AMD Ryzen 5 5600 vs Intel Core i5-4300U Processor

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 is the faster processor, scoring 48/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 47/100 for the Intel Core i5-4300U Processor — roughly 2% faster. That said, the gap is small, so the cheaper option is often the smarter buy.

Winner

AMD Ryzen 5 5600

48
Gaming score / 100
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Intel

Intel Core i5-4300U Processor

47
Gaming score / 100
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Specs compared

SpecAMD Ryzen 5 5600Intel Core i5-4300U Processor
Gaming score48/10047/100
Cores / Threads6 / 122 / 4
Boost clock4.40 GHz2.90 GHz
TDP65 W15 W
SocketAM4-
MSRP$129.00-

AMD Ryzen 5 5600 vs Intel Core i5-4300U Processor: which should you buy?

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 is the faster processor, scoring 48/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 47/100 for the Intel Core i5-4300U Processor — roughly 2% faster. That said, the gap is small, so the cheaper option is often the smarter buy. For your specific games and resolution, run both through our comparison tool, check pairing with the bottleneck calculator, or see where each lands on the tier list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the AMD Ryzen 5 5600 better than the Intel Core i5-4300U Processor?
The AMD Ryzen 5 5600 is faster for gaming, scoring 48/100 versus 47/100 for the Intel Core i5-4300U Processor (about 2% faster).

Should I buy the AMD Ryzen 5 5600 or the Intel Core i5-4300U Processor?
For raw gaming performance, choose the AMD Ryzen 5 5600. If it costs notably more for only a small gain, the Intel Core i5-4300U Processor can be the better value. Check current prices before deciding.

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