Core i5-9400H vs Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
Core i5-9400H
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 i5-9400H is positioned at rank #421 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 i5-9400H
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-9400H | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($182) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-H (2018−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-9400H | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+264%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($182) | ✅ More affordable ($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 i5-9400H and Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
Core i5-9400H
The Core i5-9400H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-H (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,794 points. Launch price was $149.
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 i5-9400H and Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Core i5-9400H versus 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE — a 12.3% clock advantage for the Core i5-9400H (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i5-9400H uses the Coffee Lake-H (2018−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-9400H scores 7,794 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE's 7,787 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i5-9400H. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Core i5-9400H vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE.
| Feature | Core i5-9400H | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz+13% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 3.2 GHz+28% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake-H (2018−2019) | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 7,794 | 7,787 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,341 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-9400H uses the BGA1440 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-9400H | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1440 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-9400H) / not specified (Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE). The Core i5-9400H includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-9400H targets High Performance Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-9400H rivals Ryzen 5 4600H.
| Feature | Core i5-9400H | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | High Performance Laptop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-9400H launched at $182 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE debuted at $169.
| Feature | Core i5-9400H | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $182 | $169-7% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $50 |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2018 |
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