Intel Core i5-6500 vs AMD Ryzen 3 2200G

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Performance
Core i5-65001% better
6,88719% of 36,991
Ryzen 3 2200G
6,80518% of 36,991

The Core i5-6500 has 1% better performance than the Ryzen 3 2200G for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-6500
No data available
Ryzen 3 2200G
68.7457% of 121.53

The Ryzen 3 2200G has 57% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i5-6500 CPU

The Intel Core i5-6500 is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2015. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Skylake microarchitecture. The i5-6500 is compatible with Intel Socket 1151 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the HD Graphics 530 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-6500 supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-6500 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-6500 features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.6 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-6500 includes an integrated graphics solution called HD Graphics 530. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i5-6500 has the 344th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 18.62% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G CPU

The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2018 with a suggested retail price of $99. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 3 lineup, which is based on the Zen microarchitecture. The 2200G is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Vega 8 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 3 2200G supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 3 2200G has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 128 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 4 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 3 2200G features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.5 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.7 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 3 2200G includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon Vega 8. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Ryzen 3 2200G has the 350th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 18.40% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 6,805 score and $99 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 68.74. This is the 24th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCore i5-6500Ryzen 3 2200G
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i5Ryzen 3
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ3 2015Q1 2018
Launch Price (MSRP)--$99
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-65001% better
6,88719% of 36,991
Ryzen 3 2200G
6,80518% of 36,991

The Core i5-6500 has 1% better performance than the Ryzen 3 2200G for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-6500 is ranked 344th with a score of 6,887, and the Ryzen 3 2200G is ranked 350th with a score of 6,805.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-6500
No data available
Ryzen 3 2200G
68.7457% of 121.53

The Ryzen 3 2200G has 130% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Ryzen 3 2200G's 68.74 performance per dollar ranks it 0th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i5-6500 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-6600K7,754+13%
Ryzen 5 14007,363.5+7%
Core i5-11400T7,319+6%
FX-83507,230+5%
Core i5-65006,887
Core i5-45906,863-0%
Ryzen 3 2200G6,805-1%
Core i5-7500T6,740-2%
Core i5-35506,593-4%
Ryzen 3 1300X6,579-4%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i5-6500 orRyzen 3 2200G
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 3 3100108.1+57%
Ryzen 3 3300X107.93+57%
Core i3-9100F71.66+4%
Ryzen 3 2200G68.74
Ryzen 3 120054.82-20%
Core i5-840051.94-24%
Ryzen 3 1300X51-26%
Ryzen 5 160050.98-26%
Ryzen 5 1500X50.61-26%
Ryzen 5 2400G48.76-29%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkCore i5-6500Ryzen 3 2200G
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
6,887
(+1.2%)
6,805
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
541.5
577
(+6.56%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
146.5
(+0.62%)
145.6
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,267
(+15.16%)
2,837
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,199
(+20.38%)
996
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
5,630
6,762
(+20.11%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,109
(+2.78%)
2,052
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCore i5-6500Ryzen 3 2200G
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelGlobalFoundries
Process Size14 nm14 nm
Transistors--4,950 million

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecCore i5-6500Ryzen 3 2200G
SeriesCore i5Ryzen 3
MicroarchitectureSkylakeZen
CodenameSkylakeRaven Ridge
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecCore i5-6500Ryzen 3 2200G
Cores44
Threads44
Clock Speed3.2 GHz3.5 GHz
Turbo Clock3.6 GHz3.7 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier32.0x35.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoYes

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecCore i5-6500Ryzen 3 2200G
L1 Cache64 KB128 KB
L2 Cache256 KB512 KB
L3 Cache6 MB4 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecCore i5-6500Ryzen 3 2200G
SocketIntel Socket 1151AMD Socket AM4
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x8
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W65 W
Tcase Max72 °C--
TJ Max--95 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCore i5-6500Ryzen 3 2200G
Integrated GraphicsHD Graphics 530Radeon Vega 8
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, vPro, Boost 2.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, Precision Boost

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.