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Overview

The Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 8 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 6,928 points. Launch price was $149.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture, manufactured on a 12 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.7 GHz from a base frequency of 2.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 512K (per core) of L2 cache and 128K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 6,928, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.7 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.1 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Picasso (2019−2022)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	12 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	4 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512K (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	209.78 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	4940 Million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	6,928

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U fits into the FP5 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 Dual-channel memory.

Specification	Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	AMD Ryzen 5
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 5 PRO 3500U 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 PRO 3500U
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	15 Watt

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #1593 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1593
Release DateLaunch date	8 April 2019 (6 years ago)
Release Year	2019
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	GlobalFoundries