CPU
GPU
Core i5-1240P
Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G
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. 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 i5-1240P
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-1240P | Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($165) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-P (2022) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-1240P | Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+22%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($165) |
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 i5-1240P and Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G
Core i5-1240P
The Core i5-1240P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 February 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-P (2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 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): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 16,224 points. Launch price was $299.
Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G
The Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 11 November 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). 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: 16,280 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Core i5-1240P packs 12 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i5-1240P has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-1240P versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G — a 4.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-1240P (base: 1.7 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Core i5-1240P uses the Alder Lake-P (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-1240P scores 16,224 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G's 16,280 — a 0.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-1240P vs 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G.
| Feature | Core i5-1240P | Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 16+100% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz+5% | 4.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 3.7 GHz+118% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+50% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Alder Lake-P (2022) | Renoir (2020−2023) |
| PassMark | 16,224 | 16,280 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 11,268 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,102 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 7,577 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-1240P uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-1240P | Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1744 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-1240P) / not specified (Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G). The Core i5-1240P includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe Graphics), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-1240P targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-1240P rivals Ryzen 5 6600U.
| Feature | Core i5-1240P | Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Iris Xe Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-1240P launched at $309 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G debuted at $165. At current prices ($200 vs $165), the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G is $35 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-1240P delivers 81.1 pts/$ vs 98.7 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G the 19.5% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-1240P | Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $309 | $165-47% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $165-18% |
| Performance per Dollar | 81.1 | 98.7+22% |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2022 |
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