Intel Core i7-11700K vs Intel Core i9-11900

In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i7-11700K and Intel Core i9-11900 CPUs. The Intel Core i7-11700K is 8% faster and 44% cheaper than Intel Core i9-11900.

Specifications comparison

Intel Core i7-11700K
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PRICE£235£338.66
CPU MARK2440122466
VALUE10466
SOCKETLGA 1200LGA 1200
TDP125W65W
EFFICIENCY195346
CORES8 x 3.60 GHz8 x 2.50 GHz
TURBO5.00 GHz5.20 GHz
THREADS33903373
DATEQ4/2020Q2/2021

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i7-11700K

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 7 5700
24304
£142.92
AMD Ryzen 5 8600G
25293
£149.99
AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D
26318
£175.89

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i9-11900

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 5 8500G
21598
£129.98
AMD Ryzen 7 5700
24304
£142.92
AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT
20324
£108.97

Is Intel Core i7-11700K better than Intel Core i9-11900?

When considering value for money, the Intel Core i7-11700K offers a better deal than the Intel Core i9-11900 by 37%.


The Intel Core i7-11700K is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 125 watts and a CPUMark score of 24401. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 195. The Intel Core i9-11900 efficiency score is 346. So, the Intel Core i9-11900 leads by 77%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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