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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i5-12400F vs Ryzen 5 5600U

The Core i5-12400F is faster than the Ryzen 5 5600U on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

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Up to 24% faster on average across 100+ games
Is 1 year newer
Available for $159.99

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FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

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

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Escape From Tarkov2017

Core i5-12400F

241FPS

Ryzen 5 5600U

228FPS

Fortnite2017

Core i5-12400F

332FPS

Ryzen 5 5600U

330FPS

League of Legends2009

Core i5-12400F

317FPS

Ryzen 5 5600U

255FPS

Grand Theft Auto V2013

Core i5-12400F

216FPS

Ryzen 5 5600U

209FPS

Valorant2020

Core i5-12400F

687FPS

Ryzen 5 5600U

625FPS

Overwatch 22023

544FPS

528FPS

653FPS

583FPS

Minecraft2011

Core i5-12400F

720FPS

Ryzen 5 5600U

654FPS

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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

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Core i5-12400F

52%

Ryzen 5 5600U

44%

Core i5-12400F ranks 8 points higher.

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18 MB

16 MB

Core i5-12400F has 2 MB more L3 cache.

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Core i5-12400F

2.5 GHz

Ryzen 5 5600U

2.3 GHz

Core i5-12400F has a 9% higher base clock.

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Core i5-12400F

4.4 GHz

Ryzen 5 5600U

4.2 GHz

Core i5-12400F boosts 5% higher.

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Core i5-12400F

65W

Ryzen 5 5600U

15W

Ryzen 5 5600U draws 50W less power.

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Core i5-12400F

$159.99

Ryzen 5 5600U

Core i5-12400FRyzen 5 5600U

LGA1700

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FP6

Alder Lake-S

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Cezanne-U

Desktop

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Mobile

No Integrated Graphics

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Radeon Vega 7

3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)

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3200 MHz (DDR4)

Not Overclockable

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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-12400F or Ryzen 5 5600U?expand_more

The Core i5-12400F. It's 18% faster than the Ryzen 5 5600U on average across 100+ games, scoring 52/100 vs 44/100 in our gaming rating.

speedHow much faster is Core i5-12400F than Ryzen 5 5600U?expand_more

18% 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 i5-12400F or Ryzen 5 5600U?expand_more

The Core i5-12400F is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.

paidIs the Core i5-12400F worth buying in 2026?expand_more

It scores 52/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.

differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-12400F and Ryzen 5 5600U?expand_more

Performance: Core i5-12400F scores 52/100, Ryzen 5 5600U scores 44/100. 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 Ryzen 5 5600U 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 Ryzen 5 5600U?expand_more

The Core i5-12400F is the stronger pick at 52/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.