Ryzen 5 2600X vs Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
Ryzen 5 2600X
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
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 5 2600X
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 2600X | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($55) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 2600X | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+44%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($55) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
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 2600X and Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
Ryzen 5 2600X
The Ryzen 5 2600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.25 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 13,880 points. Launch price was $229.
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.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 2600X packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Ryzen 5 2600X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.25 GHz on the Ryzen 5 2600X versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G — a 1.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 2600X (base: 3.6 GHz vs 4 GHz). The Ryzen 5 2600X uses the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture (12 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses Cezanne (2021−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 2600X scores 13,880 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G's 14,033 — a 1.1% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 2600X vs 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 2600X | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.25 GHz+1% | 4.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz | 4 GHz+11% |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total)+100% | 8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 12 nm | 7 nm-42% |
| Architecture | Zen+ (2018−2019) | Cezanne (2021−2025) |
| PassMark | 13,880 | 14,033+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 7,514 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,242 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 5,247 | — |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 2600X | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2933 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 2600X) / not specified (Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 2600X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 2600X rivals Core i5-9600K.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 2600X | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Gaming | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 2600X launched at $229 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G debuted at $130. At current prices ($55 vs $80), the Ryzen 5 2600X is $25 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 2600X delivers 252.4 pts/$ vs 175.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G — making the Ryzen 5 2600X the 36% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 2600X | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $229 | $130-43% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $55-31% | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | 252.4+44% | 175.4 |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2024 |
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