Celeron J4005 vs Ryzen 7 5700X
Celeron J4005
Ryzen 7 5700X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 J4005 is positioned at rank #417 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 J4005
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 5700X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron J4005 | Ryzen 7 5700X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($175) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Goldmont Plus (2017) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron J4005 | Ryzen 7 5700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($175) |
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 J4005 and Ryzen 7 5700X
Celeron J4005
The Celeron J4005 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 December 2017 (7 years ago). It is based on the Goldmont Plus (2017) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB (total). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1090. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,543 points. Launch price was $107.
Ryzen 7 5700X
The Ryzen 7 5700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 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: 26,609 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Celeron J4005 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 7 5700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 5700X has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Celeron J4005 versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5700X — a 52.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 5700X (base: 2 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Celeron J4005 uses the Goldmont Plus (2017) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 7 5700X uses Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron J4005 scores 1,543 against the Ryzen 7 5700X's 26,609 — a 178.1% lead for the Ryzen 7 5700X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 450 vs 2,116, a 129.9% lead for the Ryzen 7 5700X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 800 vs 9,715 (169.6% advantage for the Ryzen 7 5700X). L3 cache: 4 MB on the Celeron J4005 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 5700X.
| Feature | Celeron J4005 | Ryzen 7 5700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 8 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz | 4.6 GHz+70% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 3.4 GHz+70% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 32 MB (total)+700% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB (total)+700% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Goldmont Plus (2017) | Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) |
| PassMark | 1,543 | 26,609+1624% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 14,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 450 | 2,116+370% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 800 | 9,715+1114% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron J4005 uses the FCBGA1090 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 5700X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2400 memory speed. The Ryzen 7 5700X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 6 (Celeron J4005) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 5700X) — the Ryzen 7 5700X offers 18 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Celeron J4005) and A320,B350,X370,B450,X470,B550,X570 (Ryzen 7 5700X).
| Feature | Celeron J4005 | Ryzen 7 5700X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1090 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 128 GB+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 6 | 24+300% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 5700X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Celeron J4005) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 5700X). The Celeron J4005 includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 600), while the Ryzen 7 5700X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron J4005 targets Entry Level Desktop, Ryzen 7 5700X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Celeron J4005 rivals Ryzen Embedded R1102G; Ryzen 7 5700X rivals Core i7-11700K.
| Feature | Celeron J4005 | Ryzen 7 5700X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 600 | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Entry Level Desktop | Gaming |
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