The i5-10400F is a 6-core 12-thread CPU that is based on 10th generation Coffee Lake architecture. It uses an LGA 1200 socket. It has a base clock speed of 2.9GHz and a boost clock speed of 4.3GHz.
It offers you amazing performance at 1080p when you pair it with the RX 5600 XT. Most Esports games can consistently hit 100+ FPS and AAA games run smoothly even at ultra graphics settings.
It offers you similar performance to the Ryzen 5 3600 in games. Simply need to pair it with a decent Z490 motherboard and see it operate at its maximum potential. Do keep in mind that the Ryzen 5 3600 is a much better choice if you are also into content creation and video editing besides gaming.
The i5-10400F has a TDP rating of 65W which is low. It is a power-efficient CPU. It also comes bundled with a cooler. Although it is not as impressive as a dedicated cooler, it should be decent enough for most.
The i5-10400F is a good CPU overall. It is definitely not the perfect CPU, but for its price, it is more than satisfactory. It battles head-to-head with the Ryzen 5 3600 when used for gaming. If you are looking for an Intel alternative for the Ryzen 5 3600, the i5-10400F is the best fit for you. You’ll enjoy playing games on it using the RX 5600 XT.