Ryzen 9 5900H vs Ryzen 5 5500

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

13510

Passmark Score

19311

Performance Difference

Ryzen 5 5500 is 42.9% faster than Ryzen 9 5900H

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen 5 5500 performs 42.9% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Ryzen 9 5900H and Ryzen 5 5500.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Ryzen 9 5900H and Ryzen 5 5500

AMD

Ryzen 9 5900H

The Ryzen 9 5900H is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 January 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Cezanne U (Zen 3) (2021−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 13,510 points.

General Information

Type:Para notebooks
Series:AMD Cezanne (Zen 3, Ryzen 5000)
Designer:AMD
Release Date:7 January 2021 (4 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Cezanne U (Zen 3) (2021−2022)
Performance Ranking Position:1103

Technical Specifications

Cores:8
Threads:16
L1 Cache:512 kB
L2 Cache:4 MB
L3 Cache:16 MB
Max Frequency:4.6 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.3 GHz
Process Technology:7 nm
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:FP6
Power Consumption (TDP):45 Watt

Memory

AMD

Ryzen 5 5500

The Ryzen 5 5500 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 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: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 19,311 points. Launch price was $159.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$159
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:4 April 2022 (3 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Cezanne (2021−2025)
Performance Ranking Position:814

Technical Specifications

Cores:6
Threads:12
Die Size:180 mm2
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:16 MB
Max Frequency:4.2 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.6 GHz
Transistor Count:10,700 million
Process Technology:7 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Case Temperature (TCase):95 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:AM4
Power Consumption (TDP):65 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4-3200

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