Review and testing of AMD Ryzen 3 1200 and 1300X processors

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Probably each of you has met people on forums who fanatically defend the choice, absence of problems and amazing consumer qualities of a certain model of processor, video card or power supply.

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Usually this category of people includes in the lists of “the best hardware in the world” those components that they have just purchased. The next stage of this “disease” is fanatical devotion to products of a certain brand. For example, purchasing video cards from only one manufacturer.

A reasonable person understands that any product has pros and cons; our world is structured in such a way that it does not offer us a simple choice. And every experienced PC user should be able to suppress attempts to slip into a situation where “every sandpiper praises its own swamp.”

This will not end well - fans always pay more than necessary. And it doesn’t matter what – money, your time or nerves.

Today I will try to impartially tell you about the main disadvantages of AMD Ryzen 5 1600 and Ryzen 5 2600 . Now these are the most popular and best-selling processors on our component market.

Even AMD Ryzen 5 3600 Ryzen 5 2600 from the throne .

It will be very difficult to talk about the disadvantages of these processors, because I am very pleased with my AMD Ryzen 5 1600 AF .

AMD Ryzen 3 Processors

You can get acquainted with the features of the AMD Ryzen AMD Ryzen 7 1800X , AMD Ryzen 5 1600X and AMD Ryzen 5 1400.

, AMD Ryzen 3 processors are similar to quad-core AMD Ryzen 5 . The main difference is the deprivation of additional threads due to the blocking of SMT technology.

This approach made it possible to separate two lines of processors, which accordingly affected the cost of AMD Ryzen 3 . At the same time, the main charm of the processors was not lost - the unlocked multiplier. And here, as we were convinced before, there is no point in overpaying for the older model in the line - overclocking potential in most cases depends on the quality of the crystal, not the processor model.

AMD Ryzen 3 processors are only capable of working with AM4 socket motherboards.

The main chipset for the processors in question will be B350 . Overpaying for the X370 is pointless, since bundles of several video cards for these processors will be an unbearable burden, and the B350 has more than enough USB and SATA connectors. Purchasing motherboards based on the AMD A320 chipset deprives the processors of the ability to overclock by multiplier, which, with a slight difference in price from the B350, makes the purchase a dubious savings.

AMD Ryzen 3 1200 and 1300X processors come in OEM and BOX versions. The main difference between the boxed version is the extended warranty to 3 years and the inclusion of a Wraith Stealth . Our editors received the processors in OEM version.

The use of such packaging protects processors from damage, and the included sticker is worthy of taking a place on the front panel of the computer case to remember what is in the heart.

Separately, the Wraith Stealth , which was used for testing processors.

The role of the test motherboard was always played by Asrock Fatal1ty AB350 Gaming K4 with the latest BIOS version installed - 3.00. It already includes the AGESA 1.0.0.6 fixes and fixes many of the shortcomings that we encountered in the first stages of testing.

Wraith Stealth cooler is easy to install, has good efficiency, and also blows air over the motherboard's power circuits.

You can’t expect incredible overclocking with it, but it, like older cooler models, does its job perfectly.

The most powerful AMD processors of the 1000th and 2000th series

Below we will present three of the best processors in terms of power, ideal for working with videos, graphic editors or games.

Ryzen 7 1700x

Ryzen 7 1700x
Basic information:

• socket for mat. boards: AM4;
• process technology: 14 nm;
• number of cores: 8;
• clock frequency: 3.4 GHz;
• L2/L3 cache size: 4 MB/16 MB;
• heat dissipation: 95 W.

In third place among the powerful and yet inexpensive processors of the Ryzen line is the representative of the first generation, which copes with computing tasks, no matter how complex they may be.

This processor also handles graphics work without any difficulty, because there are eight processors with a noticeably high overclocking potential and other goodies.

The potential in the form of support for DirectX 12 from Microsoft allows you to use this processor as a gaming processor, because with this library the graphics are significantly transformed. Performance in games remains high, the frame rate becomes higher than usual, which means that the choice is quite right.

pros

• high performance indicator;
• maximum versatility for the first generation;
• high quality graphics processing.

