Core Ultra 7 155U vs Ryzen 5 4600G

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core Ultra 7 155U

2023

Why buy it

✅+50% larger total L3 cache (12 MB vs 8 MB).
✅Newer platform on FCBGA2049 with DDR5 support instead of AM4 and DDR4.

Trade-offs

❌No integrated graphics, while Ryzen 5 4600G can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 5 4600G.

Ryzen 5 4600G

2020

Why buy it

✅100+% more PCIe lanes (24 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Radeon Vega 7, while Core Ultra 7 155U needs a discrete GPU.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Core Ultra 7 155U.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (15,985 vs 16,185).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (8 MB vs 12 MB).
❌Launch MSRP is still $154 MSRP, while Core Ultra 7 155U mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌Older platform position on AM4 with DDR4, while Core Ultra 7 155U moves to FCBGA2049 and DDR5.

Core Ultra 7 155U

2023

Ryzen 5 4600G

2020

Why buy it

✅+50% larger total L3 cache (12 MB vs 8 MB).
✅Newer platform on FCBGA2049 with DDR5 support instead of AM4 and DDR4.

Why buy it

✅100+% more PCIe lanes (24 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Radeon Vega 7, while Core Ultra 7 155U needs a discrete GPU.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Core Ultra 7 155U.

Trade-offs

❌No integrated graphics, while Ryzen 5 4600G can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 5 4600G.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (15,985 vs 16,185).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (8 MB vs 12 MB).
❌Launch MSRP is still $154 MSRP, while Core Ultra 7 155U mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌Older platform position on AM4 with DDR4, while Core Ultra 7 155U moves to FCBGA2049 and DDR5.

Quick Answers

So, is Core Ultra 7 155U better than Ryzen 5 4600G?

Yes. Core Ultra 7 155U is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 2.9% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data, 1.3% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core Ultra 7 155U is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 2.9% more average FPS across 4 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core Ultra 7 155U is the better fit. You are getting 1.3% better PassMark, backed by 12 cores and 14 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 50% larger total L3 cache (12 MB vs 8 MB).

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core Ultra 7 155U is still the faster CPU overall, but Ryzen 5 4600G makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Core Ultra 7 155U is at an unclear MSRP at unclear MSRP versus $154 MSRP, and it gives you a 2.9% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. Ryzen 5 4600G is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (103.8 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Core Ultra 7 155U is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2023 vs 2020), a healthier platform with FCBGA2049 and DDR5 instead of AM4, 50% larger total L3 cache (12 MB vs 8 MB), and more multi-core headroom with 12 cores / 14 threads instead of 6/12. That should give you a better long-term upgrade path for motherboard, RAM, and future CPU swaps.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core Ultra 7 155U Benchmark Check

Ryzen 5 4600G Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core Ultra 7 155U	Ryzen 5 4600G
1080p
low	276 FPS	214 FPS
medium	248 FPS	171 FPS
high	209 FPS	136 FPS
ultra	180 FPS	99 FPS
1440p
low	230 FPS	183 FPS
medium	185 FPS	145 FPS
high	152 FPS	113 FPS
ultra	133 FPS	82 FPS
4K
low	160 FPS	74 FPS
medium	130 FPS	63 FPS
high	100 FPS	49 FPS
ultra	88 FPS	39 FPS

Open Core Ultra 7 155U Open Ryzen 5 4600G

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core Ultra 7 155U	Ryzen 5 4600G
1080p
low	211 FPS	308 FPS
medium	176 FPS	263 FPS
high	159 FPS	232 FPS
ultra	140 FPS	199 FPS
1440p
low	179 FPS	268 FPS
medium	155 FPS	234 FPS
high	143 FPS	211 FPS
ultra	122 FPS	180 FPS
4K
low	140 FPS	231 FPS
medium	124 FPS	207 FPS
high	118 FPS	184 FPS
ultra	101 FPS	157 FPS

Open Core Ultra 7 155U Open Ryzen 5 4600G

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core Ultra 7 155U	Ryzen 5 4600G
1080p
low	405 FPS	400 FPS
medium	405 FPS	400 FPS
high	405 FPS	400 FPS
ultra	405 FPS	400 FPS
1440p
low	405 FPS	400 FPS
medium	405 FPS	400 FPS
high	405 FPS	400 FPS
ultra	405 FPS	372 FPS
4K
low	405 FPS	400 FPS
medium	405 FPS	341 FPS
high	405 FPS	293 FPS
ultra	342 FPS	232 FPS

Open Core Ultra 7 155U Open Ryzen 5 4600G

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core Ultra 7 155U	Ryzen 5 4600G
1080p
low	405 FPS	400 FPS
medium	405 FPS	400 FPS
high	405 FPS	400 FPS
ultra	405 FPS	400 FPS
1440p
low	405 FPS	400 FPS
medium	405 FPS	400 FPS
high	405 FPS	400 FPS
ultra	405 FPS	400 FPS
4K
low	405 FPS	400 FPS
medium	405 FPS	400 FPS
high	405 FPS	400 FPS
ultra	403 FPS	338 FPS

Open Core Ultra 7 155U Open Ryzen 5 4600G

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core Ultra 7 155U and Ryzen 5 4600G

Core Ultra 7 155U

The Core Ultra 7 155U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Meteor Lake-P (2023) architecture. It features 12 cores and 14 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2049. Thermal design power (TDP): + 12 MB. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 16,185 points. Launch price was $490.

Ryzen 5 4600G

The Ryzen 5 4600G 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 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 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: 15,985 points. Launch price was $154.

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Processing Power

The Core Ultra 7 155U packs 12 cores / 14 threads, while the Ryzen 5 4600G offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core Ultra 7 155U has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Core Ultra 7 155U versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 4600G — a 13.3% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 7 155U (base: 1.7 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Core Ultra 7 155U uses the Meteor Lake-P (2023) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen 5 4600G uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 7 155U scores 16,185 against the Ryzen 5 4600G's 15,985 — a 1.2% lead for the Core Ultra 7 155U. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 7 155U vs 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 4600G.

Feature	Core Ultra 7 155U	Ryzen 5 4600G
Cores / Threads	12 / 14+100%	6 / 12
Boost Clock	4.8 GHz+14%	4.2 GHz
Base Clock	1.7 GHz	3.7 GHz+118%
L3 Cache	12 MB (total)+50%	8 MB (total)
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)+300%	512 kB (per core)
Process	7 nm	7 nm
Architecture	Meteor Lake-P (2023)	Renoir (2020−2023)
PassMark	16,185+1%	15,985
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	9,348
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,578
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	6,619

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Memory & Platform

The Core Ultra 7 155U uses the FCBGA2049 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 5 4600G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core Ultra 7 155U	Ryzen 5 4600G
Socket	FCBGA2049	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+67%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	—	128 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	No
PCIe Lanes	—	24

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core Ultra 7 155U) / AMD-V (Ryzen 5 4600G). The Ryzen 5 4600G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 7), while the Core Ultra 7 155U requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 4600G targets Entry Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 4600G rivals Core i5-10400.