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Overview

The Ryzen 5 230 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Hawk Point (2024−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 20,186 points. Launch price was $299.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. 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 5 230

#64

Athlon II M320

MSRP: $75|Avg: $15

113%

#65

Athlon II Neo K345

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

112%

#66

Athlon II P320

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

111%

#67

Celeron U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

108%

#68

Pentium Dual Core T4200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

108%

#69

Pentium 977

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

108%

#70

Pentium N3520

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

108%

#71

Core 2 Duo U7500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

105%

#72

Core i3-1115G4E

MSRP: $213|Avg: $47

105%

#73

Core Ultra 7 265HX

MSRP: $450|Avg: N/A

102%

#74

Core i3-350M

MSRP: $130|Avg: $10

102%

#75

Athlon II N370

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

102%

#76

Athlon X2 QL-64

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

101%

#77

Core i7-4700MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

101%

#78

Core 2 Quad Q9000

MSRP: $348|Avg: $15

100%

#79

Ryzen 5 230

MSRP: $200|Avg: $190

100%

#80

Celeron T3500

MSRP: $80|Avg: $10

99%

#81

Pentium T4200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

99%

#82

A12-9720P

MSRP: $200|Avg: $25

99%

#83

Core i7-4702MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

98%

#84

Pentium 957

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

96%

#85

Core i7-3612QE

MSRP: $426|Avg: $50

93%

#86

Core 2 Solo SU3500

MSRP: $262|Avg: $15

92%

#87

Celeron 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

91%

#88

Core i3-1220P

MSRP: $250|Avg: $150

91%

#89

3020e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

91%

#90

Pentium P6200

MSRP: $60|Avg: $25

90%

#91

Pentium T2330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $7

89%

#92

Celeron 560

MSRP: $89|Avg: $5

89%

#93

Core i7-2710QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $40

88%

#94

Core i5-11500B

MSRP: $185|Avg: $185

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Ryzen 5 230 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 5 230 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 5 230 is a 6-core / 12-thread processor based on the Hawk Point (2024−2025) architecture, manufactured on a 4 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.9 GHz from a base frequency of 3.5 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 16 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 1 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 20,186, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Current Gen generation product.

Specification	Ryzen 5 230
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	6C / 12T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.9 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.5 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Hawk Point (2024−2025)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	4 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	16 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	178 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	25,000 million
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	20,186

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 5 230 fits into the FP8 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR5 memory.

Specification	Ryzen 5 230
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	FP8
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR5
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Ryzen 5 230 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 28 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Ryzen 5 230
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	28 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $190 (MSRP: $200), the Ryzen 5 230 delivers 106 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #775 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Ryzen 5 230
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$200
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$190
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$299
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#775
Release DateLaunch date	6 January 2025 (less than a year ago)
Release Year	2025
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	TSMC

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	Laptop
Designer	AMD
Launch Price	$299
Manufacturer	TSMC
Release Date	6 January 2025 (less than a year ago)
Architecture Codename	Hawk Point (2024−2025)
Performance Ranking Position	775

Technical Specifications

12 specs

Cores	6
Threads	12
Die Size	178 mm2
L1 Cache	64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)
L3 Cache	16 MB (total)
Max Frequency	4.9 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	3.5 GHz
Transistor Count	25,000 million
Process Technology	4 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C