Pentium Dual Core T4300 vs Ryzen 5 5600

Pentium Dual Core T4300

2 Cores2 Thrd35 WWMax: 2.1 GHz2009

Ryzen 5 5600

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.4 GHz2022

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Pentium Dual Core T4300

2 / 2

1,232

0.0%

21,550

+1649.2%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

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 Pentium Dual Core T4300 is positioned at rank #1127 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Pentium Dual Core T4300

#1115

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3574%

#1116

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3521%

#1117

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3233%

#1118

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3218%

#1119

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3189%

#1121

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3079%

#1122

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2952%

#1123

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2948%

#1124

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2868%

#1127

Pentium Dual Core T4300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $99

100%

#1128

Core i3-4100E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $30

100%

#1129

Core i7-3520M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

100%

#1130

Core i3-2310E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $20

100%

#1131

Core i5-2510E

MSRP: $230|Avg: $30

100%

#1132

Core m5-6Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

99%

#1134

Core i3-2330E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $10

99%

#1135

Core i5-4288U

MSRP: $342|Avg: N/A

95%

#1136

Core m3-6Y30

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

95%

#1137

Core i3-2340UE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

94%

#1138

Core i7-2820QM

MSRP: $568|Avg: N/A

94%

#1139

Core i5-520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

94%

#1141

Celeron 807

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

93%

#1142

Pentium B950

MSRP: $134|Avg: $35

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

135%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

123%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

123%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

121%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

118%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

116%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

116%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

115%

#16

Core Ultra 5 225F

MSRP: $231|Avg: $150

112%

#17

Core Ultra 7 265K

MSRP: $309|Avg: $285

110%

#18

Ryzen 9 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $150

109%

#19

Ryzen 5 3600X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $90

108%

#20

Core i7-14700KF

MSRP: $384|Avg: $260

107%

#21

Core i7-14700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $270

103%

#22

Ryzen 5 4500

MSRP: $129|Avg: $85

101%

#23

Ryzen 5 5600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $115

100%

#24

Celeron G5925

MSRP: $62|Avg: $15

100%

#25

Ryzen 5 7500F

MSRP: $179|Avg: $145

98%

#26

Core Ultra 5 245

MSRP: $319|Avg: $220

97%

#27

Ryzen 7 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $86

97%

#28

Core Ultra 7 265KF

MSRP: $379|Avg: $323

97%

#29

Core Ultra 7 265F

MSRP: $369|Avg: $276

95%

#30

Core i5-12400F

MSRP: $174|Avg: $110

95%

#31

Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

94%

#32

Ryzen 7 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $100

93%

#33

Core i3-10100F

MSRP: $88|Avg: $50

93%

#34

Ryzen 5 7400F

MSRP: $150|Avg: $147

93%

#35

Ryzen 5 9600X

MSRP: $279|Avg: $178

90%

#36

Ryzen 7 3800X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $140

88%

#37

Ryzen 3 5300G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

87%

#38

Ryzen 9 7900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $316

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 5 5600 (2022) utilizes 7 nm technology and DDR4-3200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Pentium Dual Core T4300	Ryzen 5 5600
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($99)	⚠️ Higher cost ($115)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (NetBurst (2000−2006) / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Vermeer (2020−2025) / 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Pentium Dual Core T4300 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Pentium Dual Core T4300	Ryzen 5 5600
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1406%)
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($99)	⚠️ Higher cost ($115)

Performance Check

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.

Pentium Dual Core T4300 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 5 5600 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Pentium Dual Core T4300 and Ryzen 5 5600

Pentium Dual Core T4300

The Pentium Dual Core T4300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: P. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,232 points. Launch price was $69.

Ryzen 5 5600

The Ryzen 5 5600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 21,550 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Pentium Dual Core T4300 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 5 5600 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 5600 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.1 GHz on the Pentium Dual Core T4300 versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600 — a 70.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600 (base: 2.1 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Pentium Dual Core T4300 uses the NetBurst (2000−2006) architecture (45 nm), while the Ryzen 5 5600 uses Vermeer (2020−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium Dual Core T4300 scores 1,232 against the Ryzen 5 5600's 21,550 — a 178.4% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Pentium Dual Core T4300 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 5600.

Feature	Pentium Dual Core T4300	Ryzen 5 5600
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	6 / 12+200%
Boost Clock	2.1 GHz	4.4 GHz+110%
Base Clock	2.1 GHz	3.5 GHz+67%
L3 Cache	0 kB	32 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	512K (per core)
Process	45 nm	7 nm-84%
Architecture	NetBurst (2000−2006)	Vermeer (2020−2025)
PassMark	1,232	21,550+1649%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	11,077
Geekbench 6 Single	—	2,052
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	8,600

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Memory & Platform

The Pentium Dual Core T4300 uses the P socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Ryzen 5 5600 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-800 on the Pentium Dual Core T4300 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600 — the Ryzen 5 5600 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 5600 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Pentium Dual Core T4300) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 5600) — the Ryzen 5 5600 offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Pentium Dual Core T4300	Ryzen 5 5600
Socket	P	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1	PCIe 4.0+264%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-800	DDR4-3200+33%
Max RAM Capacity	8 GB	128 GB+1500%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	0	24

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 5 5600 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: No VT-x (Pentium Dual Core T4300) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600). Primary use case: Pentium Dual Core T4300 targets Mobile, Ryzen 5 5600 targets Desktop.

Feature	Pentium Dual Core T4300	Ryzen 5 5600
Integrated GPU	No	No
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	No VT-x	AMD-V
Target Use	Mobile	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Pentium Dual Core T4300 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 5600 debuted at $199. At current prices ($99 vs $115), the Pentium Dual Core T4300 is $16 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium Dual Core T4300 delivers 12.4 pts/$ vs 187.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 5600 — making the Ryzen 5 5600 the 175.1% better value option.