Ryzen 5 5600G vs Ryzen 7 3800X
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (42 vs 43).
- Cores: Ryzen 7 3800X has 8 vs 6.
- Power (TDP): Ryzen 5 5600G 65 W, Ryzen 7 3800X 105 W; the Ryzen 5 5600G delivers 58% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Ryzen 5 5600G is 2 years newer (2021 vs 2019).
- Platform: both use socket AM4.
Specs
| Spec | Ryzen 5 5600G | Ryzen 7 3800X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 42 | 43 |
| Brand / series | AMD Ryzen 5000 | AMD Ryzen 3000 |
| Released | 2021 | 2019 |
| Cores | 6 | 8 |
| Threads | 12 | 16 |
| Base clock | 3.9 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.5 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 65 W | 105 W |
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |