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.

Core i5-13490F

2023

Why buy it

✅Costs $214 less on MSRP ($235 MSRP vs $449 MSRP).
✅Delivers 83.9% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 113.5 vs 61.7 PassMark/$ ($235 MSRP vs $449 MSRP).
✅Draws 65W instead of 105W, a 40W reduction.
✅Newer platform on LGA1700 with DDR5 support instead of AM4 and DDR4.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Intel Stock), unlike Ryzen 7 5800X.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen 7 5800X across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (26,670 vs 27,712).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (24 MB vs 32 MB).

Ryzen 7 5800X

2020

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +6.5% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+33.3% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 24 MB).
✅20% more PCIe lanes (24 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 61.7 vs 113.5 PassMark/$ ($449 MSRP vs $235 MSRP).
❌61.5% higher power demand at 105W vs 65W.
❌Older platform position on AM4 with DDR4, while Core i5-13490F moves to LGA1700 and DDR5.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Core i5-13490F.

Core i5-13490F

2023

Ryzen 7 5800X

2020

Why buy it

✅Costs $214 less on MSRP ($235 MSRP vs $449 MSRP).
✅Delivers 83.9% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 113.5 vs 61.7 PassMark/$ ($235 MSRP vs $449 MSRP).
✅Draws 65W instead of 105W, a 40W reduction.
✅Newer platform on LGA1700 with DDR5 support instead of AM4 and DDR4.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Intel Stock), unlike Ryzen 7 5800X.

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +6.5% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+33.3% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 24 MB).
✅20% more PCIe lanes (24 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen 7 5800X across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (26,670 vs 27,712).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (24 MB vs 32 MB).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 61.7 vs 113.5 PassMark/$ ($449 MSRP vs $235 MSRP).
❌61.5% higher power demand at 105W vs 65W.
❌Older platform position on AM4 with DDR4, while Core i5-13490F moves to LGA1700 and DDR5.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Core i5-13490F.

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen 7 5800X better than Core i5-13490F?

Yes. Ryzen 7 5800X is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 6.5% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data and 3.9% better PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Ryzen 7 5800X is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 6.5% 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 5800X is the better fit. You are getting 3.9% better PassMark, backed by 8 cores and 16 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 33.3% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 24 MB).

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

Ryzen 7 5800X is still the faster CPU overall, but Core i5-13490F makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Ryzen 7 5800X is 91.1% more expensive on MSRP at $449 MSRP versus $235 MSRP, and it gives you a 6.5% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. Core i5-13490F is also 83.9% better value on MSRP (113.5 vs 61.7 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper. That said, if you already own a compatible LGA1700 + DDR5 setup, Core i5-13490F can still make sense as a platform-matched option because it avoids a motherboard and RAM swap.

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

Core i5-13490F is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2023 vs 2020) and a healthier platform with LGA1700 and DDR5 instead of AM4. That should give you a better long-term upgrade path for motherboard, RAM, and future CPU swaps.

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.

Core i5-13490F Benchmark Check

Ryzen 7 5800X Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i5-13490F	Ryzen 7 5800X
1080p
low	246 FPS	206 FPS
medium	231 FPS	178 FPS
high	196 FPS	146 FPS
ultra	169 FPS	110 FPS
1440p
low	215 FPS	170 FPS
medium	183 FPS	142 FPS
high	151 FPS	115 FPS
ultra	132 FPS	88 FPS
4K
low	149 FPS	83 FPS
medium	127 FPS	74 FPS
high	98 FPS	59 FPS
ultra	86 FPS	46 FPS

Open Core i5-13490F Open Ryzen 7 5800X

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i5-13490F	Ryzen 7 5800X
1080p
low	590 FPS	662 FPS
medium	501 FPS	558 FPS
high	422 FPS	466 FPS
ultra	377 FPS	417 FPS
1440p
low	485 FPS	563 FPS
medium	427 FPS	493 FPS
high	370 FPS	423 FPS
ultra	316 FPS	361 FPS
4K
low	296 FPS	350 FPS
medium	263 FPS	308 FPS
high	248 FPS	288 FPS
ultra	215 FPS	250 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i5-13490F	Ryzen 7 5800X
1080p
low	667 FPS	693 FPS
medium	667 FPS	651 FPS
high	667 FPS	570 FPS
ultra	667 FPS	464 FPS
1440p
low	667 FPS	693 FPS
medium	667 FPS	573 FPS
high	667 FPS	498 FPS
ultra	656 FPS	413 FPS
4K
low	596 FPS	484 FPS
medium	502 FPS	410 FPS
high	447 FPS	363 FPS
ultra	376 FPS	302 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i5-13490F	Ryzen 7 5800X
1080p
low	667 FPS	693 FPS
medium	667 FPS	693 FPS
high	667 FPS	693 FPS
ultra	667 FPS	693 FPS
1440p
low	667 FPS	693 FPS
medium	667 FPS	693 FPS
high	667 FPS	672 FPS
ultra	592 FPS	593 FPS
4K
low	661 FPS	604 FPS
medium	585 FPS	550 FPS
high	514 FPS	495 FPS
ultra	436 FPS	436 FPS

Open Core i5-13490F Open Ryzen 7 5800X

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-13490F and Ryzen 7 5800X

Core i5-13490F

The Core i5-13490F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 10 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 26,670 points. Launch price was $235.

Ryzen 7 5800X

The Ryzen 7 5800X 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 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 27,712 points. Launch price was $449.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-13490F packs 10 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 7 5800X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Core i5-13490F has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Core i5-13490F versus 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5800X — a 2.1% clock advantage for the Core i5-13490F (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Core i5-13490F uses the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture (10 nm), while the Ryzen 7 5800X uses Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-13490F scores 26,670 against the Ryzen 7 5800X's 27,712 — a 3.8% lead for the Ryzen 7 5800X. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core i5-13490F vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 5800X.

Feature	Core i5-13490F	Ryzen 7 5800X
Cores / Threads	10 / 16+25%	8 / 16
Boost Clock	4.8 GHz+2%	4.7 GHz
Base Clock	2.5 GHz	3.8 GHz+52%
L3 Cache	24 MB (total)	32 MB+33%
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)+150%	512K (per core)
Process	10 nm	7 nm, 12 nm-30%
Architecture	Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024)	Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
PassMark	26,670	27,712+4%
Cinebench R23 Multi	16,500	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,844	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	11,200	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-13490F uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 7 5800X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Core i5-13490F versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 5800X — the Core i5-13490F supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-13490F supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i5-13490F) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 5800X) — the Ryzen 7 5800X offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: B660,B760,H610,H670,Z690,Z790 (Core i5-13490F) and AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 7 5800X).

Feature	Core i5-13490F	Ryzen 7 5800X
Socket	LGA1700	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-4800+25%	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	192 GB+50%	128 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	No	Yes
PCIe Lanes	20	24+20%

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 7 5800X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-13490F) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 5800X). Primary use case: Core i5-13490F targets Gaming, Ryzen 7 5800X targets Desktop.

Feature	Core i5-13490F	Ryzen 7 5800X
Integrated GPU	No	No
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, EPT	AMD-V
Target Use	Gaming	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-13490F launched at $235 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 5800X debuted at $449. On MSRP ($235 vs $449), the Core i5-13490F is $214 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-13490F delivers 113.5 pts/$ vs 61.7 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 5800X — making the Core i5-13490F the 59.1% better value option.