Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G vs Ryzen 7 5800X
Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G
Popular choices:
Ryzen 7 5800X
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. 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 5350G
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 5800X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G | Ryzen 7 5800X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G | Ryzen 7 5800X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+49%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
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 5350G and Ryzen 7 5800X
Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 June 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 13,787 points. Launch price was $149.
Ryzen 7 5800X
The Ryzen 7 5800X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 27,712 points. Launch price was $449.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen 7 5800X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 5800X has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G versus 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5800X — a 11.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 5800X (base: 4 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen 7 5800X uses Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G scores 13,787 against the Ryzen 7 5800X's 27,712 — a 67.1% lead for the Ryzen 7 5800X. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 5800X.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G | Ryzen 7 5800X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 8 / 16+100% |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz | 4.7 GHz+12% |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+5% | 3.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 32 MB+300% |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) |
| PassMark | 13,787 | 27,712+101% |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 4.0.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G | Ryzen 7 5800X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 24 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G) / AMD-V (Ryzen 7 5800X). Primary use case: Ryzen 7 5800X targets Desktop.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G | Ryzen 7 5800X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G launched at $150 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 5800X debuted at $449. At current prices ($60 vs $180), the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G is $120 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G delivers 229.8 pts/$ vs 154.0 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 5800X — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G the 39.5% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G | Ryzen 7 5800X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-67% | $449 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60-67% | $180 |
| Performance per Dollar | 229.8+49% | 154.0 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2020 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G and Ryzen 7 5800X
