
Celeron 570 vs Ryzen 9 5900X

Celeron 570

Ryzen 9 5900X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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 570 is positioned at rank #1230 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 570
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 5900X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 570 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 570 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+231%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Celeron 570 and Ryzen 9 5900X

Celeron 570
The Celeron 570 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2.26 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 31 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 505 points. Launch price was $69.

Ryzen 9 5900X
The Ryzen 9 5900X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 38,955 points. Launch price was $549.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 9 5900X is built on the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture. In PassMark, the Celeron 570 scores 505 against the Ryzen 9 5900X's 38,955 — a 194.9% lead for the Ryzen 9 5900X. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache on the Celeron 570 vs 64 MB on the Ryzen 9 5900X.
| Feature | Celeron 570 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | — | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | — | 4.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.26 GHz | 3.7 GHz+64% |
| L3 Cache | 1 MB L2 Cache | 64 MB+6300% |
| L2 Cache | — | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-89% |
| Architecture | — | Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) |
| PassMark | 505 | 38,955+7614% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 21,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,174 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 11,888 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 570 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 9 5900X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Celeron 570 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 9 5900X — the Ryzen 9 5900X supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 9 5900X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Celeron 570) vs 24 (Ryzen 9 5900X) — the Ryzen 9 5900X offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GL40,GM45 (Celeron 570) and A320,B350,X370,B450,X470,B550,X570 (Ryzen 9 5900X).
| Feature | Celeron 570 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR4-3200+100% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 128 GB+3100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 24 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 9 5900X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: No (Celeron 570) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 9 5900X). Primary use case: Celeron 570 targets Budget, Ryzen 9 5900X targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Celeron 570 rivals Pentium T2310; Ryzen 9 5900X rivals Core i9-12900K.
| Feature | Celeron 570 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | No | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Budget | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Celeron 570 launched at $134 MSRP, while the Ryzen 9 5900X debuted at $549. At current prices ($15 vs $350), the Celeron 570 is $335 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron 570 delivers 33.7 pts/$ vs 111.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 9 5900X — making the Ryzen 9 5900X the 107.1% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron 570 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $134-76% | $549 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-96% | $350 |
| Performance per Dollar | 33.7 | 111.3+230% |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2020 |
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