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AMD Ryzen 5 5600 vs Intel Core i5-12490F
Comparing 2 of up to 6 processors side by side.
| Metric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Single core | 3,253 | 3,686 |
| Multicore | 21,487 | 20,309 |
| Estimated price | $127.98 | $145.32 |
| Cores | 6 | 6 |
| Threads | 12 | 12 |
| Performance cores | Not listed | Not listed |
| Efficient cores | Not listed | Not listed |
| Turbo clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
| Typical TDP | 65 W | 65 W |
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1700 |
| First seen | Q2 2022 | Q2 2022 |
How do the benchmark scores compare?
AMD Ryzen 5 5600 has a PassMark single-core score of 3,253, compared with 3,686 for Intel Core i5-12490F. Intel Core i5-12490F has the higher score in this benchmark.
AMD Ryzen 5 5600 has a PassMark multicore score of 21,487, compared with 20,309 for Intel Core i5-12490F. AMD Ryzen 5 5600 has the higher score in this benchmark.
Single-core scores describe one thread; multicore scores describe aggregate CPU throughput. These results do not establish which CPU is faster in every application. Compare platform support and total upgrade cost before buying.
AMD Ryzen 5 5600 lists AM4; Intel Core i5-12490F lists LGA1700. Check the motherboard manufacturer's CPU support list and BIOS requirements. If the required platform changes, include motherboard, memory and cooling costs; the CPU price alone is not the full upgrade cost.
Sources and data freshness
- AMD Ryzen 5 5600 on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
- Intel Core i5-12490F on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
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Benchmark scores do not predict frame rates in a particular game. Typical TDP is a specification, not measured electricity use. A matching socket does not confirm motherboard support; check the manufacturer's CPU support list and BIOS requirements.
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