Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE vs Core i5-12400F
Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
Core i5-12400F
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 7 PRO 5755GE
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-12400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($220) | ✅ More affordable ($110) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+87%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($220) | ✅ More affordable ($110) |
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 5755GE and Core i5-12400F
Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE 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 3.2 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): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 20,870 points. Launch price was $299.
Core i5-12400F
The Core i5-12400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 19,532 points. Launch price was $180.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i5-12400F offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-12400F — a 4.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i5-12400F uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE scores 20,870 against the Core i5-12400F's 19,532 — a 6.6% lead for the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE. L3 cache: 16 MB on the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE vs 18 MB (total) on the Core i5-12400F.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+5% | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+28% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 18 MB (total)+13% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 20,870+7% | 19,532 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 12,380 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,700 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 657 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-12400F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-12400F). Primary use case: Core i5-12400F targets Gaming Performance/Value. Direct competitor: Core i5-12400F rivals Ryzen 5 5600.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Gaming Performance/Value |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE launched at $220 MSRP, while the Core i5-12400F debuted at $174. At current prices ($220 vs $110), the Core i5-12400F is $110 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE delivers 94.9 pts/$ vs 177.6 pts/$ for the Core i5-12400F — making the Core i5-12400F the 60.7% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $220 | $174-21% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $220 | $110-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 94.9 | 177.6+87% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2022 |
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