Ryzen Z2 Go vs Core i5-10400
Ryzen Z2 Go
Core i5-10400
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
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Ryzen Z2 Go is positioned at rank #935 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Z2 Go
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10400
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Z2 Go | Core i5-10400 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($175) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Rembrandt R (2025) / 6 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Z2 Go | Core i5-10400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($175) |
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 Z2 Go and Core i5-10400
Ryzen Z2 Go
The Ryzen Z2 Go is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Rembrandt R (2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 6 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB + 8 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 12,188 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i5-10400
The Core i5-10400 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 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 11,988 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Z2 Go packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i5-10400 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i5-10400 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen Z2 Go versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i5-10400 — identical boost frequencies (base: 3 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Ryzen Z2 Go uses the Rembrandt R (2025) architecture (6 nm), while the Core i5-10400 uses Comet Lake (2020−2025) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Z2 Go scores 12,188 against the Core i5-10400's 11,988 — a 1.7% lead for the Ryzen Z2 Go. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 5,802 vs 8,313 (35.6% advantage for the Core i5-10400). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,842 vs 1,600, a 14.1% lead for the Ryzen Z2 Go that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Ryzen Z2 Go vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-10400.
| Feature | Ryzen Z2 Go | Core i5-10400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz | 4.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+3% | 2.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 12 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 6 nm-57% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Rembrandt R (2025) | Comet Lake (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 12,188+2% | 11,988 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 5,802 | 8,313+43% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,842+15% | 1,600 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 6,073 | — |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR5-6400 on the Ryzen Z2 Go versus DDR4-2666 on the Core i5-10400 — the Ryzen Z2 Go supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-10400 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Rembrandt-R (Ryzen Z2 Go) and 400-series (Core i5-10400).
| Feature | Ryzen Z2 Go | Core i5-10400 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | — | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR5-6400+25% | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: SVM (Ryzen Z2 Go) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-10400). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon 680M (Ryzen Z2 Go) and UHD Graphics 630 (Core i5-10400) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Z2 Go targets Budget, Core i5-10400 targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen Z2 Go rivals Core Ultra 5 135U; Core i5-10400 rivals Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Ryzen Z2 Go | Core i5-10400 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon 680M | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | SVM | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Budget | Gaming |
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