Ryzen 5 5600X vs Ryzen 7 4700GE

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Ryzen 5 5600X

2020

Why buy it

✅+300% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 8 MB).
✅Delivers 11.2% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 73.1 vs 65.7 PassMark/$ ($299 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).
✅100+% more PCIe lanes (24 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌85.7% higher power demand at 65W vs 35W.

Ryzen 7 4700GE

2020

Why buy it

✅Draws 35W instead of 65W, a 30W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (19,636 vs 21,845).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (8 MB vs 32 MB).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 65.7 vs 73.1 PassMark/$ ($299 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).

Ryzen 5 5600X

2020

Ryzen 7 4700GE

2020

Why buy it

✅+300% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 8 MB).
✅Delivers 11.2% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 73.1 vs 65.7 PassMark/$ ($299 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).
✅100+% more PCIe lanes (24 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Why buy it

✅Draws 35W instead of 65W, a 30W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌85.7% higher power demand at 65W vs 35W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (19,636 vs 21,845).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (8 MB vs 32 MB).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 65.7 vs 73.1 PassMark/$ ($299 MSRP vs $299 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen 5 5600X better than Ryzen 7 4700GE?

Yes. Ryzen 5 5600X is the better overall CPU here. You are getting 11.2% better PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Ryzen 5 5600X is the better fit because it leads the single-thread side of the matchup with 7% higher max boost clock.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Ryzen 5 5600X is the better fit. You are getting 11.2% better PassMark, backed by 6 cores and 12 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 300% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 8 MB).

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Ryzen 5 5600X is the smarter buy today. Ryzen 5 5600X is in basically the same MSRP band at $299 MSRP versus $299 MSRP, and it gives you 11.2% higher PassMark. It is also 11.2% better value on MSRP (73.1 vs 65.7 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Ryzen 7 4700GE is the safer long-term CPU choice because it gives you more overall headroom and a better platform outlook.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Ryzen 5 5600X Benchmark Check

Ryzen 7 4700GE Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Ryzen 5 5600X	Ryzen 7 4700GE
1080p
low	203 FPS	174 FPS
medium	174 FPS	141 FPS
high	140 FPS	112 FPS
ultra	107 FPS	91 FPS
1440p
low	169 FPS	149 FPS
medium	141 FPS	119 FPS
high	113 FPS	95 FPS
ultra	86 FPS	77 FPS
4K
low	85 FPS	79 FPS
medium	76 FPS	69 FPS
high	60 FPS	54 FPS
ultra	47 FPS	42 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Ryzen 5 5600X	Ryzen 7 4700GE
1080p
low	464 FPS	336 FPS
medium	387 FPS	288 FPS
high	324 FPS	255 FPS
ultra	291 FPS	225 FPS
1440p
low	397 FPS	291 FPS
medium	334 FPS	258 FPS
high	290 FPS	233 FPS
ultra	253 FPS	200 FPS
4K
low	263 FPS	236 FPS
medium	226 FPS	217 FPS
high	205 FPS	198 FPS
ultra	171 FPS	173 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Ryzen 5 5600X	Ryzen 7 4700GE
1080p
low	546 FPS	491 FPS
medium	473 FPS	491 FPS
high	432 FPS	491 FPS
ultra	358 FPS	491 FPS
1440p
low	508 FPS	491 FPS
medium	413 FPS	491 FPS
high	375 FPS	449 FPS
ultra	312 FPS	391 FPS
4K
low	348 FPS	433 FPS
medium	292 FPS	366 FPS
high	255 FPS	324 FPS
ultra	199 FPS	262 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Ryzen 5 5600X	Ryzen 7 4700GE
1080p
low	546 FPS	491 FPS
medium	546 FPS	491 FPS
high	546 FPS	491 FPS
ultra	546 FPS	491 FPS
1440p
low	546 FPS	491 FPS
medium	546 FPS	491 FPS
high	546 FPS	491 FPS
ultra	524 FPS	460 FPS
4K
low	529 FPS	491 FPS
medium	484 FPS	444 FPS
high	435 FPS	390 FPS
ultra	379 FPS	329 FPS

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Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 5 5600X and Ryzen 7 4700GE

Ryzen 5 5600X

The Ryzen 5 5600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 21,845 points. Launch price was $299.

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.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 5 5600X packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 7 4700GE offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 4700GE has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600X versus 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen 7 4700GE — a 6.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600X (base: 3.7 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Ryzen 5 5600X uses the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Ryzen 7 4700GE uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 5600X scores 21,845 against the Ryzen 7 4700GE's 19,636 — a 10.7% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600X. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600X vs 8 MB on the Ryzen 7 4700GE.

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600X	Ryzen 7 4700GE
Cores / Threads	6 / 12	8 / 16+33%
Boost Clock	4.6 GHz+7%	4.3 GHz
Base Clock	3.7 GHz+19%	3.1 GHz
L3 Cache	32 MB+300%	8 MB
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	512 kB (per core)
Process	7 nm, 12 nm	7 nm
Architecture	Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)	Renoir (2020−2023)
PassMark	21,845+11%	19,636

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Memory & Platform

Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 4.0.

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600X	Ryzen 7 4700GE
Socket	AM4	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200	—
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	Yes	—
PCIe Lanes	24	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600X) / not specified (Ryzen 7 4700GE). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600X targets Desktop.

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600X	Ryzen 7 4700GE
Integrated GPU	No	—
Unlocked	Yes	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	AMD-V	—
Target Use	Desktop	—

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen 5 5600X launched at $299 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 4700GE debuted at $299. On MSRP ($299 vs $299), the Ryzen 7 4700GE is $0 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 5600X delivers 73.1 pts/$ vs 65.7 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 4700GE — making the Ryzen 5 5600X the 10.7% better value option.