Core i5-8365U vs Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE
Core i5-8365U
Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE
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 i5-8365U is positioned at rank #880 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 i5-8365U
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-8365U | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($99) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-8365U | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($99) |
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 i5-8365U and Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE
Core i5-8365U
The Core i5-8365U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,939 points. Launch price was $297.
Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE
The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE 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 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 5,955 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i5-8365U packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Core i5-8365U versus 3.6 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE — a 13% clock advantage for the Core i5-8365U (base: 1.6 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i5-8365U uses the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-8365U scores 5,939 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE's 5,955 — a 0.3% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-8365U vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE.
| Feature | Core i5-8365U | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz+14% | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 3.2 GHz+100% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+50% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 5,939 | 5,955 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-8365U uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-8365U | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1528 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
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