Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE vs Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition
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 5355GE
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE | Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($175) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE | Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($175) |
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 5355GE and Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE 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 3.6 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): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 12,761 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition
The Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 November 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Max frequency: 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB. L2 cache: 1,536 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FCLGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 12,900 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE versus 3.5 GHz on the Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE. The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE scores 12,761 against the Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition's 12,900 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE vs 15 MB on the Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE | Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+20% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 15 MB+88% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1,536 kB+200% |
| Process | 7 nm-78% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 12,761 | 12,900+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 742 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition uses FCLGA2011 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE | Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FCLGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+100% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 4 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 40 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition). Primary use case: Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition targets HEDT Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition rivals FX-9590.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE | Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | HEDT Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE launched at $180 MSRP, while the Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition debuted at $990. At current prices ($180 vs $175), the Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE delivers 70.9 pts/$ vs 73.7 pts/$ for the Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition — making the Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition the 3.9% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE | Core i7-3970X Extreme Edition |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $180-82% | $990 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180 | $175-3% |
| Performance per Dollar | 70.9 | 73.7+4% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2012 |
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