AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE vs AMD Ryzen 7 5825U Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE and AMD Ryzen 7 5825U are both Zen 3 parts from the 5000 series, but they target different segments: the former is a 65 W desktop processor on AMD Socket AM4, while the latter is a 15 W mobile processor on AMD Socket FP6. The recorded head-to-head data shows 9 benchmark wins for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE and 6 wins for the Ryzen 7 5825U, yet the nature of those wins reveals a clear division of labor.

The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE dominates in sustained multi-threaded rendering workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15504 versus 10152 for the Ryzen 7 5825U is a 52.7% advantage, the largest margin in the entire comparison. The single-core Cinebench R23 result follows the same pattern: 2188 versus 1452, a 50.7% lead. These are not marginal differences; they indicate that the desktop part sustains high clocks across all cores for extended periods, something the 15 W mobile chip cannot match under the same thermal constraints.

The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE also wins in several Passmark sub-tests: data compression (228037 vs 221938, +2.7%), data encryption (14509 vs 14088, +3%), extended instructions (15714 vs 14394, +9.2%), find prime numbers (49 vs 48, +2.1%), random string sorting (23769 vs 23539, +1%), and single-thread performance (3240 vs 3053, +6.1%). The single-thread Passmark win is notable because the Ryzen 7 5825U has a higher boost clock of 4.50 GHz versus 4.40 GHz, yet the desktop chip still comes out ahead, suggesting better sustained boost behavior.

The Ryzen 7 5825U, despite its lower TDP, takes the wins in several other categories. It leads in Cinebench R15 multi-core (1757 vs 1562, -11.1% from the perspective of the Ryzen 5) and Cinebench R15 single-core (232 vs 220, -5.2%). It also wins Passmark floating point math (38482 vs 38204, +0.7%), integer math (72577 vs 67582, +6.9%), multithread (18131 vs 18057, +0.4%), and physics (774 vs 648, +16.3%). The physics result is the second-largest margin in the dataset, and it is particularly interesting because the Ryzen 7 5825U has 8 cores and 16 threads versus 6 cores and 12 threads for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE.

The overall average benchmark scores from the database place the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE at 25880 and the Ryzen 7 5825U at 25446, a gap of roughly 1.7% in favor of the desktop chip. Both processors sit at the 78th percentile among all CPUs, meaning they occupy a similar tier in the overall performance distribution. The nearest rivals for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE include the Intel Core i7-11700K (25812, +0.3%), AMD Ryzen 5 230 (25782, +0.4%), AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 (25981, -0.4%), and Intel Core i7-14701TE (26013, -0.5%). For the Ryzen 7 5825U, the nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U (25432, +0.1%), Intel Core i7-11700KF (25423, +0.1%), AMD Ryzen 5 7640U (25485, -0.2%), and AMD Ryzen 7 5700 (25517, -0.3%). These delta values are all within a fraction of a percent, confirming that both chips sit in a tightly packed performance band.

The Verdict

The data points to a straightforward conclusion: the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE is the stronger choice for desktop workloads that stress sustained multi-core performance, particularly rendering and content creation. The 52.7% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core is the single most decisive measurement in this comparison, and it is supported by a 50.7% lead in single-core Cinebench R23. Anyone running Cinebench-style workloads, video encoding, or 3D rendering should favor the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE without hesitation.

The AMD Ryzen 7 5825U, however, is not a weak performer. It wins the physics sub-test by 16.3% and integer math by 6.9%, and it edges out the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE in Passmark multithread by 0.4%. These wins suggest that the 8-core, 16-thread configuration has real advantages in certain parallel integer workloads, despite the much lower 15 W TDP. The Ryzen 7 5825U also wins both Cinebench R15 tests, which are older and shorter workloads; this is likely a reflection of its higher boost clock of 4.50 GHz and the fact that short bursts do not allow the desktop chip to fully stretch its legs.

For a system builder choosing between the two, the decision hinges on the use case. The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE is a desktop part with a 65 W TDP, 6 cores, 12 threads, and Radeon Vega 7 graphics. It is the better processor for sustained rendering, single-thread-heavy applications, and anything that benefits from the larger thermal headroom of a desktop socket. The Ryzen 7 5825U is a mobile part with a 15 W TDP, 8 cores, 16 threads, and Radeon Vega 8 graphics. It is the better choice for power-constrained systems, mobile devices, and workloads that scale with core count in short bursts, such as physics simulations or integer math.

Both chips share the same Zen 3 architecture, 7 nm process node, TSMC foundry, 10,700 million transistors, and 180 mm² die size. They both support DDR4 memory in dual-channel mode with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth, and both support ECC memory. The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE was released on 2024-05-06, while the Ryzen 7 5825U was released on 2022-01-05. Neither has a launch MSRP in the database, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest margin in the entire dataset is Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE scores 15504 against 10152 for the Ryzen 7 5825U, a delta of 52.7%. This is a decisive result. The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE also wins Cinebench R23 single-core by 50.7% (2188 vs 1452), which is remarkable given that the Ryzen 7 5825U has a higher boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The recorded data suggests the desktop chip sustains its boost more effectively.

