Core i7-12650H vs Core i5-12400F

Core i7-12650H

10 Cores16 Thrd45 WWMax: 4.7 GHz2022

Core i5-12400F

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.4 GHz2022

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-12650H

10 / 16

21,742

+11.3%

19,532

0.0%

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

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-12650H

#144

Core i7-12650H

MSRP: $457|Avg: N/A

100%

#153

Core i7-1370P

MSRP: $438|Avg: $280

96%

#158

Core i9-13900H

MSRP: $617|Avg: N/A

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-12400F

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

121%

#16

Core Ultra 5 225F

MSRP: $231|Avg: $150

118%

#17

Core Ultra 7 265K

MSRP: $309|Avg: $285

116%

#18

Ryzen 9 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $150

115%

#19

Ryzen 5 3600X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $90

113%

#20

Core i7-14700KF

MSRP: $384|Avg: $260

113%

#21

Core i7-14700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $270

109%

#22

Ryzen 5 4500

MSRP: $129|Avg: $85

106%

#23

Ryzen 5 5600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $115

106%

#24

Celeron G5925

MSRP: $62|Avg: $15

105%

#25

Ryzen 5 7500F

MSRP: $179|Avg: $145

104%

#26

Core Ultra 5 245

MSRP: $319|Avg: $220

103%

#27

Ryzen 7 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $86

102%

#28

Core Ultra 7 265KF

MSRP: $379|Avg: $323

102%

#29

Core Ultra 7 265F

MSRP: $369|Avg: $276

100%

#30

Core i5-12400F

MSRP: $174|Avg: $110

100%

#31

Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

99%

#32

Ryzen 7 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $100

98%

#33

Core i3-10100F

MSRP: $88|Avg: $50

98%

#34

Ryzen 5 7400F

MSRP: $150|Avg: $147

98%

#35

Ryzen 5 9600X

MSRP: $279|Avg: $178

95%

#36

Ryzen 7 3800X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $140

93%

#37

Ryzen 3 5300G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

92%

#38

Ryzen 9 7900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $316

91%

#39

Ryzen 5 5600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $135

91%

#40

Core i5-14600KF

MSRP: $304|Avg: $239

91%

#41

Ryzen 7 5800

MSRP: $349|Avg: $160

91%

#42

Core i3-14100F

MSRP: $109|Avg: $96

90%

#43

Ryzen 7 3700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $140

90%

#44

Ryzen 5 7600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $178

90%

#45

Ryzen 3 3100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The Core i7-12650H delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the Core i5-12400F in both compute-intensive tasks (10.7% faster) and gaming workloads.

Insight	Core i7-12650H	Core i5-12400F
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($457)	✅ More affordable ($110)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-H (2022) / Intel 7 nm)	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / Intel 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Value Proposition: The Core i5-12400F offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $110 (vs $457), it costs 76% less. While offering competitive performance, it results in a 273% higher cost efficiency score compared to the Core i7-12650H.

Insight	Core i7-12650H	Core i5-12400F
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+273%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($457)	✅ More affordable ($110)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i7-12650H Benchmark Check

Core i5-12400F Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-12650H and Core i5-12400F

Core i7-12650H

The Core i7-12650H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-H (2022) architecture. It features 10 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 21,742 points. Launch price was $299.

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.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-12650H packs 10 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i5-12400F offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i7-12650H has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Core i7-12650H versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-12400F — a 6.6% clock advantage for the Core i7-12650H (base: 2.3 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Core i7-12650H uses the Alder Lake-H (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Core i5-12400F uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-12650H scores 21,742 against the Core i5-12400F's 19,532 — a 10.7% lead for the Core i7-12650H. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 13,500 vs 12,380 (8.7% advantage for the Core i7-12650H). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,780 vs 1,700, a 4.6% lead for the Core i7-12650H that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 10,920 vs 657 (177.3% advantage for the Core i7-12650H). L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core i7-12650H vs 18 MB (total) on the Core i5-12400F.

Feature	Core i7-12650H	Core i5-12400F
Cores / Threads	10 / 16+67%	6 / 12
Boost Clock	4.7 GHz+7%	4.4 GHz
Base Clock	2.3 GHz	2.5 GHz+9%
L3 Cache	24 MB (total)+33%	18 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)	1.25 MB (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm	Intel 7 nm
Architecture	Alder Lake-H (2022)	Alder Lake-S (2022)
PassMark	21,742+11%	19,532
Cinebench R23 Multi	13,500+9%	12,380
Geekbench 6 Single	1,780+5%	1,700
Geekbench 6 Multi	10,920+1562%	657

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-12650H 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 DDR5-4800 memory speed. The Core i5-12400F 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. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-12650H) vs 20 (Core i5-12400F) — the Core i5-12400F offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Alder Lake H (Core i7-12650H) and H610,B660,H670,Z690,B760,H770,Z790 (Core i5-12400F).

Feature	Core i7-12650H	Core i5-12400F
Socket	FCBGA1744	LGA1700
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-4800	DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB	128 GB+100%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	20+25%

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Advanced Features

Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-12650H) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-12400F). The Core i7-12650H includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 64EU), while the Core i5-12400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-12400F targets Gaming Performance/Value. Direct competitor: Core i5-12400F rivals Ryzen 5 5600.

Feature	Core i7-12650H	Core i5-12400F
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	UHD Graphics 64EU	—
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	Yes	—
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Target Use	—	Gaming Performance/Value