CPU
GPU
Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE
Core i9-9900K
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
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Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-9900K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE | Core i9-9900K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($146) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($331) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE | Core i9-9900K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+127%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($146) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($331) |
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 5655GE and Core i9-9900K
Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE 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 3.4 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: 18,169 points. Launch price was $299.
Core i9-9900K
The Core i9-9900K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 18,109 points. Launch price was $488.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i9-9900K offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Core i9-9900K has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE versus 5 GHz on the Core i9-9900K — a 12.8% clock advantage for the Core i9-9900K (base: 3.4 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i9-9900K uses Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE scores 18,169 against the Core i9-9900K's 18,109 — a 0.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE. L3 cache: 16 MB on the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE vs 16 MB (total) on the Core i9-9900K.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE | Core i9-9900K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 8 / 16+33% |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 5 GHz+14% |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.6 GHz+6% |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 18,169 | 18,109 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i9-9900K uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE | Core i9-9900K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1151 |
| 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
The Core i9-9900K includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE | Core i9-9900K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE launched at $146 MSRP, while the Core i9-9900K debuted at $488. At current prices ($146 vs $331), the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE is $185 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE delivers 124.4 pts/$ vs 54.7 pts/$ for the Core i9-9900K — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE the 77.8% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE | Core i9-9900K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $146-70% | $488 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $146-56% | $331 |
| Performance per Dollar | 124.4+127% | 54.7 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2018 |
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