AMD Ryzen 5 7600X vs Intel Core i3-12100

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X and Intel Core i3-12100 CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X is 57% faster and 32% cheaper than Intel Core i3-12100.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 7600X
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PRICE$167$219.99
CPU MARK2837512169
VALUE17055
SOCKETAM5LGA 1700
TDP105W60W
EFFICIENCY270203
CORES6 x 4.70 GHz4 x 3.30 GHz
TURBO5.30 GHz4.30 GHz
THREADS41353174
DATEQ3/2022Q1/2022

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 5 7600X

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i3-12100

Is AMD Ryzen 5 7600X better than Intel Core i3-12100?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X offers a better deal than the Intel Core i3-12100 by 68%.


The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 105 watts and a CPUMark score of 28375. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 270. The Intel Core i3-12100 efficiency score is 203. So, the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X leads by 25%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


The value score is calculated by comparing the benchmark score with the price.