Intel Core i5-10400F vs AMD Ryzen 7 2700X

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Performance
Core i5-10400F
14,53939% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 2700X4% better
15,09841% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 2700X has 4% better performance than the Core i5-10400F for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-10400F
No data available
Ryzen 7 2700X
45.8938% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 2700X has 38% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i5-10400F CPU

The Intel Core i5-10400F is a 6-core (12-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2020. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Comet Lake microarchitecture. The i5-10400F is compatible with Intel Socket 1200 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-10400F supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-10400F has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 12 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-10400F features 6 total cores which can process 12 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.9 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.3 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-10400F does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i5-10400F has the 147th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 39.30% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2018 with a suggested retail price of $329. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen+ microarchitecture. The 2700X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 12 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 7 2700X supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 7 2700X has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 16 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 7 2700X features 8 total cores which can process 16 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.7 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.3 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 7 2700X does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Ryzen 7 2700X has the 140th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 40.82% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 15,098 score and $329 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 45.89. This is the 60th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCore i5-10400FRyzen 7 2700X
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i5Ryzen 7
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ2 2020Q2 2018
Launch Price (MSRP)--$329
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-10400F
14,53939% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 2700X4% better
15,09841% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 2700X has 4% better performance than the Core i5-10400F for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-10400F is ranked 147th with a score of 14,539, and the Ryzen 7 2700X is ranked 140th with a score of 15,098.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-10400F
No data available
Ryzen 7 2700X
45.8938% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 2700X has 87% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Ryzen 7 2700X's 45.89 performance per dollar ranks it 0th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i5-10400F or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-11400F15,367+6%
Core i9-7900X15,260+5%
Core i7-5960X15,217+5%
Ryzen 7 2700X15,098+4%
Core i7-8700K14,766+2%
Core i7-9700K14,657+1%
Core i5-10400F14,539
Ryzen 7 270013,959-4%
Core i7-970013,939-4%
Ryzen 7 1800X13,782-5%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i5-10400F orRyzen 7 2700X
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 5 2600X52.72+15%
Core i5-840051.94+13%
Ryzen 5 160050.98+11%
Ryzen 7 3800XT47.38+3%
Ryzen 7 270046.69+2%
Ryzen 7 2700X45.89
Core i7-870043.93-4%
Core i7-11700K43.42-5%
Core i5-8600K42.15-8%
Core i7-970041.86-9%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkCore i5-10400FRyzen 7 2700X
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
14,539
15,098
(+3.84%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
7,548
8,747
(+15.89%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,332
1,762
(+32.28%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
180
(+2.45%)
175.7
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
5,766
6,131
(+6.33%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,456
(+16.02%)
1,255
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
12,198
17,527
(+43.69%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,547
(+5.2%)
2,421
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCore i5-10400FRyzen 7 2700X
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelGlobalFoundries
Process Size14 nm12 nm
Transistors--4,800 million

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecCore i5-10400FRyzen 7 2700X
SeriesCore i5Ryzen 7
MicroarchitectureComet LakeZen+
CodenameComet LakeZen
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecCore i5-10400FRyzen 7 2700X
Cores68
Threads1216
Clock Speed2.9 GHz3.7 GHz
Turbo Clock4.3 GHz4.3 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier29.0x37.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoYes

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecCore i5-10400FRyzen 7 2700X
L1 Cache64 KB96 KB
L2 Cache256 KB512 KB
L3 Cache12 MB16 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecCore i5-10400FRyzen 7 2700X
SocketIntel Socket 1200AMD Socket AM4
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W105 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)65 W--
Power Limit 2 (PL2)134 W--
Tcase Max72 °C--
TJ Max100 °C85 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCore i5-10400FRyzen 7 2700X
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, ABM, ADX, RdRand, TBT 2.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost 2, XFR 2

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.