Intel Pentium G4520 vs Intel Pentium Silver J5005 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data delivers a surprisingly one-sided picture. Across every Cinebench iteration captured in the database, the Intel Pentium Silver J5005 finishes ahead of the Intel Pentium G4520. The margin is consistent, hovering around 15 percent regardless of workload type. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the J5005 scores 268 against 227 for the G4520, a delta of 15.3 percent. That pattern repeats in Cinebench R20 multicore, where the J5005 posts 1117 versus 949, again a 15 percent gap.

Single-core results tell the same story. The J5005 records 157 in Cinebench R20 single-core, while the G4520 manages 133, a 15.3 percent difference. In Cinebench R23, the J5005 reaches 375 single-core and 2660 multi-core, while the G4520 trails with 319 and 2261 respectively. The deltas are 14.9 percent for the single-core test and 15 percent for the multi-core run. There is no benchmark in the head-to-head set where the G4520 takes the lead. The win tally stands at zero for the G4520 and five for the J5005.

This consistency is notable because the two chips belong to different families with different design priorities. The G4520 is a desktop-oriented Skylake part with a 51 watt TDP and a 3.60 GHz base clock. The J5005 is a mobile-focused Goldmont Plus part with a 10 watt TDP and a 1500.00 MHz base clock that boosts to 2.80 GHz. Despite the G4520's much higher base frequency and substantially higher power envelope, the J5005's four physical cores and boost behavior produce better Cinebench outcomes across the board.

Looking at the broader database standings, both processors sit at the 21st percentile among all CPUs. Their average benchmark scores are nearly identical: 778 for the G4520 and 776 for the J5005. The nearest rival lists reinforce how close these two are in overall standing. The G4520 sits alongside the AMD A10-5800K at 778, the AMD Athlon X4 760K at 777, and the Intel Core i3-7100 at 781. The J5005 sits near the AMD Athlon X4 760K at 777, the Intel Core i3-3250T at 775, and the Intel Celeron G5920 at 775. Each processor is effectively the other's closest competitor, with a delta of 0.3 percent in the G4520's listing and 0.2 percent in the J5005's listing. In aggregate terms, the two are inseparable, yet the Cinebench suite consistently favors the J5005.

Where Each One Wins

The head-to-head data leaves little room for a G4520 victory in Cinebench workloads. Every recorded run, from R15 to R23, and from single-core to multi-core, lands in favor of the J5005. If the analysis is limited strictly to these benchmarks, the J5005 is the clear winner in all tested scenarios.

That said, the G4520 does not lack for strengths in the broader database context. Its average benchmark score of 778 is marginally higher than the J5005's 776, and it matches the AMD A10-5800K exactly at 778. The G4520 also edges out the AMD Athlon X4 760K by 0.2 percent and sits just 0.4 percent behind the Intel Core i3-7100. These figures suggest the G4520 holds its own in the general CPU population, even if the specific Cinebench tests favor its rival.

The J5005's advantages become apparent in scenarios that reward multi-threading and efficiency. Its four cores and four threads give it a structural edge in Cinebench multi-core runs, where it beats the G4520 by 15 percent in R15, R20, and R23. The J5005 also wins single-core tests despite a much lower base clock, which points to the effectiveness of its 2.80 GHz boost behavior. For workloads that resemble Cinebench's rendering and shading tasks, the J5005 is the stronger choice.

The G4520, meanwhile, offers a dual-core design with a 3.60 GHz base clock and no boost capability. Its strength lies in consistent, high-frequency operation rather than parallel throughput. In the database's average standings, the G4520's 778 average score edges the J5005's 776, so for users looking at overall CPU performance across a wide range of tasks, the G4520 remains competitive. The data does not show a scenario where the G4520 wins a head-to-head benchmark, but its aggregate standing keeps it within striking distance of the J5005.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel design lineages. The G4520 uses the Skylake architecture, built on a 14 nm process with 1,400 million transistors and a die size of 150 mm². The J5005 uses Goldmont Plus, also on a 14 nm process, but with a much smaller 93 mm² die. Both are manufactured by Intel, but the transistor count for the J5005 is not recorded in the database.

Core counts differ significantly. The G4520 has 2 cores and 2 threads, while the J5005 has 4 cores and 4 threads. This doubling of cores explains much of the J5005's multi-core advantage in Cinebench. The cache layouts also diverge. The G4520 offers 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The J5005 provides 56 KB of L1 cache per core and 4 MB of shared L2 cache, with no L3 cache listed. The J5005's larger shared L2 pool compensates for the absence of L3, at least in the recorded benchmarks.

