Core i5-13400 vs Ryzen 5 5500X3D
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (58 vs 58).
- Cores: Core i5-13400 has 10 vs 6.
- Power (TDP): Core i5-13400 65 W, Ryzen 5 5500X3D 105 W; the Core i5-13400 delivers 62% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Ryzen 5 5500X3D is 2 years newer (2025 vs 2023).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1700 vs AM4), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i5-13400 | Ryzen 5 5500X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 58 | 58 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 13th Gen | AMD Ryzen 5000 |
| Released | 2023 | 2025 |
| Cores | 10 | 6 |
| Threads | 16 | 12 |
| Base clock | 2.5 GHz | 3 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.6 GHz | 4 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 65 W | 105 W |
| Socket | LGA1700 | AM4 |