By the TechCure India team · Updated 31 October 2026. Prices are from our live in-stock catalogue, inclusive of GST, and change often, the product page always shows today's price.
Quick comparison of in-stock options
| Product | Key specs | Price (incl. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| INTEL Core Ultra 5 250K Plus | 18 / 18 · LGA1851 · Yes | ₹25,000 |
| INTEL Core Ultra 5 245K | 14 / 14 · LGA1851 · Yes | ₹22,500 |
| AMD Ryzen 5 5600G 5th Generation | 6 / 12 · AM4 · Yes | ₹20,899 |
| AMD Ryzen 5 7600 7th Generation | 6 / 12 · AM5 · Yes | ₹19,700 |
| Intel Core i5 14400 2.5GHz OEM | Intel® Core™ i5 processors (14th gen) · Products formerly Raptor Lake · Desktop | ₹16,850 |
| INTEL Core i5 12400F 12th Generation | 6 / 12 · LGA1700 · No, needs a graphics card | ₹14,400 |
Key facts at a glance
| INTEL Core Ultra 5 250K Plus price | ₹25,000 incl. GST at TechCure India today |
|---|---|
| INTEL Core Ultra 5 250K Plus cores/threads | 18 / 18 |
| INTEL Core Ultra 5 250K Plus socket | LGA1851 |
| INTEL Core Ultra 5 245K price | ₹22,500 incl. GST at TechCure India today |
| INTEL Core Ultra 5 245K cores/threads | 14 / 14 |
| AMD Ryzen 5 7600 price | ₹19,700 incl. GST at TechCure India today |
| AMD Ryzen 5 7600 cores/threads | 6 / 12 |
| AMD Ryzen 5 5600G price | ₹20,899 incl. GST at TechCure India today |
| Intel Core i5 12400F price and note | ₹14,400 incl. GST at TechCure India today, no built-in graphics |
| Intel Core i5 14400 price | ₹16,850 incl. GST at TechCure India today |
what is new in this price range
This price range at TechCure India lists six CPUs today and their key specs side by side. Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus is at ₹25,000 with 18 cores and 18 threads, LGA1851 socket, and built-in graphics. The slightly cheaper Core Ultra 5 245K is ₹22,500, has 14 cores and 14 threads, LGA1851 socket, and built-in graphics. AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is ₹19,700, has 6 cores and 12 threads, AM5 socket, and built-in graphics. Ryzen 5 5600G is ₹20,899, has 6 cores and 12 threads, AM4 socket, built-in graphics, base 3.9GHz and boost up to 4.4GHz, and 19MB cache.
For value buyers the i5 options are lower priced and different in needs. Intel Core i5 14400 is ₹16,850, lists 10 total cores with 6 performance cores, is a 14th-gen Core i5 part and uses Intel 7 lithography. The older Intel Core i5 12400F is ₹14,400, has 6 cores and 12 threads, uses LGA1700 socket and has no built-in graphics, so you must add a graphics card.
- Quick comparison: 250K Plus = highest core count (18/18); 245K = 14/14; 7600 and 5600G = 6/12 with AM5 and AM4 sockets; 14400 = 10 cores total with 6 performance cores; 12400F = 6/12 but needs a GPU.
how to choose a processor step by step
Set your budget first. Decide how much of the ₹25,000 cap you want to spend on the processor itself. If you aim near ₹25,000 you can consider the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus at ₹25,000 or the 245K at ₹22,500. If you want savings, the Ryzen 5 7600 is ₹19,700 and the Ryzen 5 5600G is ₹20,899. The cheaper Intel Core i5 14400 is ₹16,850 and the i5 12400F is ₹14,400.
Pick the socket next. Match the processor socket to your motherboard or your planned board. LGA1851 is for the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus and 245K. AM5 is for the Ryzen 5 7600. AM4 is for the Ryzen 5 5600G. LGA1700 is for the Intel Core i5 12400F. Check cores and threads after socket. More cores and threads help multitasking, video editing and trading across many screens. The Intel Ultra parts list 18/18 and 14/14 cores/threads. The Ryzen 5 chips list 6/12. The i5 14400 lists 10 total cores with 6 performance cores, and the 12400F lists 6/12.
