Cores
4
Threads
8
Boost
4.0 GHz
L3 cache
4 MB
TDP
65W
Socket
AM4
Performance breakdown
Gaming6
Productivity6
Single-core6
Multi-core17
Power efficiency6
Lab scores
Performance score6
Cores4
Threads8
Boost clock (GHz)4.0 GHz
Estimated gaming FPS
Paired with a high-end GPU. CPU impact is largest at 1080p.
1080p13 fps
1440p11 fps
4K7 fps
Full specifications
Processor & cores
Clocks & cache
- Base clock
- 3.8 GHz
- Boost clock
- 4.0 GHz
- Multiplier
- 38 (unlocked)
- L1 cache
- 256 KB
- L2 cache
- 2 MB
- L3 cache
- 4 MB
Memory & platform
- Memory support
- DDR4-3200
- Max capacity
- 128 GB
- Max bandwidth
- 51.196 GB/s
- Base power (TDP)
- 65W
- PCIe
- PCIe 3.0
Technologies
- Extensions
- AES-NI, AVX, AMD-V
Community Feedback
What Owners Say
Owners like it for being a cheap, capable little chip that handles everyday tasks and light gaming without breaking a sweat. The usual gripe is the lack of PCIe 4.0 support, which feels dated on a modern board.
Pros
- Plays many games without a graphics card
- Boots older AM4 boards without fuss
- Keeps your electricity bill low
- Handles everyday tasks without stuttering
Cons
- Lacks PCIe 4.0 support.
- Integrated graphics are just okay.
- No overclocking on most boards.
Verdict
Our verdict on the Ryzen 3 4300G
An entry-level APU that's best for cheap office builds, held back by its tiny L3 cache and limited PCIe lanes.
Get it if you need a cheap, basic office PC or media box and don't want a separate graphics card. Skip it if you do any gaming or heavy multitasking, as the older Zen 2 cores will feel slow.
Buy it if…
- You want a cheap office PC that doesn't need a graphics card.
- You're building a basic home theater or media server.
- You need a simple upgrade for an older AM4 motherboard.
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