Pentium Silver J5005
VS
Ryzen Embedded R1305G

Pentium Silver J5005 vs Ryzen Embedded R1305G

Intel

Pentium Silver J5005

4 Cores4 Thrd10 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2017
VS
AMD

Ryzen Embedded R1305G

2 Cores4 Thrd8 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2020

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Pentium Silver J5005 is positioned at rank 806 and the Ryzen Embedded R1305G is on rank 856, so the Pentium Silver J5005 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 Silver J5005

#1
Ryzen 9 7950X
MSRP: $194|Avg: $20
16060%
#2
Core i9-10900T
MSRP: $120|Avg: $5
15175%
#3
Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE
MSRP: $423|Avg: $5
11018%
#4
Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85
3319%
#5
Ryzen 9 9950X
MSRP: $649|Avg: $129
2629%
#6
Ryzen 5 8400F
MSRP: $303|Avg: $55
2300%
#7
Ryzen 7 PRO 2700
MSRP: $299|Avg: $60
1317%
#8
Ryzen 5 2600X
MSRP: $229|Avg: $55
1300%
#9
Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
1184%
#10
Core Ultra 5 245KF
MSRP: $294|Avg: $189
1184%
#11
Ryzen 5 5500
MSRP: $159|Avg: $85
1170%
#12
Ryzen 5 3600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $80
1139%
#13
Core i3-9100E
MSRP: $202|Avg: $30
1123%
#14
Core Ultra 5 245K
MSRP: $319|Avg: $200
1118%
#15
Core i3-8300T
MSRP: $138|Avg: $25
1108%
#806
Pentium Silver J5005
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#807
Pentium G645T
MSRP: $64|Avg: $15
100%
#808
Pentium G620
MSRP: $64|Avg: $12
100%
#809
Core i5-7442EQ
MSRP: $250|Avg: $50
100%
#811
Core i3-3250T
MSRP: $138|Avg: $15
99%
#813
Core i5-5575R
MSRP: $265|Avg: $50
99%
#815
Core i3-3210
MSRP: $117|Avg: $25
98%
#816
Celeron G3900E
MSRP: $107|Avg: $35
98%
#817
Athlon II X3 435
MSRP: $87|Avg: $15
97%
#818
Core i7-6822EQ
MSRP: $294|Avg: $190
97%
#819
Athlon II X4 645
MSRP: $126|Avg: $20
97%
#820
Core i5-7400
MSRP: $294|Avg: $70
96%
#821
Pentium E5800
MSRP: $64|Avg: $15
96%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R1305G

#844
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
1400%
#845
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
1380%
#846
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
1267%
#847
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
1261%
#848
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
1250%
#850
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
1207%
#851
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
1157%
#852
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
1155%
#853
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
1124%
#856
Ryzen Embedded R1305G
MSRP: $150|Avg: $50
100%
#863
Pentium Dual Core T2390
MSRP: $86|Avg: $5
98%
#867
Core i7-1160G7
MSRP: $426|Avg: N/A
98%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Analysis: Based on specifications, the Ryzen Embedded R1305G shows stronger theoretical performance metrics.
InsightPentium Silver J5005Ryzen Embedded R1305G
Gaming
Balanced gaming performance
Balanced gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($50)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Goldmont Plus (2017) / 14 nm)
✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

InsightPentium Silver J5005Ryzen Embedded R1305G
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($50)

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Pentium Silver J5005 and Ryzen Embedded R1305G

Intel

Pentium Silver J5005

The Pentium Silver J5005 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 December 2017 (7 years ago). It is based on the Goldmont Plus (2017) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1090. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: upto-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,125 points. Launch price was $161.

AMD

Ryzen Embedded R1305G

The Ryzen Embedded R1305G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,142 points. Launch price was $69.

Processing Power

The Pentium Silver J5005 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded R1305G offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Pentium Silver J5005 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Pentium Silver J5005 versus 2.8 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1305G — identical boost frequencies (base: 1.5 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Pentium Silver J5005 uses the Goldmont Plus (2017) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R1305G uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium Silver J5005 scores 3,125 against the Ryzen Embedded R1305G's 3,142 — a 0.5% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R1305G. Both processors carry 4 MB (total) of L3 cache.

FeaturePentium Silver J5005Ryzen Embedded R1305G
Cores / Threads
4 / 4+100%
2 / 4
Boost Clock
2.8 GHz
2.8 GHz
Base Clock
1.5 GHz
1.5 GHz
L3 Cache
4 MB (total)
4 MB (total)
L2 Cache
256K (per core)
512 kB (per core)+100%
Process
14 nm
14 nm
Architecture
Goldmont Plus (2017)
Zen (2017−2020)
PassMark
3,125
3,142
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Memory & Platform

The Pentium Silver J5005 uses the FCBGA1090 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R1305G uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeaturePentium Silver J5005Ryzen Embedded R1305G
Socket
FCBGA1090
FP5
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0
PCIe 3.0