Core i7-8700K vs Ryzen 5 5600G
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (42 vs 42).
- Cores: both have 6.
- Power (TDP): Core i7-8700K 95 W, Ryzen 5 5600G 65 W; the Ryzen 5 5600G delivers 46% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Ryzen 5 5600G is 4 years newer (2021 vs 2017).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1151 vs AM4), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i7-8700K | Ryzen 5 5600G |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 42 | 42 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 8th Gen | AMD Ryzen 5000 |
| Released | 2017 | 2021 |
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
| Threads | 12 | 12 |
| Base clock | 3.7 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.7 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 95 W | 65 W |
| Socket | LGA1151 | AM4 |