AMD Athlon 300GE socket: AM4
The AMD Athlon 300GE uses the AM4 socket. It is a 35 W OEM APU with a fixed 3.4 GHz clock and Vega 3 graphics.
- Socket
- AM4
- Launched
- July 7, 2019
- Cores and threads
- 2 and 4
- Default TDP
- 35 W
- Codename
- Dali
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- AMD Athlon
- Clocks
- 3.4 GHz
AMD Athlon 300GE specifications
| Cores | 2 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 4 |
| Core architecture | Zen on 14 nm |
| Clocks | 3.4 GHz fixed, no boost |
| Cache | 1 MB L2 plus 4 MB L3 |
| Default TDP | 35 W |
| Manufacturing process | 14 nm |
| Memory support | DDR4-2666, two channels, up to 64 GB |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0 from the APU |
| Integrated graphics | Radeon Vega 3 (3 cores, up to 1100 MHz) |
| Multiplier | Locked |
| ECC memory | Not supported |
| Package | AM4 uOPGA-1331 |
Motherboard compatibility
AMD Athlon 300GE needs a motherboard with a AM4 socket. Chipset by chipset data for this codename is not recorded yet. See the AM4 chipset list and the board maker's CPU support list.
AM4 at a glance
| Type | PGA, 1,331 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | 40 × 40 mm |
| Introduced | 2016 |
| Memory | DDR4 only |
| Cooler mounting holes | 54 × 90 mm |
What the Athlon 300GE is
The Athlon 300GE is a dual core, four thread OEM APU from July 2019. It holds a fixed 3.4 GHz clock with no boost tables at 35 W. System builders used it for office mini PCs that needed graphics without a card.
One megabyte of L2 and 4 MB of L3 match the Athlon family layout. Vega 3 graphics up to 1100 MHz cover triple office displays. The fixed clock keeps behavior predictable across thousands of identical seats.
OEM trays are the only supply, since AMD never boxed the GE for retail. Loose chips surface from decommissioned office machines. The locked multiplier keeps fleet images consistent.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The 300GE fits AM4 on 300, 400 and 500 series boards with Dali aware firmware. OEM mini boards validate the 35 W table for slim cases. Retail A320 and B450 boards run it after the appropriate BIOS.
Thirty five watts allows low profile cooling in compact towers. Discrete graphics remain optional, since Vega 3 covers office needs. The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide maps AM4 BIOS per series.
AM5 boards do not accept the PGA chip. DDR4 transfers across AM4 boards for repairs.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
DDR4-2666 in two channels up to 64 GB is the rated memory. Office builds ship 4 or 8 GB. Dual channel operation feeds Vega 3 graphics.
PCIe 3.0 lanes wire NVMe storage and board devices, with a card slot free in larger OEM towers. Most GE builds skip discrete graphics. Chipset lanes add USB and SATA.
Cooling is a slim OEM unit for 35 W continuous. Retail AM4 towers fit for quieter operation. The CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide lists brackets.
Why the clock never moves
The fixed 3.4 GHz clock without boost tables is a deliberate fleet feature rather than a limitation. Every one of thousands of seats behaves identically under load, which keeps help desk diagnosis simple. There are no boost surprises when summer heat trims cooling margins.
Power draw stays flat and predictable for facility planning across large deployments. Administrators size UPS units and cooling per seat without modeling turbo spikes. The locked multiplier completes the picture by removing any tuning drift between machines.
Upgrade paths
On the same board the Athlon 3000G adds 100 MHz with an unlocked multiplier where cases allow. The Ryzen 3 3200G adds cores and boost for heavier office use. Both reuse DDR4.
A platform change to AM5 brings current budget APUs. For 300GE mini PCs, SSD and memory upgrades extend office life most.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the AMD Athlon 300GE use?
It uses AM4 on 300, 400 and 500 series boards.
Was the 300GE sold at retail?
No. AMD shipped it to OEMs only, so loose chips come from trays and used office PCs.
Does the 300GE have boost?
No. It holds a fixed 3.4 GHz clock.
What graphics are in the 300GE?
Radeon Vega 3 graphics with 3 cores up to 1100 MHz.
When did the 300GE launch?
July 7, 2019 for OEM system builders.
How much RAM suits a 300GE office PC?
Two 4 GB sticks of DDR4-2666 cover office work with graphics headroom. Heavy browser users benefit from 16 GB total.
Does the 300GE support ECC?
ECC support depends on the board. Business mini boards with validation enable it, while consumer boards run non ECC memory.
Is the 300GE good for digital signage?
Yes. Fixed clocks, low heat and triple display capable graphics suit always on menu boards and kiosks.
What cooler fits tray 300GE chips?
Any AM4 low profile unit rated for 35 W works. The mount matches retail Athlon coolers, so spares are easy to find.
What storage pairs well with the 300GE?
A 256 GB NVMe SSD for the OS plus board SATA for bulk files keeps office mini PCs responsive through long shifts.
Is the 300GE factory overclockable?
No. The locked multiplier keeps every unit at fixed clocks, which is the point for uniform fleets.
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