CPU
GPU
Core i7-5820K
Ryzen 3 4300G
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 i7-5820K is positioned at rank #686 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 i7-5820K
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 4300G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-5820K | Ryzen 3 4300G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($103) | ✅ More affordable ($100) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell-E (2014) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-5820K | Ryzen 3 4300G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($103) | ✅ More affordable ($100) |
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 i7-5820K and Ryzen 3 4300G
Core i7-5820K
The Core i7-5820K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell-E (2014) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 9,826 points. Launch price was $410.
Ryzen 3 4300G
The Ryzen 3 4300G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 9,938 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i7-5820K packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 3 4300G offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-5820K has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Core i7-5820K versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 4300G — a 10.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 4300G (base: 3.3 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Core i7-5820K uses the Haswell-E (2014) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen 3 4300G uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-5820K scores 9,826 against the Ryzen 3 4300G's 9,938 — a 1.1% lead for the Ryzen 3 4300G. L3 cache: 15 MB (total) on the Core i7-5820K vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 4300G.
| Feature | Core i7-5820K | Ryzen 3 4300G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 4 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.8 GHz+15% |
| L3 Cache | 15 MB (total)+275% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 7 nm-68% |
| Architecture | Haswell-E (2014) | Renoir (2020−2023) |
| PassMark | 9,826 | 9,938+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 5,700 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,134 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 5,383 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-5820K uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 4300G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-5820K | Ryzen 3 4300G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 4 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: Yes (Core i7-5820K) / not specified (Ryzen 3 4300G). Primary use case: Core i7-5820K targets Enthusiast Workstation. Direct competitor: Core i7-5820K rivals Ryzen 5 1600.
| Feature | Core i7-5820K | Ryzen 3 4300G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | Yes | — |
| Target Use | Enthusiast Workstation | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-5820K launched at $389 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 4300G debuted at $149. At current prices ($103 vs $100), the Ryzen 3 4300G is $3 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-5820K delivers 95.4 pts/$ vs 99.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 4300G — making the Ryzen 3 4300G the 4.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-5820K | Ryzen 3 4300G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $389 | $149-62% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $103 | $100-3% |
| Performance per Dollar | 95.4 | 99.4+4% |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2020 |
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