Ryzen 7 PRO 250
AMD
PassMark
21,789
MSRP
$400
AVG Price
$380
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Ryzen 7 PRO 250 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Hawk Point-U (Zen 4) (2023−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 8 MB + 16 MB. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 21,789 points. Launch price was $299.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 PRO 250
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Ryzen 7 PRO 250 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
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League of Legends
Valorant
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Ryzen 7 PRO 250 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 PRO 250 is a 8-core / 16-thread processor based on the Hawk Point-U (Zen 4) (2023−2025) architecture, manufactured on a 4 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 5.1 GHz from a base frequency of 3.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 16 MB of L3 cache, plus 8 MB of L2 cache and 512 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 21,789, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Current Gen generation product.
| Specification | Ryzen 7 PRO 250 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 8C / 16T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 5.1 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 3.3 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Hawk Point-U (Zen 4) (2023−2025) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 4 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 16 MB |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 8 MB |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 512 kB |
| Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor | 178 mm2 |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 100 °C |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 21,789 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 PRO 250 fits into the FP8 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR5 memory.
| Specification | Ryzen 7 PRO 250 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | Laptop |
| SeriesProduct family | AMD Hawk Point (Zen 4/4c) |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | FP8 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 4.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR5 |
Power & Cooling
The Ryzen 7 PRO 250 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 8 MB + 16 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Ryzen 7 PRO 250 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 8 MB + 16 MB |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 100 °C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $380 (MSRP: $400), the Ryzen 7 PRO 250 delivers 57 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #695 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Ryzen 7 PRO 250 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $400 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $380 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $299 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #695 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago) |
| Release Year | 2025 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | AMD |
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