Ryzen 5 5600GT vs Core i9-9820X
Ryzen 5 5600GT
Core i9-9820X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600GT
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-9820X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5600GT | Core i9-9820X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($150) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5600GT | Core i9-9820X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+85%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($150) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) |
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 5600GT and Core i9-9820X
Ryzen 5 5600GT
The Ryzen 5 5600GT 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 4.6 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: 20,312 points. Launch price was $140.
Core i9-9820X
The Core i9-9820X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 16.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 20,456 points. Launch price was $898.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 5600GT packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i9-9820X offers 10 cores / 20 threads — the Core i9-9820X has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600GT versus 4.2 GHz on the Core i9-9820X — a 9.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600GT (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Ryzen 5 5600GT uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i9-9820X uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 5600GT scores 20,312 against the Core i9-9820X's 20,456 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i9-9820X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,000 vs 1,394, a 35.7% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600GT that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 9,300 vs 9,361 (0.7% advantage for the Core i9-9820X). L3 cache: 16 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600GT vs 16.5 MB (total) on the Core i9-9820X.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600GT | Core i9-9820X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 10 / 20+67% |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+10% | 4.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+9% | 3.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 16.5 MB (total)+3% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 20,312 | 20,456 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,000+43% | 1,394 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 9,300 | 9,361 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 5600GT uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i9-9820X uses LGA2066 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600GT versus DDR4 2666 MHz on the Core i9-9820X — the Core i9-9820X supports 200% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 128 GB of RAM. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 5 5600GT) vs 4 (Core i9-9820X). PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 5 5600GT) vs 44 (Core i9-9820X) — the Core i9-9820X offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: A520,B550,X570,B450,X470 (Ryzen 5 5600GT) and Intel X299 (Core i9-9820X).
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600GT | Core i9-9820X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA2066 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR4 2666 MHz |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | 44+83% |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the Core i9-9820X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600GT) vs true (Core i9-9820X). The Ryzen 5 5600GT includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 7), while the Core i9-9820X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600GT targets Budget Gaming/Desktop, Core i9-9820X targets Workstation.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600GT | Core i9-9820X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Vega 7 | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | Budget Gaming/Desktop | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 5600GT launched at $140 MSRP, while the Core i9-9820X debuted at $889. At current prices ($150 vs $280), the Ryzen 5 5600GT is $130 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 5600GT delivers 135.4 pts/$ vs 73.1 pts/$ for the Core i9-9820X — making the Ryzen 5 5600GT the 59.8% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600GT | Core i9-9820X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $140-84% | $889 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150-46% | $280 |
| Performance per Dollar | 135.4+85% | 73.1 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2018 |
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