Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G vs Ryzen 7 2700E
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
Ryzen 7 2700E
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 2700E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G | Ryzen 7 2700E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($176) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($329) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Phoenix2 (2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G | Ryzen 7 2700E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+85%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($176) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($329) |
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 8300G and Ryzen 7 2700E
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Phoenix2 (2024) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 14,540 points. Launch price was $149.
Ryzen 7 2700E
The Ryzen 7 2700E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 September 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 14,657 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen 7 2700E offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 2700E has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 2700E — a 20.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G (base: 3.4 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G uses the Phoenix2 (2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Ryzen 7 2700E uses Zen+ (2018−2019) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G scores 14,540 against the Ryzen 7 2700E's 14,657 — a 0.8% lead for the Ryzen 7 2700E. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 2700E.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G | Ryzen 7 2700E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 8 / 16+100% |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz+23% | 4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+21% | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 16 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-67% | 12 nm |
| Architecture | Phoenix2 (2024) | Zen+ (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 14,540 | 14,657 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 7 2700E uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G | Ryzen 7 2700E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G launched at $176 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 2700E debuted at $329. At current prices ($176 vs $329), the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G is $153 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G delivers 82.6 pts/$ vs 44.6 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 2700E — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G the 59.9% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G | Ryzen 7 2700E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $176-47% | $329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $176-47% | $329 |
| Performance per Dollar | 82.6+85% | 44.6 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2018 |
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