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Overview

The Athlon PRO 300U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Raven Ridge 2 (2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 4,080 points. Launch price was $149.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Athlon PRO 300U is positioned at rank #1006 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Athlon PRO 300U

#994

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2157%

#995

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2126%

#996

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1951%

#997

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1943%

#998

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1925%

#1000

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1859%

#1001

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1782%

#1002

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1779%

#1003

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1732%

#1006

Athlon PRO 300U

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100%

#1007

Core i7-3630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

100%

#1008

Core i7-3610QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

100%

#1009

Core i3-1115GRE

MSRP: $338|Avg: $480

100%

#1010

Pentium A1020

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

100%

#1011

Core i7-4702MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

100%

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Pentium N4200

MSRP: $161|Avg: $30.89

99%

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Pentium J2900

MSRP: $94|Avg: $20

98%

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Celeron T1700

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

97%

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Celeron T3500

MSRP: $80|Avg: $10

97%

#1016

A12-9720P

MSRP: $200|Avg: $25

96%

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Core i5-4300M

MSRP: $227|Avg: N/A

96%

#1018

Celeron 1005M

MSRP: $86|Avg: N/A

95%

#1019

Athlon 64 X2 TK-42

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

95%

#1020

Athlon Neo MV-40

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

94%

#1021

Core i7-4860EQ

MSRP: $434|Avg: $80

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Athlon PRO 300U across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Athlon PRO 300U specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Athlon PRO 300U is a 2-core / 4-thread processor based on the Raven Ridge 2 (2019) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.3 GHz from a base frequency of 2.4 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 512K (per core) of L2 cache and 128K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 4,080, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Athlon PRO 300U
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.3 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.4 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Raven Ridge 2 (2019)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	4 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512K (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	209.78 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	4940 Million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	4,080

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Memory & Platform

The Athlon PRO 300U fits into the FP5 socket and supports PCIe 3.0 with 8 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR4 Dual-channel memory at speeds up to DDR4-2400 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 32 GB across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth). It supports ECC memory, providing error-correcting capabilities — essential for mission-critical workloads and servers. Integrated graphics: AMD Radeon Vega 3 — allows display output without a dedicated GPU, useful for troubleshooting and light tasks.

Specification	Athlon PRO 300U
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	AMD Athlon
SocketMotherboard socket required	FP5
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
PCIe LanesTotal available lanes for GPUs, NVMe drives, and expansion	8
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4 Dual-channel
Max RAM SpeedMaximum officially supported memory frequency	DDR4-2400
Max RAM CapacityMaximum installable memory	32 GB
RAM ChannelsDual-channel doubles bandwidth vs single-channel	2
ECC SupportError-Correcting Code memory — prevents data corruption	Yes
Integrated GPUBuilt-in graphics processor	AMD Radeon Vega 3
Compatible ChipsetsMotherboard chipsets that support this CPU	AMD FP5
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Athlon PRO 300U has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 15 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Athlon PRO 300U
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	15 Watt

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #1006 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2003 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Athlon PRO 300U
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#1006
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2003
Release DateLaunch date	2009-01-01
Release Year	2019
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	GlobalFoundries