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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£480
  • Avg. price in US: ~$360
  • PassMark benchmark result: 14592
  • N. of physical cores: 6
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.3 GHz

AMD Ryzen 5 5625U review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.2

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%

5.2

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.2

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%

4.2

Performance

18.0%

6.1

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.5

Platform

1.0%

6.8

Integrated Graphics

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 4.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    5.0

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    4.5

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    5.5

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    2.6

    N. of physical cores

  • 3.2
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    3.2

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.6

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    4.0

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    3.3

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 5 5625U is a 6-core, 12-thread mobile processor based on the Zen 3 'Barcelo' architecture, featuring a 2.3 GHz base clock and a max boost of up to 4.3 GHz. Manufactured on a 7nm process with a 15W default TDP, it integrates 16MB of L3 cache and Radeon RX Vega 7 graphics clocked at 1800 MHz. Key advantages include excellent power efficiency for thin-and-light laptops, support for dual-channel DDR4-3200 or LPDDR4x-4266 RAM with ECC, and strong multi-threaded performance for productivity. However, it is limited by its older PCIe 3.0 support, an locked multiplier that prevents overclocking, and integrated graphics that struggle with modern AAA gaming at high settings.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen 5 5625U

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

5.2
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a technical score of 5.15 points, which is lower than that of 51.2% 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 5625U 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%

5.2

Overall score

40.0%

8.0

Price

6.0
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a quality-to-price ratio of 6 points, which is lower than 65.3% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

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

Importance: HIGH

mobile
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FP6
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U uses the FP6 CPU socket, which is older than that of 51.9% of processors and equal to that of 4.4% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

X570, B550, A520, X470, B450
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports X570, B550, A520, X470, B450 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 67.7% of processors and equal to that of 1.6% 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 5625U 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+

6
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has 6 CPU cores, which is more than 49.9% of processors and equal to 13.4% 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+

12
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U offers 12 CPU threads, which is more than 55.1% of processors and equal to 14.1% 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 5625U 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

4.3 GHz
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U reaches a boost clock of 4.3 GHz which is higher than that of 48.2% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% 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

6 x 2.3 GHz
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a base clock of 6x2.3 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

7 nm
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U uses a 7 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 71.5% of processors and equal to that of 10.9% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

TSMC 7 nm
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U is built on the TSMC 7 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 56.7% of processors and equal to that of 9.4% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

16 MB
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has an L3 cache of 16 MB which is larger than that of 64.2% of processors and equal to that of 12.7% 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

3 MB
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has an L2 cache of 3 MB which is larger than that of 50.2% of processors and equal to that of 4.4% 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 5625U 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/LPDDR4X
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U 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
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

4,267 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports memory speeds up to 4267 MHz, which is higher than that of 63.7% of processors and equal to 2.6% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

LPDDR4X-4267 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR4X-4267 MHz, which is higher than that of 63.3% of processors and equal to 2.4% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

64 GB
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U 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 5625U 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 7
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U uses the Radeon Vega 7 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 70.7% of processors and equal to that in 2.1% 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

7
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has 7 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 81.3% of processors and equal to 2.4% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

300 MHz
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

VP9 (HW decode)
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports VP9 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 76.2% of processors and equal to 3.6% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

15 W
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

15 W
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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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 5625U supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 15 W
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AMD Ryzen 5 5625U vs the average processor

  • 55.8% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2.7 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 5625U has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2.7 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.2.67 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U 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
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U 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 5625U has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.20 vs 16
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
    When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <10 nm

    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.7 nm vs 12 nm
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U 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 5625U 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
  • Supports ECC memory
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Can work with ECC memory, which helps detect and correct certain memory errors on supported platforms.
    When it matters: When long-term stability, uptime, or data integrity matter more than a basic consumer-style setup.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Barcelo 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 5625U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Barcelo vs Kaby Lake).Barcelo vs Kaby Lake
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4).
    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

