Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege
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Core i5-12400 vs Ryzen 7 5800X
The Core i5-12400 is slightly faster than the Ryzen 7 5800X on average across 100+ games. However, it's a worse value for money, as it's $61.57 more expensive!
Core i5-1240051% Score
- Up to 1% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 1 year and 2 months newer
- Up to 126% cheaper – $280.52 vs $218.95
- Up to 127% better value for money
Ryzen 7 5800X51% Score
- Up to 126% more expensive – $218.95 vs $280.52
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.
Base Frequencyhelp
Ryzen 7 5800X has a 52% higher base clock.
LGA1700
Sockethelp
AM4Alder Lake-S
Codenamehelp
VermeerDesktop
Segmenthelp
DesktopUHD Graphics 730
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)
RAMhelp
3200 MHz (DDR4)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-12400 or Ryzen 7 5800X?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 Ryzen 7 5800X?expand_more
The Core i5-12400 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core i5-12400 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 51/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-12400 and Ryzen 7 5800X?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-12400 scores 51/100, Ryzen 7 5800X scores 51/100. 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 Ryzen 7 5800X 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 Ryzen 7 5800X?expand_more
The Core i5-12400 is the stronger pick at 51/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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