Intel Core i9-13900K vs Intel Core i5-12400F
We compared Intel Core i9-13900K and Intel Core i5-12400F: expected FPS in popular games at 1080p, 1440p and 4K, a specifications table and prices in shops. Find out which one wins.
Intel Core i9-13900K vs Intel Core i5-12400FIntel Core i9-13900K delivers ~35% more FPS in games.Fortnite 1080p: 350 vs 260 FPS.
FPS comparison
Average FPS paired with GeForce RTX 5090 (FHD - 1080p), “High” settings.
| Intel Core i9-13900K | Intel Core i5-12400F | |
|---|---|---|
| Fortnite | 350 FPS | 260 FPS |
| Counter-Strike 2 | 520 FPS | 385 FPS |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 185 FPS | 140 FPS |
| Valorant | 730 FPS | 540 FPS |
| COD: Warzone | 225 FPS | 170 FPS |
| Battlefield 6 | 185 FPS | 140 FPS |
| PUBG: Battlegrounds | 325 FPS | 240 FPS |
| Rainbow Six Siege | 465 FPS | 345 FPS |
| Marvel Rivals | 200 FPS | 150 FPS |
| GTA V | 150 FPS | 110 FPS |
| Red Dead Redemption 2 | 180 FPS | 135 FPS |
| Escape from Tarkov | 115 FPS | 85 FPS |
| Rust | 145 FPS | 110 FPS |
| Minecraft | 460 FPS | 340 FPS |
Specifications
| Model | Intel Core i9-13900K | Intel Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming performance score | 81 | 60 |
| TDP | 125 W | 65 W |
Prices in shops
Intel Core i5-12400F
≈£121.43
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FPS with popular pairings
Calculations are approximate - the real difference depends on the game, settings and drivers.