Intel Core i9-14900K vs Intel Core i5-12400F
We compared Intel Core i9-14900K 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 i9-14900K vs Intel Core i5-12400FIntel Core i9-14900K delivers ~37% more FPS in games.Fortnite 1080p: 355 vs 260 FPS.
FPS comparison
Average FPS paired with GeForce RTX 5090 (FHD - 1080p), “High” settings.
| Intel Core i9-14900K | Intel Core i5-12400F | |
|---|---|---|
| Fortnite | 355 FPS | 260 FPS |
| Counter-Strike 2 | 615 FPS | 450 FPS |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 190 FPS | 140 FPS |
| Valorant | 740 FPS | 540 FPS |
| COD: Warzone | 230 FPS | 170 FPS |
| Battlefield 6 | 190 FPS | 140 FPS |
| PUBG: Battlegrounds | 330 FPS | 240 FPS |
| Rainbow Six Siege | 470 FPS | 345 FPS |
| Marvel Rivals | 200 FPS | 150 FPS |
| GTA V | 150 FPS | 110 FPS |
| Red Dead Redemption 2 | 185 FPS | 135 FPS |
| Escape from Tarkov | 115 FPS | 85 FPS |
| Rust | 150 FPS | 110 FPS |
| Minecraft | 465 FPS | 340 FPS |
Specifications
| Model | Intel Core i9-14900K | Intel Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming performance score | 82 | 60 |
| TDP | 125 W | 65 W |
Prices in shops
Intel Core i9-14900K
£436.23
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Intel Core i5-12400F
£125.06
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FPS with popular pairings
Calculations are approximate - the real difference depends on the game, settings and drivers. The FPS model is calibrated against public TechPowerUp, Tom’s Hardware and Hardware Unboxed benchmarks. CPU and GPU calibration: July 2026 · Newest games added: September 2026. How we calculate FPS