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Overview

The Ryzen 5 7520C is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 May 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Mendocino (Zen 2) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 6 nm process technology. Socket: FT6. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 8,104 points. Launch price was $149.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Ryzen 5 7520C across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 5 7520C specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 5 7520C is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Mendocino (Zen 2) (2022−2023) architecture, manufactured on a 6 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.3 GHz from a base frequency of 2.8 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 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 8,104, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Recent generation product.

Specification	Ryzen 5 7520C
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.3 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.8 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Mendocino (Zen 2) (2022−2023)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	6 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	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	100 mm2
64-bit Support	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	8,104

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 5 7520C fits into the FT6 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports LPDDR5 memory.

Specification	Ryzen 5 7520C
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	AMD Mendocino (Zen 2, Ryzen 7020)
SocketMotherboard socket required	FT6
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	LPDDR5
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Ryzen 5 7520C 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 5 7520C
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	15 Watt

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #1446 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Ryzen 5 7520C
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1446
Release DateLaunch date	23 May 2023 (2 years ago)
Release Year	2023
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	TSMC