Celeron G1850 vs Ryzen 5 5600
Celeron G1850
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 G1850 is positioned at rank #450 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 G1850
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron G1850 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($115) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (2020−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron G1850 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+195%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ 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 G1850 and Ryzen 5 5600
Celeron G1850
The Celeron G1850 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 53 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,907 points. Launch price was $101.
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 Celeron G1850 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 5 5600 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 5600 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Celeron G1850 versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600 — a 41.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600 (base: 2.9 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Celeron G1850 uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen 5 5600 uses Vermeer (2020−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron G1850 scores 1,907 against the Ryzen 5 5600's 21,550 — a 167.5% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 543 vs 2,052, a 116.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 945 vs 8,600 (160.4% advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600). L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Celeron G1850 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 5600.
| Feature | Celeron G1850 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 6 / 12+200% |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz | 4.4 GHz+52% |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz | 3.5 GHz+21% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 32 MB (total)+967% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 7 nm-68% |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Vermeer (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 1,907 | 21,550+1030% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 11,077 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 543 | 2,052+278% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 945 | 8,600+810% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron G1850 uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), 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 G1850 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 32 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron G1850) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 5600) — the Ryzen 5 5600 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H81,B85,H87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Celeron G1850) and B550,X570,B450,X470,A520 (Ryzen 5 5600).
| Feature | Celeron G1850 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR4-3200+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 128 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 24+50% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 5 5600 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x (Celeron G1850) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600). The Celeron G1850 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics (Haswell)), while the Ryzen 5 5600 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G1850 targets Budget, Ryzen 5 5600 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron G1850 rivals Pentium G3258.
| Feature | Celeron G1850 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics (Haswell) | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Budget | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Celeron G1850 launched at $42 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 5600 debuted at $199. At current prices ($30 vs $115), the Celeron G1850 is $85 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Celeron G1850 delivers 63.6 pts/$ vs 187.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 5600 — making the Ryzen 5 5600 the 98.7% better value option.
| Feature | Celeron G1850 | Ryzen 5 5600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42-79% | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-74% | $115 |
| Performance per Dollar | 63.6 | 187.4+195% |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2022 |
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