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AMD Athlon PRO 300U Mobile Processor with Radeon Vega 3 Graphics

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Brand:
AMD
Form Factor:
Desktop
CPU Socket:
FP5
Core/Thread Count:
2C/4T
TDP:
15W
iGPU:
Radeon Vega 3 Graphics
CPU Series:
Athlon PRO 300 Series

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AMD Athlon PRO 300U Mobile Processor with Radeon Vega 3 Graphics Review

AMD Athlon PRO 300U Mobile Processor with Radeon Vega 3 Graphics desktop processor, 2C/4T 2.4 GHz base clock boosting up to 3.3 ghz, 15W TDP, FP5 socket.

The AMD Athlon PRO 300U Mobile Processor with Radeon Vega 3 Graphics is a Athlon PRO processor from AMD's Athlon PRO 300 Series lineup. It packs 2 core(s) and 4 threads, running at 2.4 GHz base clock boosting up to 3.3 ghz within a 15W power envelope, built for the FP5 platform. This is a legacy part carried in this catalog for buyers researching or maintaining older AMD systems rather than for new builds.

Performance and Architecture

With 2C/4T, the AMD Athlon PRO 300U Mobile Processor with Radeon Vega 3 Graphics runs at 2.4 GHz base clock boosting up to 3.3 ghz. Cache totals 1 MB L2 and 4 MB L3. Its Radeon Vega 3 Graphics integrated graphics (3 cores) handle display output and light graphics work without a discrete GPU.

Platform and Compatibility

The AMD Athlon PRO 300U Mobile Processor with Radeon Vega 3 Graphics uses the FP5 platform in a 15W envelope.

Comparison to Alternatives

Within this catalog's Athlon PRO listings, the AMD Athlon PRO 300U Mobile Processor with Radeon Vega 3 Graphics sits alongside other Athlon PRO 300 Series parts from the same generation, differentiated mainly by clock speed, core count, and TDP. It predates AMD's modern Ryzen lineup and should be evaluated against period-correct alternatives rather than current-generation chips.

Specifications

Identity

BrandAMD
Product LineOther
CodenamePicasso

Segment and platform

Market SegmentLaptop
SocketBGA
Socket StatusEnd of Life
Process Node12nm

Core configuration

Total Cores2
Performance Cores2
Efficiency Cores0
Total Threads4
SMT EnabledYes

Clock speeds

P-Core Base Clock2.4 GHz
P-Core Boost Clock3.3 GHz
Unlocked MultiplierNo

Cache

L2 Cache1 MB
L3 Cache4 MB

Power and thermal

Base Power15 W
Configurable TDP Floor12 W

Memory

Memory TypeDDR4

Graphics and AI

Integrated GraphicsYes
iGPU ModelAMD Radeon Vega 3
iGPU Compute Units3

Expansion

PCIe GenerationPCIe 3.0
PCIe Generation3.0

Commercial

Retail AvailabilitySoldered Only
Form FactorLaptop
iGPURadeon Vega 3 Graphics (3 cores, up to 1000 MHz)
L3 Cache Total4

Expert Review

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Best for

  • Athlon PRO platform upgrades or repairs
  • Budget legacy builds
  • Retro or compatibility-focused systems

Not for

  • Modern gaming or productivity workloads
  • New builds
  • Power efficiency-focused systems

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the AMD Athlon PRO 300U Mobile Processor with Radeon Vega 3 Graphics?

The AMD Athlon PRO 300U Mobile Processor with Radeon Vega 3 Graphics is a processor from AMD. Key specs: Cores 2, Threads 4, Base Clock 2.4 GHz, Boost Clock Up to 3.3 GHz, L2 Cache 1.

Will the AMD Athlon PRO 300U Mobile Processor with Radeon Vega 3 Graphics work with my current setup?

The AMD Athlon PRO 300U Mobile Processor with Radeon Vega 3 Graphics lists Socket is FP5. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.

Who is the AMD Athlon PRO 300U Mobile Processor with Radeon Vega 3 Graphics best suited to?

It suits athlon pro platform upgrades or repairs, budget legacy builds, retro or compatibility-focused systems.

What are the drawbacks of the AMD Athlon PRO 300U Mobile Processor with Radeon Vega 3 Graphics?

It is a poor fit for modern gaming or productivity workloads, new builds, power efficiency-focused systems.

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