AMD Ryzen 7 9700X vs Intel Core i5-12600KF

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and Intel Core i5-12600KF CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is 26% faster and 47% more expensive than Intel Core i5-12600KF.

Specifications comparison

PRICE$319$169.99
CPU MARK3716427583
VALUE117162
SOCKETAM5LGA 1700
TDP65W150W
EFFICIENCY572184
CORES8 x 3.80 GHz6 x 3.60 GHz
TURBO5.50 GHz4.90 GHz
THREADS46553925
DATEQ3/2024Q4/2021

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 7 9700X

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-12600KF

Is AMD Ryzen 7 9700X better than Intel Core i5-12600KF?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X offers a worse deal than the Intel Core i5-12600KF by 38%.


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 i5-12600KF efficiency score is 184. So, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X leads by 68%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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