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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i3-2130 vs Core i5-12600KF

The Core i3-2130 is much slower than the Core i5-12600KF on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

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Up to 91% cheaper – $138 vs $137.99

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Up to 208% faster on average across 100+ games
Is 10 years and 4 months newer
Up to 61% better value for money
Up to 91% more expensive – $137.99 vs $138

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.

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Quality

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League of Legends2009

Core i3-2130

127FPS

Core i5-12600KF

351FPS

Grand Theft Auto V2013

186FPS

219FPS

374FPS

689FPS

Dota 22013

Core i3-2130

170FPS

Core i5-12600KF

260FPS

Valorant2020

Core i3-2130

539FPS

Core i5-12600KF

724FPS

Minecraft2011

Core i3-2130

574FPS

Core i5-12600KF

758FPS

Fortnite2017

Core i3-2130

328FPS

Core i5-12600KF

331FPS

Overwatch 22023

Core i3-2130

523FPS

Core i5-12600KF

554FPS

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.

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Core i3-2130

Core i5-12600KF

57%

Core i5-12600KF ranks 53 points higher.

Coreshelp

Core i3-2130

Core i5-12600KF

Core i5-12600KF has 8 more cores.

Threadshelp

Core i3-2130

Core i5-12600KF

Core i5-12600KF has 12 more threads.

L3 Cachehelp

Core i3-2130

3 MB

Core i5-12600KF

20 MB

Core i5-12600KF has 17 MB more L3 cache.

Base Frequencyhelp

Core i3-2130

3.4 GHz

Core i5-12600KF

3.7 GHz

Core i5-12600KF has a 9% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp

Core i3-2130

Core i5-12600KF

4.9 GHz

TDPhelp

Core i3-2130

65W

Core i5-12600KF

125W

Core i3-2130 draws 60W less power.

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Core i3-2130

Core i5-12600KF

$137.99

Core i3-2130Core i5-12600KF

LGA1155

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LGA1700

Sandy Bridge

Codenamehelp

Alder Lake-S

Desktop

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Desktop

Intel HD 2000

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No Integrated Graphics

1333 MHz (DDR3)

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3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)

Not Overclockable

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Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i3-2130 or Core i5-12600KF?expand_more

The Core i5-12600KF. It's 1325% faster than the Core i3-2130 on average across 100+ games, scoring 57/100 vs 4/100 in our gaming rating.

speedHow much faster is Core i5-12600KF than Core i3-2130?expand_more

1325% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.

aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i3-2130 or Core i5-12600KF?expand_more

The Core i5-12600KF is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.

paidIs the Core i5-12600KF worth buying in 2026?expand_more

It scores 57/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.

differenceWhat is the difference between Core i3-2130 and Core i5-12600KF?expand_more

Performance: Core i3-2130 scores 4/100, Core i5-12600KF scores 57/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.

compressWill the Core i3-2130 or Core i5-12600KF bottleneck my PC?expand_more

Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.

upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core i3-2130 or Core i5-12600KF?expand_more

The Core i5-12600KF is the stronger pick at 57/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.