Core i5-13400 Vs Ryzen 5 5600X: We Tested 9 Games

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Previously, we conducted a performance analysis between two AMD processors – Ryzen 7 5700X and Ryzen 7 5800X and saw the latter outperforming the former with a 1.3% lead. But this time, we will compare the Core i5-13400 vs Ryzen 5 5600X to see which processor is the optimal choice considering specifications and performance.

Key Takeaways

• The Core i5 13400 comes with the Intel Raptor Lake-S architecture. Meanwhile, the AMD Ryzen 5600X features the Zen 3 Vermeer architecture.
• Based on our findings, the Core i5 13400 showcases an effective 7.6% enhancement in gaming performance at 1080p compared to the Ryzen 5 5600X.
• In our examination of power usage, the Core i5 13400 demonstrates superior efficiency compared to the Ryzen 5 5600X, consuming around 15.4% less power.
• The thermal efficiency tests we conducted show that the Core i5 13400 beat the Ryzen 5 5600X by 9.2%, making it more temperature efficient.

Comparison Table

Architectural Differences

• Architecture: The Core i5 13400 exerts Intel’s cutting-edge hybrid Raptor Lake-S architecture, whereas the Ryzen 5 5600X incorporates AMD’s older Zen 3 architecture.
• CPU Socket: Intel made the Core i5 13400 using its FCLGA1700 bearing 1700 connecting pins. In contrast, the Ryzen 5 5600X came with an AM4 socket holding 1331 pins.
• Process Node: AMD employs TSMC’s advanced 7nm FinFET technology to produce the cores for the Ryzen 5 5600X, while the Core i5 13400 is formulated using Intel’s 10nm node.
• Clock Speed: The Ryzen 5 5600X has a 48% higher base clock than the performance cores of the Core i5 13400. However, the two CPUs have the same turbo clock of 4.6 GHz to face challenging tasks.
• VRAM: Coming to memory, The Ryzen 5 5600X exclusively supports DDR4 memory, with DDR5 not being compatible with this processor. In contrast, the Core i5 13400 is compatible with both the DDR4 and DDR5. The Core i5 13400 also features 50% greater memory speed.
• Integrated Graphics: Intel provides UHD Graphics 730 as an iGPU with the Core i5 13400. It has 24 execution units and a max dynamic frequency of 1.55 GHz. On the other hand, the Ryzen 5 5600X lacks integrated graphics features.

Gaming Benchmarks

After analyzing the features and specifications of the Core i5-13400 vs Ryzen 5 5600X, let’s now check out their gaming capabilities. We subjected these processors to rigorous testing, evaluating their performance by executing various taxing games at a resolution of 1080p.

Testing Rig

The specifics of the system I utilized to test the performance of two CPUs were as follows:

• Operating System: Windows 10 Pro
• GPU: GeForce RTX 4090 24GB
• RAM 1: T-Force NightHawk RGB DDR4 3200MHz
• RAM 2: XPG Lancer RGB 6000 MHz DDR5
• Motherboard 1: ASUS ROG X570 Crosshair VIII Hero
• Motherboard 2: ASUS ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming
• Storage: XPG GAMMIX S70 BLADE 2TB NVMe SSD
• Power Supply: CORSAIR RM850i 850W
• CPU Cooler: be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4

Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0

• When we tested these CPUs’ performance in COD: Warzone 2.0, the Core i5-13400 demonstrated a 4.4% advantage, delivering an average FPS of 138, surpassing the Ryzen 5 5600X’s performance at 132 FPS.
• The Core i5-13400 topped the Ryzen 5 5600X with an astounding 7.4% lead in 1% lows, scoring an amazing 98 FPS compared to 91 FPS.
• About power usage, we observed that the Core i5-13400 draws 14.6% less power than the Ryzen 5 5600X, with only 57 W, while the latter requires 66 W to function.
• Furthermore, the Core i5-13400 has a thermal efficiency edge over the Ryzen 5 5600X with an average temperature of 53°C, which is 4°C or 7% cooler than the Ryzen 5 5600X’s average of 57°C.

