Core i5-13600K vs Ryzen 5 9600X
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (71 vs 70).
- Cores: Core i5-13600K has 14 vs 6.
- Power (TDP): Core i5-13600K 125 W, Ryzen 5 9600X 65 W; the Ryzen 5 9600X delivers 90% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Ryzen 5 9600X is 2 years newer (2024 vs 2022).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1700 vs AM5), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i5-13600K | Ryzen 5 9600X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 71 | 70 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 13th Gen | AMD Ryzen 9000 |
| Released | 2022 | 2024 |
| Cores | 14 | 6 |
| Threads | 20 | 12 |
| Base clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5.1 GHz | 5.4 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 125 W | 65 W |
| Socket | LGA1700 | AM5 |