AMD Ryzen 5 5600G vs. Intel Core i7-9700 in Multitasking?

Started by makeherblush on June 06, 2024

CPU INTEL AMD 5600G 9700

I've been trying to decide between the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G and the Intel Core i7-9700 for my new build, but I'm specifically interested in how they'll perform in multitasking. Any insights?

Solved by verticalmike in post #8
No problem! Just remember that TechReviewer has a great article AMD Ryzen 5 5600G vs. Intel Core i7-9700 discussing the differences between these two processors in more detail. It might be worth checking out if you're still on the fence.

The Ryzen 5 5600G has a 6-core processor with 12 threads, while the Core i7-9700 is an 8-core processor with 8 threads. In terms of single-core boost frequencies, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G boasts 4.4 GHz and the Intel Core i7-9700 offers 4.70 GHz.

Yeah, but it's important to note that the Ryzen 5 5600G also has a base frequency of 3.9 GHz compared to the Core i7-9700's 3.00 GHz. I think this might give the AMD processor an edge in some cases.

You're right! Also, if you have a look at TechReviewer's comparison article AMD Ryzen 5 5600G vs. Intel Core i7-9700, it shows that when it comes to multitasking, the Intel Core i7-9700 has an edge due to its higher core count and better performance in general app usage and professional tools. However, the Ryzen 5 5600G still offers good performance overall.

Thanks for the input! So it seems like if I'm doing a lot of multitasking, the Core i7-9700 would be the better choice. But if I'm mostly running single-threaded applications or don't need as much power for multitasking, the Ryzen 5 5600G could still work well?

Exactly! It really depends on your specific use case and how you plan to utilize your system. If multitasking is a priority for you, then the Core i7-9700 would be the better option. But if you're more focused on single-threaded applications or have limited desk space like @antiquee mentioned earlier, the Ryzen 5 5600G could still be a good choice.

True! It's always helpful to read multiple reviews and compare different sources before making a decision. Thanks for sharing your insights, everyone!

No problem! Just remember that TechReviewer has a great article AMD Ryzen 5 5600G vs. Intel Core i7-9700 discussing the differences between these two processors in more detail. It might be worth checking out if you're still on the fence.

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I'll definitely take a look at that article. Thanks again for all the advice!