Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE vs Core i7-8700
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
Core i7-8700
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 5355GE
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-8700
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE | Core i7-8700 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($110) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE | Core i7-8700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+63%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($110) |
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 i7-8700
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 i7-8700
The Core i7-8700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12288 kB. L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 12,747 points. Launch price was $303.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i7-8700 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i7-8700 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i7-8700 — a 9.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-8700 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i7-8700 uses Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE scores 12,761 against the Core i7-8700's 12,747 — a 0.1% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE vs 12288 kB on the Core i7-8700.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE | Core i7-8700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz | 4.6 GHz+10% |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+12% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 12288 kB+50% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 12,761 | 12,747 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 7,969 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,535 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 6,200 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i7-8700 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE | Core i7-8700 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-8700). The Core i7-8700 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-8700 targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i7-8700 rivals Ryzen 5 2600.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE | Core i7-8700 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE launched at $180 MSRP, while the Core i7-8700 debuted at $303. At current prices ($180 vs $110), the Core i7-8700 is $70 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE delivers 70.9 pts/$ vs 115.9 pts/$ for the Core i7-8700 — making the Core i7-8700 the 48.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE | Core i7-8700 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $180-41% | $303 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180 | $110-39% |
| Performance per Dollar | 70.9 | 115.9+63% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2017 |
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