Valorant
1080p@240Hz·06:20 played
Guilherme_9d14·3h ago
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FPSAverage
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32 GB
42%usage
Core i5-12400 vs Core i5-12400F
The Core i5-12400 is same performance as the Core i5-12400F on average across 100+ games. However, it's a worse value for money, as it's $124.53 more expensive!
Core i5-1240050% Score
- Up to 14% more expensive – $280.52 vs $155.99
Core i5-12400F50% Score
- Up to 14% cheaper – $155.99 vs $280.52
- Up to 15% better value for money
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
LGA1700
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LGA1700Alder Lake-S
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Alder Lake-SDesktop
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DesktopUHD Graphics 730
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)
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3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-12400 or Core i5-12400F?expand_more
Neither, they're within 1% of each other across 100+ games. Pick based on price, availability, or platform compatibility.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i5-12400 or Core i5-12400F?expand_more
They trade blows depending on the game. Toggle the resolution selector above to compare per-game FPS at 1440p and 4K.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-12400 and Core i5-12400F?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-12400 scores 50/100, Core i5-12400F scores 50/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i5-12400 or Core i5-12400F 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 i5-12400 or Core i5-12400F?expand_more
Both are solid choices. Compare your current CPU against each one to see the exact FPS gain.
Popular Comparisons
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