AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D vs Intel Core i9-12900KF

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D and Intel Core i9-12900KF CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D is 27% faster and 36% more expensive than Intel Core i9-12900KF.

Specifications comparison

PRICE$508.99$325.99
CPU MARK5617740966
VALUE110126
SOCKETAM5LGA 1700
TDP120W241W
EFFICIENCY468170
CORES12 x 4.40 GHz8 x 3.20 GHz
TURBO5.50 GHz5.20 GHz
THREADS46474144
DATEQ1/2025Q4/2021

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i9-12900KF

Is AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D better than Intel Core i9-12900KF?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D offers a worse deal than the Intel Core i9-12900KF by 15%.


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 i9-12900KF efficiency score is 170. So, the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D leads by 64%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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