Ryzen 3 3250U

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Ryzen 3 3250U

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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 3250U based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,568 Rank: 1219
Rank Name Score Visual
1215 Athlon II X4 651 4,573
+0.1%
1216 Xeon E3-1235 4,572
+0.1%
1217 Xeon W3580 4,571
+0.1%
1218 Core i5-3320M 4,570
+0%
1219 Ryzen 3 3250U 4,568
1220 Core i5 M 450 4,567
+-0%
1221 Core i5-3335S 4,565
-0.1%
1222 Athlon X4 950 4,565
-0.1%
1223 Core M-5Y70 4,564
-0.1%
1224 Xeon E5-2420 v2 4,564
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Ryzen 3 3250U based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,451 Rank: 1322
Rank Name Score Visual
1318 Xeon E5345 4,452
+0%
1319 A10-7870K 4,451
+0%
1320 Core i7-3687U 4,451
+0%
1321 Core i7-3667U 4,451
+0%
1322 Ryzen 3 3250U 4,451
1323 Pentium Gold 4415Y 4,450
+-0%
1324 A10-7860K 4,450
+-0%
1325 Core m5-6Y54 4,449
+-0%
1326 Phenom II X4 810 4,449
+-0%
1327 Core M-5Y70 4,449
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Ryzen 3 3250U based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,646 Rank: 1180
Rank Name Score Visual
1176 Xeon X5660 4,650
+0.1%
1177 Core i3-2105 4,650
+0.1%
1178 Xeon D-1577 4,647
+0%
1179 Core i7 860 4,647
+0%
1180 Ryzen 3 3250U 4,646
1181 Xeon X5680 4,645
+-0%
1182 Core i7-3537U 4,642
-0.1%
1183 Core i3-2120 4,641
-0.1%
1184 Core M-5Y70 4,640
-0.1%
1185 Athlon Silver 3050U 4,640
-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 3250U based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,559 Rank: 1124
Rank Name Score Visual
1120 Core i7-6567U 4,559
+0%
1121 Core i7-6560U 4,559
+0%
1122 Core i7-4600M 4,559
+0%
1123 Core i7-4610M 4,559
+0%
1124 Ryzen 3 3250U 4,559
1125 Pentium Gold G5400T 4,558
+-0%
1126 Core i3-8130U 4,558
+-0%
1127 Core i3-4150 4,558
+-0%
1128 Core i5-4570T 4,558
+-0%
1129 Phenom II X6 1035T 4,558
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Ryzen 3 3250U based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,569 Rank: 999
Rank Name Score Visual
995 Phenom II X4 980 4,569
+0%
996 Ryzen 3 3200U 4,569
+0%
997 Xeon E3-1220 4,569
+0%
998 Core i7-860 4,569
+0%
999 Ryzen 3 3250U 4,569
1000 Core i7-930 4,568
+-0%
1001 Pentium Gold G6405 4,568
+-0%
1002 Core i5-6442EQ 4,567
+-0%
1003 Xeon E5-2603 v4 4,567
+-0%
1004 Core i3-7100 4,567
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Ryzen 3 3250U based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,581 Rank: 1020
Rank Name Score Visual
1016 Core i7-880 4,582
+0%
1017 Core i3-6100T 4,581
+0%
1018 Core i3-4340 4,581
+0%
1019 Core i3-4330 4,581
+0%
1020 Ryzen 3 3250U 4,581
1021 Xeon W3550 4,580
+-0%
1022 Xeon L5640 4,580
+-0%
1023 Athlon Gold 7220U 4,580
+-0%
1024 Core i7-2675QM 4,579
+-0%
1025 Core i5-7300U 4,579
+-0%

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Ryzen 3 3250U Details

The Ryzen 3 3250U stands out in its segment by offering a compelling blend of efficiency and integrated graphics performance, a notable evolution from earlier mobile APUs that prioritized raw power over thermal headroom. Released in January 2020, this processor is built on AMD's Raven Ridge architecture, a design that brought the company's Zen CPU cores into its first mainstream mobile integrated graphics platform. While it may not be the most powerful chip in the current lineup, its 14 nm fabrication process and 15 W TDP make it ideal for thin-and-light laptops where power efficiency is paramount.

Featuring two cores and four threads thanks to Simultaneous Multithreading, the Ryzen 3 3250U operates at a base frequency of 2.6 GHz, with a turbo boost reaching up to 3.5 GHz. This modest frequency increase, combined with a 3.815 MiB L3 cache and a dual-channel DDR4-2400 memory interface, provides a solid foundation for everyday productivity and light multimedia tasks. The chip is manufactured by GlobalFoundries, a detail that reflects AMD's shift toward external foundry partnerships for its mobile designs.

Integrated graphics are a key differentiator, with the Radeon Vega 3 GPU delivering a capable solution for casual gaming and media playback. While not designed for high-end gaming, it enables users to run less demanding titles and handle basic video editing without requiring a discrete GPU. The processor also supports a range of modern technologies, including AVX2, AES-NI, and AMD-V, which enhance performance in encryption, virtualization, and compute-intensive applications.

In benchmark testing, the Ryzen 3 3250U achieves an overall score of 4568, ranking it #1219 among 2060 processors. Its single-core performance scores 4646, placing it at #1180, while its multicore score of 4451 lands it at #1319. These results position the chip as a capable mid-tier performer, particularly when compared to older dual-core processors but well behind modern high-end desktop and mobile CPUs. It competes closely with Intel’s Core i3 and Pentium lines from the same era, offering better performance in most workloads while maintaining a competitive power envelope.

As of March 2026, the Ryzen 3 3250U remains relevant in the entry-level mobile market, especially for users prioritizing battery life and integrated graphics over raw computational power. Its balanced performance and low power consumption make it a solid choice for students, business professionals, and casual users who need reliable computing without the need for high-end hardware.
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AMD Ryzen 3 3250U

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Ryzen 3 3250U
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 2600 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 26x (locked)
Core Name: Raven Ridge
Socket: Socket FP5
Package: FP5
Target Segment: Mobile
TDP: 15 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 94.208 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.488 MiB
L3 Cache: 3.815 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-2400 MHz Dual-channel

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Die Area: 210 mm²
Manufacturer: GlobalFoundries

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES F16C SMEP SSE4a SHA AMD-V SMT
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