Core i5-6600 vs PRO A12-9800B
The Core i5-6600 is slightly slower than the PRO A12-9800B on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
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.
LGA1151
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AM4Skylake
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Bristol RidgeDesktop
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DesktopUHD Graphics 530
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No Integrated Graphics2133 MHz (DDR3), 2133 MHz (DDR4)
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2400 MHz (DDR4)Not Overclockable
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Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-6600 or PRO A12-9800B?expand_more
The PRO A12-9800B. It's 5% faster than the Core i5-6600 on average across 100+ games, scoring 44/100 vs 42/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is PRO A12-9800B than Core i5-6600?expand_more
5% 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 i5-6600 or PRO A12-9800B?expand_more
The PRO A12-9800B is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the PRO A12-9800B worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 44/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-6600 and PRO A12-9800B?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-6600 scores 42/100, PRO A12-9800B 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 i5-6600 or PRO A12-9800B 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 i5-6600 or PRO A12-9800B?expand_more
The PRO A12-9800B is the stronger pick at 44/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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