Pentium E2220 vs Ryzen 5 3600
Pentium E2220
Ryzen 5 3600
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 Pentium E2220 is positioned at rank #569 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 Pentium E2220
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 3600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium E2220 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($32) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium E2220 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+588%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($32) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
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 Pentium E2220 and Ryzen 5 3600
Pentium E2220
The Pentium E2220 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,028 points. Launch price was $69.
Ryzen 5 3600
The Ryzen 5 3600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 17,685 points. Launch price was $199.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 3600 is built on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. In PassMark, the Pentium E2220 scores 1,028 against the Ryzen 5 3600's 17,685 — a 178% lead for the Ryzen 5 3600. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 330 vs 1,295, a 118.8% lead for the Ryzen 5 3600 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 590 vs 1,898 (105.1% advantage for the Ryzen 5 3600). L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache on the Pentium E2220 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Pentium E2220 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | — | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | — | 4.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.6 GHz+50% |
| L3 Cache | 1 MB L2 Cache | 32 MB (total)+3100% |
| L2 Cache | — | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-89% |
| Architecture | — | Matisse (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 1,028 | 17,685+1620% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 9,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 330 | 1,295+292% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 590 | 1,898+222% |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium E2220 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 5 3600 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-800 on the Pentium E2220 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 3600 — the Ryzen 5 3600 supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 3600 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Pentium E2220) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 3600) — the Ryzen 5 3600 offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: G31,G41 (Pentium E2220) and AMD B550,AMD X570,AMD B450,AMD X470 (Ryzen 5 3600).
| Feature | Pentium E2220 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-800 | DDR4-3200+100% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 GB | 128 GB+3100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 24 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Virtualization support: None (Pentium E2220) vs Yes (Ryzen 5 3600). Primary use case: Pentium E2220 targets Legacy Desktop, Ryzen 5 3600 targets Gaming/Budget Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 3600 rivals Core i5-10400.
| Feature | Pentium E2220 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | None | Yes |
| Target Use | Legacy Desktop | Gaming/Budget Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Pentium E2220 launched at $32 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 3600 debuted at $199. At current prices ($32 vs $80), the Pentium E2220 is $48 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pentium E2220 delivers 32.1 pts/$ vs 221.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 3600 — making the Ryzen 5 3600 the 149.2% better value option.
| Feature | Pentium E2220 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32-84% | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $32-60% | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | 32.1 | 221.1+589% |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2019 |
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