CPU
GPU
Core i5-10400
Ryzen Z2 Go
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10400
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Z2 Go
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-10400 | Ryzen Z2 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($175) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Rembrandt R (2025) / 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-10400 | Ryzen Z2 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($175) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Core i5-10400 and Ryzen Z2 Go
Core i5-10400
The Core i5-10400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 11,988 points. Launch price was $149.
Ryzen Z2 Go
The Ryzen Z2 Go is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Rembrandt R (2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 6 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB + 8 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 12,188 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i5-10400 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen Z2 Go offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i5-10400 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Core i5-10400 versus 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen Z2 Go — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.9 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core i5-10400 uses the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Z2 Go uses Rembrandt R (2025) (6 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-10400 scores 11,988 against the Ryzen Z2 Go's 12,188 — a 1.7% lead for the Ryzen Z2 Go. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 8,313 vs 5,802 (35.6% advantage for the Core i5-10400). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,600 vs 1,842, a 14.1% lead for the Ryzen Z2 Go that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-10400 vs 8 MB on the Ryzen Z2 Go.
| Feature | Core i5-10400 | Ryzen Z2 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz | 4.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz | 3 GHz+3% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+50% | 8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 2 MB+700% |
| Process | 14 nm | 6 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Comet Lake (2020−2025) | Rembrandt R (2025) |
| PassMark | 11,988 | 12,188+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 8,313+43% | 5,802 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,600 | 1,842+15% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 6,073 |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2666 on the Core i5-10400 versus LPDDR5-6400 on the Ryzen Z2 Go — the Ryzen Z2 Go supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-10400 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: 400-series (Core i5-10400) and Rembrandt-R (Ryzen Z2 Go).
| Feature | Core i5-10400 | Ryzen Z2 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | — |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | LPDDR5-6400+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+100% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-10400) vs SVM (Ryzen Z2 Go). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 630 (Core i5-10400) and Radeon 680M (Ryzen Z2 Go) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-10400 targets Gaming, Ryzen Z2 Go targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-10400 rivals Ryzen 5 3600; Ryzen Z2 Go rivals Core Ultra 5 135U.
| Feature | Core i5-10400 | Ryzen Z2 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 630 | Radeon 680M |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | SVM |
| Target Use | Gaming | Budget |
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