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PUBLISHEDApril 21, 2020
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AMD moves Ryzen 3 1200 to 12nm process
AMD has shifted the Ryzen 3 1200 chip to a 12nm process (Zen+). The new processor features different branding, but its relevance in 2020 is questionable.
Originally, the 4-core, 4-thread Ryzen 3 1200 processor was manufactured on a 14nm process with the Zen architecture. However, recent reports suggest that this chip has also transitioned to a 12nm process, now utilizing the Zen+ architecture.
The updated CPU features the same marking differences as the recently released Ryzen 5 1600 AF: YD1200BBM4KAFBOX for the new Ryzen 3 1200 iteration and YD1200BBM4KAEBOX for the older model.
⤢ ВІДКРИТИRealistically, it's tough to justify a 4-core, 4-thread processor in 2020, even if it's now on a 12nm process. In our view, it's far more economical to spend a bit extra and grab the 6-core, 12-thread Ryzen 5 1600 AF instead.
That said, it's hard to argue that for some enthusiasts, the new Ryzen 3 1200 AF could serve as a decent stopgap solution for a while, bridging the gap before they invest in more powerful Zen 2-based flagship CPUs.
Source: WccfTech
