AMD Ryzen 5 3501U vs AMD Ryzen 5 7400F Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F records an average benchmark score of 32,750, while the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U records 14,320. The 7400F sits in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, whereas the 3501U sits in the 69th percentile.

Q: How do the two processors compare in single-thread performance?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F scores 3,689 in the PassMark single-thread test, which is 42.1% ahead of the Ryzen 5 3501U's score of 2,136. This gap reflects the architectural and clock speed differences between the two parts.

Q: What memory types do these processors support?

A: The Ryzen 5 3501U supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus and 38.4 GB/s of bandwidth. The Ryzen 5 7400F supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Do both processors include integrated graphics?

A: No. The Ryzen 5 3501U includes Radeon Vega 8 integrated graphics. The Ryzen 5 7400F has no integrated graphics (listed as N/A).

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Ryzen 5 7400F boosts to 4.70 GHz, compared to the Ryzen 5 3501U's boost of 3.70 GHz. The 7400F also has a higher base clock at 3.70 GHz versus 2.10 GHz.

Q: What are the release dates for these two processors?

A: The Ryzen 5 3501U was released on 2026-05-31, and the Ryzen 5 7400F was released on 2025-01-08.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U and AMD Ryzen 5 7400F represent two distinct generations of AMD design. The 3501U is part of the 3000 series and uses the Picasso codename, built on the Zen+ architecture. The 7400F belongs to the 7000 series, uses the Raphael codename, and is built on the Zen 4 architecture.

The manufacturing process differs substantially. The 3501U uses a 12 nm process from GlobalFoundries, while the 7400F uses a 5 nm process from TSMC. Transistor counts reflect this gap: the 3501U contains 4,940 million transistors on a 210 mm² die, whereas the 7400F contains 6,570 million transistors on a 71 mm² die. The smaller, denser process gives the 7400F a significant efficiency and performance advantage.

Core and thread counts also differ. The 3501U has 4 cores and 4 threads, meaning it lacks simultaneous multithreading. The 7400F has 6 cores and 12 threads, doubling the thread count per core. This alone explains a large portion of the multithreaded performance gap.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. The 3501U provides 96 KB of L1 cache per core and 512 KB of L2 cache per core, with 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The 7400F provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 cache per core, with 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The 7400F's total L3 cache is eight times larger, which benefits workloads with large working sets.

Memory support diverges completely. The 3501U uses DDR4 with 38.4 GB/s of bandwidth, while the 7400F uses DDR5 with 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The 7400F also supports ECC memory, whereas the 3501U does not. PCIe capability differs as well: the 3501U uses Gen 3, while the 7400F uses Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only).

Socket and market positioning separate the two clearly. The 3501U uses AMD Socket FP5, is a mobile part, and includes Radeon Vega 8 integrated graphics. The 7400F uses AMD Socket AM5, is a desktop part, and has no integrated graphics. The 7400F has an unlocked multiplier, while the 3501U does not. The 7400F also carries a 65 W TDP, compared to the 3501U's 15 W TDP, reflecting the desktop versus mobile design targets.

The Verdict

The data points to a decisive performance hierarchy. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F wins every single head-to-head benchmark in the database, all 11 of them, with no wins recorded for the Ryzen 5 3501U. The average benchmark score gap is large: 32,750 versus 14,320, a difference of roughly 128% in favor of the 7400F.

The Ryzen 5 7400F is the choice for anyone prioritizing raw compute performance. Its 6-core, 12-thread configuration, Zen 4 architecture, larger cache, and DDR5 memory support deliver dominant results across every measured workload. The 83rd percentile ranking versus the 69th percentile ranking for the 3501U confirms its position in the broader CPU landscape.

The Ryzen 5 3501U, however, serves a different purpose. As a mobile processor with a 15 W TDP and integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics, it is designed for systems where power draw and space are constrained. Its 4-core, 4-thread configuration and DDR4 support are sufficient for basic computing tasks. The data does not show it winning any benchmark, but its value lies in its mobile form factor and integrated graphics, not in peak performance.

