Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G vs Core i7-11700
Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G
Core i7-11700
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-11700
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Core i7-11700 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($160) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($274) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Rocket Lake (2021) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Core i7-11700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+70%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($160) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($274) |
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 i7-11700
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 i7-11700
The Core i7-11700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Rocket Lake (2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 20,625 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i7-11700 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Core i7-11700 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G versus 4.9 GHz on the Core i7-11700 — a 10.8% clock advantage for the Core i7-11700 (base: 3.9 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i7-11700 uses Rocket Lake (2021) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G scores 20,465 against the Core i7-11700's 20,625 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i7-11700. L3 cache: 16 MB on the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G vs 16 MB (total) on the Core i7-11700.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Core i7-11700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 8 / 16+33% |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.9 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 3.9 GHz+56% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core)+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Rocket Lake (2021) |
| PassMark | 20,465 | 20,625 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-11700 uses LGA1200 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Core i7-11700 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-3200 |
| 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 (Core i7-11700). The Core i7-11700 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 750), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-11700 targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i7-11700 rivals Ryzen 7 5800X.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Core i7-11700 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 750 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G launched at $259 MSRP, while the Core i7-11700 debuted at $323. At current prices ($160 vs $274), the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G is $114 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G delivers 127.9 pts/$ vs 75.3 pts/$ for the Core i7-11700 — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G the 51.8% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Core i7-11700 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $259-20% | $323 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $160-42% | $274 |
| Performance per Dollar | 127.9+70% | 75.3 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2021 |
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