Core i5-6600K vs Ryzen 5 2400G
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (28 vs 28).
- Cores: both have 4.
- Power (TDP): Core i5-6600K 91 W, Ryzen 5 2400G 65 W; the Ryzen 5 2400G delivers 40% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Ryzen 5 2400G is 3 years newer (2018 vs 2015).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1151 vs AM4), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i5-6600K | Ryzen 5 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 28 | 28 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 6th Gen | AMD Ryzen 2000 |
| Released | 2015 | 2018 |
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| Threads | 4 | 8 |
| Base clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| Boost clock | 3.9 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 91 W | 65 W |
| Socket | LGA1151 | AM4 |