Intel Core i5-10400
intel
Brand6
Cores12
Threads65 W
TDP14 nm
Process Size2.9 GH/z
Base Clock4.3 GH/z
Boost ClockDDR4
Memory Supportintel socket 1200
SocketIntel Core i5-10400
Techinical Specs
Processor Details
Name
Intel Core i5-10400
Brand
intel
Process Type
desktop
Release Date
Apr 29th 2020
Launch Price
$
Specifications
Socket
intel socket 1200
Foundry
Intel
Process Size
14 nm
Die Size
mm 2
Package
FC-LGA1200
Performance
Frequency
2.9 GH/z
Boost Clock
4.3 GH/z
Multiplier
29.0 x
Multiplier Unlocked
YES
TDP
65 W
Core Configuration
Total Cores
6
Total Threads
12
Hybrid Cores
N/A
Integrated GPU
UHD Graphics 630
Cache
L1: 64 KB
L2: 0.25 MB
L3: 12.00 MB
Architecture
Codename
Comet Lake
Generation
Core i5 (Comet Lake)
Memory Support
DDR4
ECC Memory Support
YES
PCI Express
Gen 3, 16 Lanes(CPU only)
Supported Chipsets
Features
- • MMX
- • SSE
- • SSE2
- • SSE3
- • SSSE3
- • SSE4.2
- • AVX
- • AVX2
- • EIST
- • Intel 64
- • XD bit
- • VT-x
- • VT-d
- • AES-NI
- • TSX
- • TXT
- • CLMUL
- • FMA3
- • F16C
- • BMI1
- • BMI2
- • ABM
- • ADX
- • RdRand
- • TBT 2.0
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Performance in Benchmarks
Cinebench R23
PassMark
Geekbench 5
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Intel Core i5-10400
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PCBench Rating in 2025
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AI Summary
The Intel Core i5-10400 delivers modest 6-core/12-thread performance with a Passmark score of 12134, suitable for basic gaming and productivity. While its 14nm process and lack of PCIe 4.0 limit modern upgrades, it remains a budget-friendly choice for entry-level builds. However, newer options like the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X offer significantly better performance and efficiency in 2025.
Pros
- Affordable for budget-conscious builders
- 6 cores and 12 threads handle everyday multitasking well
- Low 65W TDP for efficient power usage
- Compatible with affordable 400-series motherboards
Cons
- Outdated 14nm process limits performance and efficiency
- Lacks PCIe 4.0/5.0 support for modern GPUs and NVMe drives
- Base clock listed as 100 GHz is likely a data error
- No significant upgrade over newer budget CPUs like AMD Ryzen 5 8400F
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