The 7400F is the clear pick for desktop builds where performance is the primary goal. The 3501U is the pick for mobile systems where integrated graphics and low power consumption take precedence. The benchmark data does not support any other conclusion.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 3501U | AMD Ryzen 5 7400F |

|---|---|---|

| Series | 3000 series | 7000 series |

| Cores | 4 | 6 |

| Threads | 4 | 12 |

| Base clock | 2.10 GHz | 3.70 GHz |

| Boost clock | 3.70 GHz | 4.70 GHz |

| TDP | 15 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP5 | AMD Socket AM5 |

| Architecture | Zen+ (Picasso) | Zen 4 (Raphael) |

| Process node | 12 nm | 5 nm |

| Foundry | GlobalFoundries | TSMC |

| Transistors | 4,940 million | 6,570 million |

| Die size | 210 mm² | 71 mm² |

| L1 cache | 96 KB (per core) | 64 KB (per core) |

| L2 cache | 512 KB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 4 MB (shared) | 32 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR4 | DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 38.4 GB/s | 83.2 GB/s |

| ECC memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 3 | Gen 5, 24 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon Vega 8 | N/A |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Multiplier unlocked | No | Yes |

| Part number | YM3501C4T4MFG | 100-000001845 |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F dominates the benchmark comparison across the board. The largest relative margin comes in the PassMark extended instructions test, where the 7400F scores 21,747 versus the 3501U's 3,274, a delta of 84.9%. This indicates substantially stronger SIMD and instruction-level throughput on the Zen 4 part.

The find prime numbers test shows the biggest absolute gap in multiplier terms. The 7400F scores 191 while the 3501U scores 21, a delta of 89%. This workload, which is highly sensitive to clock speed and core count, favors the 7400F's 4.70 GHz boost clock and 6-core design.

In multithreaded performance, the 7400F scores 25,645 against the 3501U's 7,071, a delta of 72.4%. The combination of 12 threads versus 4 threads and the larger L3 cache drives this result. Integer math shows a similar pattern: 74,745 versus 26,321, a delta of 64.8%. Floating point math follows with 45,799 versus 12,707, a delta of 72.3%.

The data compression test shows the 7400F at 289,999 versus the 3501U at 87,380, a delta of 69.9%. Data encryption shows 16,712 versus 5,580, a delta of 66.6%. Random string sorting shows 35,096 versus 10,414, a delta of 70.3%. Physics simulation shows 1,660 versus 483, a delta of 70.9%.

Single-thread performance, often the most telling metric for everyday responsiveness, shows the 7400F at 3,689 versus the 3501U at 2,136, a delta of 42.1%. This is the narrowest margin among all tests, but still a substantial lead. The 7400F's higher boost clock and Zen 4 IPC advantage account for the difference.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F wins across every measured workload category. The data shows no benchmark where the Ryzen 5 3501U takes the lead. For users running CPU-intensive desktop applications, content creation tasks, software compilation, or any workload that scales with core count and thread count, the 7400F is the superior part.

The 7400F's strengths are most pronounced in extended instructions, prime number finding, multithreaded workloads, and floating point math. These are workloads that benefit from its 6-core, 12-thread configuration, 32 MB L3 cache, and DDR5 bandwidth. The 42.1% single-thread lead also makes it the better choice for lightly threaded applications where clock speed and IPC matter most.

The Ryzen 5 3501U has no benchmark wins in the recorded data, but its role is defined by its specifications rather than its scores. It is a mobile processor with a 15 W TDP, which makes it suitable for laptops and compact systems where power efficiency is critical. Its integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics means it can drive a display without a discrete GPU, a capability the 7400F lacks entirely.

For systems requiring ECC memory support, the 7400F is the only option between the two, as the 3501U does not support ECC. For systems using PCIe Gen 5 devices, the 7400F provides the necessary lanes, while the 3501U is limited to Gen 3.

The 3501U's release date of 2026-05-31 places it as a newer product in the database, while the 7400F was released on 2025-01-08. The 7400F carries a launch MSRP of $229. The 3501U has no recorded launch MSRP. The benchmark data, however, is unambiguous: the 7400F outperforms the 3501U in every recorded test, making it the definitive choice for performance-oriented desktop builds, while the 3501U remains relevant only for its mobile efficiency and integrated graphics capabilities.