CPU
GPU
Celeron 900
Ryzen 5 5600
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 900 is positioned at rank #1193 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 900
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 900 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($115) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (2020−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 900 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+93%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($115) |
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 900 and Ryzen 5 5600
Celeron 900
The Celeron 900 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 485 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.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 5600 is built on the Vermeer (2020−2025) architecture. In PassMark, the Celeron 900 scores 485 against the Ryzen 5 5600's 21,550 — a 191.2% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 220 vs 2,052, a 161.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 229 vs 8,600 (189.6% advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600). L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache on the Celeron 900 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 5600.
| Feature | Celeron 900 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | — | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | — | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3.5 GHz+59% |
| L3 Cache | 1 MB L2 Cache | 32 MB (total)+3100% |
| L2 Cache | — | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 7 nm-84% |
| Architecture | — | Vermeer (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 485 | 21,550+4343% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 11,077 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 220 | 2,052+833% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 229 | 8,600+3655% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 900 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 5 5600 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Celeron 900 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600 — the Ryzen 5 5600 supports 28.6% 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 900) vs 2 (Ryzen 5 5600). PCIe lanes: 0 (Celeron 900) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 5600) — the Ryzen 5 5600 offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: GL40,GM45 (Celeron 900) and B550,X570,B450,X470,A520 (Ryzen 5 5600).
| Feature | Celeron 900 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR4-3200+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 128 GB+3100% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 24 |
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 900) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600). Primary use case: Celeron 900 targets Budget, Ryzen 5 5600 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron 900 rivals Pentium 4 2.80.
| Feature | Celeron 900 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | No | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Budget | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Celeron 900 launched at $86 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 5600 debuted at $199. At current prices ($5 vs $115), the Celeron 900 is $110 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron 900 delivers 97.0 pts/$ vs 187.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 5600 — making the Ryzen 5 5600 the 63.6% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron 900 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $86-57% | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5-96% | $115 |
| Performance per Dollar | 97.0 | 187.4+93% |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2022 |
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