Core i5-10600 vs Ryzen 3 8300GE
Core i5-10600
Ryzen 3 8300GE
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10600
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 8300GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-10600 | Ryzen 3 8300GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($159) | ✅ More affordable ($129) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Phoenix2 (2024) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-10600 | Ryzen 3 8300GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+23%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($159) | ✅ More affordable ($129) |
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 i5-10600 and Ryzen 3 8300GE
Core i5-10600
The Core i5-10600 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 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 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: 13,573 points. Launch price was $149.
Ryzen 3 8300GE
The Ryzen 3 8300GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Phoenix2 (2024) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 13,568 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i5-10600 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 3 8300GE offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i5-10600 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Core i5-10600 versus 4.9 GHz on the Ryzen 3 8300GE — a 2.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 8300GE (base: 3.3 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i5-10600 uses the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 3 8300GE uses Phoenix2 (2024) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-10600 scores 13,573 against the Ryzen 3 8300GE's 13,568 — a 0% lead for the Core i5-10600. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-10600 vs 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 8300GE.
| Feature | Core i5-10600 | Ryzen 3 8300GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz | 4.9 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.5 GHz+6% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+50% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 14 nm | 4 nm-71% |
| Architecture | Comet Lake (2020−2025) | Phoenix2 (2024) |
| PassMark | 13,573 | 13,568 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-10600 uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 8300GE uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-10600 | Ryzen 3 8300GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-10600 launched at $244 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 8300GE debuted at $129. At current prices ($159 vs $129), the Ryzen 3 8300GE is $30 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-10600 delivers 85.4 pts/$ vs 105.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 8300GE — making the Ryzen 3 8300GE the 20.8% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-10600 | Ryzen 3 8300GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $244 | $129-47% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $159 | $129-19% |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.4 | 105.2+23% |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2024 |
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