AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D vs Intel Core i5-10400F

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D and Intel Core i5-10400F CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D is 78% faster and 76% more expensive than Intel Core i5-10400F.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D
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PRICE$508.99$121.11
CPU MARK5617712195
VALUE110101
SOCKETAM5LGA 1200
TDP120W65W
EFFICIENCY468188
CORES12 x 4.40 GHz6 x 2.90 GHz
TURBO5.50 GHz4.30 GHz
THREADS46472547
DATEQ1/2025Q2/2020

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-10400F

Is AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D better than Intel Core i5-10400F?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D offers a better deal than the Intel Core i5-10400F by 8%.


The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 120 watts and a CPUMark score of 56177. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 468. The Intel Core i5-10400F efficiency score is 188. So, the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D leads by 60%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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