Ryzen 5 3450U
AMD
PassMark
6,550
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Ryzen 5 3450U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 May 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Picasso-U (Zen+) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 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: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,550 points. Launch price was $149.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Ryzen 5 3450U across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Counter-Strike 2
Dead by Daylight
Deadlock
League of Legends
Naraka: Bladepoint
Path of Exile 2
Phasmophobia
Project Zomboid
Stardew Valley
Starfield
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 5 3450U specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 3450U is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Picasso-U (Zen+) (2019−2020) 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 6,550, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Aging generation product.
| Specification | Ryzen 5 3450U |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 4C / 8T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 3.5 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2.1 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Picasso-U (Zen+) (2019−2020) |
| 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 | 6,550 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 3450U fits into the FP5 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 memory.
| Specification | Ryzen 5 3450U |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | Laptop |
| SeriesProduct family | AMD Picasso (Ryzen 3000 APU) |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | FP5 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4 |
Power & Cooling
The Ryzen 5 3450U 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 5 3450U |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 2 MB + 4 MB |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 105 °C |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #1638 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Ryzen 5 3450U |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $149 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1638 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 1 May 2020 (5 years ago) |
| Release Year | 2020 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | AMD |
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
General Information
7 specs
| Type | Laptop |
| Series | AMD Picasso (Ryzen 3000 APU) |
| Designer | AMD |
| Launch Price | $149 |
| Release Date | 1 May 2020 (5 years ago) |
| Architecture Codename | Picasso-U (Zen+) (2019−2020) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 1638 |
Technical Specifications
12 specs
Technical Specifications
12 specs
| Cores | 4 |
| Threads | 8 |
| L1 Cache | 384 kB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB |
| Max Frequency | 3.5 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 2.1 GHz |
| Transistor Count | 4500 Million |
| Process Technology | 12 nm |
| Max Core Temperature | 105 °C |
| Windows 11 Compatible | + |
Compatibility
3 specs
Compatibility
3 specs
| Socket | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 2 MB + 4 MB |
Memory
1 spec
Memory
1 spec
| RAM Types | DDR4 |
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