CPU
GPU
Core i7-4790
Ryzen 5 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 i7-4790 is positioned at rank #762 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 i7-4790
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 2400GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-4790 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-4790 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+34%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
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 i7-4790 and Ryzen 5 2400GE
Core i7-4790
The Core i7-4790 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 84 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,263 points. Launch price was $303.
Ryzen 5 2400GE
The Ryzen 5 2400GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 April 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: 7,237 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-4790 and Ryzen 5 2400GE share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Core i7-4790 versus 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen 5 2400GE — a 5.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-4790 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i7-4790 uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen 5 2400GE uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4790 scores 7,263 against the Ryzen 5 2400GE's 7,237 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i7-4790. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-4790 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 2400GE.
| Feature | Core i7-4790 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+5% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+12% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 7,263 | 7,237 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 826 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,847 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-4790 uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 2400GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-4790 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core i7-4790) / Yes (Ryzen 5 2400GE). The Ryzen 5 2400GE includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 11), while the Core i7-4790 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Core i7-4790 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Vega 11 |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | Yes |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-4790 launched at $339 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 2400GE debuted at $169. At current prices ($60 vs $80), the Core i7-4790 is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-4790 delivers 121.0 pts/$ vs 90.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 2400GE — making the Core i7-4790 the 28.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-4790 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $339 | $169-50% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60-25% | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | 121.0+34% | 90.5 |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2018 |
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