AMD Ryzen 5 2500U
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Released
Q4/2017
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U

Processor AMD Ryzen 5 2500U, specifications and benchmarks

859 place in the overall ranking CPUs!
The AMD Ryzen 5 2500U processor is installed in AM4 socket boards and operates at a frequency of 2.00 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 5 2500U has a total of 4 cores. Release date: Q4/2017. TDP is 15 W. This review will provide all the technical specifications and detailed data about the AMD Ryzen 5 2500U processor. Discover everything to determine whether a game or software will run on AMD Ryzen 5 2500U.

Specifications

Technical data
CPU Family and Group

This section provides a comprehensive overview of the processors generation and family, explaining the specific market segment it is designed for. It covers key details such as the CPUs position within its product lineup, its intended use cases (e.g., consumer, server, or workstation), and how its generation compares to previous models.

  • Segment
    Mobile
  • Family
  • Generation
    1
  • CPU group
    AMD Ryzen 2000U
  • Predecessor
    --
  • Successor
    --
CPU Technical Specs

AMD Ryzen 5 2500U. This section highlights key performance parameters of the processor, including the number of cores, threads, and clock speeds (base and boost frequencies). These metrics directly impact multitasking capabilities and overall system performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications.

  • Frequency
    2.00 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    4
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    3.60 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    8
  • Turbo (4 Cores)
    3.00 GHz
  • Hyperthreading
    Yes
  • Overclocking
    No
  • Core architecture
    normal
  • A core
    --
  • B core
    --
  • C core
    --
IGPU

This section provides details on the integrated graphics capabilities of the processor. It covers the architecture, performance characteristics, and supported technologies (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL), which are essential for systems without dedicated GPUs or for mobile devices that require energy-efficient graphics processing.

  • GPU name
    AMD Radeon Vega 8 Graphics
  • GPU frequency
    1.10 GHz
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo
  • Execution units
    8
  • Shader
    512
  • Max. GPU Memory
    2 GB
  • Max. displays
    3
  • Generation
    8
  • DirectX Version
    12
  • Technology
    14 nm
  • Release date
    Q1/2018
Hardware codec support

This section covers the built-in hardware codec support for video and image processing. The processor’s ability to handle codecs like H.264, HEVC, and VP9 directly influences its performance in tasks such as video playback, editing, and streaming. This hardware acceleration ensures smoother media handling with lower CPU utilization.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    Decode / Encode
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    Decode / Encode
  • h264
    Decode / Encode
  • VP9
    Decode / Encode
  • VP8
    Decode / Encode
  • AV1
    No
  • AVC
    Decode / Encode
  • VC-1
    Decode
  • JPEG
    Decode / Encode
Memory Specs & PCI

This section breaks down the technical characteristics of the memory supported by the processor, including the types (e.g., DDR4, DDR5), number of memory channels, and maximum supported memory speed. It also covers PCI Express support, which determines the bandwidth available for GPUs, SSDs, and other peripherals, critical for high-performance systems.

  • Memory type
    DDR4-2400
  • Max. Memory
    32 GB
  • ECC
    Yes
  • Memory channels
    2
  • PCIe version
    3.0
  • PCIe lanes
    12
Encryption

This section focuses on the hardware-based security technologies integrated into the processor. These include encryption support features such as AES-NI, Intel SGX, and AMD Secure Memory Encryption, which provide robust protection for sensitive data and help mitigate cybersecurity risks.

  • AES-NI
    Yes
Thermal Management
  • TDP (PL1)
    15 W
  • TDP up
    25 W
  • TDP (PL2)
    --
  • TDP down
    12 W
  • Tjunction max.
    95 °C
* see below
Technologies and Extensions

This section explains the underlying technologies that enable the processor to deliver high performance. It includes details about the manufacturing process (e.g., 7nm, 10nm), supported instruction sets (e.g., AVX, SSE), and virtual machine extensions that enhance compatibility and efficiency across various workloads.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    AMD-V, SVM
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3
  • L2-Cache
    --
  • L3-Cache
    4.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Raven Ridge (Zen)
  • Technology
    14 nm
  • Socket
    AM4
  • Release date
    Q4/2017
  • Part Number
    --
Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Ryzen 5 2500U CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
    351 place
  • Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
    314 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    431 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    364 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    637 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    515 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    956 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    883 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    289 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    331 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    362 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    124 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    289 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    668 place

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPU

Compare the benchmark scores of AMD Ryzen 5 2500U with other processors to gauge its real-world performance across various tasks..

These tests encompass tasks such as mathematical calculations, 3D rendering, cryptocurrency mining, and performance evaluations in both single-core and multi-core modes.

Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
Maxon's Cinebench R23 SC is a cross-platform test suite for macOs and Windows uses one CPU core, with no hypetrading
823
820
817
797
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U
Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
Maxon's Cinebench R23 MC is a cross-platform test suite for macOs and Windows using a multi-core and hyperthreading
3118
3111
3002
2865
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U
Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R20 SC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, uses one CPU core, with no hypetrading
333
331
329
328
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U
Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R20 MC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, using a multi-core and hyperthreading
1380
1369
1357
1352
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
The Cinebench R15 SC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
131
131
131
130
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
The Cinebench R15 MC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
590
587
586
584
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
677
673
673
672
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
2557
2543
2541
2524
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
The performance of the iGPU - the internal GPU in games
1152
1152
1152
1126
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 3 SC for one CPU core, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
3486
3482
3481
3479
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 3 MC using a multi-core and hyperthreading, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
11094
11070
11070
11065
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in single-core mode, based on CINEMA 4D
1.6
1.6
1.6
1.6
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in multi-core mode and hyperthreading, based on CINEMA 4D
6.46
6.46
6.44
6.44
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks
7989
7967
7960
7956
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U

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PL1 - The power limit (in watts) generated by the processor (or GPU) during sustained, standard operation. It represents the typical thermal output during normal workloads.

PL2 - Represents the maximum power limit under heavy load or overclocking conditions. It indicates the thermal output during peak performance.

These values are essential for determining the optimal cooling system and power supply required to maintain stable performance.

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