Core i5-12400 vs Core i9-11900K
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (55 vs 55).
- Cores: Core i9-11900K has 8 vs 6.
- Power (TDP): Core i5-12400 65 W, Core i9-11900K 125 W; the Core i5-12400 delivers 92% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i5-12400 is 1 year newer (2022 vs 2021).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1700 vs LGA1200), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i5-12400 | Core i9-11900K |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 55 | 55 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 12th Gen | Intel Core 11th Gen |
| Released | 2022 | 2021 |
| Cores | 6 | 8 |
| Threads | 12 | 16 |
| Base clock | 2.5 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.4 GHz | 5.3 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 65 W | 125 W |
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA1200 |