Core i5-12400F vs Ryzen 9 5980HX

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

19532

Passmark Score

23300

Performance Difference

Ryzen 9 5980HX is 19.3% faster than Core i5-12400F

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen 9 5980HX performs 19.3% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Core i5-12400F and Ryzen 9 5980HX.

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 Core i5-12400F and Ryzen 9 5980HX

Intel

Core i5-12400F

The Core i5-12400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 19,532 points. Launch price was $180.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$180
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:4 January 2022 (3 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Alder Lake-S (2022)
Performance Ranking Position:802

Technical Specifications

Cores:6
Threads:12
Die Size:163 mm2
L1 Cache:80K (per core)
L2 Cache:1.25 MB (per core)
L3 Cache:18 MB (total)
Max Frequency:4.4 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.5 GHz
Process Technology:Intel 7 nm
Cores De Desempenho:6
Max Core Temperature:100 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:LGA1700
Power Consumption (TDP):65 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:76.8 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:128 GB
AMD

Ryzen 9 5980HX

The Ryzen 9 5980HX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 12 January 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Cezanne-HX (Zen 3) (2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 23,300 points.

General Information

Type:Para notebooks
Series:Cezanne (Zen 3, Ryzen 5000)
Designer:AMD
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:12 January 2021 (4 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Cezanne-HX (Zen 3) (2021)
Performance Ranking Position:632

Technical Specifications

Cores:8
Threads:16
Die Size:180 mm2
L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:512 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:16 MB (total)
Max Frequency:4.8 GHz
Multiplicador:33
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.3 GHz
Transistor Count:10,700 million
Process Technology:7 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Core Temperature:105 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:FP6
Power Consumption (TDP):45 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4

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