Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G vs Core i7-10870H
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
Core i7-10870H
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 5355G
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-10870H
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G | Core i7-10870H |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($80) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($417) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake-H (2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G | Core i7-10870H |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+419%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($80) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($417) |
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 5355G and Core i7-10870H
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 14,033 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i7-10870H
The Core i7-10870H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 17 September 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-H (2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 14,087 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i7-10870H offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Core i7-10870H has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G versus 4.8 GHz on the Core i7-10870H — a 13.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-10870H (base: 4 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i7-10870H uses Comet Lake-H (2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G scores 14,033 against the Core i7-10870H's 14,087 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i7-10870H. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-10870H.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G | Core i7-10870H |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 8 / 16+100% |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz | 4.8 GHz+14% |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+82% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 12 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Comet Lake-H (2020) |
| PassMark | 14,033 | 14,087 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 9,594 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,228 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 6,822 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i7-10870H uses BGA1440 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G | Core i7-10870H |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | BGA1440 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-10870H). The Core i7-10870H includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-10870H targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i7-10870H rivals Ryzen 7 4800H.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G | Core i7-10870H |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G launched at $130 MSRP, while the Core i7-10870H debuted at $417.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G | Core i7-10870H |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $130-69% | $417 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80 | — |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2020 |
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