Ryzen 5 7600X
VS
Core i5-750

Ryzen 5 7600X vs Core i5-750

AMD

Ryzen 5 7600X

6 Cores12 Thrd105 WWMax: 5.3 GHz2022
VS
Intel

Core i5-750

4 Cores4 Thrd95 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2009

Performance Spectrum - CPU

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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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 7600X

#29
Core Ultra 7 265F
MSRP: $369|Avg: $276
112%
#30
Core i5-12400F
MSRP: $174|Avg: $110
112%
#31
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
MSRP: $130|Avg: $80
110%
#32
Ryzen 7 2700X
MSRP: $329|Avg: $100
110%
#33
Core i3-10100F
MSRP: $88|Avg: $50
110%
#34
Ryzen 5 7400F
MSRP: $150|Avg: $147
109%
#35
Ryzen 5 9600X
MSRP: $279|Avg: $178
106%
#36
Ryzen 7 3800X
MSRP: $399|Avg: $140
103%
#37
Ryzen 3 5300G
MSRP: $130|Avg: $80
103%
#38
Ryzen 9 7900X
MSRP: $549|Avg: $316
102%
#39
Ryzen 5 5600X
MSRP: $299|Avg: $135
102%
#40
Core i5-14600KF
MSRP: $304|Avg: $239
102%
#41
Ryzen 7 5800
MSRP: $349|Avg: $160
101%
#42
Core i3-14100F
MSRP: $109|Avg: $96
101%
#43
Ryzen 7 3700X
MSRP: $329|Avg: $140
101%
#44
Ryzen 5 7600X
MSRP: $299|Avg: $178
100%
#45
Ryzen 3 3100
MSRP: $99|Avg: $75
100%
#46
Core i5-13490F
MSRP: $235|Avg: $170
99%
#47
Ryzen 5 5600F
MSRP: $99|Avg: $129
99%
#48
Ryzen 9 PRO 3900
MSRP: $499|Avg: $200
98%
#49
Ryzen 3 4300GE
MSRP: $94|Avg: $72
98%
#50
Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
MSRP: $169|Avg: $50
98%
#51
Core Ultra 5 225
MSRP: $240|Avg: $200
98%
#52
Core i5-11500
MSRP: $192|Avg: $110
98%
#53
Core i3-12100F
MSRP: $97|Avg: $90
98%
#54
Core Ultra 7 265
MSRP: $384|Avg: $320
98%
#55
Ryzen 7 5800X
MSRP: $449|Avg: $180
97%
#56
Core i5-11400F
MSRP: $157|Avg: $110
97%
#57
Ryzen 7 5700G
MSRP: $359|Avg: $160
96%
#58
Ryzen 7 5700X
MSRP: $299|Avg: $175
96%
#59
Core i5-9500
MSRP: $192|Avg: $65
95%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-750

#1
Ryzen 9 7950X
MSRP: $194|Avg: $20
25719%
#2
Core i9-10900T
MSRP: $120|Avg: $5
24302%
#3
Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE
MSRP: $423|Avg: $5
17645%
#4
Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85
5316%
#5
Ryzen 9 9950X
MSRP: $649|Avg: $129
4211%
#6
Ryzen 5 8400F
MSRP: $303|Avg: $55
3683%
#7
Ryzen 7 PRO 2700
MSRP: $299|Avg: $60
2110%
#8
Ryzen 5 2600X
MSRP: $229|Avg: $55
2082%
#9
Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
1896%
#10
Core Ultra 5 245KF
MSRP: $294|Avg: $189
1896%
#11
Ryzen 5 5500
MSRP: $159|Avg: $85
1875%
#12
Ryzen 5 3600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $80
1824%
#13
Core i3-9100E
MSRP: $202|Avg: $30
1798%
#14
Core Ultra 5 245K
MSRP: $319|Avg: $200
1791%
#15
Core i3-8300T
MSRP: $138|Avg: $25
1775%
#959
Core i3-4150
MSRP: $281|Avg: $70
100%
#960
Core i5-750
MSRP: $210|Avg: $30
100%
#961
Core i3-2100T
MSRP: $127|Avg: $127
100%
#962
Pentium E2210
MSRP: $84|Avg: $15
99%
#963
Core i3-560
MSRP: $138|Avg: $10
98%
#964
Core i3-550
MSRP: $138|Avg: $5
98%
#965
Core i7-980
MSRP: $583|Avg: $50
98%
#966
Pentium G3250
MSRP: $171|Avg: $25
97%
#967
Pentium E2200
MSRP: $84|Avg: $5
97%
#968
Core 2 Duo E7300
MSRP: $133|Avg: $133
96%
#969
Core i3-540
MSRP: $133|Avg: $5
96%
#971
Phenom II X3 700e
MSRP: $125|Avg: $40
96%
#972
Core i5-760
MSRP: $230|Avg: $61
96%
#973
Core i3-7102E
MSRP: $225|Avg: $80
95%
#974
Core 2 Quad Q8400
MSRP: $183|Avg: $128
94%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 5 7600X (2022) utilizes 5 nm, 6 nm technology and DDR5-5200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightRyzen 5 7600XCore i5-750
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($178)
More affordable ($30)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Lynnfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-750 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightRyzen 5 7600XCore i5-750
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+88%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($178)
More affordable ($30)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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 7600X and Core i5-750

