Core i5-1235U vs Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
Core i5-1235U
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Core i5-1235U is positioned at rank #171 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-1235U
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-1235U | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-U (2022) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-1235U | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
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 i5-1235U and Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
Core i5-1235U
The Core i5-1235U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 February 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-U (2022) architecture. It features 10 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 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: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 12,740 points. Launch price was $149.
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 12,761 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i5-1235U packs 10 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i5-1235U has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-1235U versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE — a 4.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-1235U (base: 1.3 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i5-1235U uses the Alder Lake-U (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE uses Cezanne (2021−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-1235U scores 12,740 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE's 12,761 — a 0.2% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-1235U vs 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE.
| Feature | Core i5-1235U | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 12+150% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz+5% | 4.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.3 GHz | 3.6 GHz+177% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+50% | 8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Alder Lake-U (2022) | Cezanne (2021−2025) |
| PassMark | 12,740 | 12,761 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,095 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-1235U uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-1235U | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1744 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR5-5200 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-1235U) / not specified (Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE). The Core i5-1235U includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe Graphics 80EU), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-1235U targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-1235U rivals Ryzen 5 6600U.
| Feature | Core i5-1235U | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Iris Xe Graphics 80EU | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Mainstream Laptop | — |
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