Core i5-8500B vs Ryzen 5 2400G
Core i5-8500B
Ryzen 5 2400G
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-8500B
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 2400G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-8500B | Ryzen 5 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($192) | ✅ More affordable ($84) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-8500B | Ryzen 5 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+124%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($192) | ✅ More affordable ($84) |
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 i5-8500B and Ryzen 5 2400G
Core i5-8500B
The Core i5-8500B is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 9 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 8,900 points. Launch price was $192.
Ryzen 5 2400G
The Ryzen 5 2400G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 12 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 8,734 points. Launch price was $169.
Processing Power
The Core i5-8500B packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Ryzen 5 2400G offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i5-8500B has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Core i5-8500B versus 3.9 GHz on the Ryzen 5 2400G — a 5% clock advantage for the Core i5-8500B (base: 3 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i5-8500B uses the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 2400G uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-8500B scores 8,900 against the Ryzen 5 2400G's 8,734 — a 1.9% lead for the Core i5-8500B. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,364 vs 1,040, a 27% lead for the Core i5-8500B that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 9 MB (total) on the Core i5-8500B vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 2400G.
| Feature | Core i5-8500B | Ryzen 5 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz+5% | 3.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3.6 GHz+20% |
| L3 Cache | 9 MB (total)+125% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 8,900+2% | 8,734 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 4,800 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,364+31% | 1,040 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 3,250 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-8500B uses the BGA1440 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 2400G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. Both support up to 64 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-8500B) vs 12 (Ryzen 5 2400G) — the Core i5-8500B offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H310,B360,H370,Z370,Q370 (Core i5-8500B) and A320,B350,X370,B450,X470 (Ryzen 5 2400G).
| Feature | Core i5-8500B | Ryzen 5 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1440 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+33% | 12 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 5 2400G has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-8500B) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 5 2400G). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 630 (Core i5-8500B) and Radeon RX Vega 11 (Ryzen 5 2400G) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-8500B targets Mini PC/Embedded, Ryzen 5 2400G targets Entry Gaming Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-8500B rivals Ryzen 5 2600.
| Feature | Core i5-8500B | Ryzen 5 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 630 | Radeon RX Vega 11 |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Mini PC/Embedded | Entry Gaming Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-8500B launched at $192 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 2400G debuted at $169. At current prices ($192 vs $84), the Ryzen 5 2400G is $108 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-8500B delivers 46.4 pts/$ vs 104.0 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 2400G — making the Ryzen 5 2400G the 76.7% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-8500B | Ryzen 5 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $192 | $169-12% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $192 | $84-56% |
| Performance per Dollar | 46.4 | 104.0+124% |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2018 |
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