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Overview

The Ryzen 5 5625U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Barcelo-U (Zen 3) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 14,717 points. Launch price was $149.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Ryzen 5 5625U across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 5 5625U specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 5 5625U is a 6-core / 12-thread processor based on the Barcelo-U (Zen 3) (2022−2023) architecture, manufactured on a 7 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.3 GHz from a base frequency of 2.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 16 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 14,717, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Aging generation product.

Specification	Ryzen 5 5625U
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	6C / 12T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.3 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.3 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Barcelo-U (Zen 3) (2022−2023)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	7 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	16 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	180 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	10,700 million
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	95 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	14,717

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 5 5625U fits into the FP6 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR4 memory.

Specification	Ryzen 5 5625U
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	AMD Cezanne (Zen 3, Ryzen 5000)
SocketMotherboard socket required	FP6
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Ryzen 5 5625U 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 5 5625U
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	15 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	95 °C

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #1025 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Ryzen 5 5625U
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1025
Release DateLaunch date	6 January 2022 (3 years ago)
Release Year	2022
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.

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General Information

8 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	AMD Cezanne (Zen 3, Ryzen 5000)
Designer	AMD
Launch Price	$149
Manufacturer	TSMC
Release Date	6 January 2022 (3 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Barcelo-U (Zen 3) (2022−2023)
Performance Ranking Position	1025

Technical Specifications

13 specs

Cores	6
Threads	12
Die Size	180 mm2
L1 Cache	64K (per core)
L2 Cache	512K (per core)
L3 Cache	16 MB (total)
Max Frequency	4.3 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.3 GHz
Transistor Count	10,700 million
Process Technology	7 nm
Max Core Temperature	95 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	+