AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D vs Intel Core i5-14600KF

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D and Intel Core i5-14600KF CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D is 31% faster and 50% more expensive than Intel Core i5-14600KF.

Specifications comparison

PRICE$508.99$251.99
CPU MARK5617738690
VALUE110154
SOCKETAM5LGA 1700
TDP120W125W
EFFICIENCY468310
CORES12 x 4.40 GHz6 x 3.50 GHz
TURBO5.50 GHz5.30 GHz
THREADS46474273
DATEQ1/2025Q4/2023

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-14600KF

Is AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D better than Intel Core i5-14600KF?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D offers a worse deal than the Intel Core i5-14600KF by 40%.


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 i5-14600KF efficiency score is 310. So, the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D leads by 34%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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