CPU
GPU
Core i7-5950HQ
Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE
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 i7-5950HQ is positioned at rank #274 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 i7-5950HQ
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-5950HQ | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($149) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-H (2015) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-5950HQ | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($149) |
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 i7-5950HQ and Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE
Core i7-5950HQ
The Core i7-5950HQ 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 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 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: 7,667 points. Launch price was $623.
Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE
The Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE 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 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 7,677 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-5950HQ and Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i7-5950HQ versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE — a 5.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE (base: 2.9 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Core i7-5950HQ uses the Broadwell-H (2015) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-5950HQ scores 7,667 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE's 7,677 — a 0.1% lead for the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-5950HQ vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE.
| Feature | Core i7-5950HQ | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4 GHz+5% |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz | 3.3 GHz+14% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+50% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 12 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Broadwell-H (2015) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 7,667 | 7,677 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-5950HQ uses the BGA1364 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-5950HQ | Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1364 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
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