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Overview

The Ryzen AI 5 330 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 July 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Krackan Point 2 (2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5, LPDDR5X. Passmark benchmark score: 12,794 points. Launch price was $149.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen AI 5 330

#213

VIA Nano U2250

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

116%

#214

N150

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $128

116%

#215

A4-1250

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

115%

#216

N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $128

114%

#217

Core i7-1280P

MSRP: $482|Avg: $482

114%

#218

Ryzen 3 7320C

MSRP: $299|Avg: $200

112%

#219

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

112%

#220

Core Ultra 5 238V

MSRP: $454|Avg: $454

110%

#221

Athlon II N330

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

109%

#222

Core i9-13900HK

MSRP: $697|Avg: N/A

107%

#223

Core i3-3217UE

MSRP: $225|Avg: $35

106%

#224

Core Solo T1300

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

105%

#225

Core i7-1260P

MSRP: $432|Avg: $432

105%

#226

Core Ultra 7 266V

MSRP: $520|Avg: $520

101%

#227

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

100%

#228

Ryzen AI 5 330

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

100%

#229

Ryzen 7 5825C

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

100%

#230

Core i3-1315UE

MSRP: $312|Avg: $250

99%

#231

Core Solo T1200

MSRP: $209|Avg: $10

97%

#232

Core 3 N355

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

96%

#233

Core i5-1335UE

MSRP: $312|Avg: $312

96%

#234

Celeron N2807

MSRP: $107|Avg: $60

95%

#235

A10-7300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

95%

#236

Core Ultra 9 288V

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

92%

#237

Core i7-10870H

MSRP: $417|Avg: N/A

92%

#238

Celeron 570

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

92%

#239

Microsoft SQ1

MSRP: $300|Avg: $180

92%

#240

Celeron Dual-Core T3300

MSRP: $86|Avg: $30

92%

#241

Celeron Dual-Core T1500

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $49

91%

#242

Core i5-1345UE

MSRP: $312|Avg: $312

91%

#243

Core 2 Duo P8700

MSRP: $241|Avg: $85

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Ryzen AI 5 330 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen AI 5 330 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen AI 5 330 is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Krackan Point 2 (2025) architecture, manufactured on a 4 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.5 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 of L3 cache, plus 1 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 12,794, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Current Gen generation product.

Specification	Ryzen AI 5 330
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.5 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Krackan Point 2 (2025)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	4 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	4 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	80 kB (per core)
64-bit Support	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	12,794

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen AI 5 330 fits into the FP8 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR5, LPDDR5X memory.

Specification	Ryzen AI 5 330
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	FP8
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR5, LPDDR5X
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Ryzen AI 5 330 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 28 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Ryzen AI 5 330
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	28 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $350, the Ryzen AI 5 330 delivers 37 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1153 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Ryzen AI 5 330
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$350
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$350
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1153
Release DateLaunch date	16 July 2025 (less than a year ago)
Release Year	2025
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	TSMC