Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE vs Core i7-6800K
Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE
Core i7-6800K
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 4355GE
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-6800K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE | Core i7-6800K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($120) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-E (2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE | Core i7-6800K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2295%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($5) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($120) |
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 4355GE and Core i7-6800K
Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE
The Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 11 November 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 10,693 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i7-6800K
The Core i7-6800K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 31 May 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-E (2016) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 10,715 points. Launch price was $345.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i7-6800K offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i7-6800K has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i7-6800K — a 5.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE uses the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i7-6800K uses Broadwell-E (2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE scores 10,693 against the Core i7-6800K's 10,715 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i7-6800K. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE vs 15 MB (total) on the Core i7-6800K.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE | Core i7-6800K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+5% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+3% | 3.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 15 MB (total)+275% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Renoir (2020−2023) | Broadwell-E (2016) |
| PassMark | 10,693 | 10,715 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-6800K uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE | Core i7-6800K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE launched at $423 MSRP, while the Core i7-6800K debuted at $434. At current prices ($5 vs $120), the Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE is $115 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE delivers 2138.6 pts/$ vs 89.3 pts/$ for the Core i7-6800K — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE the 184% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE | Core i7-6800K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $423-3% | $434 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5-96% | $120 |
| Performance per Dollar | 2138.6+2295% | 89.3 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2016 |
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