Ryzen 5 7600X vs Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G
Ryzen 5 7600X
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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 5 7600X
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 7600X | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($178) | ✅ More affordable ($105.5) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 7600X | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+53%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($178) | ✅ More affordable ($105.5) |
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 7600X and Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G
Ryzen 5 7600X
The Ryzen 5 7600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 4.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 28,325 points. Launch price was $299.
Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G
The Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 10,942 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 7600X packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Ryzen 5 7600X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen 5 7600X versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G — a 28% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 7600X (base: 4.7 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Ryzen 5 7600X uses the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 7600X scores 28,325 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G's 10,942 — a 88.5% lead for the Ryzen 5 7600X. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 15,300 vs 5,995 (87.4% advantage for the Ryzen 5 7600X). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,900 vs 1,516, a 62.7% lead for the Ryzen 5 7600X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 13,800 vs 5,334 (88.5% advantage for the Ryzen 5 7600X). L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 7600X vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 7600X | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 5.3 GHz+32% | 4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.7 GHz+24% | 3.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB (total)+700% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+200% | 2 MB |
| Process | 5 nm, 6 nm-29% | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) | Renoir (2020−2023) |
| PassMark | 28,325+159% | 10,942 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 15,300+155% | 5,995 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,900+91% | 1,516 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 13,800+159% | 5,334 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 7600X uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 5 7600X versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G — the Ryzen 5 7600X supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 128 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 28 (Ryzen 5 7600X) vs 20 (Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G) — the Ryzen 5 7600X offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 5 7600X) and A320,B350,X370,B450,X470,A520,B550,X570 (Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G).
| Feature | Ryzen 5 7600X | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200+25% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28+40% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 5 7600X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 7600X) vs Yes (Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G). Both include integrated graphics — AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) (Ryzen 5 7600X) and Radeon Vega 6 (Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 7600X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 7600X rivals Intel Core i5-13600K.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 7600X | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) | Radeon Vega 6 |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | Yes |
| Target Use | Gaming | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 7600X launched at $299 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G debuted at $149. At current prices ($178 vs $105.5), the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G is $73 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 7600X delivers 159.1 pts/$ vs 103.7 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G — making the Ryzen 5 7600X the 42.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 7600X | Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299 | $149-50% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $178 | $105.5-41% |
| Performance per Dollar | 159.1+53% | 103.7 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2020 |
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