Minuses

• already outdated in comparison with the second and third generations.

Ryzen 7 1700x

Ryzen 7 2700

Ryzen 7 2700
Basic information:

• socket for mat. boards: AM4;
• process technology: 12 nm;
• number of cores: 8;
• clock frequency: 3.2 GHz;
• L2/L3 cache size: 4 MB/16 MB;
• heat dissipation: 65 W.

The second place among all high-performance processors from AMD is occupied by the sensational R7 processor. Its thermal package is similar to the second generation R5, but the R7 2700 is more powerful in terms of power. In turbo mode, the processor can accelerate up to 4.1 GHz. In any case, there is enough power for work and gaming applications of any kind.

Like other models of processors in the Ryzen line, this model is made on the AM4 socket. This means that you won’t have to spend extra money on buying a motherboard, because you can find good options with this socket.

pros

• increased productivity rate;
• good overclocking potential;
• affordable price today for such power.

Minuses

• differs from the younger representatives only in its clock frequency.

Ryzen 7 2700

Ryzen Threadripper 2920X

Ryzen Threadripper 2920X
Basic information:

• socket for mat. boards: sTR4;
• process technology: 12 nm;
• number of cores: 12;
• clock frequency: 3.5 GHz;
• L2/L3 cache size: 6 MB/32 MB;
• heat dissipation: 180 W.

The most powerful processor in this rating is a model of the Threadripper subclass, which has extremely high performance, twelve cores and a large cache memory.

The Threadripper 2920X can be overclocked right up to 4 GHz, which is higher than many competitors. This is all thanks to the new crystal developed by AMD engineers. A large number of threads allow you to handle heavy tasks quite easily.

In general, if you have important work or an extremely “heavy” game ahead of you, then this processor is ideal for you.

pros

• 12 cores and 24 threads are extremely high for an old-generation processor, but the power is very impressive;
• quite large possibilities of use;
• the most powerful chip due to its membership in the Threadripper subgroup.

Minuses

• you will have to buy a motherboard with a different socket.

Reviews and prices for Ryzen Threadripper 2920X

Video - Comparison of i9-9900K and Ryzen Threadripper 2920X

Test bench

• Motherboard: Asrock Fatal1ty AB350 Gaming K4 (BIOS 3.00)
• Processor: AMD Ryzen 3 1200 / AMD Ryzen 31300x
• Cooling system: Wraith Stealth;
• Thermal interface: Arctic Cooling MX-4;
• RAM: 2 x 8 GB KFA2 HOF Hall Of Fame 4000 MHz (HOF4CXLBS4000M19SF162K,3466 MHz 14-14-14-14-28 CR1, singlerank Samsung B-Die);
• 2 x 8 GB Team Group T-Force Dark Rog Red 3000 MHz (TDRRD416G3000HC16CDC01, 3066 MHz, 16-16-16-16-36 CR1, dualrank Samsung S-Die);

Software:

• Operating system: Windows 10 x64 “Professional” with all current updates from Windows Update;
• Video card driver: Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver WHQL 384.94.

AMD Ryzen 3 1200

AMD Ryzen 3 1200 processor has the following operating mode: when idle, the processor frequency drops to 1550 MHz, the voltage is in the range of 0.65-0.7 V. When performing single-threaded operations, the processor accelerates to 3450 MHz at a voltage of 0.950-1.0 V; if all cores are used, then the frequency drops to 3100 MHz.

To measure the temperature and processor consumption, the LinX 0.7.0 program with integrated libraries for AMD Ryzen processors was used. Testing was carried out in a room with a temperature of 25 ° C, an open stand was used. Team Group T-Force Dark Rog Red RAM (dual-rank, Samsung S-Die chips) operated at a frequency of 2133 MHz with timings of 15-15-15-36 CR2.

During 20 minutes of testing, the maximum processor temperature reached only 37°C, while the average consumption did not reach 30 W. At the same time, the processor performed calculations with a performance of 89-90 GFlops. Excellent result! The low operating voltage of only 1.0 V played an important role here.

In Geekbench 3, performance in single-threaded operations reached 3569 points, in multi-threaded operations - 11086 points.

