AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE is a desktop processor with four cores and eight threads, built on the Zen+ (Picasso) architecture and manufactured on GlobalFoundries' 12 nm process. It runs at 3.30 GHz base and 4.00 GHz boost, with 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The package contains Radeon RX Vega 11 integrated graphics and is rated at a 35 W TDP. Across the benchmark suite, its aggregate average score is 1954, which places it at the 45th percentile of all CPUs. The nearest rivals are all close: the average scores range from 1950 to 1964, with delta values between +0.2% and -0.5%.

How It Compares

The closest rival by average score is the Intel Xeon E3-1585L v5 at 1957. The Ryzen’s 1954 average puts it 0.1% behind per the deltaPct of -0.1. That is a rounding-level difference in the aggregate benchmark score. In the individual results, the Ryzen posts 650 in Cinebench R15 multicore, 2711 in Cinebench R20 multicore, and 6457 in Cinebench R23 multicore. The single-core runs are 91, 382, and 911 across those three Cinebench workloads. Geekbench adds 3318 multicore and 1110 single-core, confirming the same general performance band.

The Intel Core i7-8709G is the only rival with an aggregate average below the Ryzen: 1950 versus 1954. The deltaPct of 0.2 indicates the Ryzen is 0.2% ahead. That margin is even smaller than the gap to the Xeon, so the two processors should be treated as near-identical in overall CPU throughput. A user choosing between them would be deciding on platform features rather than meaningful benchmark separation.

The Intel Core i7-3930K has an average score of 1963, and the deltaPct of -0.5 shows the Ryzen trailing by 0.5%. This is a slightly larger aggregate gap than the two previous comparisons, but still small on the scale of these scores. The Ryzen’s multi-core Cinebench results do not place it in the same league as high-core-count desktop flagships, but they are respectable for a 35 W part with only eight threads.

The Intel Xeon D-2712T tops the nearest-rival set with an average score of 1964. The Ryzen is also 0.5% behind this part, per the deltaPct of -0.5. Across all four nearest rivals, the Ryzen is not separated by more than 0.5% in either direction; the delta range is -0.5% to +0.2%. The data shows a processor that is squarely inside a dense cluster of comparable desktop and workstation parts.

Power and Thermals

The TDP is 35 W, placing the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE in a low-power desktop class for a processor with eight threads and integrated graphics. The 12 nm process and 210 mm² die contain 4,940 million transistors, and the Radeon RX Vega 11 graphics block sits in the same package. That combination of integrated GPU and low TDP means the thermal envelope is tight, but it also means a separate discrete graphics card is not required for a basic display system.

Because of the 35 W rating, the cooling tier required is modest. A capable air cooler is enough; there is no need for the more elaborate cooling solutions associated with higher-TDP desktop CPUs. The architectural data does not include measured temperatures, so actual cooler selection depends on case airflow and ambient conditions, but the rated power draw is clearly on the efficient end of the desktop spectrum. This makes the chip a candidate for small-form-factor or quiet systems where heat output is a primary concern.

The 12 nm manufacturing node is not leading-edge compared to later processes, but the low TDP compensates for that by limiting heat generation. The transistor count and die area are substantial for a 35 W product, especially with the integrated Vega 11 graphics included. Benchmark results indicate that the processor can deliver a reasonable level of CPU performance while staying inside that power class.

Who Should Consider It

Users who need a desktop CPU with a low power envelope and integrated graphics should consider the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE. The 35 W TDP is the defining specification for that use case, and the Radeon RX Vega 11 provides a built-in display path without a separate GPU. Office workloads and general web browsing are well matched to the single-core scores: 911 in Cinebench R23, 382 in Cinebench R20, 91 in Cinebench R15, and 1110 in Geekbench single-core.

For lightly threaded creation tasks, the eight threads and 3.30 GHz to 4.00 GHz operating range can handle moderate rendering and video work. The multi-core results—650 in Cinebench R15, 2711 in Cinebench R20, 6457 in Cinebench R23, and 3318 in Geekbench multicore—show a part that scales reasonably beyond two threads for its class. It is not a high-core-count workstation processor; the 45th percentile overall ranking is the clearest indicator of that. But for a compact desktop or an office machine where power consumption matters more than raw throughput, the performance level is consistent with the intended design.

Gaming workloads depend heavily on the integrated Radeon RX Vega 11. The CPU-side scores are sufficient for mainstream desktop use, and the integrated GPU removes the need for a discrete card in the simplest systems. The data does not include game-specific frame rates, so the recommendation is based on the presence of the integrated graphics and the overall benchmark positioning rather than any measured game performance.

FAQ

Q: What socket does the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE use?

A: It uses AMD Socket AM4.

Q: Does it support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the ECC memory field is marked true.

Q: What integrated graphics does it include?

A: It includes Radeon RX Vega 11 integrated graphics.

Q: What is the TDP?

A: The rated TDP is 35 W.

Q: How does it compare to the Intel Core i7-8709G?

A: The Ryzen has an aggregate average score of 1954, while the Core i7-8709G has 1950, putting the Ryzen 0.2% ahead per the deltaPct.

Q: Is the processor overclockable?

A: No, the multiplier is not unlocked; the multiplierUnlocked field is false.

Platform and Compatibility

The Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE is built for AMD Socket AM4. Memory support is DDR4 in dual-channel mode, with a rated memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s and ECC support enabled. The PCIe interface is Gen 3, so the platform uses the previous-generation PCIe standard rather than a newer one. The integrated Radeon RX Vega 11 means an AM4 board can provide display output without a discrete GPU installed.

The processor is based on the Zen+ architecture with the Picasso codename, and it is produced on a 12 nm process at GlobalFoundries. The architecture and process details are directly relevant for platform driver and BIOS compatibility. The part number is YD340BC6M4MFH, and the production status is Active. The release date is 2019-09-29, and the market segment is Desktop.

Given the AM4 socket, the processor sits in a common desktop socket family, but the data specifies only this exact part’s socket, architecture, and compatibility fields. The locked multiplier precludes multiplier-based overclocking. For a user already on an AM4 platform, the processor is a straightforward drop-in in terms of socket and memory support, assuming the rest of the board matches the DDR4 and PCIe Gen 3 specifications.