Core i7-4790K vs Ryzen 5 2400G
The Core i7-4790K is about 4% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Core i7-4790K is 4% faster (29 vs 28).
- Cores: both have 4.
- Power (TDP): Core i7-4790K 88 W, Ryzen 5 2400G 65 W; the Ryzen 5 2400G delivers 31% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Ryzen 5 2400G is 4 years newer (2018 vs 2014).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1150 vs AM4), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i7-4790K | Ryzen 5 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 29 | 28 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 4th Gen | AMD Ryzen 2000 |
| Released | 2014 | 2018 |
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| Threads | 8 | 8 |
| Base clock | 4 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.4 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 88 W | 65 W |
| Socket | LGA1150 | AM4 |