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Overview

The Ryzen AI 5 340 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Krackan Point (2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 19,776 points. Launch price was $299.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Ryzen AI 5 340 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Ryzen AI 5 340 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen AI 5 340 is a 6-core / 12-thread processor based on the Krackan Point (2025) architecture, manufactured on a 4 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.8 GHz from a base frequency of 2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 8 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 19,776, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Current Gen generation product.

Specification	Ryzen AI 5 340
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	6C / 12T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.8 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Krackan Point (2025)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	4 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	8 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	80 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	195 mm2
64-bit Support	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	19,776

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen AI 5 340 fits into the FP8 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR5 memory.

Specification	Ryzen AI 5 340
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	FP8
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR5
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Ryzen AI 5 340 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 5 340
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	28 Watt

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #791 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Ryzen AI 5 340
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$0
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$0
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$299
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#791
Release DateLaunch date	6 January 2025 (less than a year ago)
Release Year	2025
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	TSMC

Specifications Reference

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General Information

7 specs

Type	Laptop
Designer	AMD
Launch Price	$299
Manufacturer	TSMC
Release Date	6 January 2025 (less than a year ago)
Architecture Codename	Krackan Point (2025)
Performance Ranking Position	791

Technical Specifications

10 specs

Cores	6
Threads	12
Die Size	195 mm2
L1 Cache	80 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)
L3 Cache	8 MB
Max Frequency	4.8 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2 GHz
Process Technology	4 nm