Ryzen AI 5 330 vs Core i5-12400F
Ryzen AI 5 330
Core i5-12400F
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
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Ryzen AI 5 330 is positioned at rank #608 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen AI 5 330
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-12400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen AI 5 330 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) | ✅ More affordable ($110) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Krackan Point 2 (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen AI 5 330 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+386%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) | ✅ 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 Ryzen AI 5 330 and Core i5-12400F
Ryzen AI 5 330
The Ryzen AI 5 330 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 July 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Krackan Point 2 (2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5, LPDDR5X. Passmark benchmark score: 12,794 points. Launch price was $149.
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 Ryzen AI 5 330 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i5-12400F offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i5-12400F has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen AI 5 330 versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-12400F — a 2.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen AI 5 330 (base: 2 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Ryzen AI 5 330 uses the Krackan Point 2 (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Core i5-12400F uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen AI 5 330 scores 12,794 against the Core i5-12400F's 19,532 — a 41.7% lead for the Core i5-12400F. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Ryzen AI 5 330 vs 18 MB (total) on the Core i5-12400F.
| Feature | Ryzen AI 5 330 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz+2% | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.5 GHz+25% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 18 MB (total)+350% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+25% |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Krackan Point 2 (2025) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 12,794 | 19,532+53% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 12,380 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,700 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 657 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen AI 5 330 uses the FP8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-12400F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen AI 5 330 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP8 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen AI 5 330) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-12400F). Primary use case: Core i5-12400F targets Gaming Performance/Value. Direct competitor: Core i5-12400F rivals Ryzen 5 5600.
| Feature | Ryzen AI 5 330 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Gaming Performance/Value |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen AI 5 330 launched at $350 MSRP, while the Core i5-12400F debuted at $174. At current prices ($350 vs $110), the Core i5-12400F is $240 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen AI 5 330 delivers 36.6 pts/$ vs 177.6 pts/$ for the Core i5-12400F — making the Core i5-12400F the 131.7% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen AI 5 330 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $350 | $174-50% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $350 | $110-69% |
| Performance per Dollar | 36.6 | 177.6+385% |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2022 |
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