AMD

Ryzen 5 7600X

The Ryzen 5 7600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 4.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 28,325 points. Launch price was $299.

Intel

Core i5-750

The Core i5-750 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 September 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,546 points. Launch price was $150.

Processing Power

The Ryzen 5 7600X packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i5-750 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Ryzen 5 7600X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen 5 7600X versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i5-750 — a 49.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 7600X (base: 4.7 GHz vs 2.66 GHz). The Ryzen 5 7600X uses the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Core i5-750 uses Lynnfield (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 7600X scores 28,325 against the Core i5-750's 2,546 — a 167% lead for the Ryzen 5 7600X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,900 vs 424, a 149% lead for the Ryzen 5 7600X that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 7600X vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i5-750.

FeatureRyzen 5 7600XCore i5-750
Cores / Threads
6 / 12+50%
4 / 4
Boost Clock
5.3 GHz+66%
3.2 GHz
Base Clock
4.7 GHz+77%
2.66 GHz
L3 Cache
32 MB (total)+300%
8 MB (total)
L2 Cache
6 MB+2300%
256 kB (per core)
Process
5 nm, 6 nm-89%
45 nm
Architecture
Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023)
Lynnfield (2009−2010)
PassMark
28,325+1013%
2,546
Cinebench R23 Multi
15,300
Geekbench 6 Single
2,900+584%
424
Geekbench 6 Multi
13,800
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 5 7600X uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i5-750 uses LGA1156 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 5 7600X versus DDR3-1333 on the Core i5-750 — the Ryzen 5 7600X supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 7600X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 28 (Ryzen 5 7600X) vs 16 (Core i5-750) — the Ryzen 5 7600X offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 5 7600X) and P55,H55,H57,Q57 (Core i5-750).

FeatureRyzen 5 7600XCore i5-750
Socket
AM5
LGA1156
PCIe Generation
PCIe 5.0+150%
PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR5-5200+67%
DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity
128 GB+700%
16 GB
RAM Channels
2
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
28+75%
16
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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 5 7600X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 5 7600X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 7600X) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-750). The Ryzen 5 7600X includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)), while the Core i5-750 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 7600X targets Gaming, Core i5-750 targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 7600X rivals Intel Core i5-13600K; Core i5-750 rivals Phenom II X4 965.

FeatureRyzen 5 7600XCore i5-750
Integrated GPU
Yes
No
IGPU Model
AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)
None
Unlocked
Yes
No
AVX-512
Yes
No
Virtualization
AMD-V
VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Target Use
Gaming
Legacy Desktop
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Value Analysis

The Ryzen 5 7600X launched at $299 MSRP, while the Core i5-750 debuted at $210. At current prices ($178 vs $30), the Core i5-750 is $148 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 7600X delivers 159.1 pts/$ vs 84.9 pts/$ for the Core i5-750 — making the Ryzen 5 7600X the 60.9% better value option.

FeatureRyzen 5 7600XCore i5-750
MSRP
$299
$210-30%
Avg Price (30d)
$178
$30-83%
Performance per Dollar
159.1+87%
84.9
Release Date
2022
2009