Ryzen 5 5600G vs Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G
Ryzen 5 5600G
Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G
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 5600G
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5600G | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($160) | ✅ More affordable ($146) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5600G | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+10%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($160) | ✅ More affordable ($146) |
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 5600G and Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G
Ryzen 5 5600G
The Ryzen 5 5600G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 April 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 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: 19,696 points. Launch price was $259.
Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 May 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 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: 19,739 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 5 5600G and Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G share an identical 6-core/12-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600G versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.9 GHz vs 3.9 GHz). Both are built on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture using a 7 nm process. In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 5600G scores 19,696 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G's 19,739 — a 0.2% lead for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G. Both processors carry 16 MB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600G | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.9 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 16 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Cezanne (2021−2025) |
| PassMark | 19,696 | 19,739 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600G | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600G) / not specified (Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G). The Ryzen 5 5600G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics (Vega 7)), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600G targets Desktop.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600G | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics (Vega 7) | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 5600G launched at $259 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G debuted at $146. At current prices ($160 vs $146), the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G is $14 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 5600G delivers 123.1 pts/$ vs 135.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G the 9.4% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600G | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $259 | $146-44% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $160 | $146-9% |
| Performance per Dollar | 123.1 | 135.2+10% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2024 |
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