Clock behavior is another major differentiator. The G4520 runs at a fixed 3.60 GHz base clock with no boost clock recorded. The J5005 starts at 1500.00 MHz and boosts up to 2.80 GHz. The G4520's higher sustained frequency is offset by the J5005's boost capability and additional cores. Power consumption reflects the design split: the G4520 draws 51 watts, while the J5005 draws only 10 watts.

Memory support also differs. The G4520 supports both DDR3 and DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 34.1 GB/s. The J5005 supports only DDR4, also dual-channel, but with a higher bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. Neither chip supports ECC memory. PCIe connectivity is another split: the G4520 offers Gen 3 with 16 lanes, while the J5005 offers Gen 2 with only 6 lanes. The G4520 uses Intel Socket 1151, and the J5005 uses Intel BGA 1090.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The G4520 carries Intel HD 530, while the J5005 features UHD Graphics 605. The G4520 is classified as a desktop part and remains active in production, while the J5005 is classified as mobile and is end-of-life. The G4520 launched on 2015-08-31, and the J5005 launched on 2017-12-10. Neither chip has an unlocked multiplier. The J5005 has a recorded launch MSRP of $161.

The Verdict

The benchmark data points clearly toward the Intel Pentium Silver J5005 for Cinebench-style workloads. It wins all five head-to-head tests, with margins between 14.9 percent and 15.3 percent. For rendering, shading, or any task that mirrors Cinebench's multi-threaded and single-threaded workloads, the J5005 is the better performer. Its four cores and boost clock deliver results that the G4520 cannot match, despite the G4520's higher base frequency and larger power envelope.

The G4520 still has a place in the database's overall standings. Its average benchmark score of 778 is slightly above the J5005's 776, and it matches the AMD A10-5800K exactly. The G4520 also comes within 0.4 percent of the Intel Core i3-7100, a more modern part. For users who prioritize sustained high clock speeds, desktop socket compatibility, or PCIe Gen 3 connectivity, the G4520 offers structural advantages that the Cinebench numbers do not capture.

However, the head-to-head record is unambiguous. The J5005 wins every recorded test, and the deltas are consistent enough to suggest a real performance gap rather than measurement noise. The J5005 also does this at a fraction of the power draw. The G4520's 51 watt TDP versus the J5005's 10 watt TDP is a significant difference in efficiency. The J5005 is end-of-life, while the G4520 remains active, but the recorded data favors the J5005 in every benchmark where the two are compared directly.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more head-to-head benchmarks?

A: The Intel Pentium Silver J5005 wins all five head-to-head Cinebench tests. The Intel Pentium G4520 wins zero.

Q: What is the performance difference in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The J5005 scores 2660, while the G4520 scores 2261. The J5005 leads by 15 percent.

Q: How do the two processors compare in average benchmark score?

A: The G4520 has an average benchmark score of 778, and the J5005 has an average of 776. The G4520 leads by 0.3 percent.

Q: Do both processors use the same manufacturing process?

A: Yes, both are built on a 14 nm process by Intel.

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The J5005 has 4 cores and 4 threads. The G4520 has 2 cores and 2 threads.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The G4520 has a TDP of 51 watts, and the J5005 has a TDP of 10 watts.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Pentium G4520 | Intel Pentium Silver J5005 |

| --- | --- | --- |

| Cores | 2 | 4 |

| Threads | 2 | 4 |

| Base clock | 3.60 GHz | 1500.00 MHz |

| Boost clock | None | 2.80 GHz |

| TDP | 51 W | 10 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1151 | Intel BGA 1090 |

| Architecture | Skylake | Goldmont Plus |

| Codename | Skylake | Gemini Lake |

| Generation | Pentium (Skylake) | Pentium (Goldmont Plus) |

| Transistors | 1,400 million | Not recorded |

| Die size | 150 mm² | 93 mm² |

| L1 cache | 64 KB (per core) | 56 KB (per core) |

| L2 cache | 256 KB (per core) | 4 MB (shared) |

| L3 cache | 4 MB (shared) | None |

| Memory support | DDR3, DDR4 | DDR4 |

| Memory bandwidth | 34.1 GB/s | 38.4 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 2, 6 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Intel HD 530 | UHD Graphics 605 |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Production status | Active | End-of-life |

| Release date | 2015-08-31 | 2017-12-10 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $161 |

| Part number | SR2HM | SR3S3 |

| Percentile vs all CPUs | 21 | 21 |

| Average benchmark score | 778 | 776 |