Core i5-11600K vs Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G
Core i5-11600K
Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G
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 i5-11600K
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-11600K | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($170) | ✅ More affordable ($146) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Rocket Lake (2021) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-11600K | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+18%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($170) | ✅ More affordable ($146) |
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 i5-11600K and Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G
Core i5-11600K
The Core i5-11600K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Rocket Lake (2021) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 19,520 points. Launch price was $299.
Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 May 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 19,739 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
Both the Core i5-11600K and Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G share an identical 6-core/12-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Core i5-11600K versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G — a 10.8% clock advantage for the Core i5-11600K (base: 3.9 GHz vs 3.9 GHz). The Core i5-11600K uses the Rocket Lake (2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G uses Cezanne (2021−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-11600K scores 19,520 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G's 19,739 — a 1.1% lead for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-11600K vs 16 MB on the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G.
| Feature | Core i5-11600K | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz+11% | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.9 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total) | 16 MB+33% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Rocket Lake (2021) | Cezanne (2021−2025) |
| PassMark | 19,520 | 19,739+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-11600K uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-11600K | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-11600K) / not specified (Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G). The Core i5-11600K includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 750), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-11600K targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i5-11600K | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 750 | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | Yes | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-11600K launched at $262 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G debuted at $146. At current prices ($170 vs $146), the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G is $24 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-11600K delivers 114.8 pts/$ vs 135.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G the 16.3% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-11600K | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $262 | $146-44% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $170 | $146-14% |
| Performance per Dollar | 114.8 | 135.2+18% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2024 |
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