
Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G vs Core i7-4770S

Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G

Core i7-4770S
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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Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4770S
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Core i7-4770S |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($76) | ✅ More affordable ($35) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Core i7-4770S |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+120%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($76) | ✅ More affordable ($35) |
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 PRO 2200G and Core i7-4770S

Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 May 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 6,661 points. Launch price was $149.

Core i7-4770S
The Core i7-4770S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,749 points. Launch price was $329.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-4770S's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i7-4770S — a 10.8% clock advantage for the Core i7-4770S. The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-4770S uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G scores 6,661 against the Core i7-4770S's 6,749 — a 1.3% lead for the Core i7-4770S. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G vs 8192 kB (total) on the Core i7-4770S.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Core i7-4770S |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.9 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | — | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 8192 kB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 6,661 | 6,749+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-4770S uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Core i7-4770S |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G launched at $294 MSRP, while the Core i7-4770S debuted at $305. At current prices ($76 vs $35), the Core i7-4770S is $41 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G delivers 87.6 pts/$ vs 192.8 pts/$ for the Core i7-4770S — making the Core i7-4770S the 75% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Core i7-4770S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $294-4% | $305 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $76 | $35-54% |
| Performance per Dollar | 87.6 | 192.8+120% |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2013 |
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