AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D vs Intel Core i5-10500

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Intel Core i5-10500 CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D is 82% faster and 67% more expensive than Intel Core i5-10500.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D
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PRICE$676$222.85
CPU MARK7025612738
VALUE10457
SOCKETAM5LGA 1200
TDP170W65W
EFFICIENCY413196
CORES16 x 4.30 GHz6 x 3.10 GHz
TURBO5.70 GHz4.50 GHz
THREADS47362765
DATEQ1/2025Q2/2020

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-10500

Is AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D better than Intel Core i5-10500?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D offers a better deal than the Intel Core i5-10500 by 45%.


The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 170 watts and a CPUMark score of 70256. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 413. The Intel Core i5-10500 efficiency score is 196. So, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D leads by 53%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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