Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G vs Core i7-9700K
Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
Core i7-9700K
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 PRO 2200G
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-9700K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($76) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+22%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($76) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
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 i7-9700K
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 i7-9700K
The Core i7-9700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 14,397 points. Launch price was $374.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i7-9700K offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-9700K has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G versus 4.9 GHz on the Core i7-9700K — a 33.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-9700K. The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-9700K uses Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G scores 6,661 against the Core i7-9700K's 14,397 — a 73.5% lead for the Core i7-9700K. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-9700K.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 8 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 4.9 GHz+40% |
| Base Clock | — | 3.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 12 MB (total)+200% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 6,661 | 14,397+116% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-9700K uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-9700K). The Core i7-9700K includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-9700K targets Desktop.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G launched at $294 MSRP, while the Core i7-9700K debuted at $385. At current prices ($76 vs $200), the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G is $124 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G delivers 87.6 pts/$ vs 72.0 pts/$ for the Core i7-9700K — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G the 19.6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $294-24% | $385 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $76-62% | $200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 87.6+22% | 72.0 |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2018 |
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