Ryzen AI 5 330
AMD
PassMark
12,794
MSRP
$350
AVG Price
$350
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Ryzen AI 5 330 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 July 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Krackan Point 2 (2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5, LPDDR5X. Passmark benchmark score: 12,794 points. Launch price was $149.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Ryzen AI 5 330 is positioned at rank #608 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen AI 5 330
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Ryzen AI 5 330 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Path of Exile 2
Counter-Strike 2
League of Legends
Valorant
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Ryzen AI 5 330 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Ryzen AI 5 330 is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Krackan Point 2 (2025) architecture, manufactured on a 4 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.5 GHz from a base frequency of 2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB of L3 cache, plus 1 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 12,794, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Current Gen generation product.
| Specification | Ryzen AI 5 330 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 4C / 8T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 4.5 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Krackan Point 2 (2025) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 4 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 4 MB |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 1 MB (per core) |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 80 kB (per core) |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 12,794 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen AI 5 330 fits into the FP8 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR5, LPDDR5X memory.
| Specification | Ryzen AI 5 330 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | Laptop |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | FP8 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 4.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR5, LPDDR5X |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 |
Power & Cooling
The Ryzen AI 5 330 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 28 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Ryzen AI 5 330 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 28 Watt |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $350, the Ryzen AI 5 330 delivers 37 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #608 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #1153 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Ryzen AI 5 330 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $350 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $350 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $149 |
| Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking | #608 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1153 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 16 July 2025 (less than a year ago) |
| Release Year | 2025 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | AMD |
| ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC) | TSMC |
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