AMD Ryzen 7 9700X vs Intel Core i5-10600K

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and Intel Core i5-10600K CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is 61% faster and 56% more expensive than Intel Core i5-10600K.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 7 9700X
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PRICE$319$138.99
CPU MARK3716414344
VALUE117103
SOCKETAM5LGA 1200
TDP65W125W
EFFICIENCY572115
CORES8 x 3.80 GHz6 x 4.10 GHz
TURBO5.50 GHz4.80 GHz
THREADS46552923
DATEQ3/2024Q2/2020

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 7 9700X

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-10600K

Is AMD Ryzen 7 9700X better than Intel Core i5-10600K?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X offers a better deal than the Intel Core i5-10600K by 12%.


The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 65 watts and a CPUMark score of 37164. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 572. The Intel Core i5-10600K efficiency score is 115. So, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X leads by 80%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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