Core i5-10600K vs Core i7-9700K
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (45 vs 45).
- Cores: Core i7-9700K has 8 vs 6.
- Power (TDP): Core i5-10600K 125 W, Core i7-9700K 95 W; the Core i7-9700K delivers 32% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i5-10600K is 2 years newer (2020 vs 2018).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1200 vs LGA1151), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i5-10600K | Core i7-9700K |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 45 | 45 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 10th Gen | Intel Core 9th Gen |
| Released | 2020 | 2018 |
| Cores | 6 | 8 |
| Threads | 12 | 8 |
| Base clock | 4.1 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.8 GHz | 4.9 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 125 W | 95 W |
| Socket | LGA1200 | LGA1151 |