AMD Ryzen 9 9900X vs Intel Core i5-11600KF

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X and Intel Core i5-11600KF CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X is 64% faster and 53% more expensive than Intel Core i5-11600KF.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 9 9900X
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PRICE$398.99$189
CPU MARK5463719515
VALUE137103
SOCKETAM5LGA 1200
TDP120W125W
EFFICIENCY455156
CORES12 x 4.40 GHz6 x 3.90 GHz
TURBO5.60 GHz4.90 GHz
THREADS46723327
DATEQ3/2024Q2/2021

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 9 9900X

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-11600KF

Is AMD Ryzen 9 9900X better than Intel Core i5-11600KF?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X offers a better deal than the Intel Core i5-11600KF by 25%.


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 i5-11600KF efficiency score is 156. So, the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X leads by 66%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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