AMD Ryzen 9 9950X vs Intel Core i3-10320

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X and Intel Core i3-10320 CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X is 85% faster and 74% more expensive than Intel Core i3-10320.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 9 9950X
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PRICE$599$154.99
CPU MARK6602810010
VALUE11065
SOCKETAM5LGA 1200
TDP170W65W
EFFICIENCY388154
CORES16 x 4.30 GHz4 x 3.80 GHz
TURBO5.70 GHz4.60 GHz
THREADS47362838
DATEQ3/2024Q4/2020

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 9 9950X

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i3-10320

Is AMD Ryzen 9 9950X better than Intel Core i3-10320?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X offers a better deal than the Intel Core i3-10320 by 41%.


The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 170 watts and a CPUMark score of 66028. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 388. The Intel Core i3-10320 efficiency score is 154. So, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X 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.