Ryzen 5 3500U vs Core i5-13400F
Ryzen 5 3500U
Core i5-13400F
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 3500U is positioned at rank #614 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 3500U
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 3500U | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Picasso-U (Zen+) (2019−2020) / 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 3500U | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
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 3500U and Core i5-13400F
Ryzen 5 3500U
The Ryzen 5 3500U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso-U (Zen+) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,836 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i5-13400F
The Core i5-13400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 10 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 25,029 points. Launch price was $196.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 3500U packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i5-13400F offers 10 cores / 16 threads — the Core i5-13400F has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen 5 3500U versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-13400F — a 21.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-13400F (base: 2.1 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Ryzen 5 3500U uses the Picasso-U (Zen+) (2019−2020) architecture (12 nm), while the Core i5-13400F uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 3500U scores 6,836 against the Core i5-13400F's 25,029 — a 114.2% lead for the Core i5-13400F. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 3,545 vs 16,211 (128.2% advantage for the Core i5-13400F). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 876 vs 2,407, a 93.3% lead for the Core i5-13400F that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,898 vs 11,408 (142.9% advantage for the Core i5-13400F). L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3500U vs 20 MB (total) on the Core i5-13400F.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 3500U | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 10 / 16+150% |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 4.6 GHz+24% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 2.5 GHz+19% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 20 MB (total)+400% |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 12 nm | Intel 7 nm-42% |
| Architecture | Picasso-U (Zen+) (2019−2020) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 6,836 | 25,029+266% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 3,545 | 16,211+357% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 876 | 2,407+175% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,898 | 11,408+501% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 3500U uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-13400F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Ryzen 5 3500U versus DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-13400F — the Core i5-13400F supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-13400F supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 12 (Ryzen 5 3500U) vs 20 (Core i5-13400F) — the Core i5-13400F offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Mobile (Ryzen 5 3500U) and H610,B660,H670,Z690,B760,H770,Z790 (Core i5-13400F).
| Feature | Ryzen 5 3500U | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP5 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 192 GB+200% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 12 | 20+67% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 3500U) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13400F). The Ryzen 5 3500U includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 8), while the Core i5-13400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 3500U targets Budget, Core i5-13400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 3500U rivals Core i5-10210U; Core i5-13400F rivals Ryzen 5 7600.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 3500U | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Vega 8 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Budget | Gaming |
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