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AMD Ryzen 5 3500 vs Intel Core i5-10400 @ 2.90GHz
Comparing 2 of up to 6 processors side by side.
| Metric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Single core | 2,493 | 2,556 |
| Multicore | 12,746 | 11,963 |
| Estimated price | $76.99 | $123.49 |
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
| Threads | 6 | 12 |
| Performance cores | Not listed | Not listed |
| Efficient cores | Not listed | Not listed |
| Turbo clock | 4.1 GHz | 4.3 GHz |
| Typical TDP | 65 W | 65 W |
| Socket | AM4 | FCLGA1200 |
| First seen | Q4 2019 | Q2 2020 |
How do the benchmark scores compare?
AMD Ryzen 5 3500 has a PassMark single-core score of 2,493, compared with 2,556 for Intel Core i5-10400 @ 2.90GHz. Intel Core i5-10400 @ 2.90GHz has the higher score in this benchmark.
AMD Ryzen 5 3500 has a PassMark multicore score of 12,746, compared with 11,963 for Intel Core i5-10400 @ 2.90GHz. AMD Ryzen 5 3500 has the higher score in this benchmark.
Single-core scores describe one thread; multicore scores describe aggregate CPU throughput. These results do not establish which CPU is faster in every application. Compare platform support and total upgrade cost before buying.
AMD Ryzen 5 3500 lists AM4; Intel Core i5-10400 @ 2.90GHz lists FCLGA1200. Check the motherboard manufacturer's CPU support list and BIOS requirements. If the required platform changes, include motherboard, memory and cooling costs; the CPU price alone is not the full upgrade cost.
Sources and data freshness
- AMD Ryzen 5 3500 on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
- Intel Core i5-10400 @ 2.90GHz on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
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Benchmark scores do not predict frame rates in a particular game. Typical TDP is a specification, not measured electricity use. A matching socket does not confirm motherboard support; check the manufacturer's CPU support list and BIOS requirements.
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