Core i5-3320M vs Ryzen 7 5700X

Core i5-3320M

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2012

Ryzen 7 5700X

8 Cores16 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2022

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-3320M

2 / 4

2,660

0.0%

Core Duo T2400

Pentium Dual Core T2390

26,609

+900.3%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

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 i5-3320M is positioned at rank #65 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3320M

#14

Ryzen 5 PRO 230

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

99%

#15

Ryzen 5 220

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

94%

#18

Ryzen 5 8500G

MSRP: $179|Avg: $150

90%

#53

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

221%

#54

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

217%

#55

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

200%

#56

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

199%

#57

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

197%

#59

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

190%

#60

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

182%

#61

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

182%

#62

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

177%

#65

Core i5-3320M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

100%

#66

Core i7-4510U

MSRP: $393|Avg: N/A

99%

#69

Core 2 Quad Q9100

MSRP: $14|Avg: $14

97%

#75

Core i3-4030U

MSRP: $281|Avg: N/A

94%

#79

Atom D2500

MSRP: $42|Avg: N/A

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 5700X

#43

Ryzen 7 3700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $140

105%

#44

Ryzen 5 7600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $178

105%

#45

Ryzen 3 3100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

105%

#46

Core i5-13490F

MSRP: $235|Avg: $170

103%

#47

Ryzen 5 5600F

MSRP: $99|Avg: $129

103%

#48

Ryzen 9 PRO 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

103%

#49

Ryzen 3 4300GE

MSRP: $94|Avg: $72

103%

#50

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $50

102%

#51

Core Ultra 5 225

MSRP: $240|Avg: $200

102%

#52

Core i5-11500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $110

102%

#53

Core i3-12100F

MSRP: $97|Avg: $90

102%

#54

Core Ultra 7 265

MSRP: $384|Avg: $320

102%

#55

Ryzen 7 5800X

MSRP: $449|Avg: $180

101%

#56

Core i5-11400F

MSRP: $157|Avg: $110

101%

#57

Ryzen 7 5700G

MSRP: $359|Avg: $160

100%

#58

Ryzen 7 5700X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $175

100%

#59

Core i5-9500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $65

99%

#60

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX

MSRP: $429|Avg: $450

99%

#61

Core i9-9960X

MSRP: $1684|Avg: $200

98%

#62

Core Ultra 5 225T

MSRP: $240|Avg: $180

98%

#63

Ryzen 3 3300X

MSRP: $120|Avg: $90

98%

#64

Core i5-12600K

MSRP: $289|Avg: $185

98%

#65

Core Ultra 5 235

MSRP: $257|Avg: $269

98%

#66

Ryzen 7 5700

MSRP: $179|Avg: $164

98%

#67

Ryzen 5 PRO 2600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $90

97%

#68

Ryzen 3 4100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

97%

#69

Ryzen 9 9900X

MSRP: $499|Avg: $370

97%

#70

Ryzen 5 7600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $185

96%

#71

Core i5-14490F

MSRP: $209|Avg: $190

96%

#72

Core i5-12600KF

MSRP: $264|Avg: $190

96%

#73

Core i5-13600KF

MSRP: $249|Avg: $258

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 7 5700X (2022) utilizes 7 nm technology and DDR4-3200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-3320M	Ryzen 7 5700X
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($225)	✅ More affordable ($175)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-3320M (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-3320M	Ryzen 7 5700X
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1186%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($225)	✅ More affordable ($175)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i5-3320M Benchmark Check

Ryzen 7 5700X Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-3320M and Ryzen 7 5700X

Core i5-3320M

The Core i5-3320M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,660 points. Launch price was $225.

Ryzen 7 5700X

The Ryzen 7 5700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 26,609 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-3320M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen 7 5700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 5700X has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-3320M versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5700X — a 32.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 5700X (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Core i5-3320M uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen 7 5700X uses Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-3320M scores 2,660 against the Ryzen 7 5700X's 26,609 — a 163.6% lead for the Ryzen 7 5700X. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i5-3320M vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 5700X.

Feature	Core i5-3320M	Ryzen 7 5700X
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	8 / 16+300%
Boost Clock	3.3 GHz	4.6 GHz+39%
Base Clock	2.6 GHz	3.4 GHz+31%
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	32 MB (total)+967%
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	512K (per core)+100%
Process	22 nm	7 nm-68%
Architecture	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)	Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
PassMark	2,660	26,609+900%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	14,000
Geekbench 6 Single	—	2,116
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	9,715

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-3320M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 5700X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Core i5-3320M versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 5700X — the Core i5-3320M supports 199% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 5700X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 32 — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-3320M) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 5700X) — the Ryzen 7 5700X offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM75,HM76,HM77,QM77,QS77 (Core i5-3320M) and A320,B350,X370,B450,X470,B550,X570 (Ryzen 7 5700X).

Feature	Core i5-3320M	Ryzen 7 5700X
Socket	PGA988	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	1600+39900%	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	32	128 GB+419430300%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	16	24+50%

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 7 5700X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: true (Core i5-3320M) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 5700X). The Core i5-3320M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4000), while the Ryzen 7 5700X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 5700X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-3320M rivals AMD A10-4600M; Ryzen 7 5700X rivals Core i7-11700K.