Check built-in graphics. Built-in graphics means you may not need a separate graphics card. The Intel Ultra 5 250K Plus, 245K, Ryzen 5 7600 and Ryzen 5 5600G all have built-in graphics. The Intel Core i5 12400F does not, so you must add a graphics card. Consider the upgrade path. Think whether you will move to a newer socket later. AM4 is older than AM5. LGA1700 is older than LGA1851. If you want easier CPU upgrades, prefer a current socket like AM5 or LGA1851.
what matters most for gaming, editing, trading and office work
Single-thread clock means the top speed one core can reach when needed. Use the listed boost clocks: the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus reaches 5.3 GHz, the 245K 5.2 GHz, the Ryzen 5 7600 5.1 GHz, the Ryzen 5 5600G up to 4.4 GHz, and the i5 12400F up to 4.4 GHz. If you pair these CPUs with a good graphics card, the Ultra 5 parts' higher clocks are better for CPU-bound scenes.
Cores matter for video editing and for trading with many screens. Cores means physical processing units that can run tasks in parallel. The Intel Ultra 5 250K Plus has 18 cores, the 245K has 14 cores. The Ryzen 5 chips and the i5 12400F list 6 cores. More cores let video software export faster and let you run many trading apps, chart windows and browser tabs at once. Built-in graphics matter for office work or tight budgets. Built-in graphics means you do not need a separate graphics card. The Ultra 5 250K Plus, 245K, Ryzen 5 7600 and Ryzen 5 5600G have built-in graphics. The i5 12400F does not, so you must add a graphics card for any display output. Consider boost clock for gaming and core count for multitasking and editing when you pick a CPU under ₹25,000.
- For heavy editing or many trading screens pick higher core counts (14 or 18 cores).
- Choose built-in graphics for office or budget builds to avoid buying a GPU.
budget options under ₹25,000 with prices
If you want the fastest clocks and the most cores under ₹25,000, the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus is ₹25,000 today. It has 18 cores and 18 threads, socket LGA1851, and built-in graphics. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K is a step down at ₹22,500, with 14 cores and 14 threads, the same LGA1851 socket and built-in graphics. These two use the newer LGA1851 socket, so check motherboard compatibility before you buy.
For balanced value and cheaper motherboards, the AMD Ryzen 5 7600 is ₹19,700 today with 6 cores and 12 threads, socket AM5, and built-in graphics. The Ryzen 5 5600G is ₹20,899 today, with 6 cores and 12 threads, socket AM4, built-in graphics and a 4.4 GHz boost. If you need a lower-cost Intel option, the Intel Core i5 14400 is ₹16,850 today with 10 total cores (6 performance cores). The Intel Core i5 12400F is ₹14,400 today, with 6 cores and 12 threads, socket LGA1700, but it has no built-in graphics so you must add a GPU.
- INTEL Core Ultra 5 250K Plus, ₹25,000-18/18, LGA1851, builtin graphics
- INTEL Core Ultra 5 245K, ₹22,500-14/14, LGA1851, builtin graphics
- AMD Ryzen 5 7600, ₹19,700-6/12, AM5, builtin graphics
- AMD Ryzen 5 5600G, ₹20,899-6/12, AM4, builtin graphics, boost up to 4.4 GHz
- Intel Core i5 14400, ₹16,850-10 cores (6 P-cores)
- Intel Core i5 12400F, ₹14,400-6/12, LGA1700, no built-in graphics
common mistakes to avoid when buying
Socket mismatch stops a build from working. Check the CPU socket on the processor and on the motherboard before you pay. LGA1851 CPUs like the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus and 245K will not fit AM4 or AM5 boards. The Ryzen 5 5600G uses AM4 and the Ryzen 5 7600 uses AM5. The i5 12400F uses LGA1700. If the socket does not match, you cannot install the CPU or boot the PC.
