AMD · Ryzen

Ryzen 3 3300X

Released May 2020

A 4-core, 8-thread Zen 2 desktop processor for AM4, with a 4.3 GHz boost clock and PCIe 4.0 support.

Cores: 4/8
Boost: 4.3 GHz
L3: 16 MB
Power: 65 W
Socket: AM4

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What reviewers say

Reviewers praised its gaming performance and value, with results close to much more expensive older processors. They generally preferred it to the cheaper 3100 because of its stronger performance for a small launch premium. Both found little benefit from overclocking.

From techspot.com and pcgamer.com

Specifications

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Cores and clocks

Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base clock: 3.8 GHz
Boost clock: 4.3 GHz
L3 cache: 16 MB
Cores: Zen 2; Matisse; simultaneous multithreading
Cache: L1 256 KB; L2 2 MB

Graphics and AI

Built-in graphics: No
Graphics: A separate graphics card is required

Platform

Socket: AM4
Base power: 65 W
Unlocked: Yes
Cooler in the box: Yes
Memory support: DDR4; up to 3200 MT/s
PCIe: PCIe 4.0
Process: TSMC 7nm FinFET
Cooler: Wraith Stealth included, confirmed by PC Gamer and TechSpot; current AMD support specifications omit the thermal solution

Pros and cons

Pros

PCIe 4.0 support
AMD Wraith Stealth cooler included
Unlocked for overclocking

Cons

Requires a separate graphics card
No DDR5 support

Closest rivals

Model	Cores	Boost	L3	Power	Socket	Released
AMDRyzen 3 3100	4/8	3.9 GHz	16 MB	65 W	AM4	May 2020
AMDRyzen 3 3200G	4/4	4 GHz	4 MB	65 W	AM4	Jul 2019
AMDRyzen 5 3400G	4/8	4.2 GHz	4 MB	65 W	AM4	Jul 2019

Sources

Photo: AMD official Ryzen 3 third-generation retail package render, published on the exact ryzen 3 3300x archived maker product page. Archived maker original; shared family packaging without an individually marked SKU. Native alpha and original printed physical package faces preserved.

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