Core i3-1305U vs Ryzen 5 2400G

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GPU

Core i3-1305U

5 Cores6 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.5 GHz2023

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Ryzen 5 2400G

4 Cores8 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2018

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Core i3-1305U vs Ryzen 5 2400G Performance Spectrum

Core i3-1305U

5 / 6

8,634

0.0%

8,734

+1.2%

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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.

Core i3-1305U vs Ryzen 5 2400G FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

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Core i3-1305U vs Ryzen 5 2400G: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

Core i3-1305U

2023

Why buy it

✅+150% larger total L3 cache (10 MB vs 4 MB).
✅Draws 15W instead of 65W, a 50W reduction.
✅Newer platform on FCBGA1744 with DDR5 support instead of AM4 and DDR4.
✅66.7% more PCIe lanes (20 vs 12) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen 5 2400G across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Cinebench R23 multi-core (4,388 vs 4,800).
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 5 2400G.

Ryzen 5 2400G

2018

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +4.9% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Wraith Stealth), unlike Core i3-1305U.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (4 MB vs 10 MB).
❌Launch MSRP is still $169 MSRP, while Core i3-1305U mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌333.3% higher power demand at 65W vs 15W.
❌Older platform position on AM4 with DDR4, while Core i3-1305U moves to FCBGA1744 and DDR5.

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen 5 2400G better than Core i3-1305U?

Yes. Ryzen 5 2400G is the better all-around CPU here. It gives you a 4.9% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data, 9.4% better Cinebench R23 multi-core, and 1.2% higher PassMark, which is enough to make it the stronger overall pick.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Ryzen 5 2400G is the better pick. According to our tests, it delivers 4.9% more average FPS across 50 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Ryzen 5 2400G is the stronger fit. You are getting 9.4% better Cinebench R23 multi-core, backed by 4 cores and 8 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Ryzen 5 2400G is the better buy right now. Ryzen 5 2400G comes in at an unclear MSRP at $169 MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it still gives you a 4.9% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (51.7 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Core i3-1305U makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2023 vs 2018), a healthier platform with FCBGA1744 and DDR5 instead of AM4, and 150% larger total L3 cache (10 MB vs 4 MB). That gives you a healthier platform runway for motherboard, RAM, and later CPU upgrades.

Core i3-1305U vs Ryzen 5 2400G Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

Core i3-1305U

The Core i3-1305U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture. It features 5 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 8,634 points. Launch price was $309.

Ryzen 5 2400G

The Ryzen 5 2400G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 12 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 8,734 points. Launch price was $169.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-1305U packs 5 cores / 6 threads, while the Ryzen 5 2400G offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i3-1305U has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Core i3-1305U versus 3.9 GHz on the Ryzen 5 2400G — a 14.3% clock advantage for the Core i3-1305U (base: 1.6 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i3-1305U uses the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 5 2400G uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-1305U scores 8,634 against the Ryzen 5 2400G's 8,734 — a 1.2% lead for the Ryzen 5 2400G. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 4,388 vs 4,800 (9% advantage for the Ryzen 5 2400G). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,960 vs 1,040, a 61.3% lead for the Core i3-1305U that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,900 vs 3,250 (52.4% advantage for the Ryzen 5 2400G). L3 cache: 10 MB (total) on the Core i3-1305U vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 2400G.

Feature	Core i3-1305U	Ryzen 5 2400G
Cores / Threads	5 / 6+25%	4 / 8
Boost Clock	4.5 GHz+15%	3.9 GHz
Base Clock	1.6 GHz	3.6 GHz+125%
L3 Cache	10 MB (total)+150%	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)+150%	512 kB (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm-50%	14 nm
Architecture	Raptor Lake-U (2023)	Raven Ridge (2017−2019)
PassMark	8,634	8,734+1%
Cinebench R23 Multi	4,388	4,800+9%
Geekbench 6 Single	1,960+88%	1,040
Geekbench 6 Multi	1,900	3,250+71%

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-1305U uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 5 2400G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Core i3-1305U versus DDR4-2933 on the Ryzen 5 2400G — the Core i3-1305U supports 77.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-1305U supports up to 96 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 50% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i3-1305U) vs 12 (Ryzen 5 2400G) — the Core i3-1305U offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Raptor Lake-U (Core i3-1305U) and A320,B350,X370,B450,X470 (Ryzen 5 2400G).

Feature	Core i3-1305U	Ryzen 5 2400G
Socket	FCBGA1744	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+67%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5200+77%	DDR4-2933
Max RAM Capacity	96 GB+50%	64 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	No	Yes
PCIe Lanes	20+67%	12

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 5 2400G has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-1305U) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 5 2400G). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics (Core i3-1305U) and Radeon RX Vega 11 (Ryzen 5 2400G) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-1305U targets Budget Laptop, Ryzen 5 2400G targets Entry Gaming Desktop.

Feature	Core i3-1305U	Ryzen 5 2400G
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	Intel UHD Graphics	Radeon RX Vega 11
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	AMD-V
Target Use	Budget Laptop	Entry Gaming Desktop