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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Ryzen 5 5600

2022

Why buy it

✅+6.8% higher PassMark.
✅+300% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 8 MB).
✅Costs $100 less on MSRP ($199 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).
✅Delivers 60.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 108.3 vs 67.5 PassMark/$ ($199 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Wraith Stealth), unlike Ryzen 7 4700G.

Trade-offs

❌No integrated graphics, while Ryzen 7 4700G can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Ryzen 7 4700G

2020

Why buy it

✅Integrated graphics onboard with Radeon Graphics (8CU), while Ryzen 5 5600 needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (20,180 vs 21,550).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (8 MB vs 32 MB).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 67.5 vs 108.3 PassMark/$ ($299 MSRP vs $199 MSRP).
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 5 5600.

Ryzen 5 5600

2022

Ryzen 7 4700G

2020

Why buy it

✅+6.8% higher PassMark.
✅+300% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 8 MB).
✅Costs $100 less on MSRP ($199 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).
✅Delivers 60.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 108.3 vs 67.5 PassMark/$ ($199 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Wraith Stealth), unlike Ryzen 7 4700G.

Why buy it

✅Integrated graphics onboard with Radeon Graphics (8CU), while Ryzen 5 5600 needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌No integrated graphics, while Ryzen 7 4700G can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (20,180 vs 21,550).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (8 MB vs 32 MB).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 67.5 vs 108.3 PassMark/$ ($299 MSRP vs $199 MSRP).
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 5 5600.

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen 5 5600 better than Ryzen 7 4700G?

Yes. Ryzen 5 5600 is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 0.2% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data, 6.8% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

For gaming, the two CPUs are effectively a wash in the available data.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Ryzen 5 5600 is the better fit. You are getting 6.8% better PassMark, backed by 6 cores and 12 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 300% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 8 MB).

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Ryzen 5 5600 is the smarter buy today. Ryzen 5 5600 is $100 cheaper on MSRP at $199 MSRP versus $299 MSRP, and it gives you a 0.2% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 60.5% better value on MSRP (108.3 vs 67.5 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Ryzen 5 5600 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2022 vs 2020), 300% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 8 MB), and more multi-core headroom with 6 cores / 12 threads instead of 8/16. That extra compute headroom should age better as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

Games Benchmarks

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 5600 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 7 4700G Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Ryzen 5 5600	Ryzen 7 4700G
1080p
low	161 FPS	215 FPS
medium	130 FPS	173 FPS
high	112 FPS	138 FPS
ultra	93 FPS	102 FPS
1440p
low	141 FPS	185 FPS
medium	113 FPS	147 FPS
high	95 FPS	117 FPS
ultra	78 FPS	87 FPS
4K
low	79 FPS	89 FPS
medium	69 FPS	77 FPS
high	55 FPS	60 FPS
ultra	44 FPS	47 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Ryzen 5 5600	Ryzen 7 4700G
1080p
low	508 FPS	381 FPS
medium	419 FPS	317 FPS
high	351 FPS	279 FPS
ultra	310 FPS	243 FPS
1440p
low	447 FPS	330 FPS
medium	375 FPS	285 FPS
high	323 FPS	255 FPS
ultra	277 FPS	216 FPS
4K
low	313 FPS	265 FPS
medium	268 FPS	238 FPS
high	243 FPS	216 FPS
ultra	209 FPS	186 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Ryzen 5 5600	Ryzen 7 4700G
1080p
low	539 FPS	504 FPS
medium	526 FPS	504 FPS
high	483 FPS	504 FPS
ultra	414 FPS	504 FPS
1440p
low	539 FPS	504 FPS
medium	434 FPS	504 FPS
high	396 FPS	468 FPS
ultra	339 FPS	408 FPS
4K
low	371 FPS	439 FPS
medium	298 FPS	374 FPS
high	255 FPS	331 FPS
ultra	197 FPS	266 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Ryzen 5 5600	Ryzen 7 4700G
1080p
low	539 FPS	504 FPS
medium	539 FPS	504 FPS
high	539 FPS	504 FPS
ultra	539 FPS	504 FPS
1440p
low	539 FPS	504 FPS
medium	539 FPS	504 FPS
high	539 FPS	504 FPS
ultra	493 FPS	504 FPS
4K
low	501 FPS	504 FPS
medium	448 FPS	493 FPS
high	398 FPS	429 FPS
ultra	349 FPS	368 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 5 5600 and Ryzen 7 4700G

Ryzen 5 5600

The Ryzen 5 5600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 21,550 points. Launch price was $299.

Ryzen 7 4700G

The Ryzen 7 4700G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 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: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 20,180 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 5 5600 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 7 4700G offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 4700G has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600 versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 4700G — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen 5 5600 uses the Vermeer (2020−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen 7 4700G uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 5600 scores 21,550 against the Ryzen 7 4700G's 20,180 — a 6.6% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600. L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 5600 vs 8 MB on the Ryzen 7 4700G.

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600	Ryzen 7 4700G
Cores / Threads	6 / 12	8 / 16+33%
Boost Clock	4.4 GHz	4.4 GHz
Base Clock	3.5 GHz	3.6 GHz+3%
L3 Cache	32 MB (total)+300%	8 MB
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	512 kB (per core)
Process	7 nm	7 nm
Architecture	Vermeer (2020−2025)	Renoir (2020−2023)
PassMark	21,550+7%	20,180
Cinebench R23 Multi	11,077	—
Geekbench 6 Single	2,052	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	8,600	—

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Memory & Platform

Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 4.0. Both support up to DDR4-3200 memory speed. Both support up to 128 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 24 PCIe lanes.

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600	Ryzen 7 4700G
Socket	AM4	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB	128 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	Yes	No
PCIe Lanes	24	24

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 5 5600 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AMD-V virtualization. The Ryzen 7 4700G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics (8CU)), while the Ryzen 5 5600 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600 targets Desktop, Ryzen 7 4700G targets Desktop.

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600	Ryzen 7 4700G
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	Radeon Graphics (8CU)
Unlocked	Yes	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	AMD-V	AMD-V
Target Use	Desktop	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen 5 5600 launched at $199 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 4700G debuted at $299. On MSRP ($199 vs $299), the Ryzen 5 5600 is $100 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 5600 delivers 108.3 pts/$ vs 67.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 4700G — making the Ryzen 5 5600 the 46.4% better value option.