Mon Sep 22 09:10:00 UTC 2025: ## AMD Re-Releases Athlon 3000G, a Blast From the AM4 Past, But Beware Compatibility Issues

**New York, NY** – AMD is dusting off an oldie but goodie, re-releasing its entry-level Athlon 3000G CPU for the AM4 socket, according to reports from Japanese retailer Akiba. The dual-core processor, initially launched in 2019, is now available in new packaging and includes a cooler, sporting the part number YD3000C6FHSBX and a price tag around $40.

The Athlon 3000G, based on the Dali architecture, features two Zen CPU cores, four threads, 4MB of L3 cache, a 35W TDP, and a 3.5 GHz clock speed. It also integrates a Vega 3 iGPU with 192 cores and a 1.1GHz clock. The refresh uses the Dali die, a cost-effective variant of the original Raven Ridge, manufactured on the 14nm process.

While a six-year-old processor on an eight-year-old architecture may seem unusual, the move highlights AMD’s understanding of market demand for budget-friendly options. This follows similar strategies seen with region-locked Ryzen CPUs and Intel’s recent release of the Comet Lake-based Core i5-110.

**Crucially, potential buyers should be aware of motherboard compatibility.** Despite being an AM4 chip, retailers are warning that the Athlon 3000G is **not supported by B550 and A520 chipset AM4 motherboards.** This limitation is likely due to the age of the processor and the limited firmware memory available on newer motherboards.

Consumers should exercise caution and confirm compatibility before purchasing the Athlon 3000G for use with 500-series chipset motherboards.

This re-release reinforces the long-standing AM4 socket’s viability, but stresses the importance of checking compatibility before building PC.

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