Ryzen 3 2300U

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Ryzen 3 2300U

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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 Ryzen 3 2300U based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,809 Rank: 1019
Rank Name Score Visual
1015 Pentium Gold G5420T 4,813
+0.1%
1016 Core i3-6157U 4,813
+0.1%
1017 Pentium G3440 4,813
+0.1%
1018 Xeon E3-1290 v2 4,811
+0%
1019 Ryzen 3 2300U 4,809
1020 Core i5-3550 4,807
+-0%
1021 Xeon E5-2670 v2 4,800
-0.2%
1022 Core i7-6600U 4,799
-0.2%
1023 Celeron G3950 4,799
-0.2%
1024 Core i7-4712HQ 4,799
-0.2%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Ryzen 3 2300U based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,676 Rank: 996
Rank Name Score Visual
992 Core i5-3550 4,679
+0.1%
993 Xeon E3-1245 4,679
+0.1%
994 FX-8300 4,677
+0%
995 Ryzen Embedded R1505G 4,676
+0%
996 Ryzen 3 2300U 4,676
997 Pentium Gold G5600 4,673
-0.1%
998 Core i7-2860QM 4,673
-0.1%
999 FX-6300 4,673
-0.1%
1000 Xeon E3-1290 4,673
-0.1%
1001 FX-8370 4,671
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Ryzen 3 2300U based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,897 Rank: 1008
Rank Name Score Visual
1004 Core i3-7130U 4,900
+0.1%
1005 Core i7-4600U 4,899
+0%
1006 Core M 5Y51 4,898
+0%
1007 Pentium Gold G5420T 4,897
+0%
1008 Ryzen 3 2300U 4,897
1009 Core i5-2500S 4,895
+-0%
1010 FX-4170 4,895
+-0%
1011 Core i5-2560M 4,894
-0.1%
1012 Core m3-8100Y 4,894
-0.1%
1013 Xeon Gold 5117 4,893
-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 Ryzen 3 2300U based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,618 Rank: 926
Rank Name Score Visual
922 Ryzen 3 PRO 3300U 4,620
+0%
923 Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U 4,619
+0%
924 Core i5-3340 4,619
+0%
925 Xeon W5590 4,619
+0%
926 Ryzen 3 2300U 4,618
927 Core i7-3632QM 4,618
+0%
928 Xeon E3-1235 4,618
+0%
929 Core i5-6500TE 4,617
+-0%
930 Core i5-3330 4,615
-0.1%
931 Xeon W3565 4,615
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Ryzen 3 2300U based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,620 Rank: 854
Rank Name Score Visual
850 Core i5-8250U 4,621
+0%
851 Core i5-8365U 4,621
+0%
852 Core i7-3635QM 4,621
+0%
853 Pentium Gold G7400 4,621
+0%
854 Ryzen 3 2300U 4,620
855 Core i5-4690 4,620
+0%
856 Core i7-8565U 4,620
+0%
857 Core i7-2600S 4,620
+0%
858 Core i5-5675C 4,619
+-0%
859 Xeon L5640 4,619
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Ryzen 3 2300U based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,596 Rank: 972
Rank Name Score Visual
968 Core i3-6100 4,599
+0.1%
969 Core i5-2500 4,598
+0%
970 Core i7-2760QM 4,597
+0%
971 Core i5-6267U 4,596
+0%
972 Ryzen 3 2300U 4,596
973 Xeon E3-1260L 4,596
+0%
974 Xeon E3-1225 4,596
+0%
975 Core i7-6560U 4,595
+-0%
976 Core i3-7101TE 4,595
+-0%
977 Atom C3758 4,595
+-0%

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Ryzen 3 2300U Details

Ranking #1019 of 2060 in overall performance, the AMD Ryzen 3 2300U sits in the mid-tier of desktop and mobile processors as of early 2026. While it is no longer a cutting-edge design—having been launched in January 2018—it remains relevant for lightweight computing tasks and budget-oriented systems. Its placement in the broader performance landscape highlights its role as a capable but dated mobile processor, particularly suited for users who prioritize power efficiency and integrated graphics over raw speed.

Built on AMD’s Zen microarchitecture and fabricated on a 14 nm process by GlobalFoundries, the Ryzen 3 2300U is a mobile CPU designed for low-power laptops and ultraportables. It features four cores and four threads, with a base clock of 2.0 GHz and a turbo boost up to 3.4 GHz. The chip operates within a 15 W TDP, making it ideal for thin-and-light devices where thermal constraints are a concern. Despite its age, the processor maintains a reasonable balance of performance and efficiency, especially for everyday productivity and media consumption.

The Ryzen 3 2300U integrates AMD’s Radeon Vega 6 graphics, which delivers 384 unified shaders and a maximum frequency of 1100 MHz. This GPU enables basic gaming and video playback, though it is not suited for modern AAA titles at higher settings. The processor supports up to 32 GB of DDR4-2400 memory across two channels, with a peak memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. While not exceptional by today’s standards, this configuration allows for smooth multitasking and responsiveness in everyday applications.

In terms of features, the Ryzen 3 2300U supports a wide range of instruction sets, including AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and AMD-V virtualization, which enhances performance in compute-intensive workloads and virtual machine environments. It also includes Precision Boost 2 and SenseMI technology, which dynamically adjust clock speeds based on workload and thermal conditions. However, the locked multiplier limits overclocking potential, a common trait in mobile processors.

Benchmarking reveals that the Ryzen 3 2300U scores 4809 overall, with single-core and multicore scores of 4897 and 4676, respectively. These results place it just ahead of some older Intel Core i5 and AMD FX processors, but behind newer mobile and desktop chips. Its single-core performance is stronger than its multicore, indicating that it excels in tasks that benefit from high clock speeds rather than parallel processing. For users seeking a reliable, energy-efficient processor for general use, the Ryzen 3 2300U remains a viable option, albeit one that has been surpassed by more recent advancements in both performance and power efficiency.
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AMD Ryzen 3 2300U

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Ryzen 3 2300U
Family: Ryzen
Series: 2000U
Model Number: 2300U
Cores: 4
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 2000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 3400 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 20x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Zen
Core Name: Raven
Core Family: 23
Core Model: 1
Socket: Socket
Package:
Chipset: Promontory
Target Segment: Mobile
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 15 W

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: 4 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-2400
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 32 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 35.76 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 12
PCIe Configuration: 1x8+1x4, 2x4+1x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: Radeon Vega 6
GPU Designer: AMD
GPU Max Frequency: 1100 MHz
Execution Units: 6
Unified Shaders: 384

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Die Area: 209.78 mm²
Transistor Count: 4.95 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 SMEP SSE4a SHA AMD-Vi AMD-V SenseMI Boost 2 mXFR
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