CPU
GPU
Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G
Core i7-11700K
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 7 PRO 5755G
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-11700K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G | Core i7-11700K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($180) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Rocket Lake (2021) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G | Core i7-11700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+93%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($180) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
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 PRO 5755G and Core i7-11700K
Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G
The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 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: 24,216 points. Launch price was $299.
Core i7-11700K
The Core i7-11700K 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 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 24,362 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G and Core i7-11700K share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G versus 5 GHz on the Core i7-11700K — a 8.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-11700K (base: 3.8 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i7-11700K uses Rocket Lake (2021) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G scores 24,216 against the Core i7-11700K's 24,362 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i7-11700K. L3 cache: 16 MB on the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G vs 16 MB (total) on the Core i7-11700K.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G | Core i7-11700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz | 5 GHz+9% |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+6% | 3.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Rocket Lake (2021) |
| PassMark | 24,216 | 24,362 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 14,732 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-11700K uses LGA1200 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G | Core i7-11700K |
|---|---|---|
| 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 7 PRO 5755G) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-11700K). The Core i7-11700K includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 750), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G | Core i7-11700K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 750 |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G launched at $300 MSRP, while the Core i7-11700K debuted at $399. At current prices ($180 vs $350), the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G is $170 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G delivers 134.5 pts/$ vs 69.6 pts/$ for the Core i7-11700K — making the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G the 63.6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G | Core i7-11700K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $300-25% | $399 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180-49% | $350 |
| Performance per Dollar | 134.5+93% | 69.6 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2021 |
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