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Ryzen 7 8700F vs Core i5-12400F
The Ryzen 7 8700F is faster than the Core i5-12400F on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
Ryzen 7 8700F62% Score
- Up to 16% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 2 years and 3 months newer
- Up to 55% more expensive – $270 vs $159.99
Core i5-12400F51% Score
- Up to 55% cheaper – $159.99 vs $270
- Up to 34% better value for money
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.
Base Frequencyhelp
Ryzen 7 8700F has a 64% higher base clock.
AM5
Sockethelp
LGA1700Phoenix
Codenamehelp
Alder Lake-SDesktop
Segmenthelp
DesktopNo Integrated Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics5200 MHz (DDR5)
RAMhelp
3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen 7 8700F or Core i5-12400F?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 8700F. It's 22% faster than the Core i5-12400F on average across 100+ games, scoring 62/100 vs 51/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 7 8700F than Core i5-12400F?expand_more
22% 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 7 8700F or Core i5-12400F?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 8700F is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 7 8700F worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 62/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen 7 8700F and Core i5-12400F?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen 7 8700F scores 62/100, Core i5-12400F 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 Ryzen 7 8700F or Core i5-12400F 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 7 8700F or Core i5-12400F?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 8700F is the stronger pick at 62/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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