Ryzen 5 8500G vs Ryzen 7 3700X
Ryzen 5 8500G
Ryzen 7 3700X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 8500G
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 3700X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 8500G | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ More affordable ($140) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Phoenix2 (2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 8500G | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+12%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ More affordable ($140) |
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 8500G and Ryzen 7 3700X
Ryzen 5 8500G
The Ryzen 5 8500G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Phoenix2 (2024) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 5 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: 21,481 points. Launch price was $229.
Ryzen 7 3700X
The Ryzen 7 3700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 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 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 22,430 points. Launch price was $329.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 8500G packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 3700X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Ryzen 5 8500G versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3700X — a 12.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 8500G (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen 5 8500G uses the Phoenix2 (2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 8500G scores 21,481 against the Ryzen 7 3700X's 22,430 — a 4.3% lead for the Ryzen 7 3700X. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 8500G vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 3700X.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 8500G | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 8 / 16+33% |
| Boost Clock | 5 GHz+14% | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.6 GHz+3% |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) | 32 MB+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | 7 nm, 12 nm |
| Architecture | Phoenix2 (2024) | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 21,481 | 22,430+4% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 9,310 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,500 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 10,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 8500G uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 5 8500G versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 3700X — the Ryzen 5 8500G supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 8500G supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 14 (Ryzen 5 8500G) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 3700X) — the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 10 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: A620,B650,B650E,X670,X670E,B840,B850,X870,X870E (Ryzen 5 8500G) and AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 7 3700X).
| Feature | Ryzen 5 8500G | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200+25% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB+100% | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 14 | 24+71% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 8500G) / not specified (Ryzen 7 3700X). The Ryzen 5 8500G includes integrated graphics (Radeon 740M), while the Ryzen 7 3700X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 8500G targets General Use. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 8500G rivals Core i5-13400.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 8500G | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon 740M | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | General Use | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 8500G launched at $179 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 3700X debuted at $329. At current prices ($150 vs $140), the Ryzen 7 3700X is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 8500G delivers 143.2 pts/$ vs 160.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 3700X — making the Ryzen 7 3700X the 11.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 8500G | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $179-46% | $329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $140-7% |
| Performance per Dollar | 143.2 | 160.2+12% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2019 |
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