Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G vs Core i5-12490F
Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G
Core i5-12490F
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 5650G
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-12490F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Core i5-12490F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($160) | ✅ More affordable ($150) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Core i5-12490F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($160) | ✅ More affordable ($150) |
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 5650G and Core i5-12490F
Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 June 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 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: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 20,465 points. Launch price was $299.
Core i5-12490F
The Core i5-12490F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 20,366 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G and Core i5-12490F share an identical 6-core/12-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-12490F — a 4.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-12490F (base: 3.9 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i5-12490F uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G scores 20,465 against the Core i5-12490F's 20,366 — a 0.5% lead for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G. L3 cache: 16 MB on the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G vs 20 MB (total) on the Core i5-12490F.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Core i5-12490F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.6 GHz+5% |
| Base Clock | 3.9 GHz+30% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 20 MB (total)+25% |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 7 nm-30% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 20,465 | 20,366 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 12,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,800 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 8,800 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-12490F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Core i5-12490F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-12490F). Primary use case: Core i5-12490F targets Gaming Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-12490F rivals Ryzen 5 5600X.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Core i5-12490F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Gaming Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G launched at $259 MSRP, while the Core i5-12490F debuted at $250. At current prices ($160 vs $150), the Core i5-12490F is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G delivers 127.9 pts/$ vs 135.8 pts/$ for the Core i5-12490F — making the Core i5-12490F the 6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Core i5-12490F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $259 | $250-3% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $160 | $150-6% |
| Performance per Dollar | 127.9 | 135.8+6% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2022 |
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