Core i5-7600K vs Ryzen Embedded R2514
Core i5-7600K
Ryzen Embedded R2514
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 i5-7600K is positioned at rank #578 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 i5-7600K
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-7600K | Ryzen Embedded R2514 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($84) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-7600K | Ryzen Embedded R2514 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($84) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 i5-7600K and Ryzen Embedded R2514
Core i5-7600K
The Core i5-7600K 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 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 91 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,813 points. Launch price was $242.
Ryzen Embedded R2514
The Ryzen Embedded R2514 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,731 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i5-7600K packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Ryzen Embedded R2514's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Core i5-7600K versus 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R2514 — a 12.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-7600K (base: 3.8 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core i5-7600K uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R2514 uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7600K scores 6,813 against the Ryzen Embedded R2514's 6,731 — a 1.2% lead for the Core i5-7600K. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-7600K vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R2514.
| Feature | Core i5-7600K | Ryzen Embedded R2514 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+14% | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+81% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+50% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 12 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 6,813+1% | 6,731 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 4,143 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,100 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,800 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-7600K uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R2514 uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-7600K | Ryzen Embedded R2514 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FP5 |
| 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 i5-7600K) / not specified (Ryzen Embedded R2514). The Core i5-7600K includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen Embedded R2514 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7600K targets Gaming/Desktop.
| Feature | Core i5-7600K | Ryzen Embedded R2514 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Gaming/Desktop | — |
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