Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G vs Ryzen 5 5600X
Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
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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 PRO 2200G
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Ryzen 5 5600X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($76) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($135) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Ryzen 5 5600X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+85%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($76) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($135) |
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 Ryzen 5 5600X
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.
Ryzen 5 5600X
The Ryzen 5 5600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 21,845 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen 5 5600X offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 5600X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600X — a 27.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600X. The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 5600X uses Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G scores 6,661 against the Ryzen 5 5600X's 21,845 — a 106.5% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600X. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600X.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Ryzen 5 5600X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 4.6 GHz+31% |
| Base Clock | — | 3.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 32 MB+700% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) |
| PassMark | 6,661 | 21,845+228% |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Ryzen 5 5600X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 24 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G) / AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600X). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600X targets Desktop.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Ryzen 5 5600X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G launched at $294 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 5600X debuted at $299. At current prices ($76 vs $135), the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G is $59 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G delivers 87.6 pts/$ vs 161.8 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 5600X — making the Ryzen 5 5600X the 59.5% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G | Ryzen 5 5600X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $294-2% | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $76-44% | $135 |
| Performance per Dollar | 87.6 | 161.8+85% |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2020 |
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