AMD Ryzen 9 9900X vs Intel Core i3-12100
In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and Intel Core i3-12100 CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X is 78% faster and 45% more expensive than Intel Core i3-12100.
Specifications comparison
| PRICE | $398.99 | $219.99 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU MARK | 54637 | 12169 |
| VALUE | 137 | 55 |
| SOCKET | AM5 | LGA 1700 |
| TDP | 120W | 60W |
| EFFICIENCY | 455 | 203 |
| CORES | 12 x 4.40 GHz | 4 x 3.30 GHz |
| TURBO | 5.60 GHz | 4.30 GHz |
| THREADS | 4672 | 3174 |
| DATE | Q3/2024 | Q1/2022 |
Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 9 9900X
| Name | CPU mark | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Core i7-14700KF | 52420 | $359.99 | |
| Intel Core i7-14700KF | 52420 | $329.99 | |
| Intel Core i7-14700K | 52383 | $377.99 |
AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i3-12100
| Name | CPU mark | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMD Ryzen 3 3300X | 12660 | $150 | |
| AMD Ryzen 3 3100 | 11622 | $67.48 | |
| AMD Ryzen 3 4100 | 11053 | $68.97 |
Is AMD Ryzen 9 9900X better than Intel Core i3-12100?
When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X offers a better deal than the Intel Core i3-12100 by 60%.
The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 120 watts and a CPUMark score of 54637. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 455. The Intel Core i3-12100 efficiency score is 203. So, the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X leads by 55%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency
The value score is calculated by comparing the benchmark score with the price.