Intel Core i7 X-Series 9800X 8-core LGA 2066
Intel Core i5 10400 6-core LGA1200
What Buyers Say
Intel Core i7 X-Series 9800X 8-core LGA 2066
The Intel Core i7-9800X is a powerful HEDT processor that delivers excellent multi-core performance, especially for gaming, 3D rendering, and memory-intensive tasks. Users praise its 44 PCIe lanes, quad-channel memory support, and overclocking potential, though many note it runs hot and requires robust cooling. The main drawbacks are its high price and the fact that some units arrived bent or defective.
Pros
- Excellent multi-core performance
- 44 PCIe lanes for full expansion
- Quad-channel memory support
- Good overclocking potential
- Fast single-core speeds
Cons
- High price
- Runs very hot under load
- Requires high-end cooling solution
- Some units arrived bent or defective
- Expensive compared to competition
Intel Core i5 10400 6-core LGA1200
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this Intel Core i5-10400, praising its fast performance, easy installation, and great value for the price. Many note it works well with various motherboards and coolers, and that it runs cool and quiet. A few mention minor issues like needing to purchase a separate cooler for OEM versions and compatibility with specific motherboards, but overall it's highly recommended.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Easy installation
- Great value for money
- Runs cool and quiet
- Comes with stock cooler
Cons
- OEM version lacks cooler
- Not compatible with LGA1151
- Requires LGA1200 motherboard
- No overclocking support
- Integrated graphics limited for gaming
Scores
Specifications
| Intel Core i7 X-Series 9800X | Intel Core i5 10400 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | Intel | Intel |
| Series | Core i7 | Core i5 |
| Model | 9800X | 10400 |
| Codename | Skylake X | Comet Lake |
| Class | desktop | desktop |
| Process | 14 | 14 |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | 8★ | 6 |
| P-cores | — | 6★ |
| Threads | 16★ | 12 |
| Base Clock | ||
| Boost Clock | ||
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | 8★ | 1.5 |
| L3 Cache | 16.5★ | 12 |
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | ||
| PassMark Single | ||
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Max Speed | ||
| Channels | 4★ | 2 |
| Max Memory | No data | |
| ECC | ✗ | ✗ |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | LGA 2066 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| PCIe Lanes | 44★ | 16 |
| TDP | 165 | 65★ |
| Max Turbo Power | — | 134★ |
| Unlocked | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Graphics & AI | ||
| Integrated Graphics | — | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
Pros & Cons
Intel Core i7 X-Series 9800X 8-core LGA 2066
- Strong platform (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong ai (77th percentile)
- Strong social proof (75th percentile)
- Strong multi thread (73rd percentile)
- Below average affordability (26th percentile)
Intel Core i5 10400 6-core LGA1200
- Strong social proof (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong efficiency (74th percentile)
- Strong single thread (72nd percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (69th percentile)
Pricing
Intel Core i5 10400 6-core LGA1200 offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 63 overall, wins 3 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 27 specs.
