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Overview

The Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Phoenix2 (2024) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 21,544 points. Launch price was $299.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE is a 6-core / 12-thread processor based on the Phoenix2 (2024) architecture, manufactured on a 4 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 5 GHz from a base frequency of 3.4 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 16 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 1 MB (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 21,544, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Recent generation product.

Specification	Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	6C / 12T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	5 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.4 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Phoenix2 (2024)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	4 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	16 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	137 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	20,900 million
64-bit Support	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	21,544

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE fits into the AM5 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR5 memory.

Specification	Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	AM5
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR5
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE 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	Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #708 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$299
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#708
Release DateLaunch date	16 April 2024 (1 year ago)
Release Year	2024
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	TSMC