AMD Ryzen 5 8500G vs Intel Core i5-10500

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G and Intel Core i5-10500 CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G is 41% faster and 49% cheaper than Intel Core i5-10500.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 8500G
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PRICE$149.99$222.85
CPU MARK2159812738
VALUE14457
SOCKETAM5LGA 1200
TDP65W65W
EFFICIENCY332196
CORES6 x 3.50 GHz6 x 3.10 GHz
TURBO5.00 GHz4.50 GHz
THREADS38892765
DATEQ1/2024Q2/2020

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 5 8500G

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-10500

Is AMD Ryzen 5 8500G better than Intel Core i5-10500?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G offers a better deal than the Intel Core i5-10500 by 60%.


The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 65 watts and a CPUMark score of 21598. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 332. The Intel Core i5-10500 efficiency score is 196. So, the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G leads by 41%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


The value score is calculated by comparing the benchmark score with the price.