Core i5-1240P vs Ryzen 7 1800X
Core i5-1240P
Ryzen 7 1800X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-1240P
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 1800X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-1240P | Ryzen 7 1800X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($120) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-P (2022) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-1240P | Ryzen 7 1800X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+67%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($120) |
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 i5-1240P and Ryzen 7 1800X
Core i5-1240P
The Core i5-1240P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 February 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-P (2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 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: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 16,224 points. Launch price was $299.
Ryzen 7 1800X
The Ryzen 7 1800X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2 March 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 16384 kB. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 16,305 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Core i5-1240P packs 12 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 7 1800X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Core i5-1240P has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-1240P versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 1800X — a 9.5% clock advantage for the Core i5-1240P (base: 1.7 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i5-1240P uses the Alder Lake-P (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 7 1800X uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-1240P scores 16,224 against the Ryzen 7 1800X's 16,305 — a 0.5% lead for the Ryzen 7 1800X. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 11,268 vs 9,314 (19% advantage for the Core i5-1240P). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,102 vs 1,130, a 60.1% lead for the Core i5-1240P that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 7,577 vs 5,700 (28.3% advantage for the Core i5-1240P). L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-1240P vs 16384 kB on the Ryzen 7 1800X.
| Feature | Core i5-1240P | Ryzen 7 1800X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 16+50% | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz+10% | 4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 3.6 GHz+112% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total) | 16384 kB+33% |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 4096 kB+220% |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Alder Lake-P (2022) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 16,224 | 16,305 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 11,268+21% | 9,314 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,102+86% | 1,130 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 7,577+33% | 5,700 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-1240P uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 7 1800X uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-1240P versus DDR4-2666 on the Ryzen 7 1800X — the Core i5-1240P supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 1800X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 20 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Alder Lake-P (Core i5-1240P) and AM4 (Ryzen 7 1800X).
| Feature | Core i5-1240P | Ryzen 7 1800X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1744 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200+25% | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 1800X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-1240P) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 1800X). The Core i5-1240P includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe Graphics), while the Ryzen 7 1800X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-1240P targets Budget, Ryzen 7 1800X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-1240P rivals Ryzen 5 6600U; Ryzen 7 1800X rivals Core i7-8700.
| Feature | Core i5-1240P | Ryzen 7 1800X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Iris Xe Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Budget | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-1240P launched at $309 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 1800X debuted at $499. At current prices ($200 vs $120), the Ryzen 7 1800X is $80 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-1240P delivers 81.1 pts/$ vs 135.9 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 1800X — making the Ryzen 7 1800X the 50.5% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-1240P | Ryzen 7 1800X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $309-38% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $120-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 81.1 | 135.9+68% |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2017 |
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