Do not assume a higher core count fits every motherboard or that it removes other limits. Motherboards differ in power delivery and BIOS support, so an 18-core Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus may need a stronger board than a 6-core Ryzen. Check the motherboard manual for supported core counts and BIOS updates. Also confirm built-in graphics before skipping a GPU. Some listed CPUs have built-in graphics, so you can run a display without a separate card. The Intel Core i5 12400F has no built-in graphics, so you must add a graphics card for any monitor output.
- Check socket type and BIOS support before buying a CPU.
- Confirm built-in graphics if you plan to skip a GPU.
- Match motherboard power delivery to high-core CPUs.
which product suits which buyer
Heavy multitaskers and creators who edit video or run many trading windows should pick the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus if they can spend ₹25,000. It has 18 cores and 18 threads, and higher core count helps export and background tasks. The socket is LGA1851, so buy a compatible motherboard and check power delivery for sustained loads. Built-in graphics means a separate GPU is not required for basic display output.
The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K at ₹22,500 has 14 cores and a 5.2 GHz boost, while the Intel Core i5 14400 at ₹16,850 gives 10 total cores with 6 performance cores. Budget builders and office users who need display output but want lower cost should consider the Ryzen 5 5600G at ₹20,899 or the Ryzen 5 7600 at ₹19,700; both have 6 cores, 12 threads and built-in graphics so you do not need a GPU. The Intel Core i5 12400F at ₹14,400 has 6 cores and 12 threads but no built-in graphics, so you must add a graphics card for any monitor output.
- Choose LGA1851 motherboards for Core Ultra 5 250K Plus and 245K. Ryzen 5 5600G uses AM4, Ryzen 5 7600 uses AM5, and i5 12400F uses LGA1700.
what to do next - build or get a WhatsApp quote
Check the CPU socket and motherboard compatibility before you buy. The socket must match the processor, and the motherboard manual lists supported CPUs and any BIOS updates required. If you pick an LGA1851 CPU like the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus or 245K, buy an LGA1851 motherboard. If you pick an AM4 or AM5 Ryzen, buy the matching AM4 or AM5 board. Also check the motherboard power delivery section if you plan heavier chips; a high core count can need stronger VRM (voltage regulator module) support for stable performance.
Choose RAM and a power supply to match the CPU and your plans. Pick RAM speed and capacity that your motherboard supports. For systems with built-in graphics you can delay a discrete GPU, but if the CPU has no built-in graphics you must add a GPU for any display output. Select a PSU (power supply unit) with enough wattage and the right power connectors for your GPU and motherboard. If you want help with parts that fit together, ask TechCure for a WhatsApp quote or use their PC Builder service to get a matched list and price.
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Frequently asked questions
Which CPU under ₹25,000 has the most cores?
The INTEL Core Ultra 5 250K Plus has the most cores listed, 18 cores and 18 threads, priced at ₹25,000 at TechCure India today.
Do these processors have built-in graphics?
Core Ultra 5 250K Plus, Core Ultra 5 245K, AMD Ryzen 5 7600, and AMD Ryzen 5 5600G all have built-in graphics according to the listed facts. The Intel Core i5 12400F does not have built-in graphics and needs a separate GPU.
Which socket should I pick for future upgrades?
The Intel Core Ultra 5 chips use LGA1851. AMD Ryzen 5 7600 uses AM5. AMD Ryzen 5 5600G uses AM4. Choose a motherboard that matches the CPU socket.
Is the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K cheaper than the 250K Plus?
Yes. The Core Ultra 5 245K is listed at ₹22,500, while the 250K Plus is listed at ₹25,000 at TechCure India today.
Which CPU is best for a budget gaming PC?
The Ryzen 5 7600 at ₹19,700 or the Ryzen 5 5600G at ₹20,899 are lower-cost options with built-in graphics. Pick one if you want to delay buying a separate GPU.
Can I use Intel Core i5 12400F without a graphics card?
No. The Intel Core i5 12400F does not have built-in graphics. You will need a separate graphics card to get display output.
Are launch prices given here current?
Yes. The prices listed are the amounts at TechCure India today as provided in the facts. Availability or future price changes are not announced here.
Sources
- TechCure India live catalogue, in-stock products, specs and today's GST prices
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