Core i5-12600K vs Ryzen 7 5700X3D
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (62 vs 62).
- Cores: Core i5-12600K has 10 vs 8.
- Power (TDP): Core i5-12600K 125 W, Ryzen 7 5700X3D 105 W; the Ryzen 7 5700X3D delivers 19% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Ryzen 7 5700X3D is 3 years newer (2024 vs 2021).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1700 vs AM4), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i5-12600K | Ryzen 7 5700X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 62 | 62 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 12th Gen | AMD Ryzen 5000 |
| Released | 2021 | 2024 |
| Cores | 10 | 8 |
| Threads | 16 | 16 |
| Base clock | 3.7 GHz | 3 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.9 GHz | 4.1 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 125 W | 105 W |
| Socket | LGA1700 | AM4 |