AMD Ryzen 3 1200

Details and Benchmarks for AMD AMD Ryzen 3 1200

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for AMD Ryzen 3 1200 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,738 Rank: 346
Rank Name Score Visual
342 Xeon Gold 6334 5,742
+0.1%
343 Xeon Platinum 8160 5,741
+0.1%
344 Xeon Gold 6142 5,741
+0.1%
345 Core i5-10600KF 5,740
+0%
346 AMD Ryzen 3 1200 5,738
347 Xeon E5-2697A v4 5,734
-0.1%
348 Xeon E5-2696 v3 5,734
-0.1%
349 Core i9-10900E 5,734
-0.1%
350 Xeon Gold 6130T 5,722
-0.3%
351 Ryzen 9 4900H 5,721
-0.3%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for AMD Ryzen 3 1200 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,206 Rank: 512
Rank Name Score Visual
508 Intel Core i7-4960HQ 5,208
+0%
509 Core i7-10710U 5,208
+0%
510 Core i5-10600T 5,208
+0%
511 Ryzen 5 4500 5,208
+0%
512 AMD Ryzen 3 1200 5,206
513 Xeon E-2288G 5,205
+-0%
514 Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G 5,201
-0.1%
515 Xeon E-2126G 5,198
-0.2%
516 Ryzen 5 1600X 5,194
-0.2%
517 Xeon E5-2697 v2 5,193
-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for AMD Ryzen 3 1200 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

6,093 Rank: 236
Rank Name Score Visual
232 Core i3-9350KF 6,112
+0.3%
233 Core i9-9900T 6,106
+0.2%
234 Ryzen 7 6800H 6,105
+0.2%
235 Ryzen Threadripper 3970X 6,102
+0.1%
236 AMD Ryzen 3 1200 6,093
237 Core i9-7940X 6,089
-0.1%
238 Core i5-8600K 6,088
-0.1%
239 Ryzen 5 5600G 6,087
-0.1%
240 Ryzen 9 5900HX 6,087
-0.1%
241 Ryzen 9 3900 6,087
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for AMD Ryzen 3 1200 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for AMD Ryzen 3 1200 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for AMD Ryzen 3 1200 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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AMD Ryzen 3 1200 Details

For budget-conscious desktop users seeking a capable yet affordable CPU, the AMD Ryzen 3 1200 offers a compelling blend of performance and efficiency. Released in 2017, this processor is now over eight years old, placing it firmly in the realm of legacy hardware. While it no longer competes with modern high-end CPUs, it remains a viable option for basic computing tasks, light productivity, and entry-level gaming. Built on AMD's Zen microarchitecture and fabricated on a 14 nm process, the Ryzen 3 1200 features four cores and four threads, with a base clock of 3.1 GHz and a turbo frequency of up to 3.4 GHz. The chip operates within a 65 W TDP and uses the Socket AM4, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of motherboards from its era.

The Ryzen 3 1200 includes 0.375 MiB of L1 cache, 2 MiB of L2 cache, and an 8 MiB L3 cache, providing a balanced memory hierarchy for its class. It supports DDR4-2666 memory across two channels, with a maximum memory capacity of 64 GB and a peak bandwidth of 39.74 GiB/s. Despite its age, the processor supports modern instruction sets such as AVX, AVX2, SSE4.2, and AES-NI, along with advanced features like AMD-V virtualization and ECC memory support, which are rare in budget-oriented CPUs. It also includes SenseMI technology and the full suite of x86-64 extensions, ensuring broad software compatibility.

In benchmark testing, the Ryzen 3 1200 achieves an overall score of 5738, ranking #346 out of 2060 processors. Its single-core performance is particularly strong, scoring 6093 and placing it at #236, a testament to its efficient Zen architecture and high per-core performance. The multicore score of 5206 ranks it #512, showing that while it scales reasonably well, its four-core design limits its ability to compete with modern multi-threaded processors. Compared to its peers, it slightly outperforms CPUs like the Xeon E-2288G and Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G, but falls behind more recent models such as the Ryzen 5 4500 and Core i7-4960HQ.

As of March 2026, the Ryzen 3 1200 is best suited for users who prioritize cost-effectiveness over cutting-edge performance. It remains a solid choice for office work, web browsing, and media playback, but its lack of modern features like PCIe 4.0 or integrated graphics limits its appeal for more demanding applications. While it may not be the fastest CPU available, its enduring value and compatibility make it a reliable option for older systems or secondary builds.
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AMD AMD Ryzen 3 1200

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: AMD Ryzen 3 1200
Family: Ryzen
Series: Ryzen
Model Number: 1200
Cores: 4
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 3100 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 3400 MHz
Turbo Frequency (2 cores): 3400 MHz
Turbo Frequency (3 cores): 3100 MHz
Turbo Frequency (4 cores): 3100 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 31x (unlocked)
Microarchitecture: Zen
Core Name: Summit
Core Family: 23
Core Model: 1
Socket: Socket
Package: µOPGA-1331
Chipset: Promontory
Target Segment: Desktop
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 65 W
Release Price: $109.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 384 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 256 KiB (4-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 128 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 2 MiB (8-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 8 MiB (16-way set associative)

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-2666
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 64 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 39.74 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Die Area: 213 mm²
Transistor Count: 4.80 billion
Manufacturer: GlobalFoundries
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX SSE4a SHA AMD-Vi AMD-V SenseMI
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