AMD Ryzen 5 5600X vs. Intel Core i5-12600 Performance?

Any advice on the best CPU to buy for gaming? I'm considering between the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X and the Intel Core i5-12600.

I've used both CPUs in my previous builds, and I can say that they're both great options. However, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X has a higher base frequency and L3 cache capacity than the i5-12600. Also, it's worth noting that the Ryzen 5 5600X supports DDR4 with a max stock speed of 3200 MHz, while the Core i5-12600 supports DDR5 with a max stock speed of 4800 MHz.

Yeah, I've heard good things about both CPUs. But what's the difference in terms of performance? Are there any significant advantages that one has over the other?

I've been using the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X for a while now, and it's been great for gaming. It handles most games at high settings without any issues. I also found this TechReviewer article AMD Ryzen 5 5600X vs. Intel Core i5-12600 comparing these two CPUs, which might help you make your decision.

Thanks for sharing that link @ThrowReallyFarAway99. So, according to the article, both have good performance overall. But the 5600X has a higher base frequency and L3 cache capacity, and it supports DDR4 with a max stock speed of 3200 MHz. The i5-12600 supports DDR5 with a max stock speed of 4800 MHz. Are there any other factors that could influence my decision?

Another factor to consider is the PCIe support. The Ryzen 5 5600X supports PCIe 4.0, while the Core i5-12600 supports PCIe 5.0. This might be important if you plan on using high-speed SSDs or graphics cards in the future.

I didn't know about that! So the i5-12600 has an advantage when it comes to faster SSDs and graphics cards, right?

Yes, that's correct @Icejumper4. The Core i5-12600 supports PCIe 5.0, which can provide faster data transfer rates for your storage and graphics cards compared to the Ryzen 5 5600X with its PCIe 4.0 support.

@LogicPlanet Also, remember that both CPUs require high-performance coolers to maintain peak frequencies. So, you'll need a good cooling solution regardless of which CPU you choose.

True, and it's worth mentioning that the Ryzen 5 5600X has a higher single-core max boost frequency (4.6 GHz) compared to the i5-12600 (4.80 GHz). This could be an important factor for some users, especially those who play games that are heavily dependent on single-threaded performance.

Okay, so both have their advantages and disadvantages. I'll take a closer look at the TechReviewer article AMD Ryzen 5 5600X vs. Intel Core i5-12600 you shared earlier to get more insights. Thanks everyone for your input!

No problem, @LogicPlanet. Good luck with your decision! And if you need any further advice or suggestions, feel free to ask.