Forza Horizon 5

• In our testing of Forza Horizon 5, the Core i5-13400 easily outperforms the Ryzen 5 5600X by 8.4%, achieving an average FPS of 223, while the latter scored 205 FPS.
• Regarding 1% lows, we noted that the Core i5-13400 outperforms the Ryzen 5 5600X by a notable 3.7%, clocking 162 FPS compared to 156 FPS.
• Surprisingly, the Core i5-13400 consumes 8% less power than the Ryzen 5 5600X in our power usage test, utilizing 48 W compared to 52 W.
• Per our analysis, the Core i5-13400 has a thermal advantage over the Ryzen 5 5600X, averaging 51°C compared to 56°C for the Ryzen.

Cyberpunk 2077

• During our Cyberpunk 2077 gameplay, the Ryzen 5 5600X provided an impressive 99 FPS, but the Core i5-13400 edged it out with an average of 119 FPS, an 18.3% difference in performance.
• The Ryzen 5 5600X falls short of the Core i5-13400 by 15.3% in our 1% lows test, managing 96 FPS in contrast to 112 FPS by the latter.
• Considering our power consumption figures, the Core i5-13400 proves less economical than the Ryzen 5 5600X, using 3.5% less power at 56 W versus 58 W.
• Comparing temperature efficiency, the Core i5-13400 outperforms the Ryzen 5 5600X with an average temperature of 55°C, which is 2°C or 3.5% lower than the Ryzen’s average temperature of 57°C.

Microsoft Flight Simulator

• When we played Microsoft Flight Simulator, the Core i5-13400 outperformed the Ryzen 5 5600X by 3.8% with an average of 79 FPS, which achieved 76 FPS.
• Using a 4.8% disparity in 1% lows, the Core i5-13400 triumphs over the Ryzen 5 5600X by reaching 63 FPS versus 60 FPS.
• The Ryzen 5 5600X uses a whopping 35.2% more power than the Core i5-13400, consuming 50 W compared to the latter’s 35 W, making the Core i5-13400 the more efficient of the two.
• In our thermal efficiency test, the Core i5-13400 ran at an average temperature of 45°C, while the Ryzen 5 5600X averaged 55°C.

Hitman 3

• During our Hitman 3 session, the Core i5-13400 and Ryzen 5 5600X achieved excellent average framerates of 160 FPS and 153 FPS, respectively. The former delivered a 4.4% better performance.
• The Core i5-13400 surpasses the Ryzen 5 5600X by 2.2% in 1% lows, scoring an impressive 133 FPS compared to 130 FPS.
• Comparing power usage, the Core i5-13400 emerges as the more energy-efficient processor, drawing 7.8% less power than the Ryzen 5 5600X with only 49 W power consumption compared to 53 W.
• Our thermal performance test shows that the Core i5-13400 outperforms the Ryzen 5 5600X, boasting a lower average temperature of 50°C versus 54°C.

Spider-Man: Miles Morales

• In our testing of Spider-Man: Miles Morales, the Ryzen 5 5600X falls just short of the Core i5-13400’s 105 FPS, making a commendable 92 FPS, a 13.1% performance advantage.
• The Core i5-13400 outshines the Ryzen 5 5600X with a 12.8% lead in 1% lows, recording 91 FPS against 80 FPS.
• The Ryzen 5 5600X consumed 12.5% more power than the Core i5-13400, with 68 W power usage compared to the latter’s 60 W.
• Regarding temperature efficiency, the Core i5-13400 leads the Ryzen 5 5600X with an average temperature of 55°C compared to 65°C, making it 10°C or 16.6% cooler.

