No updates on new APUs at the moment.
No updates on new APUs at the moment.
Hello, the upcoming 5000 APUs could offer significant gains compared to the 3400G. Considering the 4750G is actually more expensive than the 3400G, it seems the value lies in having six cores and a solid graphics card. My focus has been on APUs and their advancements lately. The main drawback I see with the 3400G is its four-core configuration instead of six, along with a less-than-ideal memory controller. Overclocking the graphics card might be just as crucial as tuning the CPU. Will the new 5000 APUs outperform the 3400G or be more about CPU and core improvements rather than GPU enhancements?
It's just a quicker CPU, while the GPU stays the same. The main boost in GPU speed comes from the memory controller enabling faster data transfer.
It's not worth it since my GPU crashes before reaching 60% CPU usage.
The Ryzen 5000 APU may not offer the best value if you require a stronger graphics card. Given today’s market conditions and the high cost and difficulty of acquiring a dedicated GPU, I’d prefer choosing an APU and holding off until GPU availability improves.
What resolution are you using? The graphics detail level can be adjusted for better performance.
Whether it's worth it depends on your perspective. Playing around with an APU can be enjoyable, especially when pushing it to its limits. However, the memory controller in your 3400G is quite poor—you're maxing out at 3400Mhz while the 3200G reaches 3700Mhz.
Also eliminates the fun aspect from the build and adjustments.
You can choose one or the other. You need improved speed, but you also want the compact size you prefer from AMD—it’s not possible to have both. So either upgrade to a new APU and settle for similar performance while customizing, or invest in a solid GPU that fits your current setup, which will give you better results and allow more tweaking.