Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G vs Core i7-3970X
Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G
Core i7-3970X
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 PRO 2400G
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3970X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G | Core i7-3970X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($60) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G | Core i7-3970X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+67%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($60) |
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 2400G and Core i7-3970X
Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G
The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 May 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 8,527 points. Launch price was $169.
Core i7-3970X
The Core i7-3970X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 November 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,554 points. Launch price was $593.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i7-3970X offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i7-3970X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G versus 4 GHz on the Core i7-3970X — a 2.5% clock advantage for the Core i7-3970X (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G uses the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-3970X uses Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G scores 8,527 against the Core i7-3970X's 8,554 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i7-3970X. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G vs 15 MB (total) on the Core i7-3970X.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G | Core i7-3970X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz | 4 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+3% | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 15 MB (total)+275% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) | Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 8,527 | 8,554 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 742 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-3970X uses LGA2011 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G | Core i7-3970X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 4 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 40 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-3970X). Primary use case: Core i7-3970X targets HEDT Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i7-3970X rivals FX-9590.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G | Core i7-3970X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | HEDT Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G launched at $193 MSRP, while the Core i7-3970X debuted at $990. At current prices ($100 vs $60), the Core i7-3970X is $40 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G delivers 85.3 pts/$ vs 142.6 pts/$ for the Core i7-3970X — making the Core i7-3970X the 50.3% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G | Core i7-3970X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $193-81% | $990 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $60-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 85.3 | 142.6+67% |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2012 |
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