AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D vs Intel Core i5-14500

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Intel Core i5-14500 CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is 21% faster and 65% more expensive than Intel Core i5-14500.

Specifications comparison

Intel Core i5-14500
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PRICE$692.31$239.99
CPU MARK3999931530
VALUE58131
SOCKETAM5LGA 1700
TDP120W65W
EFFICIENCY333485
CORES8 x 4.70 GHz6 x 2.60 GHz
TURBO5.20 GHz5.00 GHz
THREADS44293956
DATEQ4/2024Q1/2024

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-14500

Is AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D better than Intel Core i5-14500?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D offers a worse deal than the Intel Core i5-14500 by 126%.


The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 120 watts and a CPUMark score of 39999. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 333. The Intel Core i5-14500 efficiency score is 485. So, the Intel Core i5-14500 leads by 46%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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