AMD Ryzen 9 7900X vs Intel Core i9-12900K

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and Intel Core i9-12900K CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X is 20% faster and 36% cheaper than Intel Core i9-12900K.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
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PRICE$322.95$438.95
CPU MARK5140241214
VALUE15994
SOCKETAM5LGA 1700
TDP170W241W
EFFICIENCY302171
CORES12 x 4.70 GHz8 x 3.20 GHz
TURBO5.60 GHz5.20 GHz
THREADS42384136
DATEQ3/2022Q4/2021

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 9 7900X

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i9-12900K

Is AMD Ryzen 9 7900X better than Intel Core i9-12900K?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X offers a better deal than the Intel Core i9-12900K by 41%.


The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 170 watts and a CPUMark score of 51402. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 302. The Intel Core i9-12900K efficiency score is 171. So, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X leads by 43%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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