Intel Core i5-12600K vs AMD Ryzen 5 9600X
On the Atlas performance index the Intel Core i5-12600K is about 7% faster. They launched 3 years apart.
Intel Core i5-12600K450
AMD Ryzen 5 9600X420
| Intel Core i5-12600K | AMD Ryzen 5 9600X | |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2021 | 2024 |
| Family | Alder Lake | Zen 5 |
| Cores | 10 | 6 |
| Threads | 16 | 12 |
| Clock | 3700 MHz | 3900 MHz |
| Process | 10 nm | 4 nm |
| Power (TDP) | 125 W | 65 W |
| Launch price | $289 | $279 |
| Performance index | 450 | 420 |
Green marks the better value in each row. Less power, a smaller process and a lower price count as better.
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