FX-8120 vs Core i5-13600K

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

6594

Passmark Score

37655

Performance Difference

Core i5-13600K is 471.0% faster than FX-8120

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Core i5-13600K performs 471.0% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between FX-8120 and Core i5-13600K.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for FX-8120 and Core i5-13600K

AMD

FX-8120

The FX-8120 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 12 October 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Zambezi (2011−2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB. L2 cache: 8192 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,594 points.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:AMD
Release Date:12 October 2011 (14 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Zambezi (2011−2012)
Performance Ranking Position:1633

Technical Specifications

Cores:8
Threads:8
Die Size:315 mm2
L1 Cache:384 kB
L2 Cache:8192 kB
L3 Cache:8192 kB
Max Frequency:4 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.1 GHz
Transistor Count:1,200 million
Voltagem P0 Vcore:Min: 1.0125 V - Max: 1.4125 V
Process Technology:32 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Core Temperature:61 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:AM3+
Power Consumption (TDP):125 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3
Intel

Core i5-13600K

The Core i5-13600K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 37,655 points. Launch price was $319.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:Intel Core i5
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$319
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:27 September 2022 (3 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022)
Performance Ranking Position:315

Technical Specifications

Cores:14
Threads:20
Die Size:257 mm2
L1 Cache:80K (per core)
L2 Cache:2 MB (per core)
L3 Cache:24 MB
Max Frequency:5.1 GHz
Multiplicador:35
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.5 GHz
Cores Eficientes:8
Process Technology:Intel 7 nm
Cores De Desempenho:6
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Core Temperature:100 °C
Velocidade Dos Pneus:4 × 16 GT/s
Max Case Temperature (TCase):72 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:LGA1700
Power Consumption (TDP):125 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4, DDR5
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:89.604 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:192 GB

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