decode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode)
AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), VP8 (HW decode), MPEG-2 (HW decode), VC-1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 94.2% of processors and equal to 0.1% 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 5 3400GE 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 5 3400GE 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 5 3400GE supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 7-3920 W
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AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE vs the average processor

  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Has an unlocked CPU multiplier, which makes manual CPU overclocking much easier on supported platforms.
    When it matters: When you plan to push clock speeds beyond stock settings instead of leaving the processor completely at default behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE 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 5 3400GE supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    16 usable lanes
    What it is: The number of PCIe lanes provided directly by the processor.
    When it matters: When you connect fast GPUs, SSDs, or expansion cards.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=20

    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.20 vs 16
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
    What it is: The reported operating temperature of the processor.
    When it matters: When you monitor thermals, cooling, or system stability.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <100 °C

    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.95 °C vs 100 °C
  • Modern CPU socket
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM4 vs FP2).
    What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

    Importance: HIGH

    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM4 vs FP2).AM4 vs FP2
  • 3.71x higher GPU clock speed
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (1,300 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
    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

    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (1,300 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.1300 MHz vs 350 MHz
  • 22.2% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE 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.
    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 5 3400GE 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.35 W vs 45 W
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 12 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 5 3400GE uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 12 nm vs Intel 14 nm).GlobalFoundries 12 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • Modern CPU socket
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (AM4 vs FP2).
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 12 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 3.71x higher GPU clock speed
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (1,300 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
  • Better integrated GPU
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Radeon Vega 11 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE 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 5 3400GE 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.
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 77.1% lower multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,097 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 25.4% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,097 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 7% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE 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.
  • 10% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,235 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 17.2% lower PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (8,722 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE 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.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Picasso vs Kaby Lake).
  • 50% smaller L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 18% larger die size
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a higher die size than the average processor (210 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 20% smaller L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE 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.
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 77.1% lower multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,097 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,097 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.1,097 vs 4,793
  • 25.4% lower single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,097 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 5 3400GE has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,097 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,097 vs 1,471
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE 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 5 3400GE 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 5 3400GE 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 5 3400GE has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Picasso 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 5 3400GE uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Picasso vs Kaby Lake).Picasso vs Kaby Lake
  • 7% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE 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.
    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 5 3400GE 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 lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE 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 5 3400GE 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
  • 10% weaker single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,235 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 5 3400GE has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,235 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.2,235 vs 2,483

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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE?

  • Excellent energy efficiency with a low 35W TDP, making it ideal for mini-PCs, HTPCs, and compact office builds.
  • Integrated Radeon RX Vega 11 graphics provide competent performance for entry-level gaming and 4K media streaming without a dedicated GPU.
  • Supports multithreading (4 cores/8 threads), which aids in multitasking and everyday productivity tasks.
  • Compatible with affordable AM4 motherboards (A320/B450 chipsets), offering a low total system cost.
  • Includes professional-grade features like AMD Memory Guard and ECC memory support for improved security and stability.

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE?

  • Lower clock speeds (3.3 GHz base / 4.0 GHz boost) compared to the standard 65W 3400G model.
  • Built on older Zen+ (12nm) architecture rather than the faster Zen 2 architecture used in other Ryzen 3000 series chips.
  • Integrated graphics performance is heavily dependent on RAM speed, but the older memory controller can struggle with high-frequency modules.
  • Limited upgrade path as it lacks support for newer standards like PCIe 4.0.
  • Primarily an OEM-only part, which can make it harder to find for individual retail purchase compared to standard models.
  • Performance in modern AAA titles is limited, often requiring low settings or 720p resolution for playable frame rates.

Expert reviews

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G (65W) and Ryzen 5 3400GE (35W) are Zen+ quad-core processors designed for different power and performance needs, with the 3400G offering higher base/turbo clocks (3.7/4.2 GHz) compared to the 3400GE (3.3/4.0 GHz). The PRO 3400G delivers superior performance, scoring approximately 17% higher in PassMark tests with faster integrated graphics (1400 MHz),...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
08/03/2023

The AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE is a 4-core/8-thread Zen+ desktop processor designed for low-power operation, featuring a 3.3 GHz base clock, 4.0 GHz boost, and a conservative 35W TDP. Ideal for small-form-factor or home theater PCs, this APU provides excellent power efficiency and includes integrated Radeon Vega graphics, eliminating the need for a discrete GPU for daily tasks. However, the...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
30/03/2026

The AMD Ryzen 5 3400G (65W) and 3400GE (35W) share similar Zen+ architecture and Radeon RX Vega 11 graphics, but differ primarily in power consumption, making the 3400G better for performance and the 3400GE ideal for energy-efficient, compact systems. The 3400G provides superior performance with higher base (3.7 GHz) and boost (4.2 GHz) clocks compared to the 3400GE's 3.3 GHz and...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
29/03/2026

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D (ID: bkkcst) is a high-performance 8-core, 16-thread processor based on the "Zen 3" architecture, featuring 96 MB of L3 3D V-Cache to reduce latency. It operates at a 3.0 GHz base clock with a 4.1 GHz boost while maintaining a 105W TDP. Proponents highlight the CPU as an excellent, cost-effective upgrade for existing Socket AM4 platforms that delivers gaming...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
01/02/2026

The Intel Core i5-14600KF validation (twc282/20) reveals a 20-thread Raptor Lake Refresh processor achieving a Single-Thread score of 883 and a Multi-Thread score of 10,288, establishing it as a high-performance, mid-range contender. Pros include exceptional single-core speed ideal for gaming, strong productivity performance, and a lower price point for overclocking enthusiasts due...Read more

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ct.nl
20/12/2019

According to a CT.nl test, modern mini PCs with AMD Ryzen 5000, 6000, and 7000 series processors have matured into legitimate alternatives for demanding office and media tasks, offering superior multi-threaded performance and integrated graphics (iGPU) compared to competitors. These compact systems are highly efficient, featuring robust connectivity options like dual 2.5GbE LAN and...Read more

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