Ryzen 5 2600E vs Ryzen Z2 Go

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Z2 Go

#923

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1685%

#924

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1661%

#925

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1524%

#926

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1518%

#927

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1504%

#929

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1452%

#930

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1392%

#931

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1390%

#932

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1353%

#935

Ryzen Z2 Go

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#939

FX-7600P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

98%

#940

Athlon II M300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

98%

#944

Athlon Neo X2 L335

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

96%

#945

Core i7-3610QE

MSRP: $315|Avg: $105

95%

#948

A8-8600P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

94%

#949

FX-9800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen Z2 Go (2025) utilizes 6 nm technology and modern memory, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Ryzen 5 2600E	Ryzen Z2 Go
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 12 nm)	✨ Modern (Rembrandt R (2025) / 6 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Ryzen 5 2600E (2018) relies on 12 nm technology and **DDR4 Dual-channel**, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Ryzen 5 2600E	Ryzen Z2 Go
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Ryzen 5 2600E Benchmark Check

Ryzen Z2 Go Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 5 2600E and Ryzen Z2 Go

Ryzen 5 2600E

The Ryzen 5 2600E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 September 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 12,346 points. Launch price was $149.

Ryzen Z2 Go

The Ryzen Z2 Go is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Rembrandt R (2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 6 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB + 8 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 12,188 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 5 2600E packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen Z2 Go offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Ryzen 5 2600E has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 2600E versus 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen Z2 Go — a 7.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen Z2 Go (base: 3.1 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Ryzen 5 2600E uses the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture (12 nm), while the Ryzen Z2 Go uses Rembrandt R (2025) (6 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 2600E scores 12,346 against the Ryzen Z2 Go's 12,188 — a 1.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 2600E. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 2600E vs 8 MB on the Ryzen Z2 Go.

Feature	Ryzen 5 2600E	Ryzen Z2 Go
Cores / Threads	6 / 12+50%	4 / 8
Boost Clock	4 GHz	4.3 GHz+7%
Base Clock	3.1 GHz+3%	3 GHz
L3 Cache	16 MB (total)+100%	8 MB
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	2 MB+300%
Process	12 nm	6 nm-50%
Architecture	Zen+ (2018−2019)	Rembrandt R (2025)
PassMark	12,346+1%	12,188
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	5,802
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,842
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	6,073

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 5 2600E) / SVM (Ryzen Z2 Go). The Ryzen Z2 Go includes integrated graphics (Radeon 680M), while the Ryzen 5 2600E requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Z2 Go targets Budget. Direct competitor: Ryzen Z2 Go rivals Core Ultra 5 135U.