Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U
AMD
PassMark
6,928
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 8 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 6,928 points. Launch price was $149.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Among Us
Civilization VI
Counter-Strike 2
Dead by Daylight
Dota 2
League of Legends
Overwatch 2
Path of Exile 2
Phasmophobia
Rust
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture, manufactured on a 12 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.7 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 (total) of L3 cache, plus 512K (per core) of L2 cache and 128K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 6,928, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 4C / 8T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 3.7 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2.1 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 12 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 | 128K (per core) |
| Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor | 209.78 mm2 |
| Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities | 4940 Million |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 6,928 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U fits into the FP5 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 Dual-channel memory.
| Specification | Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | Laptop |
| SeriesProduct family | AMD Ryzen 5 |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | FP5 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4 Dual-channel |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 (Uniprocessor) |
Power & Cooling
The Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U 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 PRO 3500U |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 15 Watt |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #1593 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $149 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1593 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 8 April 2019 (6 years ago) |
| Release Year | 2019 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | AMD |
| ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC) | GlobalFoundries |
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
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General Information
8 specs
| Type | Laptop |
| Series | AMD Ryzen 5 |
| Designer | AMD |
| Launch Price | $149 |
| Manufacturer | GlobalFoundries |
| Release Date | 8 April 2019 (6 years ago) |
| Architecture Codename | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 1593 |
Technical Specifications
14 specs
Technical Specifications
14 specs
| Cores | 4 |
| Threads | 8 |
| Bus Type | PCIe 3.0 |
| Die Size | 209.78 mm2 |
| L1 Cache | 128K (per core) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) |
| Multiplier | 21 |
| Max Frequency | 3.7 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 2.1 GHz |
| Transistor Count | 4940 Million |
| Process Technology | 12 nm |
| Windows 11 Compatible | + |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 15 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 1 (Uniprocessor) |
Memory
5 specs
Memory
5 specs
| RAM Types | DDR4 Dual-channel |
| Memory Channels | 2 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 38.397 GB/s |
| ECC Memory Support | + |
| Max Memory Capacity | 32 GB |
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