Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 vs Ryzen 5 3400G
Ryzen 5 PRO 1500
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 PRO 1500 is positioned at rank #282 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 PRO 1500
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 3400G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 | Ryzen 5 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($50) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 | Ryzen 5 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+58%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($50) | ⚠️ 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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 and Ryzen 5 3400G
Ryzen 5 PRO 1500
The Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 June 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 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 9,062 points. Launch price was $149.
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 PRO 1500 and Ryzen 5 3400G share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 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 PRO 1500 uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 3400G uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 scores 9,062 against the Ryzen 5 3400G's 9,201 — a 1.5% lead for the Ryzen 5 3400G. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3400G.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 | 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 | 9,062 | 9,201+2% |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 | Ryzen 5 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 launched at $189 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 3400G debuted at $149. At current prices ($50 vs $80), the Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 is $30 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 delivers 181.2 pts/$ vs 115.0 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 3400G — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 the 44.7% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 | Ryzen 5 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $189 | $149-21% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-38% | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | 181.2+58% | 115.0 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2019 |
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