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In this video, Jason from PC Builder delivers an in-depth guide on constructing an optimal gaming PC centered around the Intel i5 12400 CPU, comparing it with the Ryzen 5 5600X. He covers the selection of components such as the motherboard, memory, and cooling solutions. The key focus is the value the i5 12400 and its variant, the 12400F, offer as cost-effective six-core, twelve-thread CPUs, especially advantageous with decreasing GPU prices. The distinction between the 12400, with integrated graphics, and the 12400F, without, is highlighted, with recommendations for pairing these CPUs with B660 or H670 motherboards due to their locked status against overclocking.
The video dives into evaluating different GPU and memory kit combinations, concluding that significant performance improvements in gaming are rarely seen with faster memory, especially at higher resolutions where the GPU is the limiting factor. For 1080p and 1440p gaming, GPUs like the Radeon RX 6600, RX 6600 XT, RTX 3060 Ti, and equivalent options are deemed most cost-effective, with higher-end GPUs like the RTX 3080 or RX 6900 XT being advisable for bargain-seekers at the 4K level.
Jason also describes ideal motherboards and cooling solutions for the i5-12400. Budget recommendations include motherboards like the MSI Pro B660M-A and ASUS Prime B660M-A, and an upgraded air cooler to replace the noisier and less efficient stock cooler. Comparisons between the Intel i5 12400 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X reveal nearly identical performance, with the i5 12400 slightly cheaper but delivering similar results, making the overall build costs for each system comparable.
Additionally, a sample budget-friendly gaming PC build focusing on the i5 12400, costing around $1031, is presented. This build includes components like the SE 224 XT cooler, Asus Prime B660M motherboard, 16GB DDR4 RAM, 500GB NVMe storage, and a Sapphire Radeon RX 6600 graphics card, emphasized for its affordability and efficiency. The video concludes with a thank you to a viewer for sending a t-shirt before signing off.
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In this part of the video, Jason from PC Builder provides a detailed guide on creating the best Intel i5 12400 gaming PC build for 2022. He addresses components such as the motherboard, memory, and cooler, and compares the i5 12400 with the Ryzen 5600X in terms of price and performance. The Intel i5 12400 and 12400F, being budget-friendly six-core, twelve-thread CPUs, are highlighted for their value, especially with decreasing GPU prices. Jason explains the difference between the 12400 and 12400F, noting the latter lacks integrated graphics, which is only suitable for office tasks, not gaming. He advises pairing these CPUs with B660 or H670 motherboards, given their locked status against overclocking. He also discusses the performance benefits of the i5 12400, particularly for users who may engage in video rendering, due to Intel’s Quick Sync technology, while noting that gamers should opt for the i5 12400F if it’s cheaper.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on exploring the gaming performance of different combinations of GPUs and memory kits. The testing includes using an RX 6900 XT and an i5 12400, concluding that this pairing is not ideal. Instead, a more reasonable GPU like the RTX 3060 Ti or RX 6600 XT should be used, where gaming performance would be similar.
The main point revolves around whether one should invest in a budget memory kit of DDR4 3200 CL16 or spend extra on a 3600 CL16 kit. The testing, conducted on an ASUS TUF B660M Plus motherboard, involves games tested at 1080p and 1440p resolutions with settings aimed to increase CPU load.
Key findings include:
– In “Shadow of the Tomb Raider,” the upgrade to the 3600 CL16 memory showed minimal improvements in fps.
– In “Watchdog’s Legion,” with an RTX 3060, faster memory showed no significant benefit, but with an RTX 3080 12GB, there were slight improvements in fps.
Overall, the performance differences were minor and often within the margin of error, especially at higher resolutions where the GPU becomes the limiting factor.
