Ryzen 5 8400F vs Ryzen 7 5700G
Ryzen 5 8400F
Ryzen 7 5700G
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 8400F
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 5700G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 8400F | Ryzen 7 5700G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($55) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($160) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Phoenix (2023−2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (Zen 3) (2021) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 8400F | Ryzen 7 5700G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+193%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($55) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($160) |
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 8400F and Ryzen 7 5700G
Ryzen 5 8400F
The Ryzen 5 8400F is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Phoenix (2023−2024) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 24,554 points. Launch price was $170.
Ryzen 7 5700G
The Ryzen 7 5700G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 April 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Cezanne (Zen 3) (2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 24,360 points. Launch price was $359.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 8400F packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 7 5700G offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 5700G has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 5 8400F versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5700G — a 2.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 8400F (base: 4.2 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Ryzen 5 8400F uses the Phoenix (2023−2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Ryzen 7 5700G uses Cezanne (Zen 3) (2021) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 8400F scores 24,554 against the Ryzen 7 5700G's 24,360 — a 0.8% lead for the Ryzen 5 8400F. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 8400F vs 16 MB on the Ryzen 7 5700G.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 8400F | Ryzen 7 5700G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 8 / 16+33% |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz+2% | 4.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.2 GHz+11% | 3.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) | 16 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Phoenix (2023−2024) | Cezanne (Zen 3) (2021) |
| PassMark | 24,554 | 24,360 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 14,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 9,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 8400F uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 7 5700G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 8400F | Ryzen 7 5700G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 24 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 5 8400F) / AMD-V (Ryzen 7 5700G). The Ryzen 7 5700G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 8), while the Ryzen 5 8400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 5700G targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 5700G rivals Core i7-11700.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 8400F | Ryzen 7 5700G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Vega 8 |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 8400F launched at $303 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 5700G debuted at $359. At current prices ($55 vs $160), the Ryzen 5 8400F is $105 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 8400F delivers 446.4 pts/$ vs 152.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 5700G — making the Ryzen 5 8400F the 98.3% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 8400F | Ryzen 7 5700G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $303-16% | $359 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $55-66% | $160 |
| Performance per Dollar | 446.4+193% | 152.3 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2021 |
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