Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G vs Ryzen 5 PRO 1500
Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G
Ryzen 5 PRO 1500
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 1500
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G | Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G | Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+60%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
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 PRO 3400G and Ryzen 5 PRO 1500
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.
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.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G and Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G versus 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 — a 12.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G (base: 3.7 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G uses the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture (12 nm), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G scores 9,056 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 1500's 9,062 — a 0.1% lead for the Ryzen 5 PRO 1500. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 1500.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G | Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+14% | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+6% | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 16 MB (total)+300% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 12 nm-14% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Zen+ (2018−2019) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 9,056 | 9,062 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G | Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G launched at $149 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 debuted at $189. At current prices ($80 vs $50), the Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 is $30 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G delivers 113.2 pts/$ vs 181.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 the 46.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G | Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149-21% | $189 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80 | $50-38% |
| Performance per Dollar | 113.2 | 181.2+60% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2017 |
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