Core i5-1350P vs Core i5-12400F
Core i5-1350P
Core i5-12400F
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-1350P
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-12400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-1350P | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($110) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-P (2023) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-1350P | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+136%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($110) |
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 i5-1350P and Core i5-12400F
Core i5-1350P
The Core i5-1350P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-P (2023) architecture. It features 12 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 18,781 points. Launch price was $320.
Core i5-12400F
The Core i5-12400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 19,532 points. Launch price was $180.
Processing Power
The Core i5-1350P packs 12 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i5-12400F offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i5-1350P has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Core i5-1350P versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-12400F — a 6.6% clock advantage for the Core i5-1350P (base: 1.9 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Core i5-1350P uses the Raptor Lake-P (2023) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Core i5-12400F uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-1350P scores 18,781 against the Core i5-12400F's 19,532 — a 3.9% lead for the Core i5-12400F. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 11,500 vs 12,380 (7.4% advantage for the Core i5-12400F). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,400 vs 1,700, a 34.1% lead for the Core i5-1350P that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 10,000 vs 657 (175.3% advantage for the Core i5-1350P). Both processors carry 18 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i5-1350P | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 16+100% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz+7% | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.5 GHz+32% |
| L3 Cache | 18 MB (total) | 18 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+60% | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-P (2023) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 18,781 | 19,532+4% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 11,500 | 12,380+8% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,400+41% | 1,700 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 10,000+1422% | 657 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-1350P uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-12400F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5200 memory speed. The Core i5-12400F supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 96 GB — 28.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 28 (Core i5-1350P) vs 20 (Core i5-12400F) — the Core i5-1350P offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Raptor Lake-P (Core i5-1350P) and H610,B660,H670,Z690,B760,H770,Z790 (Core i5-12400F).
| Feature | Core i5-1350P | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1744 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200 | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 96 GB | 128 GB+33% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28+40% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-1350P) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-12400F). The Core i5-1350P includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)), while the Core i5-12400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-1350P targets Gaming, Core i5-12400F targets Gaming Performance/Value. Direct competitor: Core i5-1350P rivals Ryzen 7 6800U; Core i5-12400F rivals Ryzen 5 5600.
| Feature | Core i5-1350P | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Iris Xe Graphics (80EU) | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Gaming | Gaming Performance/Value |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-1350P launched at $320 MSRP, while the Core i5-12400F debuted at $174. At current prices ($250 vs $110), the Core i5-12400F is $140 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-1350P delivers 75.1 pts/$ vs 177.6 pts/$ for the Core i5-12400F — making the Core i5-12400F the 81.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-1350P | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $320 | $174-46% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $250 | $110-56% |
| Performance per Dollar | 75.1 | 177.6+136% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2022 |
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