AMD Ryzen 3 2200G socket: AM4
The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G uses the AM4 socket on 300, 400 and 500 series boards. It is a quad core Raven Ridge APU with Vega 8 graphics.
- Socket
- AM4
- Launched
- February 2018
- Cores and threads
- 4 and 4
- Default TDP
- 65 W
- Codename
- Raven Ridge
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- AMD Ryzen 3
- Clocks
- 3.5 / 3.7 GHz
AMD Ryzen 3 2200G specifications
| Cores | 4 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 4 (no multithreading) |
| Core architecture | Zen (Raven Ridge) cores on 14 nm |
| Clocks | 3.5 GHz base, up to 3.7 GHz |
| Cache | 4 MB L3, 2 MB L2 |
| Processor base power (TDP) | 65 W |
| Manufacturing process | 14 nm |
| Memory support | DDR4-2933, two channels, up to 64 GB |
| PCI Express | 12 lanes from the APU, PCIe 3.0 |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon Vega 8 (8 CU, up to 1.1 GHz) |
| Multiplier | Unlocked |
| Package | Socket AM4 (PGA, 1331 contacts) |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
AMD Ryzen 3 2200G needs a motherboard with a AM4 socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.
| Series | Chipsets | Support |
|---|---|---|
| 400 series | X470, B450 | Works out of the box |
Board makers publish a CPU support list for every model. Check it for your exact board before buying. Chipset details for AM4.
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 Ryzen 3 2200G is
The Ryzen 3 2200G pairs four Zen cores without multithreading for budget gaming towers. It launched in February 2018 with a 3.5 GHz base and up to 3.7 GHz boost at 65 W. AMD positions it as the entry APU that games without a discrete card.
Four megabytes of L3 with 2 MB of L2 feed everyday threads. The steady clocks suit 1080p play with modest settings. Four threads cover office work plus background tasks.
Radeon Vega 8 graphics with 8 units up to 1100 MHz handle esports titles without extra hardware. The process is 14 nm. DDR4-2933 in two channels feeds both CPU and graphics.
School labs favor the 2200G for steady driver support across semesters. The same Vega 8 image covers many towers, which cuts help desk tickets for display issues. Power stays at 65 W, so existing office supplies carry over without rewiring.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The 2200G fits AM4 on 300, 400 and 500 series boards with display outputs. Early 2018 BIOS builds carry Raven Ridge IDs. Boards may need an update when moving from Bristol Ridge APUs.
DDR4-2933 in two channels up to 64 GB suits gaming APUs. Dual channel fast memory lifts Vega frame rates most. The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide lists board generations.
Single socket towers are the home. Another AM4 APU on the same board adds graphics units where needed.
Display outputs on most boards include HDMI, DisplayPort and DVI for projectors at most desks. TPM headers support encryption where policies require it. Asset management BIOS options help track large classroom fleets.
B450 boards with HDMI 2.0 carry 4K at 60 Hz for living room setups, with BIOS from early 2018 that lists Raven Ridge IDs. Family PCs favor the fixed platform for shared use.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
DDR4-2933 in two channels up to 64 GB is the gaming APU standard. Start with 16 GB of fast kits for best results. ECC works where boards validate it.
PCIe 3.0 with 12 lanes from the APU feeds NVMe plus board devices. Most towers rely on Vega and leave expansion slots free. Chipset lanes add the rest of storage.
AM4 cooling in the CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide covers 65 W quietly. Towers help hold 3.7 GHz during play.
NVMe boot drives pair well with 8 GB of DDR4 for fast logons in shared labs. Teams that keep many tabs open should standardize 16 GB to avoid paging on shared machines.
FreeSync monitors pair well with Vega 8 for tear free play at modest settings. Frame rate caps near display refresh save power and heat.
Upgrade paths
On the same socket, the AMD Ryzen 5 2400G steps to Vega 11 graphics with multithreading at the same 65 W. The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE trims to 35 W at lower clocks for efficient nodes where listed. Both share AM4 after a BIOS check.
Discrete Ryzen CPUs add threads without graphics for towers with cards. They suit play with dedicated GPUs.
Past AM4 budget APUs move to Picasso and Renoir with stronger graphics. The 2200G covers entry integrated gaming where Vega 8 must carry the load.
Ryzen 5 3400G later moves the same towers to Vega 11 graphics on AM4 after a BIOS update. That path keeps cases and storage while lifting play smoothness.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Ryzen 3 2200G use?
It uses AM4 on 300, 400 and 500 series boards with display outputs.
How many cores does the 2200G have?
Four cores without multithreading give four threads. Base is 3.5 GHz with boost to 3.7 GHz.
Which graphics does the 2200G include?
Radeon Vega 8 with 8 units up to 1100 MHz.
What memory does the 2200G support?
DDR4-2933 in two channels up to 64 GB.
When did the 2200G launch?
February 2018 with Raven Ridge desktop.
Is the 2200G good for school labs?
Yes, stable Vega 8 drivers with AM4 boards suit shared towers where displays must work every morning.
Which boards suit the 2200G best?
B450 and X470 boards with HDMI 2.0 outputs and early 2018 BIOS for Raven Ridge APUs.
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