Core i5-9400F vs Ryzen 5 2600X
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (35 vs 35).
- Cores: both have 6.
- Power (TDP): Core i5-9400F 65 W, Ryzen 5 2600X 95 W; the Core i5-9400F delivers 46% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i5-9400F is 1 year newer (2019 vs 2018).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1151 vs AM4), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i5-9400F | Ryzen 5 2600X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 35 | 35 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 9th Gen | AMD Ryzen 2000 |
| Released | 2019 | 2018 |
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
| Threads | 6 | 12 |
| Base clock | 2.9 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.1 GHz | 4.2 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 65 W | 95 W |
| Socket | LGA1151 | AM4 |