Overclocking of the processor and RAM was performed in the motherboard BIOS. Overclocking is also possible using the proprietary AMD Ryzen Master . We already know the overclocking potential of processors based on the Zeppelin crystal; we didn’t have to expect anything new.

At a voltage of 1.375 V (the absence of LLC on the motherboard led to voltage drops under load up to 1.356 V), the processor was overclocked to 4100 MHz, the RAM at 1.38 V was overclocked to 3066 MHz at timings 16-16-16-38 CR1.

In LinX 0.7.0, the processor testing was successfully completed.

The processor temperature reached 64°C, and consumption increased to 80 W! Yes, the computing performance of the processor increased by 32% (peak power reached 119 GFlops), but the price for this was a significant increase in temperature and consumption.

In Geekbench 3, performance in single-threaded operations increased to 4592 points (+28.7%), in multi-threaded operations - 14847 points (+33.9%).

Next, the RAM was replaced with peer-to-peer memory KFA2 HOF Hall Of Fame, which is based on B-Die chips manufactured by Samsung. It was possible to overclock it to 3466 MHz with timings of 14-15-13-26 CR1.

As you can see, increasing the memory frequency and decreasing the timings had a positive effect on memory bandwidth and latency. The following results were obtained in Geekbench 3:

In Geekbench 3, performance in single-threaded operations increased to 4756 points (+3.5%), in multi-threaded operations - 15137 points (+2%). As you can see, this benchmark mainly responds to the processor frequency. Rank and memory frequency are secondary factors.

Benchmarks are benchmarks, but what about games? Going a little further, I would like to show the performance increase in the game Deus Ex: Mankind Divided at 720p resolution and at low quality settings when overclocking the AMD Ryzen 3 1200 processor to 4100 MHz and memory from 2133 MHz to 3466 MHz with changing timings.

Complex overclocking led to an increase in the average number of frames per second by 52.4%, and the minimum by 55.8%! In this case, even the settings of secondary and tertiary timings had an effect, which made it possible to achieve the maximum level of performance from the processor.

AMD Ryzen 3 1300X

The AMD Ryzen 3 1300X processor had different operating modes from the Ryzen 3 1200 : with the same 1550 MHz idle, the processor reached 3900 MHz at 1.43 V in single-threaded operations and 3600 MHz at 1.25 V in multi-threaded operations.

As a result, the stock 1300X the Ryzen 3 1200 on stock rigs, which makes it more attractive for use in A320 chipset motherboards.

In Geekbench 3, we have 3872 points for single-threaded operations (versus 3569 for the Ryzen 3 1200 ) and 12162 points (versus 11086) for multi-threaded operations.

But an increase in frequencies and operating voltages led to an increase in consumption and temperature. CPU testing in LinX 0.7.0 is an example of this:

The processor reached a temperature of 51 ° C, and consumption exceeded 57 W.

But with overclocking the Ryzen 3 1300X, everything was not entirely smooth. It was possible to achieve a stable 4000 MHz only at a voltage of 1.43 V; an increase of even 25 MHz led to unstable system startup, and it was not possible to pass any benchmarks.

And here we are faced with the same effect as in the AMD Ryzen 5 1400 review - the younger processor outperforms its older brothers in terms of overclocking potential.

The best Ryzen 3000 series processors

Today, the third generation of the Ryzen series reigns on the PC component market. Below we will see three of the best processors built on the Zen2 architecture.

AMD Ryzen 5 3400G

AMD Ryzen 5 3400G
Basic information:

• socket for mat. boards: AM4;
• process technology: 12 nm;
• number of cores: 4;
• clock frequency: 3.7 GHz;
• built-in video card: Vega 11, 1.4 GHz;
• L2/L3 cache size: 2 MB/4 MB;
• heat dissipation: 65 W.

Third place among the third generation goes to the Ryzen 5 3400G model, which is distinguished by the presence of a built-in Vega 11 video card, with which a budget gaming system without a video card has the right to life and quite successful operation.

This process is a clear example of good performance, affordable price and new technologies, for example, the same Zen2, which improves the performance of the processor in complex tasks.

