Ryzen 3 8300G vs Core i5-10600K
Ryzen 3 8300G
Core i5-10600K
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 8300G
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10600K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 8300G | Core i5-10600K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($176) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($179) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Phoenix2 (2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 8300G | Core i5-10600K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($176) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($179) |
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 Ryzen 3 8300G and Core i5-10600K
Ryzen 3 8300G
The Ryzen 3 8300G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Phoenix2 (2024) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 14,113 points. Launch price was $176.
Core i5-10600K
The Core i5-10600K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 4.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 14,247 points. Launch price was $262.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 3 8300G packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i5-10600K offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i5-10600K has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Ryzen 3 8300G versus 4.8 GHz on the Core i5-10600K — a 2.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 8300G (base: 3.4 GHz vs 4.1 GHz). The Ryzen 3 8300G uses the Phoenix2 (2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Core i5-10600K uses Comet Lake (2020−2025) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 8300G scores 14,113 against the Core i5-10600K's 14,247 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i5-10600K. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 8300G vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-10600K.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 8300G | Core i5-10600K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz+2% | 4.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz | 4.1 GHz+21% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 12 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-71% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Phoenix2 (2024) | Comet Lake (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 14,113 | 14,247 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 8300G uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-10600K uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 8300G | Core i5-10600K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
The Core i5-10600K includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen 3 8300G requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 8300G | Core i5-10600K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 8300G launched at $176 MSRP, while the Core i5-10600K debuted at $262. At current prices ($176 vs $179), the Ryzen 3 8300G is $3 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 8300G delivers 80.2 pts/$ vs 79.6 pts/$ for the Core i5-10600K — making the Ryzen 3 8300G the 0.7% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 8300G | Core i5-10600K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $176-33% | $262 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $176-2% | $179 |
| Performance per Dollar | 80.2 | 79.6 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2020 |
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