Ryzen 5 1500X vs Ryzen 5 3400G
Ryzen 5 1500X
Ryzen 5 3400G
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 5 1500X is positioned at rank #436 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 5 1500X
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 3400G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 1500X | Ryzen 5 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($67) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 1500X | Ryzen 5 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+18%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($67) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
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 5 1500X and Ryzen 5 3400G
Ryzen 5 1500X
The Ryzen 5 1500X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 11 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 9,074 points. Launch price was $189.
Ryzen 5 3400G
The Ryzen 5 3400G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 9,201 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 5 1500X and Ryzen 5 3400G share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen 5 1500X versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 3400G — a 12.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 3400G (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Ryzen 5 1500X uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 3400G uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 1500X scores 9,074 against the Ryzen 5 3400G's 9,201 — a 1.4% lead for the Ryzen 5 3400G. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 1500X vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3400G.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 1500X | Ryzen 5 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 4.2 GHz+14% |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.7 GHz+6% |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total)+300% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 12 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 9,074 | 9,201+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 4,641 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,120 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,700 | — |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 1500X | Ryzen 5 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 1500X) / not specified (Ryzen 5 3400G). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 1500X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 1500X rivals Core i5-7500.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 1500X | Ryzen 5 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Gaming | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 1500X launched at $189 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 3400G debuted at $149. At current prices ($67 vs $80), the Ryzen 5 1500X is $13 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 1500X delivers 135.4 pts/$ vs 115.0 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 3400G — making the Ryzen 5 1500X the 16.3% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 1500X | Ryzen 5 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $189 | $149-21% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $67-16% | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | 135.4+18% | 115.0 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2019 |
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