CPU
GPU
Ryzen 5 1500X
Ryzen 5 PRO 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 PRO 3400G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 1500X | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($67) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 1500X | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+20%) | ❌ 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 PRO 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 PRO 3400G
The Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 September 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) 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. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 9,056 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 5 1500X and Ryzen 5 PRO 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 PRO 3400G — a 12.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 PRO 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 PRO 3400G uses Zen+ (2018−2019) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 1500X scores 9,074 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G's 9,056 — a 0.2% lead for the Ryzen 5 1500X. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 1500X vs 4 MB on the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 1500X | Ryzen 5 PRO 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 |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 2 MB+300% |
| Process | 14 nm | 12 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Zen+ (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 9,074 | 9,056 |
| 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 PRO 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 PRO 3400G). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 1500X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 1500X rivals Core i5-7500.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 1500X | Ryzen 5 PRO 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 PRO 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 113.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G — making the Ryzen 5 1500X the 17.9% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 1500X | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $189 | $149-21% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $67-16% | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | 135.4+20% | 113.2 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2019 |
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