Valorant
1080p@165Hz·14:42 played
SEMUH·11h ago
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Core i5-8400 vs Pentium G4560
The Core i5-8400 is much faster than the Pentium G4560 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
Core i5-840027% Score
- Up to 59% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 9 months newer
- Available for $144.00
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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LGA1151Coffee Lake
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Kaby LakeDesktop
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DesktopUHD Graphics 630
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Intel HD 6102666 MHz (DDR4)
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2400 MHz (DDR4)Not Overclockable
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Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-8400 or Pentium G4560?expand_more
The Core i5-8400. It's 200% faster than the Pentium G4560 on average across 100+ games, scoring 27/100 vs 9/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core i5-8400 than Pentium G4560?expand_more
200% 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 i5-8400 or Pentium G4560?expand_more
The Core i5-8400 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core i5-8400 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 27/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-8400 and Pentium G4560?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-8400 scores 27/100, Pentium G4560 scores 9/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i5-8400 or Pentium G4560 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 i5-8400 or Pentium G4560?expand_more
The Core i5-8400 is the stronger pick at 27/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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