Ryzen 5 8600G vs Core i5-14400
Ryzen 5 8600G
Core i5-14400
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 8600G
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-14400
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 8600G | Core i5-14400 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($190) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($197) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Phoenix (2023−2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 8600G | Core i5-14400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+3%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($190) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($197) |
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 8600G and Core i5-14400
Ryzen 5 8600G
The Ryzen 5 8600G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Phoenix (2023−2024) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 4.3 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: 25,248 points. Launch price was $229.
Core i5-14400
The Core i5-14400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 10 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 25,329 points. Launch price was $221.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 8600G packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i5-14400 offers 10 cores / 16 threads — the Core i5-14400 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Ryzen 5 8600G versus 4.7 GHz on the Core i5-14400 — a 6.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 8600G (base: 4.3 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Ryzen 5 8600G uses the Phoenix (2023−2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Core i5-14400 uses Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 8600G scores 25,248 against the Core i5-14400's 25,329 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i5-14400. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 8600G vs 20 MB (total) on the Core i5-14400.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 8600G | Core i5-14400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 10 / 16+67% |
| Boost Clock | 5 GHz+6% | 4.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.3 GHz+72% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) | 20 MB (total)+25% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+25% |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Phoenix (2023−2024) | Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 25,248 | 25,329 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 8600G uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-14400 uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 8600G | Core i5-14400 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 8600G launched at $229 MSRP, while the Core i5-14400 debuted at $221. At current prices ($190 vs $197), the Ryzen 5 8600G is $7 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 8600G delivers 132.9 pts/$ vs 128.6 pts/$ for the Core i5-14400 — making the Ryzen 5 8600G the 3.3% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 8600G | Core i5-14400 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $229 | $221-3% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $190-4% | $197 |
| Performance per Dollar | 132.9+3% | 128.6 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2024 |
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