Microsoft SQ1 vs Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE
Microsoft SQ1
Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE
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 Microsoft SQ1 is positioned at rank #877 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 Microsoft SQ1
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Microsoft SQ1 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($99) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cortex-A76 / A55 (Kryo 495) (2019) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Microsoft SQ1 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+79%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($99) |
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 Microsoft SQ1 and Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE
Microsoft SQ1
The Microsoft SQ1 is manufactured by Microsoft. It was released in 2 October 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Cortex-A76 / A55 (Kryo 495) (2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Max frequency: 3 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. Built on 7 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): + 2 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 6,039 points. Launch price was $149.
Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE
The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 May 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 5,955 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Microsoft SQ1 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Microsoft SQ1 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Microsoft SQ1 versus 3.6 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE. The Microsoft SQ1 uses the Cortex-A76 / A55 (Kryo 495) (2019) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Microsoft SQ1 scores 6,039 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE's 5,955 — a 1.4% lead for the Microsoft SQ1. L3 cache: 2 MB on the Microsoft SQ1 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE.
| Feature | Microsoft SQ1 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+100% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.6 GHz+20% |
| Base Clock | — | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | — | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Cortex-A76 / A55 (Kryo 495) (2019) | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 6,039+1% | 5,955 |
Value Analysis
The Microsoft SQ1 launched at $300 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE debuted at $99.
| Feature | Microsoft SQ1 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $300 | $99-67% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180 | — |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2018 |
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