Intel Core i5-12600K vs Intel Core i5-12600KF

In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i5-12600K and Intel Core i5-12600KF CPUs. The Intel Core i5-12600K is 0% faster and 2% cheaper than Intel Core i5-12600KF.

Specifications comparison

Intel Core i5-12600K
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PRICE£169.99£174.12
CPU MARK2760427583
VALUE162158
SOCKETLGA 1700LGA 1700
TDP150W150W
EFFICIENCY184184
CORES6 x 3.70 GHz6 x 3.60 GHz
TURBO4.90 GHz4.90 GHz
THREADS39253925
DATEQ4/2021Q4/2021

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-12600K

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X
27892
£225
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D
28310
£419.02
AMD Ryzen 5 7600X
28375
£188.97

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-12600KF

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X
27892
£225
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D
28310
£419.02
AMD Ryzen 5 7600X
28375
£188.97

Is Intel Core i5-12600K better than Intel Core i5-12600KF?

When considering value for money, the Intel Core i5-12600K offers a better deal than the Intel Core i5-12600KF by 2%.


The Intel Core i5-12600K is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 150 watts and a CPUMark score of 27604. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 184. The Intel Core i5-12600KF efficiency score is 184. So, the Intel Core i5-12600KF leads by 0%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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