Key Differences
In short — Core i5-7600K outperforms Core i3-540 on the selected game parameters. We do not have the prices of both CPUs to compare value. The better performing Core i5-7600K is 2553 days newer than Core i3-540.
Advantages of Intel Core i5-7600K
- Performs up to 16% better in Assassin's Creed Odyssey than Core i3-540 - 133 vs 115 FPS
Advantages of Intel Core i3-540
- Consumes up to 20% less energy than Intel Core i5-7600K - 73 vs 91 Watts
Assassin's Creed Odyssey
Resolution
1920 x 1080
Game Graphics
Ultra High
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Resolution
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Game Graphics
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Desktop • Jan 3rd, 2017
Desktop • Jan 7th, 2010
Geekbench 5 Benchmarks
Intel Core i5-7600K | vs | Intel Core i3-540 |
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Jan 3rd, 2017 | Release Date | Jan 7th, 2010 |
Core i5 | Collection | Core i3 |
Kaby Lake | Codename | Clarkdale |
Intel Socket 1151 | Socket | Intel Socket 1156 |
Desktop | Segment | Desktop |
4 | Cores | 2 |
4 | Threads | 4 |
3.8 GHz | Base Clock Speed | 3.1 GHz |
4.2 GHz | Turbo Clock Speed | Non-Turbo |
91 W | TDP | 73 W |
14 nm | Process Size | 32 nm |
38.0x | Multiplier | 23.0x |
HD 630 | Integrated Graphics | Intel HD |
Yes | Overclockable | No |