Core i7-12700K vs Ryzen 5 2600E

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Passmark Score

34347

Passmark Score

12346

Performance Difference

Core i7-12700K is 178.2% faster than Ryzen 5 2600E

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Core i7-12700K performs 178.2% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Core i7-12700K and Ryzen 5 2600E.

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 i7-12700K and Ryzen 5 2600E

Intel

Core i7-12700K

The Core i7-12700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 November 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake, Golden Cove, Gracemont (2021) architecture. It features 12 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 34,347 points. Launch price was $409.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:Intel Core i7
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$409
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:4 November 2021 (4 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Alder Lake, Golden Cove, Gracemont (2021)
Performance Ranking Position:351

Technical Specifications

Cores:12
Threads:20
Die Size:215.25 mm2
L1 Cache:80K (per core)
L2 Cache:1.25 MB (per core)
L3 Cache:25 MB (total)
Max Frequency:5 GHz
Multiplicador:36
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.6 GHz
Cores Eficientes:4
Type De Autocarro:DMI 4.0
Process Technology:10 nm
Cores De Desempenho:8
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Core Temperature:100 °C
Velocidade Dos Pneus:8 × 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:76.805 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:128 GB
AMD

Ryzen 5 2600E

The Ryzen 5 2600E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 September 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 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: 12,346 points.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen 5
Designer:AMD
Manufacturer:GlobalFoundries
Release Date:19 September 2018 (7 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Zen+ (2018−2019)
Performance Ranking Position:1177

Technical Specifications

Cores:6
Threads:12
Die Size:192 mm2
L1 Cache:96K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:16 MB (total)
Max Frequency:4 GHz
Multiplicador:31
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.1 GHz
Transistor Count:4,800 million
Process Technology:12 nm
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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