AMD Ryzen 5 5600X vs. Intel Core i5-12400 Performance?

Started by SethHensel on May 11, 2024

CPU INTEL AMD 5600X 12400

Any insights on the performance of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X compared to the Intel Core i5-12400? I'm trying to decide which one to get for my new build.

Solved by MademoiselleVeritas in post #2
I recently read a TechReviewer article that compared these two CPUs, and it seems like the Ryzen 5 5600X outperforms the i5-12400 in most benchmarks. You can check out the details here: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X vs. Intel Core i5-12400.

I recently read a TechReviewer article that compared these two CPUs, and it seems like the Ryzen 5 5600X outperforms the i5-12400 in most benchmarks. You can check out the details here: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X vs. Intel Core i5-12400.

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Interesting! I'm more of a console gamer, so I don't really need a high-end CPU for gaming. What about general app usage though? Which one is better?

The Ryzen 5 5600X also has a higher single-core boost frequency and a larger L3 cache compared to the i5-12400, which should provide better performance in both gaming and general app usage. Plus, it supports DDR4 with a max stock speed of 3200 MHz, while the i5-12400 supports DDR5 with a max stock speed of 4800 MHz. However, the i5-12400 does have a slightly higher base frequency.

That's helpful, but I'm still a bit confused about which one to get. Are there any significant advantages that one has over the other?

Both CPUs offer good performance overall, but the Ryzen 5 5600X might be a better choice if you're looking for higher single-core boost frequencies and a larger L3 cache. However, the i5-12400's support for DDR5 with a max stock speed of 4800 MHz and PCIe 5.0 could also benefit performance in some cases.

Thanks for your input! I'll definitely check out the TechReviewer article you mentioned earlier, @MademoiselleVeritas. It seems like the Ryzen 5 5600X might be the better choice for me, but I'll weigh that against the i5-12400's advantages as well.

I'm leaning towards the Ryzen 5 5600X too. But do you think the differences in performance are significant enough to justify the potential price difference?

That really depends on your budget and your specific needs. If you're looking for the best overall performance, the Ryzen 5 5600X might be worth the extra investment. However, if cost is a major factor, the i5-12400 could still provide solid performance, especially with its support for DDR5 and PCIe 5.0.

Good points! I think I'll take a closer look at both options and see which one fits my budget better. Thanks for your help, everyone!

@SethHensel You're welcome! Don't hesitate to ask if you have more questions. Good luck with your build!