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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i5-12600KF vs Ryzen 7 5800X

The Core i5-12600KF is slightly faster than the Ryzen 7 5800X on average across 100+ games and it's also a better value for money, as it's $39.64 cheaper!

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$178.95View CPUAll CPUs

Up to 11% faster on average across 100+ games
Is 1 year newer
Up to 70% cheaper – $178.95 vs $218.59
Up to 89% better value for money

CPU

$218.59View CPUAll CPUs

Up to 70% more expensive – $218.59 vs $178.95

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 i5-12600KF

352FPS

Ryzen 7 5800X

314FPS

Overwatch 22023

Core i5-12600KF

554FPS

Ryzen 7 5800X

544FPS

Valorant2020

724FPS

684FPS

689FPS

650FPS

Dota 22013

Core i5-12600KF

261FPS

Ryzen 7 5800X

237FPS

Grand Theft Auto V2013

Core i5-12600KF

219FPS

Ryzen 7 5800X

216FPS

Apex Legends2019

Core i5-12600KF

380FPS

Ryzen 7 5800X

374FPS

Minecraft2011

Core i5-12600KF

759FPS

Ryzen 7 5800X

717FPS

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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

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Core i5-12600KF

59%

Ryzen 7 5800X

51%

Core i5-12600KF ranks 8 points higher.

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Core i5-12600KF

Ryzen 7 5800X

Core i5-12600KF has 2 more cores.

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L3 Cachehelp

20 MB

32 MB

Ryzen 7 5800X has 12 MB more L3 cache.

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Core i5-12600KF

3.7 GHz

Ryzen 7 5800X

3.8 GHz

Ryzen 7 5800X has a 3% higher base clock.

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Core i5-12600KF

4.9 GHz

Ryzen 7 5800X

4.7 GHz

Core i5-12600KF boosts 4% higher.

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Core i5-12600KF

125W

Ryzen 7 5800X

105W

Ryzen 7 5800X draws 20W less power.

Pricehelp

Core i5-12600KF

$178.95

Ryzen 7 5800X

$218.59

Core i5-12600KF is $39.64 cheaper.

Core i5-12600KFRyzen 7 5800X

LGA1700

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AM4

Alder Lake-S

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Vermeer

Desktop

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Desktop

No Integrated Graphics

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No Integrated Graphics

3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)

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3200 MHz (DDR4)

Overclockable

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Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-12600KF or Ryzen 7 5800X?expand_more

The Core i5-12600KF. It's 16% faster than the Ryzen 7 5800X on average across 100+ games, scoring 59/100 vs 51/100 in our gaming rating.

speedHow much faster is Core i5-12600KF than Ryzen 7 5800X?expand_more

16% 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 i5-12600KF or Ryzen 7 5800X?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 59/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.

differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-12600KF and Ryzen 7 5800X?expand_more

Performance: Core i5-12600KF scores 59/100, 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 i5-12600KF 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 i5-12600KF or Ryzen 7 5800X?expand_more

The Core i5-12600KF is the stronger pick at 59/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.