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Overview

The Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 May 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Renoir PRO (Zen 2) (2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-4266. Passmark benchmark score: 9,493 points. Launch price was $149.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U is positioned at rank #135 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 Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U

#36

Core i5-11500B

MSRP: $185|Avg: $185

97%

#123

Atom x5-Z8300

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309%

#124

Atom Z3735G

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305%

#125

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

280%

#126

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

278%

#127

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

276%

#129

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

266%

#130

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

255%

#131

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

255%

#132

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

248%

#135

Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#137

N200

MSRP: $193|Avg: N/A

100%

#138

Core 2 Duo SP9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

100%

#140

Core 2 Duo P8700

MSRP: $241|Avg: $85

98%

#147

Atom N2800

MSRP: $47|Avg: $3

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Renoir PRO (Zen 2) (2020) architecture, manufactured on a 7 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.7 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 64K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 9,493, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.7 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.4 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Renoir PRO (Zen 2) (2020)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	7 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	64K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	156 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	9,800 million
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	9,493

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U fits into the FP6 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-4266 memory.

Specification	Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	AMD Renoir (Ryzen 4000 APU)
SocketMotherboard socket required	FP6
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-4266
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U 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	Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	15 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #135 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #1335 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Ryzen 3 PRO 4450U
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#135
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1335
Release DateLaunch date	7 May 2020 (5 years ago)
Release Year	2020
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	TSMC