AMD Ryzen 9 5950X vs Intel Core i9-12900KS

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and Intel Core i9-12900KS CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X is 4% faster and 36% cheaper than Intel Core i9-12900KS.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 9 5950X
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PRICE$351$478.99
CPU MARK4570043724
VALUE13091
SOCKETAM4LGA 1700
TDP105W150W
EFFICIENCY435291
CORES16 x 3.40 GHz8 x 3.40 GHz
TURBO4.90 GHz5.50 GHz
THREADS34674331
DATEQ4/2020Q2/2022

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 9 5950X

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i9-12900KS

Is AMD Ryzen 9 5950X better than Intel Core i9-12900KS?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X offers a better deal than the Intel Core i9-12900KS by 30%.


The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 105 watts and a CPUMark score of 45700. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 435. The Intel Core i9-12900KS efficiency score is 291. So, the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X leads by 33%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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