    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4).DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 4 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 15% better single-core performance
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,855 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 38.5% higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (14,592 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 11.8% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (541 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 24.4% higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (5,963 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 55.8% more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2.7 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Barcelo vs Kaby Lake).
  • 2x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (16 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 2.16x more transistors
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has more transistors than the average processor (10.7 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Supports ECC memory
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • Newer DDR support
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4X vs DDR4).
  • 45.5% higher memory speed
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (4,267 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 1 more supported displays
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U 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.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U 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.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 70.8% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (7 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • Narrower media codec support
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
    What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
    When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

    Importance: LOW

    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).VP9 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
  • 5 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U 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 5625U 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
  • 92% more expensive
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U is more expensive than the average processor (£480 vs £250).
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U is more expensive than the average processor (£480 vs £250).£480 vs £250
  • 70.8% fewer GPU execution units
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (7 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 5 5625U has fewer GPU execution units than the average processor (7 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.7 vs 24
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U 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 5 5625U supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • 6.1% worse value for money
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has worse value for money than the average processor (6.00 vs 6.367).
    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.
    AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has worse value for money than the average processor (6.00 vs 6.367).6 vs 6.37
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What customers like about AMD Ryzen 5 5625U?

  • Excellent value for money and price-to-performance ratio for budget laptops.
  • Strong multi-core performance for productivity, programming, and multitasking thanks to 6 cores and 12 threads.
  • High power efficiency and low 15W TDP, leading to good battery life in most models.
  • The integrated Radeon Vega 7 graphics are capable of handling light gaming, esports titles (e.g., CS:GO, Dota 2), and basic video editing.
  • Runs relatively cool for daily tasks compared to some older Intel 11th Gen alternatives.
  • Includes a 16MB L3 cache, which is double that of previous generations like the 5500U, improving overall responsiveness.

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen 5 5625U?

  • Integrated graphics (iGPU) struggle with modern AAA games, often requiring 720p resolution and low settings for playable frame rates.
  • iGPU consumes up to 2GB of system RAM for VRAM, which can limit available memory on laptops with only 8GB installed.
  • The 15W power limit (TDP) can cause performance throttling under sustained heavy workloads compared to 'H' series processors.
  • Locked multiplier prevents overclocking, limiting potential performance gains for advanced users.
  • Often paired with budget laptop chassis that may have poor build quality, dim displays, or weak cooling systems.

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AMD Ryzen 5 5625U - benchmark tests

The AMD Ryzen 5 5625U is a 7nm Zen 3 "Barcelo" refresh processor (6 cores/12 threads) designed for efficient, thin-and-light laptops, featuring a 16MB L3 cache that boosts Instructions Per Clock (IPC) performance over Zen 2 models. It offers a strong, power-efficient (15W TDP) balance for daily tasks and productivity, though it is limited by the older Vega 7 integrated graphics and...Read more

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01/01/2022
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U - CPU Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5625U is a 7nm, 6-core/12-thread Barcelo-based mobile processor released in early 2022, designed for high efficiency in 15W TDP laptops. It delivers substantial performance improvements over the 5500U, boasting roughly 15% faster multi-threaded and 19% faster single-thread speeds. While the integrated Radeon RX Vega 7 graphics are sufficient for basic tasks and light...Read more

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23/08/2022
All our articles with AMD Ryzen 5 5625U tag

The AMD Ryzen 5 5625U is a 15W "Barcelo" refresh processor (Zen 3) providing solid multi-threaded performance with 6 cores and 12 threads. While offering a slight 100 MHz boost over its predecessor, it often trails 12th Gen Intel rivals in single-core responsiveness. The chip features integrated Radeon RX Vega 7 graphics, suitable for light gaming but showing age against newer...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
23/08/2022
Intel Core i5-1240P vs. AMD Ryzen 5 5625U Comparison

According to LaptopMedia, the Intel Core i5-1240P outperforms the AMD Ryzen 5 5625U, driven by its 12-core hybrid architecture that offers superior, versatile performance for both demanding and background tasks. Benchmarks reveal the Intel chip holds a significant advantage, delivering a 28% boost in 3D rendering and faster Photoshop performance, along with more capable integrated...Read more

