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Overview

The Ryzen 3 2300U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 8 January 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 5,484 points. Launch price was $149.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Ryzen 3 2300U across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 3 2300U specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 3 2300U is a 4-core / 4-thread processor based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.4 GHz from a base frequency of 2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 512 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 96 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 5,484, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Ryzen 3 2300U
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.4 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Raven Ridge (2017−2019)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	4 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	96 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	210 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	4,950 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	5,484

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 3 2300U fits into the FP5 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 Dual-channel memory.

Specification	Ryzen 3 2300U
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	AMD Ryzen 3
SocketMotherboard socket required	FP5
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4 Dual-channel
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Ryzen 3 2300U has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 15 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Ryzen 3 2300U
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	15 Watt

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #1802 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Ryzen 3 2300U
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1802
Release DateLaunch date	8 January 2018 (7 years ago)
Release Year	2018
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	GlobalFoundries