Ryzen 3 7320C vs Core i5-9400T

Ryzen 3 7320C

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.1 GHz2023

Core i5-9400T

6 Cores6 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Ryzen 3 7320C

4 / 8

8,193

+0.2%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Core i5-9400T

6 / 6

8,180

0.0%

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 Ryzen 3 7320C is positioned at rank #748 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 Ryzen 3 7320C

#736

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1071%

#737

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1055%

#738

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

969%

#739

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

964%

#740

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

955%

#742

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

923%

#743

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

885%

#744

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

883%

#745

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

859%

#748

Ryzen 3 7320C

MSRP: $299|Avg: $200

100%

#757

Core i7-11370H

MSRP: $426|Avg: N/A

99%

#761

Core i3-N300

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-9400T

#70

Ryzen 5 7600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $185

107%

#71

Core i5-14490F

MSRP: $209|Avg: $190

107%

#72

Core i5-12600KF

MSRP: $264|Avg: $190

107%

#73

Core i5-13600KF

MSRP: $249|Avg: $258

106%

#74

Ryzen 5 5500GT

MSRP: $125|Avg: $130

106%

#75

Ryzen 7 1700

MSRP: $140|Avg: $185

77%

#75

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G

MSRP: $309|Avg: $140

106%

#76

Ryzen 7 7700X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $249

105%

#77

Ryzen 9 5900XT

MSRP: $349|Avg: $311

104%

#78

Core i5-12500

MSRP: $212|Avg: $140

103%

#79

Core i5-14600K

MSRP: $329|Avg: $275

103%

#80

Ryzen 7 7700

MSRP: $329|Avg: $246

103%

#81

Core i5-13400F

MSRP: $196|Avg: $180

102%

#82

Core i3-12100T

MSRP: $125|Avg: $90

102%

#83

Core i7-11700F

MSRP: $298|Avg: $150

102%

#84

Core i3-10105F

MSRP: $97|Avg: $65

101%

#85

Core i5-9400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $60

100%

#86

Core i7-12700KF

MSRP: $384|Avg: $250

100%

#87

Core i5-12490F

MSRP: $250|Avg: $150

100%

#88

Ryzen 5 5600GT

MSRP: $140|Avg: $150

99%

#89

Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G

MSRP: $146|Avg: $146

99%

#90

Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G

MSRP: $300|Avg: $180

99%

#91

Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G

MSRP: $209|Avg: $120

98%

#92

Ryzen 5 8600G

MSRP: $229|Avg: $190

97%

#93

Core i7-13700KF

MSRP: $384|Avg: $350

96%

#94

Ryzen 7 9700X

MSRP: $359|Avg: $285

96%

#95

Ryzen 9 7900

MSRP: $429|Avg: $370

95%

#96

Core Ultra 5 235T

MSRP: $247|Avg: $247

95%

#97

Ryzen 9 5950X

MSRP: $799|Avg: $350

95%

#98

Ryzen 9 7900X3D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $389

95%

#99

Core i5-14400F

MSRP: $196|Avg: $199

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The Ryzen 3 7320C delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the Core i5-9400T in both compute-intensive tasks (0.2% faster) and gaming workloads.

Insight	Ryzen 3 7320C	Core i5-9400T
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($200)	✅ More affordable ($60)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Mendocino (Zen 2) (2022−2023) / 6 nm)	✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Value Proposition: The Core i5-9400T offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 (vs $200), it costs 70% less. While offering competitive performance, it results in a 233% higher cost efficiency score compared to the Ryzen 3 7320C.

Insight	Ryzen 3 7320C	Core i5-9400T
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+233%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($200)	✅ More affordable ($60)

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.

Ryzen 3 7320C Benchmark Check

Core i5-9400T Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 3 7320C and Core i5-9400T

Ryzen 3 7320C

The Ryzen 3 7320C is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 May 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Mendocino (Zen 2) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 6 nm process technology. Socket: FT6. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 8,193 points. Launch price was $149.

Core i5-9400T

The Core i5-9400T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 9 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 8,180 points. Launch price was $182.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 3 7320C packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i5-9400T offers 6 cores / 6 threads — the Core i5-9400T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Ryzen 3 7320C versus 3.4 GHz on the Core i5-9400T — a 18.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 7320C (base: 2.4 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Ryzen 3 7320C uses the Mendocino (Zen 2) (2022−2023) architecture (6 nm), while the Core i5-9400T uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 7320C scores 8,193 against the Core i5-9400T's 8,180 — a 0.2% lead for the Ryzen 3 7320C. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 7320C vs 9 MB (total) on the Core i5-9400T.

Feature	Ryzen 3 7320C	Core i5-9400T
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	6 / 6+50%
Boost Clock	4.1 GHz+21%	3.4 GHz
Base Clock	2.4 GHz+33%	1.8 GHz
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)	9 MB (total)+125%
L2 Cache	512 kB (per core)+100%	256K (per core)
Process	6 nm-57%	14 nm
Architecture	Mendocino (Zen 2) (2022−2023)	Coffee Lake (2017−2019)
PassMark	8,193	8,180
Geekbench 6 Single	1,163	—

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 3 7320C uses the FT6 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-9400T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR5-5500 on the Ryzen 3 7320C versus DDR4-2666 on the Core i5-9400T — the Ryzen 3 7320C supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-9400T supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 4 (Ryzen 3 7320C) vs 16 (Core i5-9400T) — the Core i5-9400T offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Ryzen 3 7320C	Core i5-9400T
Socket	FT6	LGA1151
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	LPDDR5-5500+25%	DDR4-2666
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	128 GB+700%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	4	16+300%

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Advanced Features

Virtualization support: Yes (Ryzen 3 7320C) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-9400T). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon 610M (Ryzen 3 7320C) and UHD Graphics 630 (Core i5-9400T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-9400T targets Desktop.

Feature	Ryzen 3 7320C	Core i5-9400T
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	Radeon 610M	UHD Graphics 630
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	Yes	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen 3 7320C launched at $299 MSRP, while the Core i5-9400T debuted at $182. At current prices ($200 vs $60), the Core i5-9400T is $140 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 7320C delivers 41.0 pts/$ vs 136.3 pts/$ for the Core i5-9400T — making the Core i5-9400T the 107.6% better value option.