Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 vs Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U
Ryzen 3 PRO 1200
Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U
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 Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 is positioned at rank #255 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 Ryzen 3 PRO 1200
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 and Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U
Ryzen 3 PRO 1200
The Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 5,609 points. Launch price was $149.
Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U
The Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 8 January 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 5,639 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 and Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 versus 3.4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 scores 5,609 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U's 5,639 — a 0.5% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz+55% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 5,609 | 5,639 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
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