AMD Ryzen 5 5600X vs Intel Core i3-12100

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and Intel Core i3-12100 CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is 44% faster and 63% cheaper than Intel Core i3-12100.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
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PRICE$134.85$219.99
CPU MARK2191612169
VALUE16355
SOCKETAM4LGA 1700
TDP65W60W
EFFICIENCY337203
CORES6 x 3.70 GHz4 x 3.30 GHz
TURBO4.60 GHz4.30 GHz
THREADS33603174
DATEQ4/2020Q1/2022

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 5 5600X

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i3-12100

Is AMD Ryzen 5 5600X better than Intel Core i3-12100?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X offers a better deal than the Intel Core i3-12100 by 66%.


The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 65 watts and a CPUMark score of 21916. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 337. The Intel Core i3-12100 efficiency score is 203. So, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X leads by 40%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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