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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Ryzen Threadripper 1900X vs Core i5-12600KF

The Ryzen Threadripper 1900X is quite a bit slower than the Core i5-12600KF on average across 100+ games and it's also a much worse value for money, as it's $102.01 more expensive!

  • Up to 108% more expensive$240.00 vs $137.99
  • Up to 80% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 4 years and 3 months newer
  • Up to 108% cheaper$137.99 vs $240.00
  • Up to 274% better value for money

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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Core i5-12600KF ranks 33 points higher.

Coreshelp

Core i5-12600KF has 2 more cores.

L3 Cachehelp

Ryzen Threadripper 1900X has 12 MB more L3 cache.

Base Frequencyhelp

Ryzen Threadripper 1900X has a 3% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp

Core i5-12600KF boosts 23% higher.

TDPhelp

Core i5-12600KF draws 55W less power.

Pricehelp

Core i5-12600KF is $102.01 cheaper.

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LGA1700
Zen
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Alder Lake-S
Desktop
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Desktop
No Integrated Graphics
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No Integrated Graphics
2666 MHz (DDR4)
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3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)
Overclockable
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Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen Threadripper 1900X or Core i5-12600KF?expand_more
The Core i5-12600KF. It's 132% faster than the Ryzen Threadripper 1900X on average across 100+ games, scoring 58/100 vs 25/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core i5-12600KF than Ryzen Threadripper 1900X?expand_more
132% 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 Threadripper 1900X or Core i5-12600KF?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 58/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen Threadripper 1900X and Core i5-12600KF?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen Threadripper 1900X scores 25/100, Core i5-12600KF scores 58/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen Threadripper 1900X 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 Threadripper 1900X or Core i5-12600KF?expand_more
The Core i5-12600KF is the stronger pick at 58/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.

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