Horizon Zero Dawn

• We observed that the Core i5-13400 pulls ahead with an average FPS of 190 in Horizon Zero Dawn, granting a 4.3% lead over the Ryzen 5 5600X, which clocked in at 182 FPS.
• The Core i5-13400 performs better than the Ryzen 5 5600X in 1% lows, exhibiting an 11.4% difference and recording 139 FPS instead of 124 FPS.
• During our power consumption test in Horizon Zero Dawn, the Core i5-13400 came out on top with a 24.3% lower power usage than the Ryzen 5 5600X, utilizing 54 W instead of 69 W.
• In regards to thermal efficiency, the Core i5-13400 takes the lead, running at an average temperature of 54°C, while the Ryzen 5 5600X runs at an average of 59°C.

The Witcher 3

• Regarding gaming performance in my The Witcher 3 gameplay, the Core i5-13400 outperformed the Ryzen 5 5600X by 7.2%, averaging 60 FPS compared to 57 FPS by the Ryzen 5 5600X.
• The Core i5-13400 defeats the Ryzen 5 5600X, with a narrow 5.4% difference in 1% lows, with 38 FPS as opposed to 36 FPS.
• The Core i5-13400 proves to be more energy-efficient than the Ryzen 5 5600X with a 28.5% reduction in power consumption, requiring only 45 W of power compared to the latter’s 60 W.
• According to my thermal performance test, the average operating temperature of the Core i5-13400 is 49°C, whilst the Ryzen 5 5600X typically runs hotter at 50°C.

Overall Gaming Performance

In our benchmarks, the Core i5-13400 demonstrated superior performance to the Ryzen 5 5600X, achieving higher FPS and 1% lows across almost all tested games. The Core i5-13400 impresses with an average FPS of 133.8 across multiple games, while the Ryzen 5 5600X lags behind with 124 FPS.

Hence, with a 7.6% higher performance at 1080p, the Core i5-13400 is more suitable for demanding gamers seeking improved performance than the Ryzen 5 5600X.

Average Power Consumption

Our benchmark tests revealed that the Ryzen 5 5600X consumes an average of 59.2 W while gaming at 1080p resolution. Meanwhile, the Core i5-13400 consumed only 50.7 W on average, representing a 15.4% higher power efficiency.

Average Thermal Statistics

We observed that the Core i5-13400 ran cooler during the 1080p gaming session, with an average temperature of 51.5°C, while the Ryzen 5 5600X registered a higher average temperature of 56.5°C.

Our thermal benchmarks reveal that the Core i5-13400 is around 9.2% more thermally efficient than the Ryzen 5 5600X, confirming lower average temperatures. 

Pricing And Availability

Exploring the availability and pricing of the Core i5-13400 and Ryzen 5 5600X processors reveals that despite their affordability, they differ significantly in price. The Core i5-13400 has a price tag of $221, which is notably lower than the Ryzen 5 5600X’s MSRP of $299, representing a launch price difference of around 30%.

Regarding the current market prices, the Core i5-13400 is now available for around $200, while the Ryzen 5 5600X sells for about $158.

Which One Do We Recommend?

If you seek enhanced processing capabilities in your processor, we recommend the Core i5-13400. The Core i5-13400 offers superior performance compared to the Ryzen 5 5600X, making it a more attractive option for gamers seeking top-tier performance. It has more cores and threads that increase the multi-core and multi-threading performance. The Core i5-13400 additionally furnishes you with integrated graphics capabilities.

However, if you’re tight on budget and prioritize performance with saving money, we recommend the Ryzen 5 5600X. Its current price is about $40 to $50 less than the Core i5-13400. Moreover, its gaming prowess stands commendable within its price range.

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Uzair Qureshi

[Comparisons Specialist]

I’m a passionate computer hardware expert specializing in CPUs and GPUs. With a lifelong curiosity for hardware and extensive hands-on experience, I provide valuable insights, practical advice, and in-depth analysis on these components. Engaging with the hardware community, I exchange knowledge and stay at the forefront of technological advancements.

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