RYZEN 3 2200G Quad-Core 3.5 GHz (3.7 Max Boost) Socket AM4 65W

🧠 AMD Ryzen 3 2200G — Key Specs

Processor Type: AMD Ryzen 3 2200G Quad-Core APU

Cores / Threads: 4 / 4

Base Clock: 3.5 GHz

Boost Clock: Up to 3.7 GHz

Integrated Graphics: Radeon Vega 8 — so you don’t need a separate GPU for basic gaming and display output.

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Socket: AM4 — works with a wide range of AMD motherboards (A320, B350/B450, X370/X470, etc.)

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TDP: 65 W

Memory Support: DDR4 up to ~2933 MHz (dual-channel)

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🧩 Performance & Use Case

✅ Good choice for:

Budget builds — office, web, streaming, light editing

Entry-level gaming — plays e-sports titles like CS:GO, Dota 2, Fortnite at playable settings without a discrete GPU

HTPC / home usage — good media performance with Vega graphics

⚠ Not ideal for:

Heavy CPU-intensive tasks like high-end video editing or newer AAA gaming at high settings

CPU-heavy modern games without a dedicated GPU

The integrated Vega 8 graphics are surprisingly capable for the price, but best performance comes with faster dual-channel RAM.

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🛠 Compatibility

🖥 Motherboards

You need a board with an AM4 socket. Compatible chipsets include:

A320 / B350 / B450 / X370 / X470 — widely available and affordable choices.

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💡 BIOS Consideration:

Some older motherboards may need a BIOS update to support Raven Ridge APUs (like the 2200G). When buying older boards (especially A320/B350), check if the BIOS already supports Ryzen 2000G family processors.

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💡 RAM Recommendations

Use dual-channel DDR4 (e.g., 2×4 GB or 2×8 GB) for much better performance, especially for the integrated graphics.

Aim for at least DDR4-3000 if possible (fits within the supported spec and helps Vega graphics).

You’ll also need an AM4 motherboard and DDR4 RAM to complete a build.

🧠 Good Pairings

Since the Ryzen 3 2200G includes Radeon Vega graphics, it’s perfect for:

✅ Basic gaming without a discrete GPU

✅ Budget mini-ITX / micro-ATX builds

✅ Home / office desktops