Intel Core i5-10600K vs Intel Core i7-11700

In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i5-10600K and Intel Core i7-11700 CPUs. The Intel Core i5-10600K is 44% slower and 118% cheaper than Intel Core i7-11700.

Specifications comparison

Intel Core i5-10600K
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PRICE£183.9£401.35
CPU MARK1432220671
VALUE7852
SOCKETLGA 1200LGA 1200
TDP125W65W
EFFICIENCY115318
CORES6 x 4.10 GHz8 x 2.50 GHz
TURBO4.80 GHz4.90 GHz
THREADS29223262
DATEQ2/2020Q1/2021

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-10600K

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 5 4600G
16064
£77.97
AMD Ryzen 5 4500
16091
£59.98
AMD Ryzen 3 4300G
10962
£71.97

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i7-11700

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT
20324
£108.97
AMD Ryzen 5 8500G
21598
£129.98
AMD Ryzen 7 5700
24304
£142.92

Is Intel Core i5-10600K better than Intel Core i7-11700?

When considering value for money, the Intel Core i5-10600K offers a better deal than the Intel Core i7-11700 by 33%.


The Intel Core i5-10600K is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 125 watts and a CPUMark score of 14322. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 115. The Intel Core i7-11700 efficiency score is 318. So, the Intel Core i7-11700 leads by 177%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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