Ryzen 3 5400U

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Ryzen 3 5400U

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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 5400U based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,459 Rank: 514
Rank Name Score Visual
510 Core i7-5930K 5,464
+0.1%
511 Core i5-8500B 5,462
+0.1%
512 Core i7-10870H 5,460
+0%
513 Core i5-8400 5,459
+0%
514 Ryzen 3 5400U 5,459
515 Xeon E3-1280 v5 5,455
-0.1%
516 Core i5-10400F 5,455
-0.1%
517 Core i7-5960X 5,453
-0.1%
518 Core i7-5950HQ 5,446
-0.2%
519 Ryzen 3 4100 5,445
-0.3%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Ryzen 3 5400U based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,996 Rank: 648
Rank Name Score Visual
644 Xeon E3-1280 v5 4,998
+0%
645 Ryzen 3 5425U 4,997
+0%
646 Xeon E3-1231 v3 4,996
+0%
647 Core i3-10300 4,996
+0%
648 Ryzen 3 5400U 4,996
649 Core i7-4790T 4,992
-0.1%
650 Xeon E3-1270 v5 4,991
-0.1%
651 Core i7-4771 4,991
-0.1%
652 Core i5-1145G7 4,991
-0.1%
653 Core 2 Duo T7400 4,984
-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Ryzen 3 5400U based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,767 Rank: 379
Rank Name Score Visual
375 Core i5-10600 5,772
+0.1%
376 AMD Ryzen 5 1600 5,771
+0.1%
377 Pentium Gold G4560 5,770
+0.1%
378 Core i7-5850HQ 5,768
+0%
379 Ryzen 3 5400U 5,767
380 Ryzen 9 4900HS 5,766
+-0%
381 Core i5-7600 5,765
+-0%
382 Core i7-9800X 5,764
-0.1%
383 Xeon E3-1280 v5 5,760
-0.1%
384 Core i5-1145G7E 5,760
-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 5400U based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,790 Rank: 546
Rank Name Score Visual
542 Core i5-9600 4,794
+0.1%
543 Ryzen 3 3100 4,793
+0.1%
544 Core i7-9750HF 4,793
+0.1%
545 Core i5-8600K 4,790
+0%
546 Ryzen 3 5400U 4,790
547 Core i7-8850H 4,787
-0.1%
548 Core i5-10500T 4,783
-0.1%
549 Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U 4,782
-0.2%
550 Core i5-8600 4,781
-0.2%
551 Core i5-9500F 4,780
-0.2%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Ryzen 3 5400U based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,829 Rank: 530
Rank Name Score Visual
526 Core i5-10500T 4,834
+0.1%
527 Core i7-4930K 4,831
+0%
528 Xeon D-1540 4,830
+0%
529 Core i7-6800K 4,830
+0%
530 Ryzen 3 5400U 4,829
531 Core i7-9850H 4,828
+-0%
532 Xeon D-1541 4,827
+-0%
533 Xeon E5-4655 v4 4,824
-0.1%
534 Xeon E5-1650 v2 4,824
-0.1%
535 Core i7-9750H 4,822
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Ryzen 3 5400U based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,769 Rank: 623
Rank Name Score Visual
619 Core i7-4960HQ 4,772
+0.1%
620 Xeon E3-1240 v5 4,771
+0%
621 Core i3-10100 4,769
+0%
622 Ryzen 3 PRO 5475U 4,769
+0%
623 Ryzen 3 5400U 4,769
624 Xeon E3-1535M v6 4,768
+-0%
625 Xeon E3-1260L v5 4,768
+-0%
626 Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U 4,768
+-0%
627 Xeon E3-1280 v5 4,767
+-0%
628 Xeon D-1559 4,767
+-0%

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Ryzen 3 5400U Details

The AMD Ryzen 3 5400U stands out for its strong single-core performance, ranking #379 in single-core benchmarks with a score of 5767. This places it among the top performers in its class, competing closely with higher-end mobile processors like the Core i7-5850HQ and Ryzen 5 1600. While it's not a flagship chip, its efficiency and responsiveness make it a compelling choice for users who prioritize quick task execution and smooth everyday performance.

Launched in January 2021, the Ryzen 3 5400U is built on AMD’s Zen 3 architecture using a 7 nm process at TSMC, which contributes to its low 15 W TDP and excellent power efficiency. It features four cores and eight threads thanks to Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT), allowing it to handle multitasking and productivity workloads effectively. The processor operates at a base frequency of 2.6 GHz and can boost up to 4.0 GHz, delivering a balanced mix of performance and thermal control.

The chip is designed for mobile use, with a socket type of FP6 and support for DDR4 memory up to 3200 MT/s in dual-channel mode. It includes 8 MB of L3 cache, 0.488 MiB of L2 cache, and 0.061 MiB of L1 cache, providing fast access to frequently used data. Integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics offer basic gaming and multimedia capabilities, supporting up to three displays and making the processor ideal for lightweight content creation and casual use.

In multicore performance, the Ryzen 3 5400U achieves a score of 4996, placing it at #646 in the overall ranking. While this is solid for a budget mobile processor, it trails behind more powerful chips such as the Core i5-1038NG7 and Xeon E3-1280 v5. Its overall score of 5459 puts it at #513, indicating that while it performs well in single-threaded tasks, its multi-threaded performance is more modest compared to high-end desktop and mobile processors.

The processor supports a wide range of modern features, including AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and AMD-V virtualization, which enhance performance in encryption, multimedia, and virtual machine workloads. It also supports FMA3, BMI1/BMI2, and XFR 2, offering flexibility for advanced computing applications. However, the locked multiplier limits overclocking potential, making it less appealing to enthusiasts.

As of March 2026, the Ryzen 3 5400U remains a viable option for budget laptops, entry-level gaming systems, and everyday productivity use. While newer processors have emerged, its combination of efficiency, integrated graphics, and strong single-core performance ensures it still holds value in the market. It’s particularly well-suited for users who need a reliable, low-power CPU without the need for high-end gaming or professional workstation capabilities.
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AMD Ryzen 3 5400U

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Ryzen 3 5400U
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 2600 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 26x (locked)
Core Name: Cezanne-U
Socket: Socket FP6
Package: FC-BGA1140
Target Segment: Mobile
TDP: 15 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.488 MiB
L3 Cache: 7.629 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4

Physical Specifications

Process: 7 nm
Die Area: 180 mm²
Manufacturer: TSMC

CPU Features

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