Core i5-12400 vs Ryzen 9 5900X
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (55 vs 55).
- Cores: Ryzen 9 5900X has 12 vs 6.
- Power (TDP): Core i5-12400 65 W, Ryzen 9 5900X 105 W; the Core i5-12400 delivers 62% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i5-12400 is 2 years newer (2022 vs 2020).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1700 vs AM4), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i5-12400 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 55 | 55 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 12th Gen | AMD Ryzen 5000 |
| Released | 2022 | 2020 |
| Cores | 6 | 12 |
| Threads | 12 | 24 |
| Base clock | 2.5 GHz | 3.7 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 65 W | 105 W |
| Socket | LGA1700 | AM4 |