Intel Core i5-12600K vs AMD Ryzen 5 5600X

The Intel Core i5-12600K leads on gaming, scoring 83.8 — about 1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X. For AI workloads the Intel Core i5-12600K is the clear call: it's both faster and better value in that segment. The Intel Core i5-12600K comes out ahead in 4 of the 4 uses we score. On today's street prices the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is the cheaper of the two: the Intel Core i5-12600K costs around 40% more. For bang for your buck, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is the stronger value pick. It's a split call: the Intel Core i5-12600K is faster, but the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X gives more performance for the money.