Ryzen Z2 Go vs Core i5-10505
Ryzen Z2 Go
Core i5-10505
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 i5-10505
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Z2 Go | Core i5-10505 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($120) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Rembrandt R (2025) / 6 nm) | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Z2 Go | Core i5-10505 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($120) |
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 i5-10505
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 i5-10505
The Core i5-10505 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2021 (4 years ago). It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 12,009 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Z2 Go packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i5-10505 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i5-10505 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen Z2 Go versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-10505 — a 6.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-10505 (base: 3 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Ryzen Z2 Go is built on the Rembrandt R (2025) architecture. In PassMark, the Ryzen Z2 Go scores 12,188 against the Core i5-10505's 12,009 — a 1.5% lead for the Ryzen Z2 Go. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Ryzen Z2 Go vs 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i5-10505.
| Feature | Ryzen Z2 Go | Core i5-10505 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz | 4.6 GHz+7% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3.2 GHz+7% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache+50% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | — |
| Process | 6 nm-57% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Rembrandt R (2025) | — |
| PassMark | 12,188+1% | 12,009 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 5,802 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,842 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 6,073 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: SVM (Ryzen Z2 Go) / not specified (Core i5-10505). The Ryzen Z2 Go includes integrated graphics (Radeon 680M), while the Core i5-10505 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Z2 Go targets Budget. Direct competitor: Ryzen Z2 Go rivals Core Ultra 5 135U.
| Feature | Ryzen Z2 Go | Core i5-10505 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Radeon 680M | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | SVM | — |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
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