Core i5-11600K vs Ryzen 5 5600X
The Ryzen 5 5600X is about 4% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Ryzen 5 5600X is 4% faster (52 vs 50).
- Cores: both have 6.
- Power (TDP): Core i5-11600K 125 W, Ryzen 5 5600X 65 W; the Ryzen 5 5600X delivers 100% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i5-11600K is 1 year newer (2021 vs 2020).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1200 vs AM4), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i5-11600K | Ryzen 5 5600X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 50 | 52 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 11th Gen | AMD Ryzen 5000 |
| Released | 2021 | 2020 |
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
| Threads | 12 | 12 |
| Base clock | 3.9 GHz | 3.7 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.9 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 125 W | 65 W |
| Socket | LGA1200 | AM4 |