Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G vs Core i9-10900F
Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G
Core i9-10900F
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 5655G
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-10900F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G | Core i9-10900F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($146) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G | Core i9-10900F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+105%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($146) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) |
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 5655G and Core i9-10900F
Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 May 2024 (1 year 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: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 19,739 points. Launch price was $299.
Core i9-10900F
The Core i9-10900F 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 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 19,800 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i9-10900F offers 10 cores / 20 threads — the Core i9-10900F has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G versus 5.1 GHz on the Core i9-10900F — a 14.7% clock advantage for the Core i9-10900F (base: 3.9 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i9-10900F uses Comet Lake (2020−2025) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G scores 19,739 against the Core i9-10900F's 19,800 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i9-10900F. L3 cache: 16 MB on the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G vs 20 MB (total) on the Core i9-10900F.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G | Core i9-10900F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 10 / 20+67% |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 5.1 GHz+16% |
| Base Clock | 3.9 GHz+39% | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 20 MB (total)+25% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Comet Lake (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 19,739 | 19,800 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 13,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,701 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 8,456 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i9-10900F uses LGA1200 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G | Core i9-10900F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i9-10900F). Primary use case: Core i9-10900F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i9-10900F rivals Ryzen 7 3800X.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G | Core i9-10900F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G launched at $146 MSRP, while the Core i9-10900F debuted at $464. At current prices ($146 vs $300), the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G is $154 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G delivers 135.2 pts/$ vs 66.0 pts/$ for the Core i9-10900F — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G the 68.8% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G | Core i9-10900F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $146-69% | $464 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $146-51% | $300 |
| Performance per Dollar | 135.2+105% | 66.0 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2020 |
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