Ryzen 5 5600X vs Celeron N3010
Ryzen 5 5600X
Celeron N3010
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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 5600X
Performance Per Dollar Celeron N3010
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5600X | Celeron N3010 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($135) | ✅ More affordable ($107) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Airmont (2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5600X | Celeron N3010 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2256%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($135) | ✅ More affordable ($107) |
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 5600X and Celeron N3010
Ryzen 5 5600X
The Ryzen 5 5600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 21,845 points. Launch price was $299.
Celeron N3010
The Celeron N3010 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Airmont (2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.04 GHz, with boost up to 2.24 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 4 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 735 points. Launch price was $107.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 5600X packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Celeron N3010 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Ryzen 5 5600X has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600X versus 2.24 GHz on the Celeron N3010 — a 69% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600X (base: 3.7 GHz vs 1.04 GHz). The Ryzen 5 5600X uses the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Celeron N3010 uses Airmont (2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 5600X scores 21,845 against the Celeron N3010's 735 — a 187% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600X. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600X vs 0 kB on the Celeron N3010.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600X | Celeron N3010 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+200% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+105% | 2.24 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+256% | 1.04 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB+100% |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) | Airmont (2016) |
| PassMark | 21,845+2872% | 735 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 5600X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Celeron N3010 uses FCBGA1170 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600X versus 1600 on the Celeron N3010 — the Celeron N3010 supports 199% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 5600X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 5 5600X) vs 4 (Celeron N3010) — the Ryzen 5 5600X offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 5 5600X) and Braswell (Celeron N3010).
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600X | Celeron N3010 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FCBGA1170 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | 1600+39900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+1677721500% | 8 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+500% | 4 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600X) vs true (Celeron N3010). The Celeron N3010 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 400), while the Ryzen 5 5600X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600X targets Desktop, Celeron N3010 targets Budget Mobile.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600X | Celeron N3010 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 400 |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | Desktop | Budget Mobile |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 5600X launched at $299 MSRP, while the Celeron N3010 debuted at $107.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600X | Celeron N3010 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299 | $107-64% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $135 | — |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2016 |
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