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AMD Ryzen 5 7430U vs Intel Core 5 120U
Comparing 2 of up to 6 processors side by side.
| Metric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Single core | 2,891 | 3,456 |
| Multicore | 15,086 | 14,862 |
| Estimated price | Not listed | $340 |
| Cores | 6 | 10 |
| Threads | 12 | 12 |
| Performance cores | Not listed | 2 |
| Efficient cores | Not listed | 8 |
| Turbo clock | 4.3 GHz | 5 GHz |
| Typical TDP | 15 W | 15 W |
| Socket | AM4 | FCBGA1744 |
| First seen | Q2 2024 | Q1 2024 |
How do the benchmark scores compare?
AMD Ryzen 5 7430U has a PassMark single-core score of 2,891, compared with 3,456 for Intel Core 5 120U. Intel Core 5 120U has the higher score in this benchmark.
AMD Ryzen 5 7430U has a PassMark multicore score of 15,086, compared with 14,862 for Intel Core 5 120U. AMD Ryzen 5 7430U 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 7430U lists AM4; Intel Core 5 120U lists FCBGA1744. 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 7430U on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
- Intel Core 5 120U 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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