Core i5-14490F vs Ryzen 5 3600
Core i5-14490F
Ryzen 5 3600
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-14490F
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 3600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-14490F | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($190) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-14490F | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+52%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($190) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
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 i5-14490F and Ryzen 5 3600
Core i5-14490F
The Core i5-14490F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 10 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 27,621 points. Launch price was $299.
Ryzen 5 3600
The Ryzen 5 3600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 17,685 points. Launch price was $199.
Processing Power
The Core i5-14490F packs 10 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 5 3600 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i5-14490F has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Core i5-14490F versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 3600 — a 17.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-14490F (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i5-14490F uses the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture (10 nm), while the Ryzen 5 3600 uses Matisse (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-14490F scores 27,621 against the Ryzen 5 3600's 17,685 — a 43.9% lead for the Core i5-14490F. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 2,510 vs 9,500 (116.4% advantage for the Ryzen 5 3600). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,600 vs 1,295, a 67% lead for the Core i5-14490F that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 12,000 vs 1,898 (145.4% advantage for the Core i5-14490F). L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core i5-14490F vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Core i5-14490F | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 16+67% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 5 GHz+19% | 4.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 3.6 GHz+44% |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total) | 32 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-30% |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) | Matisse (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 27,621+56% | 17,685 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 2,510 | 9,500+278% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,600+101% | 1,295 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 12,000+532% | 1,898 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-14490F uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 5 3600 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-14490F versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 3600 — the Core i5-14490F supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-14490F supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i5-14490F) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 3600) — the Ryzen 5 3600 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H610,B660,Z690,B760,Z790 (Core i5-14490F) and AMD B550,AMD X570,AMD B450,AMD X470 (Ryzen 5 3600).
| Feature | Core i5-14490F | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200+25% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB+50% | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 24+20% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 5 3600 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-14490F) vs Yes (Ryzen 5 3600). Primary use case: Core i5-14490F targets Mid-Range, Ryzen 5 3600 targets Gaming/Budget Workstation. Direct competitor: Core i5-14490F rivals Ryzen 5 7600; Ryzen 5 3600 rivals Core i5-10400.
| Feature | Core i5-14490F | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | Yes |
| Target Use | Mid-Range | Gaming/Budget Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-14490F launched at $209 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 3600 debuted at $199. At current prices ($190 vs $80), the Ryzen 5 3600 is $110 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-14490F delivers 145.4 pts/$ vs 221.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 3600 — making the Ryzen 5 3600 the 41.3% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-14490F | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $209 | $199-5% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $190 | $80-58% |
| Performance per Dollar | 145.4 | 221.1+52% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2019 |
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