Ryzen 5 5600GT vs Core Ultra 9 288V
Ryzen 5 5600GT
Core Ultra 9 288V
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600GT
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 288V
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5600GT | Core Ultra 9 288V |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($150) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($600) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Lunar Lake (2024) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5600GT | Core Ultra 9 288V |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+301%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($150) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($600) |
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 Ultra 9 288V
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 Ultra 9 288V
The Core Ultra 9 288V is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Lunar Lake (2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 2.5 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2833. Thermal design power (TDP): 30 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 20,280 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 5600GT packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core Ultra 9 288V offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Core Ultra 9 288V has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600GT versus 5.1 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 288V — a 10.3% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 288V (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Ryzen 5 5600GT uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Core Ultra 9 288V uses Lunar Lake (2024) (3 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 5600GT scores 20,312 against the Core Ultra 9 288V's 20,280 — a 0.2% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600GT. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,000 vs 2,800, a 33.3% lead for the Core Ultra 9 288V that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 9,300 vs 10,000 (7.3% advantage for the Core Ultra 9 288V). L3 cache: 16 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600GT vs 12 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 288V.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600GT | Core Ultra 9 288V |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 8 / 8+33% |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz | 5.1 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+9% | 3.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB+33% | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 2.5 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 7 nm | 3 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Lunar Lake (2024) |
| PassMark | 20,312 | 20,280 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 9,300 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,000 | 2,800+40% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 9,300 | 10,000+8% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 5600GT uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core Ultra 9 288V uses FCBGA2833 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600GT versus LPDDR5X-8533 on the Core Ultra 9 288V — the Core Ultra 9 288V supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 5600GT supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 5 5600GT) vs 8 (Core Ultra 9 288V) — the Ryzen 5 5600GT offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: A520,B550,X570,B450,X470 (Ryzen 5 5600GT) and SoC (Core Ultra 9 288V).
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600GT | Core Ultra 9 288V |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FCBGA2833 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | LPDDR5X-8533+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+300% | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+200% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600GT) vs true (Core Ultra 9 288V). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon Vega 7 (Ryzen 5 5600GT) and Intel Arc 140V (Core Ultra 9 288V) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600GT targets Budget Gaming/Desktop.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600GT | Core Ultra 9 288V |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Vega 7 | Intel Arc 140V |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | Budget Gaming/Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 5600GT launched at $140 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 9 288V debuted at $600. At current prices ($150 vs $600), the Ryzen 5 5600GT is $450 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 5600GT delivers 135.4 pts/$ vs 33.8 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 9 288V — making the Ryzen 5 5600GT the 120.1% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600GT | Core Ultra 9 288V |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $140-77% | $600 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150-75% | $600 |
| Performance per Dollar | 135.4+301% | 33.8 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2024 |
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