CPU
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Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G
Core i5-1230U
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-1230U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G | Core i5-1230U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($105.5) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-U (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G | Core i5-1230U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($105.5) | ✅ 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 4350G and Core i5-1230U
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.
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.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i5-1230U offers 10 cores / 12 threads — the Core i5-1230U has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-1230U — a 9.5% clock advantage for the Core i5-1230U (base: 3.8 GHz vs 1 GHz). The Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G uses the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i5-1230U uses Alder Lake-U (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G scores 10,942 against the Core i5-1230U's 10,995 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i5-1230U. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,516 vs 1,625, a 6.9% lead for the Core i5-1230U that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-1230U.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G | Core i5-1230U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 10 / 12+150% |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4.4 GHz+10% |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+280% | 1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 12 MB (total)+200% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+60% | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Renoir (2020−2023) | Alder Lake-U (2022) |
| PassMark | 10,942 | 10,995 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 5,995 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,516 | 1,625+7% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 5,334 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-1230U uses FCBGA1781 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G versus LPDDR5-5200 on the Core i5-1230U — 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: 20 (Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G) vs 14 (Core i5-1230U) — the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G offers 6 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G | Core i5-1230U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FCBGA1781 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | LPDDR5-5200+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+100% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+43% | 14 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: Yes (Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-1230U). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon Vega 6 (Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G) and Iris Xe Graphics 80EU (Core i5-1230U) — 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 | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G | Core i5-1230U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Vega 6 | Iris Xe Graphics 80EU |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | Yes | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Thin & Light Laptop |
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