Intel Core i5-12400 vs. i5-10600K for Video Editing

Any thoughts on which of these two CPUs would be better suited for video editing, the Intel Core i5-12400 or the i5-10600K?

I've worked with both, and I must say that the i5-12400 has a slight edge over the i5-10600K in terms of performance. The newer architecture and support for DDR5 memory offer better overall performance, especially when working with large video files or editing at high resolutions.

You're right, @simplygod. I've read an excellent comparison on TechReviewer regarding these two CPUs. Here's the link: Intel Core i5-12400 vs. Intel Core i5-10600K. It goes into detail about their performance, features, and suitability for different tasks like video editing. You might find it helpful.

@ridders103. I'll check out that article. Just to clarify, in your personal experience, did you find the i5-12400's support for PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 memory to be significantly beneficial while video editing?

I've been using both CPUs for video editing, and while they are both capable, I noticed a noticeable improvement when switching from the i5-10600K to the i5-12400. The faster memory support made a difference in rendering times and overall performance.

Yes, @SlayerSystems, I agree with your experience. Faster memory can make a significant impact on video editing performance, especially when working with large files or exporting at high resolutions. The PCIe 5.0 support of the i5-12400 also allows for faster SSDs, which can further improve performance.

@chewyhux and @simplygod, it's crucial to remember that having a good GPU is still essential for video editing tasks. While having a powerful CPU helps with processing heavy tasks like rendering, a fast GPU will always give you better performance in video editing software.

I'll definitely read the TechReviewer article and check out both CPUs. Knowing that PCIe 5.0 support can make a difference is helpful. Also, I'll keep in mind that a good GPU is still crucial for video editing tasks.