Celeron 220 vs Ryzen 5 5600

Celeron 220

1 Cores1 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.2 GHz2007

Ryzen 5 5600

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.4 GHz2022

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron 220

1 / 1

320

0.0%

21,550

+6634.4%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Celeron 220 is positioned at rank #1143 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron 220

#1131

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3850%

#1132

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3794%

#1133

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3483%

#1134

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3467%

#1135

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3435%

#1137

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3318%

#1138

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3181%

#1139

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3176%

#1140

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3091%

#1143

Celeron 220

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

100%

#1144

Pentium B960

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

100%

#1146

Pentium 957

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

99%

#1147

Core 2 Duo SL9400

MSRP: $284|Avg: N/A

99%

#1149

Pentium N3540

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

98%

#1150

Core i7-3555LE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $280

98%

#1151

Core i3-2377M

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

97%

#1152

Core 2 Duo E8435

MSRP: $150|Avg: $74

97%

#1153

Celeron M 723

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

96%

#1154

Core M-5Y51

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

95%

#1155

Core i7-3517UE

MSRP: $330|Avg: $35

95%

#1156

Pentium N3530

MSRP: $161|Avg: $20

94%

#1158

Core i3-330E

MSRP: $177|Avg: $89

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

135%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

123%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

123%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

121%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

118%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

116%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

116%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

115%

#16

Core Ultra 5 225F

MSRP: $231|Avg: $150

112%

#17

Core Ultra 7 265K

MSRP: $309|Avg: $285

110%

#18

Ryzen 9 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $150

109%

#19

Ryzen 5 3600X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $90

108%

#20

Core i7-14700KF

MSRP: $384|Avg: $260

107%

#21

Core i7-14700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $270

103%

#22

Ryzen 5 4500

MSRP: $129|Avg: $85

101%

#23

Ryzen 5 5600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $115

100%

#24

Celeron G5925

MSRP: $62|Avg: $15

100%

#25

Ryzen 5 7500F

MSRP: $179|Avg: $145

98%

#26

Core Ultra 5 245

MSRP: $319|Avg: $220

97%

#27

Ryzen 7 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $86

97%

#28

Core Ultra 7 265KF

MSRP: $379|Avg: $323

97%

#29

Core Ultra 7 265F

MSRP: $369|Avg: $276

95%

#30

Core i5-12400F

MSRP: $174|Avg: $110

95%

#31

Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

94%

#32

Ryzen 7 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $100

93%

#33

Core i3-10100F

MSRP: $88|Avg: $50

93%

#34

Ryzen 5 7400F

MSRP: $150|Avg: $147

93%

#35

Ryzen 5 9600X

MSRP: $279|Avg: $178

90%

#36

Ryzen 7 3800X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $140

88%

#37

Ryzen 3 5300G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

87%

#38

Ryzen 9 7900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $316

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 5 5600 (2022) utilizes 7 nm technology and DDR4-3200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Celeron 220	Ryzen 5 5600
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($42)	⚠️ Higher cost ($115)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Conroe (2006−2007) / 65 nm)	✨ Modern (Vermeer (2020−2025) / 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Celeron 220 (2007) relies on 65 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Celeron 220	Ryzen 5 5600
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+2360%)
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($42)	⚠️ Higher cost ($115)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Celeron 220 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 5 5600 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron 220 and Ryzen 5 5600

Celeron 220

The Celeron 220 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Conroe (2006−2007) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 1.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: BGA479. Thermal design power (TDP): 19 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 320 points. Launch price was $69.

Ryzen 5 5600

The Ryzen 5 5600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 21,550 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Celeron 220 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Ryzen 5 5600 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 5600 has 5 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.2 GHz on the Celeron 220 versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600 — a 114.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600 (base: 1.2 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Celeron 220 uses the Conroe (2006−2007) architecture (65 nm), while the Ryzen 5 5600 uses Vermeer (2020−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 220 scores 320 against the Ryzen 5 5600's 21,550 — a 194.1% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Celeron 220 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 5600.

Feature	Celeron 220	Ryzen 5 5600
Cores / Threads	1 / 1	6 / 12+500%
Boost Clock	1.2 GHz	4.4 GHz+267%
Base Clock	1.2 GHz	3.5 GHz+192%
L3 Cache	0 kB	32 MB (total)
L2 Cache	512 kB	512K (per core)
Process	65 nm	7 nm-89%
Architecture	Conroe (2006−2007)	Vermeer (2020−2025)
PassMark	320	21,550+6634%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	11,077
Geekbench 6 Single	—	2,052
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	8,600

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron 220 uses the BGA479 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Ryzen 5 5600 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Celeron 220 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600 — the Ryzen 5 5600 supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 5600 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Celeron 220) vs 2 (Ryzen 5 5600). PCIe lanes: 0 (Celeron 220) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 5600) — the Ryzen 5 5600 offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: 945G,G31,G41 (Celeron 220) and B550,X570,B450,X470,A520 (Ryzen 5 5600).

Feature	Celeron 220	Ryzen 5 5600
Socket	BGA479	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 4.0+264%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2-667	DDR4-3200+100%
Max RAM Capacity	4 GB	128 GB+3100%
RAM Channels	1	2+100%
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	0	24

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 5 5600 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: No (Celeron 220) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600). Primary use case: Celeron 220 targets Budget, Ryzen 5 5600 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron 220 rivals Athlon 64 3100+.

Feature	Celeron 220	Ryzen 5 5600
Integrated GPU	No	No
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	No	AMD-V
Target Use	Budget	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Celeron 220 launched at $42 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 5600 debuted at $199. At current prices ($42 vs $115), the Celeron 220 is $73 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron 220 delivers 7.6 pts/$ vs 187.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 5600 — making the Ryzen 5 5600 the 184.4% better value option.