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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 i5-11500B

2021

Why buy it

✅Costs $144 less on MSRP ($185 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).
✅Delivers 79.1% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 92.3 vs 51.5 PassMark/$ ($185 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).
✅Draws 8W instead of 105W, a 98W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with UHD Graphics 32EU, while Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (12 MB vs 16 MB).
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X.

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X

2018

Why buy it

✅+33.3% larger total L3 cache (16 MB vs 12 MB).
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Wraith Prism), unlike Core i5-11500B.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (16,959 vs 17,075).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 51.5 vs 92.3 PassMark/$ ($329 MSRP vs $185 MSRP).
❌1300% higher power demand at 105W vs 7.5W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i5-11500B can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Core i5-11500B

2021

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X

2018

Why buy it

✅Costs $144 less on MSRP ($185 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).
✅Delivers 79.1% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 92.3 vs 51.5 PassMark/$ ($185 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).
✅Draws 8W instead of 105W, a 98W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with UHD Graphics 32EU, while Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X needs a discrete GPU.

Why buy it

✅+33.3% larger total L3 cache (16 MB vs 12 MB).
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Wraith Prism), unlike Core i5-11500B.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (12 MB vs 16 MB).
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (16,959 vs 17,075).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 51.5 vs 92.3 PassMark/$ ($329 MSRP vs $185 MSRP).
❌1300% higher power demand at 105W vs 7.5W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i5-11500B can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Quick Answers

So, is Core i5-11500B better than Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X?

Yes. Core i5-11500B is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 0.3% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data, 0.7% 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, Core i5-11500B is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 0.3% more average FPS across 4 shared CPU game tests.

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

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i5-11500B is the better fit. You are getting 0.7% better PassMark, backed by 6 cores and 12 threads.

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

Core i5-11500B is the smarter buy today. Core i5-11500B is $144 cheaper on MSRP at $185 MSRP versus $329 MSRP, and it gives you a 0.3% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 79.1% better value on MSRP (92.3 vs 51.5 PassMark/$), 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?

Core i5-11500B is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2021 vs 2018) and more multi-core headroom with 6 cores / 12 threads instead of 8/16. 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.

Core i5-11500B Benchmark Check

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i5-11500B	Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X
1080p
low	187 FPS	223 FPS
medium	151 FPS	191 FPS
high	122 FPS	156 FPS
ultra	100 FPS	113 FPS
1440p
low	151 FPS	183 FPS
medium	119 FPS	150 FPS
high	96 FPS	119 FPS
ultra	80 FPS	85 FPS
4K
low	84 FPS	71 FPS
medium	72 FPS	63 FPS
high	58 FPS	49 FPS
ultra	45 FPS	38 FPS

Open Core i5-11500B Open Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i5-11500B	Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X
1080p
low	394 FPS	346 FPS
medium	318 FPS	305 FPS
high	283 FPS	270 FPS
ultra	244 FPS	240 FPS
1440p
low	352 FPS	316 FPS
medium	288 FPS	285 FPS
high	263 FPS	250 FPS
ultra	226 FPS	218 FPS
4K
low	291 FPS	232 FPS
medium	243 FPS	213 FPS
high	223 FPS	195 FPS
ultra	188 FPS	170 FPS

Open Core i5-11500B Open Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i5-11500B	Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X
1080p
low	427 FPS	424 FPS
medium	427 FPS	424 FPS
high	427 FPS	424 FPS
ultra	427 FPS	424 FPS
1440p
low	427 FPS	424 FPS
medium	427 FPS	424 FPS
high	427 FPS	405 FPS
ultra	405 FPS	340 FPS
4K
low	427 FPS	391 FPS
medium	366 FPS	323 FPS
high	320 FPS	284 FPS
ultra	252 FPS	228 FPS

Open Core i5-11500B Open Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i5-11500B	Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X
1080p
low	427 FPS	424 FPS
medium	427 FPS	424 FPS
high	427 FPS	424 FPS
ultra	427 FPS	424 FPS
1440p
low	427 FPS	424 FPS
medium	427 FPS	424 FPS
high	427 FPS	424 FPS
ultra	427 FPS	424 FPS
4K
low	427 FPS	424 FPS
medium	427 FPS	424 FPS
high	427 FPS	413 FPS
ultra	422 FPS	359 FPS

Open Core i5-11500B Open Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-11500B and Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X

Core i5-11500B

The Core i5-11500B is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-H (2021) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB. L2 cache: 7.5 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1787. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 17,075 points. Launch price was $299.

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X

The Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 September 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 16,959 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-11500B packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-11500B versus 4.1 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X — a 11.5% clock advantage for the Core i5-11500B (base: 3.3 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i5-11500B uses the Tiger Lake-H (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X uses Zen+ (2018−2019) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-11500B scores 17,075 against the Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X's 16,959 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i5-11500B. L3 cache: 12 MB on the Core i5-11500B vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X.

Feature	Core i5-11500B	Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X
Cores / Threads	6 / 12	8 / 16+33%
Boost Clock	4.6 GHz+12%	4.1 GHz
Base Clock	3.3 GHz	3.6 GHz+9%
L3 Cache	12 MB	16 MB (total)+33%
L2 Cache	7.5 MB+1400%	512K (per core)
Process	10 nm-17%	12 nm
Architecture	Tiger Lake-H (2021)	Zen+ (2018−2019)
PassMark	17,075	16,959
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	9,500
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,255
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	6,243

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-11500B uses the FCBGA1787 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. 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 20 PCIe lanes.

Feature	Core i5-11500B	Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X
Socket	FCBGA1787	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200	DDR4-2933
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB	128 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	No	Yes
PCIe Lanes	20	20

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Core i5-11500B supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-11500B) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X). The Core i5-11500B includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 32EU), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-11500B targets Desktop / Mini PC, Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X targets Workstation.

Feature	Core i5-11500B	Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	UHD Graphics 32EU	—
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	Yes	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	AMD-V
Target Use	Desktop / Mini PC	Workstation

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-11500B launched at $185 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X debuted at $329. On MSRP ($185 vs $329), the Core i5-11500B is $144 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-11500B delivers 92.3 pts/$ vs 51.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X — making the Core i5-11500B the 56.7% better value option.