Ryzen 5 5500GT vs Ryzen 5 220
Ryzen 5 5500GT
Ryzen 5 220
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5500GT
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 220
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5500GT | Ryzen 5 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($130) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Hawk Point (2024−2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5500GT | Ryzen 5 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+16%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($130) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) |
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 5500GT and Ryzen 5 220
Ryzen 5 5500GT
The Ryzen 5 5500GT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 16 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: 18,846 points. Launch price was $125.
Ryzen 5 220
The Ryzen 5 220 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Hawk Point (2024−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 18,762 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 5 5500GT and Ryzen 5 220 share an identical 6-core/12-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5500GT versus 4.9 GHz on the Ryzen 5 220 — a 10.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 220 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Ryzen 5 5500GT uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen 5 220 uses Hawk Point (2024−2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 5500GT scores 18,846 against the Ryzen 5 220's 18,762 — a 0.4% lead for the Ryzen 5 5500GT. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,412 vs 1,300, a 8.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 5500GT that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 8,514 vs 7,700 (10% advantage for the Ryzen 5 5500GT). L3 cache: 16 MB on the Ryzen 5 5500GT vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 220.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5500GT | Ryzen 5 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.9 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+12% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Hawk Point (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 18,846 | 18,762 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 10,500 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,412+9% | 1,300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 8,514+11% | 7,700 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 5500GT uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 220 uses FP8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5500GT versus DDR5-5600 on the Ryzen 5 220 — the Ryzen 5 220 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 5500GT 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: 24 (Ryzen 5 5500GT) vs 14 (Ryzen 5 220) — the Ryzen 5 5500GT offers 10 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: A520,B450,B550,X470,X570 (Ryzen 5 5500GT) and SoC (Ryzen 5 220).
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5500GT | Ryzen 5 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FP8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-5600+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+100% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+71% | 14 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 5 5500GT has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 5 220 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support AMD-V virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Radeon Vega 7 (Ryzen 5 5500GT) and Radeon 740M (Ryzen 5 220) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5500GT targets Budget, Ryzen 5 220 targets Thin and Light Laptop. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 5500GT rivals Core i5-12400.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5500GT | Ryzen 5 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Vega 7 | Radeon 740M |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Budget | Thin and Light Laptop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 5500GT launched at $125 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 220 debuted at $150. At current prices ($130 vs $150), the Ryzen 5 5500GT is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 5500GT delivers 145.0 pts/$ vs 125.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 220 — making the Ryzen 5 5500GT the 14.7% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5500GT | Ryzen 5 220 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $125-17% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $130-13% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 145.0+16% | 125.1 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2025 |
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