00:06:00
In this part of the video, the focus is on evaluating memory kits and their impact on gaming performance. Testing games like Assassin’s Creed Valhalla at 1080p and 1440p with RTX 3060 and RTX 3080 GPUs reveals minimal FPS differences, mostly within the margin of error. Performance remains virtually the same between 3200 CL16 and 3600 CL16 memory, even with the RTX 3080, which the presenter notes is not a recommended pair with an i5 12400 build. Upgrading to faster memory, like DDR4 4000, may yield slight improvements but isn’t a priority given the cost difference.
The video then discusses the best GPU options for the i5 12400. Currently, the best deals for 1080p gaming are the Radeon RX 6600 and RX 6600 XT due to their price-to-performance ratio. For 1440p gaming, the RX 6600 XT, RTX 3060 Ti, 3070, and equivalent Radeon options are recommended, though prices are still relatively high. For 4K gaming, the presenter advises looking for deals on the RTX 3080 or RX 6900 XT, especially as GPU mining declines.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on recommending the best motherboard and cooler for the Intel i5-12400 CPU. It is suggested to pair faster GPUs with higher-tier CPUs such as the Ryzen 5800X, 5800X3D, or Intel i5-12600K/i7-12700. For the i5-12400, the video advises bypassing Intel’s power limits for better multi-threaded performance, although this has a minimal impact on gaming.
Key features to look for in motherboards include ample USB connectivity and robust VRMs to prevent CPU throttling. For audio quality, high-end codecs like ALC 1200 or 1220 are preferred. Recommended budget motherboards are the MSI Pro B660M-A and ASUS Prime B660M-A, priced between $140-150, with some B660 boards like the Asrock B660M Pro RS and Gigabyte B660M DS3H having issues unless updated to the latest BIOS. For a mid-range option, boards like the ASUS TUF Gaming B660M, MSI B660 Mortar, or Tomahawk are suggested, priced $170-190. Spending over $200 on a motherboard isn’t recommended.
For cooling, the stock cooler for the i5-12400 is adequate but noisy and may not perform optimally without power limits. An upgrade to a budget tower air cooler, priced $25-40, is recommended for better performance and quiet operation, ensuring it supports the new LGA 1700 socket.
00:12:00
In this part of the video, the presenter discusses air coolers available on Amazon that often come bundled with a bracket kit, mentioning the ID Cooling SE-224-XT Black version as an example. Recommendations for budget to mid-range PC cases with good airflow are provided, and links to such cases are offered due to inflated prices from global shipping costs.
The presenter compares the Intel i5 12400 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X CPUs. Both are noted to have virtually identical performance, with the Ryzen outperforming slightly with high-end graphics cards. They require similar memory, power supply, and graphics cards, differing mainly in motherboard choice. Pricing for the i5 12400 is under $200, with the Asus Prime B660M-A motherboard recommended. The Ryzen 5 5600X costs between $220-$230, paired with an affordable B550M DS3H motherboard.
Overall costs for builds with each CPU are nearly identical, at around $335-$338. Higher-tier motherboard options include the Asus TUF Gaming B660M Plus Wi-Fi for Intel and the Gigabyte B550M Aorus Pro-P for AMD, providing additional features and improved performance for a slightly higher price.
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In this part of the video, the presenter discusses a detailed comparison between building a Ryzen-based gaming system and a 12th Gen Intel-based system, highlighting that the costs are nearly identical, around $365 for Ryzen and $377 for Intel. They then showcase a sample budget-friendly gaming PC build for around $1031, centering on an Intel i5 12400 processor and including components like an SE 224 XT cooler, Asus Prime B660M motherboard, 16GB DDR4 RAM, 500GB NVMe storage, and a Sapphire Radeon RX 6600 graphics card. They also suggest potential upgrades for audio and higher resolution gaming with better graphics cards. The presenter wraps up by emphasizing the affordability and performance of the build, providing links for more details, and encouraging viewers to interact with the video.
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In this part of the video, the speaker thanks someone for sending a cool t-shirt and signs off by saying they will see the viewers in the next video.