This chip is a clear successor to the second generation 2400G processor. However, the third generation model has more advantages, most notably the clock frequency, which can be increased up to 4.2 GHz.

Important! The standard Wraith cooler cools the processor well, but if necessary, you can install a different cooler.

It is worth noting that the processor needs fast RAM, therefore, before installing this processor, you need to make sure of their speed, which should be at least 3000 MHz.

pros

• high processor power;
• good overclocking potential;
• good price for many buyers;
• Compatible with 300/400 series motherboards and socket AM4.
• 30 fps in most AAA games thanks to the integrated VEGA 11 graphics.

Minuses

• when using old motherboards, their BIOS needs to be updated;
• The integrated card is a bit weak when it comes to complex games.

AMD Ryzen 5 3400G

AMD Ryzen 7 3800X

AMD Ryzen 7 3800X
Basic information:

• socket for mat. boards: AM4;
• process technology: 7 nm;
• number of cores: 8;
• clock frequency: 3.9 GHz;
• L2/L3 cache size: 4 MB/32 MB;
• heat dissipation: 105 W.

Silver goes to a processor that is superior to its Intel counterpart in everything. With the multiplier unlocked, this octa-core CPU is a member of the premium segment that can do almost anything in any game or application.

The 3800X is a representative of the three thousandth generation, extremely positively rated by customers. They note its good overclocking up to 4.5 GHz, which is quite significant.

Important! At this speed, it is better to take care of a powerful CPU cooler so that you can cool this Ryzen model.

For anyone looking to play the latest games or run the most demanding applications, the Ryzen 3800X offers power that is truly amazing. Overall, this processor is one of the ideal candidates for an advanced build.

And lastly, its analogue is the Intel i7-9700K, to which the Ryzen 7 3800 X is in no way inferior.

pros

• performance in applications and games is comparable to one of the advanced processors from the “blue”;
• quite a good price for an eight-core processor with good overclocking;
• Suitable for installation on motherboard models that support the second generation of Ryzen processors.

Minuses

• high heat dissipation value, so you need to think about a high-quality cooling system.

AMD Ryzen 7 3800X

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X
Basic information:

• socket for mat. boards: AM4;
• process technology: 7 nm;
• number of cores: 12;
• clock frequency: 3.8 GHz;
• L2/L3 cache size: 6 MB/64 MB;
• heat dissipation: 105 W.

The most powerful representative of the third generation of the line, available for purchase. In terms of power, it is practically not inferior to the Intel i9-9900K, the most powerful representative of the “blue” camp.

As a rule, Intel has always been a leader in the gaming field, but recently its competitor, AMD, has almost leveled the position, especially with the release of the third generation of the Ryzen line.

The 3900X is one of the flagships that boasts some truly remarkable performance numbers. For example, performance in production applications and multi-threaded tasks like rendering, encoding and streaming increased by 60% compared to its Intel competitor.

This success is based on several components.

1. Twelve cores
2. Twenty-four streams.
3. Zen Architecture
4. Overclockable to 4.6 GHz.

The Ryzen 9 3900X is an ideal choice that will undoubtedly please you if you have enough money to buy it.

pros

• extremely high productivity;
• possibility of overclocking to 4.6 GHz;
• a large number of cores and threads.

Minuses

• high price.

Reviews and prices for AMD Ryzen 9 3900X

Video - AMD Ryzen 9 3900X and comparison with i9-9900K

Synthetic tests

In synthetic tests, the AMD Ryzen 3 1200 and 1300X took their natural place - in single-threaded applications, the processors were at a level or higher than their older “relatives”; in multi-threaded applications, performance differed from quad-core AMD Ryzen 5 by the magnitude of the frequency difference and SMT efficiency.

to use AMD Ryzen 3 1200 and 1300X for workstations, design, photo and video editing, it all comes down to insufficient multi-threaded performance. However, this does not prevent the processors from being used for everyday tasks, where AMD Ryzen 3 will show acceptable performance for a four-threaded processor.