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02/04/2022
HP 255 G9 Review: A balanced 15-inch laptop for work and entertainment

The AMD Ryzen 5 5625U is a Zen 3-based "Barcelo" refresh processor designed for thin and light laptops, featuring 6 cores, 12 threads, and a 100 MHz boost over the previous 5600U. Built on a 7 nm process, it offers high energy efficiency, excellent battery life, and strong multi-thread performance suitable for daily productivity and light gaming via integrated Radeon Vega 7...Read more

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23/08/2022
All our articles tagged AMD Ryzen 5 5625U

The AMD Ryzen 5 5625U is a "Barcelo" refresh of the Zen 3 architecture, offering a 6-core, 12-thread design optimized for energy-efficient, thin-and-light productivity laptops. A key pro is its excellent power efficiency, while a significant con is that it is frequently outperformed in raw performance and modern features by newer Intel 12th and 13th Gen chips. In benchmarks like...Read more

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11/06/2023
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 G4 AMD review - Affordable with no major weaknesses

The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 G4 AMD is a durable, budget-friendly business laptop featuring a sturdy chassis and a superior 1.8 mm travel keyboard, offering high-value performance with its Ryzen 5000 (Barcelo-U) processors. Key advantages include excellent serviceability, with two M.2 SSD slots and expandable RAM, alongside efficient, quiet thermal management. Drawbacks are highlighted...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
14/09/2022
Dell Vostro 15 3525 (Ryzen 5 5625U) Review

The Dell Vostro 15 3525, featuring the AMD Ryzen 5 5625U, is an affordable business laptop boasting a smooth 120Hz Full HD IPS display and excellent internal upgradability, including two SODIMM slots and dual storage options. However, the budget-conscious design results in a completely plastic chassis with significant flex, alongside a rudimentary cooling system that allows for high...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
03/09/2022
Dell Vostro 16 5625, Ryzen 5 5625U review – efficient, powerful, and cool

The Dell Vostro 16 5625 is an aluminum-chassis, 16-inch business notebook featuring a 16:10 aspect ratio, a 1.97 kg weight, and a professional design with a rear rubber strip for improved cooling. Powered by the AMD Ryzen 5 5625U, the device offers strong, quiet performance and exceptional battery life lasting up to 14 hours in web browsing, while also providing user-upgradable...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
20/03/2022
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U vs Intel i5-11400H: CPU Benchmark Comparison

PassMark data indicates a close performance race between the AMD Ryzen 5 5625U and Intel Core i5-11400H, with the i5-11400H (15,184) slightly leading the 5625U (14,602) in CPU Mark, though both provide similar performance in daily tasks. The 7nm Ryzen 5625U excels in efficiency with a 15W TDP, ideal for thin-and-light laptops, while the 45W Intel i5-11400H targets high-performance,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
01/09/2022
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U - Specifications and Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5625U is a "Barcelo" refresh processor (7nm, Zen 3) featuring 6 cores and 12 threads with a 15W TDP, designed for efficiency in thin and light laptops. It boasts strong multi-core performance for productivity, offering excellent battery life and efficient multitasking capabilities. However, limitations include integrated Vega 7 graphics unsuitable for modern gaming,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
01/12/2022
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 (17", 2022) review | LaptopMedia Netherlands

The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 (17", 2022) is a budget-friendly 17.3-inch laptop featuring strong performance with AMD Ryzen 5000U-series processors and an impressive Full HD IPS display covering 96% sRGB, which is free from PWM for comfortable viewing. Key advantages include decent battery life, good upgradeability via a SODIMM slot, and a functional USB-C port, though it is limited by a...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
10/03/2022
Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Series - Laptop Review with Barcelo Update

The Lenovo ThinkBook 15 functions as an affordable, business-oriented device featuring an aluminum lid, comprehensive port selection (including five USBs and an SD reader), and a comfortable keyboard with a numpad. While offering solid, everyday office performance, the laptop is limited by a dim, 250-nit display with narrow sRGB color coverage and a flexible, all-plastic base that...Read more

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