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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Ryzen 5 5600X3D vs Core i5-12600KF

The Ryzen 5 5600X3D is slightly faster than the Core i5-12600KF on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

  • Up to 9% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 1 year and 8 months newer
  • Up to 15% cheaper$229 vs $264
  • Up to 26% better value for money
  • Up to 15% more expensive$264 vs $229

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

Scorehelp

Ryzen 5 5600X3D ranks 7 points higher.

Coreshelp

Core i5-12600KF has 4 more cores.

Threadshelp

Core i5-12600KF has 4 more threads.

L3 Cachehelp

Ryzen 5 5600X3D has 76 MB more L3 cache.

Base Frequencyhelp

Core i5-12600KF has a 12% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp

Core i5-12600KF boosts 11% higher.

TDPhelp

Ryzen 5 5600X3D draws 20W less power.

AM4
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LGA1700
Vermeer
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Alder Lake-S
Desktop
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Desktop
No Integrated Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics
3200 MHz (DDR4)
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3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)
Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen 5 5600X3D or Core i5-12600KF?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 5600X3D. It's 12% faster than the Core i5-12600KF on average across 100+ games, scoring 66/100 vs 59/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 5 5600X3D than Core i5-12600KF?expand_more
12% 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, Ryzen 5 5600X3D or Core i5-12600KF?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 5600X3D is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 5 5600X3D worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 66/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen 5 5600X3D and Core i5-12600KF?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen 5 5600X3D scores 66/100, Core i5-12600KF scores 59/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen 5 5600X3D or Core i5-12600KF 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 Ryzen 5 5600X3D or Core i5-12600KF?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 5600X3D is the stronger pick at 66/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.

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