
Ryzen 7 4700GE vs Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G

Ryzen 7 4700GE

Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G
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 7 4700GE
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 4700GE | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($146) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 4700GE | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+38%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($146) |
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 7 4700GE and Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G

Ryzen 7 4700GE
The Ryzen 7 4700GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 19,636 points. Launch price was $299.

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.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 4700GE packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 7 4700GE has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen 7 4700GE versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G — a 2.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G (base: 3.1 GHz vs 3.9 GHz). The Ryzen 7 4700GE uses the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G uses Cezanne (2021−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 4700GE scores 19,636 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G's 19,739 — a 0.5% lead for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Ryzen 7 4700GE vs 16 MB on the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 4700GE | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz | 4.4 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.9 GHz+26% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 16 MB+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Renoir (2020−2023) | Cezanne (2021−2025) |
| PassMark | 19,636 | 19,739 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 4700GE | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 4700GE launched at $299 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G debuted at $146. At current prices ($200 vs $146), the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G is $54 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 4700GE delivers 98.2 pts/$ vs 135.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G the 31.7% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 4700GE | Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299 | $146-51% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $146-27% |
| Performance per Dollar | 98.2 | 135.2+38% |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2024 |
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