Core i9 vs Core i5

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Primary details

Comparing Core i5 and Core i9 processor market type (desktop or notebook), architecture, sales start time and price.

Place in performance ranking1772not rated
Place by popularitynot in top-100not in top-100
Cost-effectiveness evaluation6.75no data
Market segmentDesktop processorDesktop processor
Release date1 October 2023 (less than a year ago)1 October 2023 (less than a year ago)
Current price$190 $399

Cost-effectiveness evaluation

Performance per price, higher is better.

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Detailed specifications

Core i5 and Core i9 basic parameters such as number of cores, number of threads, base frequency and turbo boost clock, lithography, cache size and multiplier lock state. These parameters indirectly say of CPU speed, though for more precise assessment you have to consider their test results.

64 bit support--
Unlocked multiplierNoNo

Pros & cons summary


We couldn't decide between Core i5 and Core i9. We've got no test results to judge.


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