Ryzen 5 5600X vs Pentium E2220
Ryzen 5 5600X
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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 Pentium E2220
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5600X | Pentium E2220 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($135) | ✅ More affordable ($32) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 5600X | Pentium E2220 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+404%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($135) | ✅ More affordable ($32) |
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 Pentium E2220
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.
Pentium E2220
The Pentium E2220 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. Base frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 1 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,028 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 5600X is built on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 5600X scores 21,845 against the Pentium E2220's 1,028 — a 182% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600X. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600X vs 1 MB L2 Cache on the Pentium E2220.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600X | Pentium E2220 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | — |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+54% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB+3100% | 1 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | — |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm-89% | 65 nm |
| Architecture | Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) | — |
| PassMark | 21,845+2025% | 1,028 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 330 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 590 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 5600X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Pentium E2220 uses LGA775 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600X versus DDR2-800 on the Pentium E2220 — the Ryzen 5 5600X supports 66.7% 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 4 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 5 5600X) vs 0 (Pentium E2220) — the Ryzen 5 5600X offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 5 5600X) and G31,G41 (Pentium E2220).
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600X | Pentium E2220 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+100% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200+100% | DDR2-800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+3100% | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600X) vs None (Pentium E2220). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600X targets Desktop, Pentium E2220 targets Legacy Desktop.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600X | Pentium E2220 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | None |
| Target Use | Desktop | Legacy Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 5600X launched at $299 MSRP, while the Pentium E2220 debuted at $32. At current prices ($135 vs $32), the Pentium E2220 is $103 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 5600X delivers 161.8 pts/$ vs 32.1 pts/$ for the Pentium E2220 — making the Ryzen 5 5600X the 133.7% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 5600X | Pentium E2220 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299 | $32-89% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $135 | $32-76% |
| Performance per Dollar | 161.8+404% | 32.1 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2008 |
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