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Ryzen 5 5600G vs Core i5-8400
The Ryzen 5 5600G is quite a bit faster than the Core i5-8400 on average across 100+ games and it's also a better value for money, as it's $14.36 cheaper!
Ryzen 5 5600G42% Score
- Up to 30% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 3 years and 7 months newer
- Up to 42% more expensive – $184.59 vs $198.95
Core i5-840027% Score
- Up to 42% cheaper – $198.95 vs $184.59
- Up to 9% better value for money
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
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DesktopRadeon Graphics 448SP
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UHD Graphics 6303200 MHz (DDR4)
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Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen 5 5600G or Core i5-8400?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 5600G. It's 56% faster than the Core i5-8400 on average across 100+ games, scoring 42/100 vs 27/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 5 5600G than Core i5-8400?expand_more
56% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Ryzen 5 5600G or Core i5-8400?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 5600G is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 5 5600G worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 42/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen 5 5600G and Core i5-8400?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen 5 5600G scores 42/100, Core i5-8400 scores 27/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen 5 5600G or Core i5-8400 bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Ryzen 5 5600G or Core i5-8400?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 5600G is the stronger pick at 42/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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