AMD Ryzen 7 5700X vs Intel Core i5-10400

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and Intel Core i5-10400 CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is 54% faster and 44% more expensive than Intel Core i5-10400.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X
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PRICE$231.37$129
CPU MARK2661412134
VALUE11594
SOCKETAM4LGA 1200
TDP65W65W
EFFICIENCY409187
CORES8 x 3.40 GHz6 x 2.90 GHz
TURBO4.60 GHz4.30 GHz
THREADS33852572
DATEQ2/2022Q2/2020

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 7 5700X

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-10400

Is AMD Ryzen 7 5700X better than Intel Core i5-10400?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X offers a better deal than the Intel Core i5-10400 by 18%.


The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 65 watts and a CPUMark score of 26614. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 409. The Intel Core i5-10400 efficiency score is 187. So, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X leads by 54%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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