Ryzen Reviews and Tests

• Review and testing of AMD Ryzen 3 3100 and Ryzen 3 3300X processors. Compare with Ryzen 5 2600, Intel Core i7-6700K, Core i7-2600K and FX-8320 (Overclockers.ua)
• Review of Ryzen 3 3300X and Ryzen 3 3100 processors: like the Core i7-7700K, only cheap (3DNews)
• Testing AMD Ryzen 3 3300X against Intel Core i3-9350KF (Overclockers.ru)
• Review of AMD Ryzen 5 3500X and Ryzen 5 3500 processors: exclusive Zen 2 for Russia and China (3DNews)
• AMD is now in laptops: we are studying an ASUS laptop with an 8-core Ryzen Ryzen 7 4800H (3DNews)
• Test and review: Athlon 3000G - a weak resemblance to Ryzen (Hardwareluxx)
• AMD Ryzen 9 3950X processor review: fatality (3DNews)
• Review of six-core AMD Ryzen 5 3600X and Ryzen 5 3600 processors (3DNews)
• AMD Ryzen 7 3700X and Ryzen 9 3900X processors: new Zen2 microarchitecture and already 12 cores on the familiar AM4 (IXBT) platform
• Test and review: AMD Ryzen 7 3700X and Ryzen 9 3900X (Hardwareluxx)
• Review and test of the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X processor: is it a real revival? (Overclockers.ru)
• AMD Ryzen 9 3900X processor review: faster than Intel Core i9-9900K? (Overclockers.ru)
• Testing AMD Ryzen 5 2600X and Ryzen 7 2700X (Pinnacle Ridge) processors (IXBT)
• AMD Ryzen 5 2600 and Ryzen 7 2700 processors, as well as other models of the Pinnacle Ridge family (and not only) in one big comparison (IXBT)
• Testing Ryzen Threadripper 2950X and 2990WX processors (second generation Ryzen Threadripper) (IXBT)
• Review of Ryzen 5 2400G and Ryzen 3 2200G processors: Zen plus Vega (3DNews)

Which mid-range Ryzen should you choose in 2020?

From quad-core: Ryzen 3 3300X. This is the most attractive offer in its price segment, especially for games.

From six-core: Ryzen 5 3600 or Ryzen 5 3600X. Reviewers' opinion:

There is no particular point in putting any processors other than the Ryzen 5 3600 and Ryzen 5 3600X into mass assemblies with a total price of about $800–$1200.

Video reviews and comparison tests

Everything we know about Ryzen 3000

Intel Core i5 8400 vs AMD Ryzen 5 2600X: comparison of “popular” processors

Comparison of AMD Ryzen 5 2600 with Ryzen 5 1600, Ryzen 5 2600X and Core i5 8400 Comparison of Ryzen 3 2200G with A12 9800, Core i3 7100 and Core i3 8100

Review results

Reviews of Ryzen indicate the high performance of these processors in tasks that involve more than four command processing threads.

In modern games that are able to distribute the load well between the cores, Ryzen is practically not inferior to its competitors from Intel. Ryzen demonstrates the best gaming results at WQHD (2560 × 1440) and 4K resolution.

Reviewers' reviews of Ryzen can be summarized as follows:

Remarkable performance in professional programs and acceptable speed in games, which will increase as it is optimized for 8-16-thread processors in 2020/21 games.

Gaming Performance

, AMD Ryzen 3 1200 and 1300X processors were tested with an MSI GeForce GTX 1070 AERO ITX 8G OC graphics card. Testing was carried out in a resolution of 1280x720 at low quality settings and in a resolution of 1920x1080 at high quality settings.

For 1280x720 the following results were obtained:

In many aspects, AMD Ryzen 3 show similar performance to the AMD Ryzen 5 1400 , and sometimes even outperform the older version. The reason for this phenomenon lies in the fact that many modern games do not always work well with virtual streams, and there is a general bias towards SMT technology as a beginner.

On the other hand, with intensive use of 4 or more threads, the AMD Ryzen 5 1400 begins to pull ahead, and as a processor with a reserve it looks more interesting.

At a resolution of 1920x1080 in most games, everything depends on the capabilities of the video card.