Ryzen 5 3400GE vs Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G
Ryzen 5 3400GE
Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G
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 5 3400GE
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+3%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 3400GE and Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G
Ryzen 5 3400GE
The Ryzen 5 3400GE 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 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 8,825 points. Launch price was $149.
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 3400GE and Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 3400GE versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G — a 4.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G (base: 3.3 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Ryzen 5 3400GE uses the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture (12 nm), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G uses Zen+ (2018−2019) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 3400GE scores 8,825 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G's 9,056 — a 2.6% lead for the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3400GE vs 4 MB on the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4.2 GHz+5% |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.7 GHz+12% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 4 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 2 MB+300% |
| Process | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Architecture | Picasso (2019−2022) | Zen+ (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 8,825 | 9,056+3% |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 3400GE launched at $149 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G debuted at $149. At current prices ($80 vs $80), the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 3400GE delivers 110.3 pts/$ vs 113.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G the 2.6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149 | $149 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80 | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | 110.3 | 113.2+3% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2019 |
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