
Core i7-8565U vs Ryzen 3 2200GE

Core i7-8565U

Ryzen 3 2200GE
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 i7-8565U is positioned at rank #988 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 i7-8565U
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 2200GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-8565U | Ryzen 3 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-8565U | Ryzen 3 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) |
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 i7-8565U and Ryzen 3 2200GE

Core i7-8565U
The Core i7-8565U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,976 points. Launch price was $409.

Ryzen 3 2200GE
The Ryzen 3 2200GE 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 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 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: 5,933 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i7-8565U packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Ryzen 3 2200GE's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Core i7-8565U versus 3.6 GHz on the Ryzen 3 2200GE — a 24.4% clock advantage for the Core i7-8565U (base: 1.8 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i7-8565U uses the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 3 2200GE uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-8565U scores 5,976 against the Ryzen 3 2200GE's 5,933 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i7-8565U. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-8565U vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 2200GE.
| Feature | Core i7-8565U | Ryzen 3 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+28% | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 3.2 GHz+78% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 5,976 | 5,933 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-8565U uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 2200GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-8565U | Ryzen 3 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1528 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
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