Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 vs Core i5-10400
Ryzen 5 PRO 1600
Core i5-10400
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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. The Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 is positioned at rank #236 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 1600
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10400
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 | Core i5-10400 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($45) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($175) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 | Core i5-10400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+285%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($45) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($175) |
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 PRO 1600 and Core i5-10400
Ryzen 5 PRO 1600
The Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 11,875 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i5-10400
The Core i5-10400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 11,988 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 and Core i5-10400 share an identical 6-core/12-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i5-10400 — a 17.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-10400 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-10400 uses Comet Lake (2020−2025) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 scores 11,875 against the Core i5-10400's 11,988 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i5-10400. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-10400.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 | Core i5-10400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 4.3 GHz+19% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+10% | 2.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total)+33% | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core)+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Comet Lake (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 11,875 | 11,988 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 8,313 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,600 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-10400 uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 | Core i5-10400 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 5 PRO 1600) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-10400). The Core i5-10400 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-10400 targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-10400 rivals Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 | Core i5-10400 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 launched at $219 MSRP, while the Core i5-10400 debuted at $182. At current prices ($45 vs $175), the Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 is $130 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 delivers 263.9 pts/$ vs 68.5 pts/$ for the Core i5-10400 — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 the 117.6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 | Core i5-10400 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $219 | $182-17% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $45-74% | $175 |
| Performance per Dollar | 263.9+285% | 68.5 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2020 |
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