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Overview

The Ryzen 3 3350U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB + 4 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 5,732 points. Launch price was $149.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Ryzen 3 3350U across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 3 3350U specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 3 3350U is a 4-core / 4-thread processor based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture, manufactured on a 12 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.5 GHz from a base frequency of 2.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB of L3 cache, plus 2 MB of L2 cache and 384 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 5,732, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Ryzen 3 3350U
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.5 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.1 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Zen+ (2018−2019)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	12 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	4 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	384 kB
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	4500 Million
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	5,732

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 3 3350U fits into the AM4 socket and supports PCIe 3.0.

Specification	Ryzen 3 3350U
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Picasso (Ryzen 3000 APU)
SocketMotherboard socket required	AM4
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0

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Power & Cooling

The Ryzen 3 3350U has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 2 MB + 4 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Ryzen 3 3350U
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	2 MB + 4 MB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #1755 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Ryzen 3 3350U
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1755
Release DateLaunch date	6 January 2019 (6 years ago)
Release Year	2019
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD