CPU
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Core i5-11600T
Core i3-12300
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-11600T
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-12300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-11600T | Core i3-12300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($262) | ✅ More affordable ($143) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Rocket Lake (2021) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-11600T | Core i3-12300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+82%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($262) | ✅ More affordable ($143) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-11600T and Core i3-12300
Core i5-11600T
The Core i5-11600T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Rocket Lake (2021) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 14,447 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i3-12300
The Core i3-12300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 60 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 14,384 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i5-11600T packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i3-12300 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i5-11600T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Core i5-11600T versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i3-12300 — a 7.1% clock advantage for the Core i3-12300 (base: 1.7 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i5-11600T uses the Rocket Lake (2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-12300 uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-11600T scores 14,447 against the Core i3-12300's 14,384 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i5-11600T. Both processors carry 12 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i5-11600T | Core i3-12300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz | 4.4 GHz+7% |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 3.5 GHz+106% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total) | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Rocket Lake (2021) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 14,447 | 14,384 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,856 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 6,455 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-11600T uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i3-12300 uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-11600T | Core i3-12300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-11600T) / not specified (Core i3-12300). The Core i5-11600T includes integrated graphics (UHD 750), while the Core i3-12300 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-11600T targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-11600T rivals Ryzen 5 5600G.
| Feature | Core i5-11600T | Core i3-12300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | UHD 750 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | Yes | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Gaming | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-11600T launched at $262 MSRP, while the Core i3-12300 debuted at $143. At current prices ($262 vs $143), the Core i3-12300 is $119 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-11600T delivers 55.1 pts/$ vs 100.6 pts/$ for the Core i3-12300 — making the Core i3-12300 the 58.4% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-11600T | Core i3-12300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $262 | $143-45% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $262 | $143-45% |
| Performance per Dollar | 55.1 | 100.6+83% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2022 |
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