Ryzen 5 1500X vs Core i5-8600T
Ryzen 5 1500X
Core i5-8600T
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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Ryzen 5 1500X is positioned at rank #436 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 1500X
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-8600T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 1500X | Core i5-8600T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($67) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($213) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 1500X | Core i5-8600T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+214%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($67) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($213) |
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 5 1500X and Core i5-8600T
Ryzen 5 1500X
The Ryzen 5 1500X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 11 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 9,074 points. Launch price was $189.
Core i5-8600T
The Core i5-8600T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 9 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 9,201 points. Launch price was $213.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 1500X packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i5-8600T offers 6 cores / 6 threads — the Core i5-8600T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen 5 1500X versus 3.7 GHz on the Core i5-8600T — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.5 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Ryzen 5 1500X uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-8600T uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 1500X scores 9,074 against the Core i5-8600T's 9,201 — a 1.4% lead for the Core i5-8600T. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 4,641 vs 4,633 (0.2% advantage for the Ryzen 5 1500X). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,120 vs 1,224, a 8.9% lead for the Core i5-8600T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 3,700 vs 4,470 (18.8% advantage for the Core i5-8600T). L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 1500X vs 9 MB (total) on the Core i5-8600T.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 1500X | Core i5-8600T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 6+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+52% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total)+78% | 9 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core)+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 9,074 | 9,201+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 4,641 | 4,633 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,120 | 1,224+9% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,700 | 4,470+21% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 1500X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-8600T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. The Core i5-8600T supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Ryzen 5 1500X) vs 16 (Core i5-8600T) — the Ryzen 5 1500X offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: A320,B350,X370,B450,X470 (Ryzen 5 1500X) and H310,B360,H370,Q370,Z370,Z390 (Core i5-8600T).
| Feature | Ryzen 5 1500X | Core i5-8600T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+25% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 1500X) vs Yes (Core i5-8600T). The Core i5-8600T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen 5 1500X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 1500X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 1500X rivals Core i5-7500.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 1500X | Core i5-8600T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | Yes |
| Target Use | Gaming | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 1500X launched at $189 MSRP, while the Core i5-8600T debuted at $213. At current prices ($67 vs $213), the Ryzen 5 1500X is $146 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 1500X delivers 135.4 pts/$ vs 43.2 pts/$ for the Core i5-8600T — making the Ryzen 5 1500X the 103.3% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 1500X | Core i5-8600T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $189-11% | $213 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $67-69% | $213 |
| Performance per Dollar | 135.4+213% | 43.2 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2018 |
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