Athlon PRO 300GE
AMD
PassMark
4,342
MSRP
$50
AVG Price
$50
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Athlon PRO 300GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 4,342 points. Launch price was $149.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Athlon PRO 300GE across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
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Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Athlon PRO 300GE specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Athlon PRO 300GE is a 2-core / 4-thread processor based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture, manufactured on a 12 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.4 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB of L3 cache, plus 1 MB of L2 cache and 192 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 4,342, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Athlon PRO 300GE |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 2C / 4T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 3.4 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Zen+ (2018−2019) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 12 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 4 MB |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 1 MB |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 192 kB |
| Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor | 209.78 mm2 |
| Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities | 4950 Million |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 4,342 |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon PRO 300GE fits into the AM4 socket and supports PCIe 3.0 with 8 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR4-2666 memory at speeds up to DDR4-2666 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 64 GB across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth). Integrated graphics: Radeon Vega 3 — allows display output without a dedicated GPU, useful for troubleshooting and light tasks.
| Specification | Athlon PRO 300GE |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | desktop |
| SeriesProduct family | AMD Athlon |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | AM4 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 |
| PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion | 8 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory | 64 GB |
| RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel | 2 |
| ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption | No |
| Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor | Radeon Vega 3 |
| Compatible ChipsetsMotherboard chipsets that support this CPU | AMD AM4 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 (Uniprocessor) |
Advanced Features
The Athlon PRO 300GE is primarily designed for Desktop. Virtualization: AMD-V — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads).
| Specification | Athlon PRO 300GE |
|---|---|
| Primary Use CaseIntended workload category | Desktop |
| OverclockingWhether CPU clock can be manually increased | 🔒 Locked |
| AVX-512Advanced vector instructions for AI/ML workloads | ❌ Not Supported |
| VirtualizationHardware-assisted virtualization technology | AMD-V |
Power & Cooling
The Athlon PRO 300GE has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 35 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Athlon PRO 300GE |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 35 Watt |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $50, the Athlon PRO 300GE delivers 87 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1965 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Athlon PRO 300GE |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $50 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $50 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $149 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1965 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2009-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2019 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | AMD |
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