Core i5-13600K vs Ryzen 5 2500X

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

37655

Passmark Score

9388

Performance Difference

Core i5-13600K is 301.1% faster than Ryzen 5 2500X

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Core i5-13600K performs 301.1% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Core i5-13600K and Ryzen 5 2500X.

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 i5-13600K and Ryzen 5 2500X

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
AMD

Ryzen 5 2500X

The Ryzen 5 2500X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 9,388 points.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen 5
Designer:AMD
Manufacturer:GlobalFoundries
Release Date:1 October 2018 (7 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Zen+ (2018−2019)
Performance Ranking Position:1344

Technical Specifications

Cores:4
Threads:8
Die Size:192 mm2
L1 Cache:96K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:16 MB (total)
Max Frequency:4 GHz
Multiplicador:36
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.6 GHz
Transistor Count:4,800 million
Process Technology:12 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Velocidade Dos Pneus:4 × 8 GT/s
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:AM4
Power Consumption (TDP):65 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1 (Uniprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4 Dual-channel
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:46.933 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:64 GB

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