AMD Ryzen 9 7950X vs Intel Core i5-13600K

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X and Intel Core i5-13600K CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X is 40% faster and 36% more expensive than Intel Core i5-13600K.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 9 7950X
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PRICE$501$319
CPU MARK6247437672
VALUE125118
SOCKETAM5LGA 1700
TDP170W125W
EFFICIENCY367301
CORES16 x 4.50 GHz6 x 3.50 GHz
TURBO5.70 GHz5.20 GHz
THREADS42664123
DATEQ3/2022Q3/2022

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 9 7950X

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-13600K

Is AMD Ryzen 9 7950X better than Intel Core i5-13600K?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X offers a better deal than the Intel Core i5-13600K by 6%.


The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X is more 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 i5-13600K efficiency score is 301. So, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X leads by 18%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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