Core i5-8259U vs Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
Core i5-8259U
Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
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 i5-8259U is positioned at rank #209 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 i5-8259U
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-8259U | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-U (2018−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-8259U | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
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 i5-8259U and Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
Core i5-8259U
The Core i5-8259U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 5 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,843 points. Launch price was $320.
Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 May 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 7,787 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Core i5-8259U and Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i5-8259U versus 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.3 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i5-8259U uses the Coffee Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-8259U scores 7,843 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE's 7,787 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i5-8259U. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-8259U vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE.
| Feature | Core i5-8259U | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz | 3.2 GHz+39% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+50% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake-U (2018−2019) | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 7,843 | 7,787 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-8259U uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-8259U | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1528 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
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