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

✅+100% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 16 MB).
✅Costs $60 less on MSRP ($299 MSRP vs $359 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen 7 5700G across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (21,845 vs 24,360).
❌No integrated graphics, while Ryzen 7 5700G can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 7 5700G.

Ryzen 7 5700G

2021

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +4.5% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Radeon Vega 8, while Ryzen 5 5600X needs a discrete GPU.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Ryzen 5 5600X.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (16 MB vs 32 MB).
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20.1% HIGHER MSRP
$359 MSRPvs$299 MSRP

Ryzen 5 5600X

2020

Ryzen 7 5700G

2021

Why buy it

✅+100% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 16 MB).
✅Costs $60 less on MSRP ($299 MSRP vs $359 MSRP).

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +4.5% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Radeon Vega 8, while Ryzen 5 5600X needs a discrete GPU.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Ryzen 5 5600X.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen 7 5700G across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (21,845 vs 24,360).
❌No integrated graphics, while Ryzen 7 5700G can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 7 5700G.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (16 MB vs 32 MB).
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20.1% HIGHER MSRP
$359 MSRPvs$299 MSRP

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen 7 5700G better than Ryzen 5 5600X?

Yes. Ryzen 7 5700G is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 4.5% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data, 11.5% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Ryzen 7 5700G is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 4.5% more average FPS across 50 shared CPU game tests.

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

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Ryzen 7 5700G is the better fit. You are getting 11.5% better PassMark, backed by 8 cores and 16 threads.

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

Ryzen 7 5700G is still the faster CPU overall, but Ryzen 5 5600X makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Ryzen 7 5700G is 20.1% more expensive on MSRP at $359 MSRP versus $299 MSRP, and it gives you a 4.5% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. Ryzen 5 5600X is also 7.7% better value on MSRP (73.1 vs 67.9 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper.

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

Ryzen 7 5700G is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2021 vs 2020) and more multi-core headroom with 8 cores / 16 threads instead of 6/12. That extra compute headroom should age better as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

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 5700G Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Ryzen 5 5600X	Ryzen 7 5700G
1080p
low	203 FPS	200 FPS
medium	174 FPS	173 FPS
high	140 FPS	139 FPS
ultra	107 FPS	106 FPS
1440p
low	169 FPS	169 FPS
medium	141 FPS	141 FPS
high	113 FPS	112 FPS
ultra	86 FPS	86 FPS
4K
low	85 FPS	84 FPS
medium	76 FPS	75 FPS
high	60 FPS	59 FPS
ultra	47 FPS	46 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Ryzen 5 5600X	Ryzen 7 5700G
1080p
low	464 FPS	474 FPS
medium	387 FPS	394 FPS
high	324 FPS	345 FPS
ultra	291 FPS	304 FPS
1440p
low	397 FPS	409 FPS
medium	334 FPS	351 FPS
high	290 FPS	313 FPS
ultra	253 FPS	266 FPS
4K
low	263 FPS	283 FPS
medium	226 FPS	249 FPS
high	205 FPS	235 FPS
ultra	171 FPS	200 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Ryzen 5 5600X	Ryzen 7 5700G
1080p
low	546 FPS	582 FPS
medium	473 FPS	484 FPS
high	432 FPS	438 FPS
ultra	358 FPS	378 FPS
1440p
low	508 FPS	525 FPS
medium	413 FPS	445 FPS
high	375 FPS	401 FPS
ultra	312 FPS	345 FPS
4K
low	348 FPS	398 FPS
medium	292 FPS	332 FPS
high	255 FPS	291 FPS
ultra	199 FPS	235 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Ryzen 5 5600X	Ryzen 7 5700G
1080p
low	546 FPS	609 FPS
medium	546 FPS	609 FPS
high	546 FPS	609 FPS
ultra	546 FPS	609 FPS
1440p
low	546 FPS	609 FPS
medium	546 FPS	609 FPS
high	546 FPS	609 FPS
ultra	524 FPS	609 FPS
4K
low	529 FPS	609 FPS
medium	484 FPS	590 FPS
high	435 FPS	528 FPS
ultra	379 FPS	437 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 5 5600X and Ryzen 7 5700G

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 5700G

The Ryzen 7 5700G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 April 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Cezanne (Zen 3) (2021) 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: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 24,360 points. Launch price was $359.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 5 5600X packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 7 5700G offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 5700G has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600X versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5700G — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.7 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Ryzen 5 5600X uses the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Ryzen 7 5700G uses Cezanne (Zen 3) (2021) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 5600X scores 21,845 against the Ryzen 7 5700G's 24,360 — a 10.9% lead for the Ryzen 7 5700G. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600X vs 16 MB on the Ryzen 7 5700G.

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600X	Ryzen 7 5700G
Cores / Threads	6 / 12	8 / 16+33%
Boost Clock	4.6 GHz	4.6 GHz
Base Clock	3.7 GHz	3.8 GHz+3%
L3 Cache	32 MB+100%	16 MB
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	512K (per core)
Process	7 nm, 12 nm	7 nm
Architecture	Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)	Cezanne (Zen 3) (2021)
PassMark	21,845	24,360+12%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	14,000
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,500
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	9,000

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Memory & Platform

Both processors use the AM4 socket with PCIe 4.0. Both support up to DDR4-3200 memory speed. Both support up to 128 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 24 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 5 5600X) and A320,B350,X370,B450,X470,B550,X570 (Ryzen 7 5700G).

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600X	Ryzen 7 5700G
Socket	AM4	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB	128 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	Yes	No
PCIe Lanes	24	24

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Advanced Features

Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Both support AMD-V virtualization. The Ryzen 7 5700G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 8), while the Ryzen 5 5600X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600X targets Desktop, Ryzen 7 5700G targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 5700G rivals Core i7-11700.

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600X	Ryzen 7 5700G
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	Radeon Vega 8
Unlocked	Yes	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	AMD-V	AMD-V
Target Use	Desktop	Gaming

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen 5 5600X launched at $299 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 5700G debuted at $359. On MSRP ($299 vs $359), the Ryzen 5 5600X is $60 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 5600X delivers 73.1 pts/$ vs 67.9 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 5700G — making the Ryzen 5 5600X the 7.4% better value option.