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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i5-12400F vs Core i5-12400

The Core i5-12400F is same performance as the Core i5-12400 on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much better value for money, as it's $115.52 cheaper!

  • Up to 14% cheaper$165.00 vs $280.52
  • Up to 15% better value for money
  • Up to 14% more expensive$280.52 vs $165.00

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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Similar overall gaming performance.

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Core i5-12400F is $115.52 cheaper.

LGA1700
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LGA1700
Alder Lake-S
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Alder Lake-S
Desktop
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Desktop
No Integrated Graphics
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UHD Graphics 730
3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)
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3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)
Not Overclockable
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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-12400F or Core i5-12400?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 i5-12400F or Core i5-12400?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 i5-12400F and Core i5-12400?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-12400F scores 50/100, Core i5-12400 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 i5-12400F or Core i5-12400 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 i5-12400F or Core i5-12400?expand_more
Both are solid choices. Compare your current CPU against each one to see the exact FPS gain.

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