Core i3-12100 vs Core i5-11600K
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (50 vs 50).
- Cores: Core i5-11600K has 6 vs 4.
- Power (TDP): Core i3-12100 60 W, Core i5-11600K 125 W; the Core i3-12100 delivers 108% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i3-12100 is 1 year newer (2022 vs 2021).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1700 vs LGA1200), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i3-12100 | Core i5-11600K |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 50 | 50 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 12th Gen | Intel Core 11th Gen |
| Released | 2022 | 2021 |
| Cores | 4 | 6 |
| Threads | 8 | 12 |
| Base clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.3 GHz | 4.9 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 60 W | 125 W |
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA1200 |