Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE vs Ryzen 3 8300G
Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE
Ryzen 3 8300G
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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Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 8300G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE | Ryzen 3 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($176) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Phoenix2 (2024) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE | Ryzen 3 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($176) |
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 4655GE and Ryzen 3 8300G
Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE
The Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 11 November 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 14,015 points. Launch price was $149.
Ryzen 3 8300G
The Ryzen 3 8300G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Phoenix2 (2024) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 14,113 points. Launch price was $176.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 3 8300G offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE versus 4.9 GHz on the Ryzen 3 8300G — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 8300G (base: 3.3 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE uses the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen 3 8300G uses Phoenix2 (2024) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE scores 14,015 against the Ryzen 3 8300G's 14,113 — a 0.7% lead for the Ryzen 3 8300G. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE | Ryzen 3 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz | 4.9 GHz+17% |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.4 GHz+3% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Renoir (2020−2023) | Phoenix2 (2024) |
| PassMark | 14,015 | 14,113 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 8300G uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE | Ryzen 3 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE launched at $200 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 8300G debuted at $176. At current prices ($180 vs $176), the Ryzen 3 8300G is $4 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE delivers 77.9 pts/$ vs 80.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 8300G — making the Ryzen 3 8300G the 2.9% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE | Ryzen 3 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200 | $176-12% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180 | $176-2% |
| Performance per Dollar | 77.9 | 80.2+3% |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2024 |
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