AMD Ryzen 5 5600X vs Intel Core i5-12600KF
In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and Intel Core i5-12600KF CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is 26% slower and 26% cheaper than Intel Core i5-12600KF.
Specifications comparison
| PRICE | $134.85 | $169.99 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU MARK | 21916 | 27583 |
| VALUE | 163 | 162 |
| SOCKET | AM4 | LGA 1700 |
| TDP | 65W | 150W |
| EFFICIENCY | 337 | 184 |
| CORES | 6 x 3.70 GHz | 6 x 3.60 GHz |
| TURBO | 4.60 GHz | 4.90 GHz |
| THREADS | 3360 | 3925 |
| DATE | Q4/2020 | Q4/2021 |
Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
| Name | CPU mark | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Core i9-11900F | 22080 | $225 | |
| Intel Core i9-11900 | 22466 | $279.99 | |
| Intel Core i9-10850K | 22485 | $260 |
AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-12600KF
| Name | CPU mark | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMD Ryzen 7 5800X | 27932 | $165 | |
| AMD Ryzen 5 7600 | 27050 | $209.99 | |
| AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D | 28310 | $383.99 |
Is AMD Ryzen 5 5600X better than Intel Core i5-12600KF?
When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X offers a better deal than the Intel Core i5-12600KF by 1%.
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 i5-12600KF efficiency score is 184. So, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X leads by 45%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency
The value score is calculated by comparing the benchmark score with the price.