Core i7-5775C vs Ryzen 5 1400
Core i7-5775C
Ryzen 5 1400
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i7-5775C is positioned at rank 773 and the Ryzen 5 1400 is on rank 449, so the Ryzen 5 1400 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-5775C
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 1400
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-5775C | Ryzen 5 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ More affordable ($91) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-5775C | Ryzen 5 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+66%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ More affordable ($91) |
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 i7-5775C and Ryzen 5 1400
Core i7-5775C
The Core i7-5775C is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 May 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,688 points. Launch price was $366.
Ryzen 5 1400
The Ryzen 5 1400 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 11 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,731 points. Launch price was $169.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-5775C and Ryzen 5 1400 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Core i7-5775C versus 3.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 1400 — a 8.5% clock advantage for the Core i7-5775C (base: 3.3 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i7-5775C uses the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 1400 uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-5775C scores 7,688 against the Ryzen 5 1400's 7,731 — a 0.6% lead for the Ryzen 5 1400. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-5775C vs 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 1400.
| Feature | Core i7-5775C | Ryzen 5 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz+9% | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+3% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 8 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Broadwell (2015−2019) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 7,688 | 7,731 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-5775C uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 1400 uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-5775C | Ryzen 5 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 24 |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-5775C launched at $366 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 1400 debuted at $169. At current prices ($150 vs $91), the Ryzen 5 1400 is $59 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-5775C delivers 51.3 pts/$ vs 85.0 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 1400 — making the Ryzen 5 1400 the 49.5% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-5775C | Ryzen 5 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $366 | $169-54% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $91-39% |
| Performance per Dollar | 51.3 | 85.0+66% |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2017 |
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