AMD Ryzen 3 4300G socket: AM4
The AMD Ryzen 3 4300G uses the AM4 socket. It is a 65 W 4-core Renoir APU for budget office desktops, with Vega graphics built in.
- Socket
- AM4
- Launched
- July 2020
- Cores and threads
- 4 and 8
- Default TDP
- 65 W
- Codename
- Renoir
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- AMD Ryzen 3
- Clocks
- 3.8 / 4.0 GHz
AMD Ryzen 3 4300G specifications
| Cores | 4 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 8 |
| Core architecture | Zen 2 |
| Clocks | 3.8 GHz base, up to 4.0 GHz boost |
| Cache | 4 MB L3 and 2 MB L2 |
| Default TDP | 65 W |
| Manufacturing process | TSMC 7 nm |
| Memory support | DDR4 up to 3200 MT/s, two channels |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0, 16 lanes from the CPU |
| Integrated graphics | Radeon Vega 6 (6 cores at 1700 MHz) |
| Multiplier | Unlocked |
| Package | AM4 (PGA1331) |
Motherboard compatibility
AMD Ryzen 3 4300G needs a motherboard with a AM4 socket. Chipset by chipset data for this codename is not recorded yet. See the AM4 chipset list and the board maker's CPU support list.
Recommended GPU pairing
| Recommended tier | Entry 1080p |
|---|---|
| Example GPUs | GeForce GTX 1650 Super, Radeon RX 6400 |
| Target resolution | 1080p medium settings |
Four Zen 2 cores at up to 4.0 GHz with PCIe 3.0 and DDR4-3200 suit entry 1080p cards from its era. The built in Vega 6 handles office work and light play alone, and a faster card still works where the board and the software allow it.
This is a rough match for a new build at the stated resolution, not a limit. A faster card still works and helps at higher resolutions or in games that load the GPU more than the CPU. A slower card is fine for lighter games and office use. The exact balance shifts with the game, the settings and the resolution, so no percentage is given.
AM4 at a glance
| Type | PGA, 1,331 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | 40 × 40 mm |
| Introduced | 2016 |
| Memory | DDR4 only |
| Cooler mounting holes | 54 × 90 mm |
What the Ryzen 3 4300G is
The Ryzen 3 4300G is a 4-core desktop APU that AMD released in July 2020 with the Renoir AM4 range for budget towers. Its Zen 2 cores run 3.8 GHz base to 4.0 GHz boost with SMT for 8 threads. Cache is 4 MB of L3 with 2 MB of L2.
The chip gives office seats four fast cores with graphics on the die, replacing older Athlon and Ryzen 3200G builds. The high 3.8 GHz base keeps single thread response strong for documents and web apps. The TSMC 7 nm process keeps the 65 W envelope easy to cool.
Radeon Vega 6 graphics handle display output, with 6 compute units at up to 1700 MHz. The multiplier is unlocked, so board firmware can tune clocks where cooling allows. The socket package is AM4 (PGA1331).
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The 4300G fits the AM4 socket. Boards with 500 series chipsets (B550, A520) accept it with the shipping BIOS, while 400 series boards need a BIOS update with Renoir support. Older 300 series boards generally do not accept it, so the board CPU support list decides.
Budget towers with B450 and B550 boards pair well for office fleets with low cost per seat. A520 boards work when extra ports are not needed. Check the minimum BIOS on 400 series stock before swapping from an older Ryzen.
The unlocked multiplier allows light tuning on B550 and X570 boards. A520 boards skip overclocking, so builders who want tuning should choose B550.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
The memory controller supports DDR4 up to 3200 MT/s in two channels. Budget builds often used 2 by 8 GB DDR4-3200, since dual channel feeds both CPU cores and Vega graphics. A single stick starves the graphics engine and is worth avoiding.
The APU supplies 16 PCIe 3.0 lanes from the CPU for graphics and storage through the board. Budget gaming builds without a discrete card still gain from a fast NVMe drive on board lanes. The board specifications state lane sharing between slots.
At 65 W, a stock AMD cooler with airflow suffices. Mounting uses the standard AM4 pattern from the CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide. A small tower cooler lowers noise under long loads but is not required for office use.
Upgrade paths
Against the AMD Ryzen 3 4300GE, the 4300G holds higher sustained clocks at 65 W. The 35 W part suits slim cases, while this 65 W part suits standard towers with more speed. Both share Vega 6 graphics and chipset rules.
Moving to AM5 needs a new board and DDR5 memory for current platforms. The 4300G fits a call center seat, a home study box, or a first light gaming tower with an entry card.
For used buyers, the 65 W G part makes sense when the tower can cool it. When more threads are needed on the same board, a used 6-core Renoir adds cores without changing the platform.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the AMD Ryzen 3 4300G use?
It uses AM4, the PGA socket for Ryzen desktop processors.
How many cores does the AMD Ryzen 3 4300G have?
4 cores with 8 threads at 3.8 GHz base and up to 4.0 GHz boost, with 4 MB of L3 cache.
What memory does the AMD Ryzen 3 4300G support?
DDR4 up to 3200 MT/s in two channels. Dual channel doubles graphics bandwidth over one stick.
What graphics does the AMD Ryzen 3 4300G include?
Radeon Vega 6 with 6 cores at up to 1700 MHz for office panels and light play.
What is the TDP of the AMD Ryzen 3 4300G?
65 W. A stock AMD cooler with airflow suffices in a standard tower.
Sources and verification
- AMD Ryzen 4000 Series Desktop Processors press release (AMD, July 21 2020, 4300G 4.0/3.8 GHz)
- AMD Ryzen 7 4700G Specs (TechPowerUp, Renoir AM4 PCIe Gen3 x16, unlocked)
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