Ryzen 5 7430U
AMD
PassMark
16,080
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Ryzen 5 7430U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 September 2023 (2 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. L2 cache: 3 MB. Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 3 MB + 16 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 16,080 points. Launch price was $299.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Ryzen 5 7430U across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
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League of Legends
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Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 5 7430U specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 7430U 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 of L3 cache, plus 3 MB of L2 cache and 384 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 16,080, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Recent generation product.
| Specification | Ryzen 5 7430U |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 3 MB |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 384 kB |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 95 °C |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 16,080 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 7430U fits into the FP6 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR4 memory.
| Specification | Ryzen 5 7430U |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Power & Cooling
The Ryzen 5 7430U has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 3 MB + 16 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Ryzen 5 7430U |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 3 MB + 16 MB |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 95 °C |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #968 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Ryzen 5 7430U |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $299 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #968 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 1 September 2023 (2 years ago) |
| Release Year | 2023 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | AMD |
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