CPU
GPU
Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE
Core i7-6820HQ
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 3200GE
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-6820HQ
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE | Core i7-6820HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($70) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE | Core i7-6820HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($70) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 3200GE and Core i7-6820HQ
Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE
The Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 September 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 6,813 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i7-6820HQ
The Core i7-6820HQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,758 points. Launch price was $378.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-6820HQ's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE versus 3.6 GHz on the Core i7-6820HQ — a 10.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE (base: 3.3 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE uses the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture (12 nm), while the Core i7-6820HQ uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE scores 6,813 against the Core i7-6820HQ's 6,758 — a 0.8% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE vs 8 MB on the Core i7-6820HQ.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE | Core i7-6820HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+11% | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+22% | 2.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 8 MB+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1 MB+100% |
| Process | 12 nm-14% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Picasso (2019−2022) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 6,813 | 6,758 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-6820HQ uses BGA1440 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE | Core i7-6820HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | BGA1440 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
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