Core i7-5850HQ vs Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE
Core i7-5850HQ
Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE
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 i7-5850HQ is positioned at rank #795 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 i7-5850HQ
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-5850HQ | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($70) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-H (2015) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-5850HQ | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($70) |
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 i7-5850HQ and Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE
Core i7-5850HQ
The Core i7-5850HQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-H (2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 47 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,866 points. Launch price was $434.
Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE
The Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 September 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 6,813 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i7-5850HQ packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Core i7-5850HQ versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE — a 10.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE (base: 2.7 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Core i7-5850HQ uses the Broadwell-H (2015) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-5850HQ scores 6,866 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE's 6,813 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i7-5850HQ. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-5850HQ vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE.
| Feature | Core i7-5850HQ | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 4 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.3 GHz+22% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+50% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 12 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Broadwell-H (2015) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 6,866 | 6,813 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-5850HQ uses the BGA1364 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-5850HQ | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1364 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
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