Intel Core i7-12700K vs AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i7-12700K and AMD Ryzen 9 5900X CPUs. The Intel Core i7-12700K is 14% slower and 32% more expensive than AMD Ryzen 9 5900X.
Specifications comparison
| PRICE | $342.47 | $233.46 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU MARK | 34397 | 39201 |
| VALUE | 100 | 168 |
| SOCKET | LGA 1700 | AM4 |
| TDP | 190W | 105W |
| EFFICIENCY | 181 | 373 |
| CORES | 8 x 3.60 GHz | 12 x 3.70 GHz |
| TURBO | 5.00 GHz | 4.80 GHz |
| THREADS | 4012 | 3471 |
| DATE | Q4/2021 | Q4/2020 |
AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i7-12700K
| Name | CPU mark | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMD Ryzen 7 7700 | 34472 | $319.99 | |
| AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D | 34296 | $361.99 | |
| AMD Ryzen 7 7700X | 35671 | $234 |
Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
| Name | CPU mark | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Core i5-14600K | 38696 | $261.9 | |
| Intel Core i5-14600K | 38696 | $308.99 | |
| Intel Core i5-14600KF | 38690 | $247.19 |
Is Intel Core i7-12700K better than AMD Ryzen 9 5900X?
When considering value for money, the Intel Core i7-12700K offers a worse deal than the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X by 68%.
The Intel Core i7-12700K is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 190 watts and a CPUMark score of 34397. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 181. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X efficiency score is 373. So, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X leads by 106%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency
The value score is calculated by comparing the benchmark score with the price.