Core i5-7600 vs Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
Core i5-7600
Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
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 i5-7600 is positioned at rank #606 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 i5-7600
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-7600 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($114) | ✅ More affordable ($76) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-7600 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+52%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($114) | ✅ More affordable ($76) |
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 i5-7600 and Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
Core i5-7600
The Core i5-7600 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,568 points. Launch price was $224.
Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 May 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 6,661 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Core i5-7600 and Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Core i5-7600 versus 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G — a 15.8% clock advantage for the Core i5-7600. The Core i5-7600 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7600 scores 6,568 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G's 6,661 — a 1.4% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-7600 vs 4 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G.
| Feature | Core i5-7600 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz+17% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+50% | 4 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 2 MB+700% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 6,568 | 6,661+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,307 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-7600 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-7600 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-7600) / not specified (Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G). The Core i5-7600 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7600 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-7600 rivals Ryzen 5 1500X.
| Feature | Core i5-7600 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-7600 launched at $224 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G debuted at $294. At current prices ($114 vs $76), the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G is $38 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-7600 delivers 57.6 pts/$ vs 87.6 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G the 41.3% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-7600 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $224-24% | $294 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $114 | $76-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 57.6 | 87.6+52% |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2018 |
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