CPU
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Core i5-1230U
Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Core i5-1230U is positioned at rank #620 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-1230U
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-1230U | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($105.5) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-U (2022) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-1230U | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($105.5) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-1230U and Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G
Core i5-1230U
The Core i5-1230U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 February 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-U (2022) architecture. It features 10 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1781. Thermal design power (TDP): 9.5 MB + 12 MB. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 10,995 points. Launch price was $149.
Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G
The Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 10,942 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i5-1230U packs 10 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i5-1230U has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-1230U versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G — a 9.5% clock advantage for the Core i5-1230U (base: 1 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Core i5-1230U uses the Alder Lake-U (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-1230U scores 10,995 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G's 10,942 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i5-1230U. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,625 vs 1,516, a 6.9% lead for the Core i5-1230U that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-1230U vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G.
| Feature | Core i5-1230U | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 12+150% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz+10% | 4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1 GHz | 3.8 GHz+280% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+200% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 2 MB+60% |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Alder Lake-U (2022) | Renoir (2020−2023) |
| PassMark | 10,995 | 10,942 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 5,995 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,625+7% | 1,516 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 5,334 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-1230U uses the FCBGA1781 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR5-5200 on the Core i5-1230U versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G — the Core i5-1230U supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 14 (Core i5-1230U) vs 20 (Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G) — the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G offers 6 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i5-1230U | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1781 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR5-5200+25% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 14 | 20+43% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-1230U) vs Yes (Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G). Both include integrated graphics — Iris Xe Graphics 80EU (Core i5-1230U) and Radeon Vega 6 (Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-1230U targets Thin & Light Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-1230U rivals Ryzen 5 5600U.
| Feature | Core i5-1230U | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Iris Xe Graphics 80EU | Radeon Vega 6 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | Yes |
| Target Use | Thin & Light Laptop | — |
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