AMD Ryzen 9 7950X vs Intel Core i5-13500

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X and Intel Core i5-13500 CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X is 50% faster and 49% more expensive than Intel Core i5-13500.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 9 7950X
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PRICE$501$254.35
CPU MARK6247431257
VALUE125123
SOCKETAM5LGA 1700
TDP170W65W
EFFICIENCY367481
CORES16 x 4.50 GHz6 x 2.50 GHz
TURBO5.70 GHz4.80 GHz
THREADS42663864
DATEQ3/2022Q3/2022

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 9 7950X

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-13500

Is AMD Ryzen 9 7950X better than Intel Core i5-13500?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X offers a better deal than the Intel Core i5-13500 by 2%.


The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 170 watts and a CPUMark score of 62474. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 367. The Intel Core i5-13500 efficiency score is 481. So, the Intel Core i5-13500 leads by 31%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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