AMD Ryzen 3 5300G vs Intel Core i5-10400

I'm in the process of building a new PC and am trying to decide between an AMD Ryzen 3 5300G and an Intel Core i5-10400. Can anyone share some insights on these two CPUs? I've heard mixed things.

Hey @bullcitygal, both the Ryzen 3 5300G and Intel Core i5-10400 have their own pros and cons, but overall they're quite similar in terms of performance for general use cases. However, if you're looking for a high single-core boost frequency, the Ryzen 3 5300G might be the better choice.

I've used both @KsGaming2 and would also recommend taking a look at TechReviewer's article on this comparison: AMD Ryzen 3 5300G vs. Intel Core i5-10400. It gives a pretty comprehensive overview of how these two CPUs stack up against each other. You'll find that they perform similarly in most aspects, but there are some differences to consider depending on your needs.

Thanks for the advice, @melonhead316! I appreciate the link to the TechReviewer article. I'm mostly interested in gaming and general apps. Any suggestions?

For gaming, both CPUs will deliver mediocre performance, so you might not notice much difference between them unless you're playing very graphics-intensive games or if your system is bottlenecked by the CPU. The single-core boost frequencies for both processors are quite high, which should help with gaming performance.

@bullcitygal You're welcome! In that case, you might want to consider other factors like price, availability, and brand preference as well. Also, make sure to check if your chosen CPU is compatible with the rest of your build.

@shmoopsie That's true. Another factor to keep in mind is overclocking potential. The Ryzen 3 5300G has better support for overclocking than the Intel Core i5-10400, which could potentially lead to better performance gains.

Thanks for all the input, guys! It sounds like I'll need to do some more research and maybe even build a few test systems to see which one works best for my specific use case. Appreciate your help!

No problem, @bullcitygal! Good luck with your decision. Remember that you can always sell or trade in the CPU if it doesn't work out for you.

Right on, @bullcitygal! Just take your time and make sure you're comfortable with your choice. Building a PC is an exciting process!

Absolutely, @bullcitygal. Keep exploring and learning about these CPUs, and you'll end up making the right decision for your needs. Good luck!

I'm looking forward to building my new PC and seeing how it all comes together.