Intel Core i5-10600K vs AMD Ryzen 7 5800X

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Performance
Core i5-10600K
15,96143% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 5800X49% better
23,703.564% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 5800X has 49% better performance than the Core i5-10600K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-10600K
No data available
Ryzen 7 5800X
52.7943% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 5800X has 43% 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 i5-10600K CPU

The Intel Core i5-10600K 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 i5-10600K is compatible with Intel Socket 1200 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 630 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-10600K supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-10600K 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 i5-10600K 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 4.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.8 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 Core i5-10600K includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 630. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i5-10600K has the 122nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 43.15% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2020 with a suggested retail price of $449. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen 3 microarchitecture. The 5800X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 7 5800X 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 5800X 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 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 32 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 7 5800X 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 3.8 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.7 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 5800X 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 5800X has the 39th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 64.08% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 23,703.5 score and $449 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 52.79. This is the 40th 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 i5-10600KRyzen 7 5800X
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i5Ryzen 7
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ2 2020Q4 2020
Launch Price (MSRP)--$449
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-10600K
15,96143% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 5800X49% better
23,703.564% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 5800X has 49% better performance than the Core i5-10600K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-10600K is ranked 122nd with a score of 15,961, and the Ryzen 7 5800X is ranked 39th with a score of 23,703.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-10600K
No data available
Ryzen 7 5800X
52.7943% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 5800X has 100% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Ryzen 7 5800X's 52.79 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 i5-10600K or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-13400F23,820+49%
Core i7-12700F23,748+49%
Ryzen 7 5800X23,703.5+49%
Core i5-1340023,120+45%
Core i9-10900K21,935+37%
Core i7-6950X16,403+3%
Core i5-11600K16,381+3%
Core i5-10600K15,961
Ryzen 7 5700G15,947-0%
Core i7-1070015,497-3%

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 i5-10600K orRyzen 7 5800X
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 9 790061.36+16%
Core i7-12700K61+16%
Ryzen 7 5800X3D60.66+15%
Core i7-1170055.98+6%
Ryzen 7 3700X55.57+5%
Ryzen 7 5800X52.79
Ryzen 9 7900X50.51-4%
Ryzen 7 3800XT47.38-10%
Core i9-1290046.85-11%
Core i9-12900K43.78-17%

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 i5-10600KRyzen 7 5800X
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
15,961
23,703.5
(+48.51%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
8,290
11,652
(+40.55%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,452
2,608.5
(+79.65%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
205
265.5
(+29.51%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
6,886
10,260
(+49%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,686
2,201
(+30.55%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
14,320
27,884
(+94.72%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,922
3,445
(+17.9%)
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 i5-10600KRyzen 7 5800X
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelTSMC
Process Size14 nm7 nm
Transistors--4,150 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 i5-10600KRyzen 7 5800X
SeriesCore i5Ryzen 7
MicroarchitectureComet LakeZen 3
CodenameComet LakeVermeer
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoYes

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 i5-10600KRyzen 7 5800X
Cores68
Threads1216
Clock Speed4.1 GHz3.8 GHz
Turbo Clock4.8 GHz4.7 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier41.0x38.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesYes

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 i5-10600KRyzen 7 5800X
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB512 KB
L3 Cache12 MB32 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 i5-10600KRyzen 7 5800X
SocketIntel Socket 1200AMD Socket AM4
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x20
Thermal Design Power (TDP)125 W105 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)125 W--
Power Limit 2 (PL2)182 W--
Package Power Tracking (PPT)--142 W
Tcase Max72 °C95 °C
TJ Max100 °C90 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i5-10600KRyzen 7 5800X
Integrated GraphicsUHD Graphics 630--
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.