Core i5-10400F vs Ryzen Embedded R1505G

CPU

GPU

Core i5-10400F

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.3 GHz2020

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Ryzen Embedded R1505G

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2019

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Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-10400F

6 / 12

13,029

+243.0%

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

2 / 4

3,799

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core i5-10400F

2020

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +198.2% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+200% larger total L3 cache (12 MB vs 4 MB).
✅Delivers 71.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 81.4 vs 47.5 PassMark/$ ($160 MSRP vs $80 MSRP).
✅100% more PCIe lanes (16 vs 8) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Ryzen Embedded R1505G.

Trade-offs

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100% HIGHER MSRP
$160 MSRPvs$80 MSRP
❌333.3% higher power demand at 65W vs 15W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Ryzen Embedded R1505G can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

2019

Why buy it

✅Costs $80 less on MSRP ($80 MSRP vs $160 MSRP).
✅Draws 15W instead of 65W, a 50W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Radeon Vega 3, while Core i5-10400F needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core i5-10400F across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (3,799 vs 13,029).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (4 MB vs 12 MB).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 47.5 vs 81.4 PassMark/$ ($80 MSRP vs $160 MSRP).
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Core i5-10400F.

Core i5-10400F

2020

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

2019

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +198.2% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+200% larger total L3 cache (12 MB vs 4 MB).
✅Delivers 71.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 81.4 vs 47.5 PassMark/$ ($160 MSRP vs $80 MSRP).
✅100% more PCIe lanes (16 vs 8) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Ryzen Embedded R1505G.

Why buy it

✅Costs $80 less on MSRP ($80 MSRP vs $160 MSRP).
✅Draws 15W instead of 65W, a 50W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Radeon Vega 3, while Core i5-10400F needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

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100% HIGHER MSRP
$160 MSRPvs$80 MSRP
❌333.3% higher power demand at 65W vs 15W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Ryzen Embedded R1505G can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core i5-10400F across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (3,799 vs 13,029).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (4 MB vs 12 MB).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 47.5 vs 81.4 PassMark/$ ($80 MSRP vs $160 MSRP).
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Core i5-10400F.

Quick Answers

So, is Core i5-10400F better than Ryzen Embedded R1505G?

Yes. Core i5-10400F is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 198.2% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data, 243% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i5-10400F is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 198.2% more average FPS across 4 shared CPU game tests.

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

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i5-10400F is the better fit. You are getting 243% better PassMark, backed by 6 cores and 12 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 200% larger total L3 cache (12 MB vs 4 MB).

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

Core i5-10400F is the smarter buy today. Core i5-10400F is 100.0% more expensive on MSRP at $160 MSRP versus $80 MSRP, and it gives you a 198.2% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 71.5% better value on MSRP (81.4 vs 47.5 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.

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

Core i5-10400F is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2020 vs 2019), 200% larger total L3 cache (12 MB vs 4 MB), and more multi-core headroom with 6 cores / 12 threads instead of 2/4. That extra compute headroom should age better as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i5-10400F Benchmark Check

Ryzen Embedded R1505G Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i5-10400F	Ryzen Embedded R1505G
1080p
low	192 FPS	95 FPS
medium	152 FPS	95 FPS
high	123 FPS	95 FPS
ultra	100 FPS	83 FPS
1440p
low	153 FPS	95 FPS
medium	119 FPS	95 FPS
high	97 FPS	85 FPS
ultra	79 FPS	67 FPS
4K
low	82 FPS	62 FPS
medium	70 FPS	55 FPS
high	55 FPS	42 FPS
ultra	43 FPS	33 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i5-10400F	Ryzen Embedded R1505G
1080p
low	326 FPS	95 FPS
medium	318 FPS	93 FPS
high	290 FPS	87 FPS
ultra	253 FPS	64 FPS
1440p
low	326 FPS	87 FPS
medium	292 FPS	75 FPS
high	267 FPS	70 FPS
ultra	234 FPS	55 FPS
4K
low	309 FPS	61 FPS
medium	258 FPS	54 FPS
high	235 FPS	37 FPS
ultra	199 FPS	24 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i5-10400F	Ryzen Embedded R1505G
1080p
low	326 FPS	95 FPS
medium	326 FPS	95 FPS
high	326 FPS	95 FPS
ultra	326 FPS	95 FPS
1440p
low	326 FPS	95 FPS
medium	326 FPS	95 FPS
high	326 FPS	95 FPS
ultra	326 FPS	95 FPS
4K
low	326 FPS	95 FPS
medium	326 FPS	95 FPS
high	289 FPS	95 FPS
ultra	229 FPS	95 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i5-10400F	Ryzen Embedded R1505G
1080p
low	326 FPS	95 FPS
medium	326 FPS	95 FPS
high	326 FPS	95 FPS
ultra	326 FPS	95 FPS
1440p
low	326 FPS	95 FPS
medium	326 FPS	95 FPS
high	326 FPS	95 FPS
ultra	326 FPS	95 FPS
4K
low	326 FPS	95 FPS
medium	326 FPS	95 FPS
high	326 FPS	95 FPS
ultra	326 FPS	95 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-10400F and Ryzen Embedded R1505G

Core i5-10400F

The Core i5-10400F 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. Passmark benchmark score: 13,029 points. Launch price was $155.

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

The Ryzen Embedded R1505G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,799 points. Launch price was $80.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-10400F packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-10400F has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Core i5-10400F versus 3.3 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — a 26.3% clock advantage for the Core i5-10400F (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i5-10400F uses the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-10400F scores 13,029 against the Ryzen Embedded R1505G's 3,799 — a 109.7% lead for the Core i5-10400F. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-10400F vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G.

Feature	Core i5-10400F	Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Cores / Threads	6 / 12+200%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	4.3 GHz+30%	3.3 GHz
Base Clock	2.9 GHz+21%	2.4 GHz
L3 Cache	12 MB (total)+200%	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	512 kB (per core)+100%
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Comet Lake (2020−2025)	Zen (2017−2020)
PassMark	13,029+243%	3,799
Cinebench R23 Multi	8,191	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,454	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	5,783	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-10400F uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. The Core i5-10400F 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 (Core i5-10400F) vs 8 (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) — the Core i5-10400F offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Core i5-10400F	Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Socket	LGA1200	FP5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2666	DDR4-2400
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB+300%	32 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	No	Yes
PCIe Lanes	16+100%	8

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-10400F) vs AMD-V (Ryzen Embedded R1505G). The Ryzen Embedded R1505G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 3), while the Core i5-10400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-10400F targets Gaming, Ryzen Embedded R1505G targets Embedded. Direct competitor: Core i5-10400F rivals Ryzen 5 3600.

Feature	Core i5-10400F	Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	Radeon Vega 3
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	AMD-V
Target Use	Gaming	Embedded

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-10400F launched at $160 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G debuted at $80. On MSRP ($160 vs $80), the Ryzen Embedded R1505G is $80 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-10400F delivers 81.4 pts/$ vs 47.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — making the Core i5-10400F the 52.7% better value option.