Intel Core i5-12600K vs Intel Core i5-7500
A side-by-side spec comparison of the Intel Core i5-12600K and the Intel Core i5-7500. We line up every specification and score the ones that matter most in this category — weighted, not a raw count of specs won — to reach an overall verdict so you can decide which cpu / processor is right for your build.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 125W | 65W |
| Cores | 10 | 4 |
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA1151 |
| L3 Cache | 20 MB | 6 MB |
| Threads | 10 | 8 |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Alder Lake | Kaby Lake |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel HD Graphics 630 |
Winner: Intel Core i5-12600K — driven by Cores (10), Boost Clock (4.9 GHz), L3 Cache (20 MB)
Intel Core i5-12600K
11
performance points
Intel Core i5-7500
1
performance point
Winner is scored by weighting the specs that matter most in this category (not a raw count of specs won).
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