AMD Ryzen 5 5600G vs. Ryzen 3 4300GE?

I recently came across the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and Ryzen 3 4300GE processors, but I'm having a hard time deciding which one is better for my needs. Has anyone here worked with these or could give me some advice?

Hi @Aftershock12, both the Ryzen 5 5600G and Ryzen 3 4300GE are good choices, but they have different features that might suit you differently. Have you checked out this TechReviewer article about them? AMD Ryzen 5 5600G vs. AMD Ryzen 3 4300GE

@ZekromsMalice Thanks for the recommendation! I did look at the article, but I'm still unsure which one would be better for gaming and general app usage.

For gaming, the Ryzen 5 5600G has a higher core count and single-core max boost frequency, which should provide better overall performance. Additionally, its larger L3 cache capacity might help with loading times in certain games.

I've been using the Ryzen 3 4300GE for a while now, and it's worked great for general app usage like browsing the internet, streaming shows, and office work. The lower price of this CPU is also worth considering.

@two-feathers@Akinjude So, based on your experiences, would you say that if I'm primarily using my computer for gaming, the Ryzen 5 5600G would be a better choice?

If gaming is your main priority, then the Ryzen 5 5600G might be the better option due to its higher performance specs. However, the Ryzen 3 4300GE still offers decent performance and could be more budget-friendly.

@ZekromsMalice Thanks for the input! I'll definitely take that into account. What about when it comes to multitasking or running multiple applications simultaneously?

Both CPUs should handle basic multitasking well, but if you plan on running resource-intensive apps at the same time, the Ryzen 5 5600G's higher core count might give you a better experience.

@Akinjude That makes sense. I'll have to think about my specific usage habits and decide which one would be more suitable for me.

Just make sure to keep an eye on the PCIe support and DDR4 max stock speed, as these can affect performance with newer hardware. Good luck with your decision!

@ZekromsMalice I'll do that. Thanks again for all the advice!