AMD Ryzen 5 5600X vs Intel Core i5-10600KF

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and Intel Core i5-10600KF CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is 35% faster and 18% more expensive than Intel Core i5-10600KF.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
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PRICE$134.85$110
CPU MARK2191614289
VALUE163130
SOCKETAM4LGA 1200
TDP65W125W
EFFICIENCY337114
CORES6 x 3.70 GHz6 x 4.10 GHz
TURBO4.60 GHz4.80 GHz
THREADS33602923
DATEQ4/2020Q3/2020

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 5 5600X

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-10600KF

Is AMD Ryzen 5 5600X better than Intel Core i5-10600KF?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X offers a better deal than the Intel Core i5-10600KF by 20%.


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 i5-10600KF efficiency score is 114. So, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X leads by 66%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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