The Ryzen 7 5825U wins Cinebench R15 multi-core with 1757 versus 1562, an 11.1% margin in its favor. It also wins Cinebench R15 single-core with 232 versus 220, a 5.2% margin. These older benchmarks favor the mobile chip, likely due to its higher boost clock and the shorter duration of the R15 test.

In the Passmark suite, the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE wins 6 of 10 sub-tests. The largest Passmark win for the desktop chip is extended instructions at 9.2% (15714 vs 14394). The Ryzen 7 5825U wins the remaining 4 Passmark sub-tests, with the largest being physics at 16.3% (774 vs 648). The integer math win for the Ryzen 7 5825U is 6.9% (72577 vs 67582), and the floating point math win is 0.7% (38482 vs 38204), which is nearly a tie. The Passmark multithread result is also close: 18131 for the Ryzen 7 5825U versus 18057 for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE, a 0.4% difference.

The single-thread Passmark results are consistent: the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE scores 3240 and the Ryzen 7 5825U scores 3053, a 6.1% lead for the desktop chip. This appears twice in the dataset (passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread), both with identical values, confirming the measurement.

The average benchmark score for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE is 25880, and for the Ryzen 7 5825U it is 25446. The difference of 434 points is small relative to the spread of the individual tests, which is why both processors share the 78th percentile ranking.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE is significantly faster, scoring 15504 versus 10152 for the AMD Ryzen 7 5825U, a 52.7% advantage.

Q: Does the Ryzen 7 5825U win any benchmarks?

A: Yes. The Ryzen 7 5825U wins Cinebench R15 multi-core (1757 vs 1562), Cinebench R15 single-core (232 vs 220), Passmark physics (774 vs 648), Passmark integer math (72577 vs 67582), Passmark floating point math (38482 vs 38204), and Passmark multithread (18131 vs 18057).

Q: How do the core counts differ?

A: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Ryzen 7 5825U has 8 cores and 16 threads. Despite having fewer cores, the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE wins most benchmarks due to its higher 65 W TDP and desktop socket.

Q: What is the single-thread performance comparison?

A: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE scores 3240 in Passmark single-thread, while the Ryzen 7 5825U scores 3053, a 6.1% lead for the desktop chip. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE leads by 50.7% (2188 vs 1452).

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE and the Ryzen 7 5825U support ECC memory. Both also support DDR4 in dual-channel mode with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: How do their overall average benchmark scores compare?

A: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has an average benchmark score of 25880, and the Ryzen 7 5825U has an average of 25446. Both are at the 78th percentile among all CPUs.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE and AMD Ryzen 7 5825U share the same fundamental architecture: both are Zen 3 parts from the 5000 series, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC, with 10,700 million transistors and a die size of 180 mm². The codename for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE is Cezanne, while the Ryzen 7 5825U uses the Barcelo codename, though both are listed under the Ryzen 5 and Ryzen 7 generations respectively with Zen 3 (Cezanne) architecture.

The most obvious difference is core count. The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Ryzen 7 5825U has 8 cores and 16 threads. The L3 cache is 16 MB on both, but the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE lists it as 16 MB (without the "shared" qualifier) while the Ryzen 7 5825U lists it as 16 MB (shared). L1 cache is 64 KB per core on both, and L2 cache is 512 KB per core on both.

Clock speeds differ significantly. The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The Ryzen 7 5825U has a base clock of 2000.00 MHz (2.00 GHz) and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The higher boost clock on the mobile chip does not translate into better sustained performance, as the benchmark data shows.

TDP is a major differentiator: 65 W for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE versus 15 W for the Ryzen 7 5825U. This explains the desktop chip's ability to sustain high clocks in Cinebench R23 multi-core. The socket also differs: AMD Socket AM4 for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE and AMD Socket FP6 for the Ryzen 7 5825U. The market segments reflect this: Desktop for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE and Mobile for the Ryzen 7 5825U.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has Radeon Vega 7, while the Ryzen 7 5825U has Radeon Vega 8. Both support DDR4 memory in dual-channel mode with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth, and both support ECC memory. PCIe is Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only) on both. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The release dates are roughly two years apart: 2024-05-06 for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE and 2022-01-05 for the Ryzen 7 5825U. Both are currently marked as Active in production status. Neither has a launch MSRP in the database. The part numbers are 100-000001514 for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE and 100-000000580 for the Ryzen 7 5825U.

In short, the architectural differences that matter most for performance are core count, TDP, and clock behavior. The Ryzen 7 5825U has more cores but a much lower TDP, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has fewer cores but a much higher TDP and better sustained performance in the majority of recorded benchmarks.