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

AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
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PRICE$342.47$233.46
CPU MARK3439739201
VALUE100168
SOCKETLGA 1700AM4
TDP190W105W
EFFICIENCY181373
CORES8 x 3.60 GHz12 x 3.70 GHz
TURBO5.00 GHz4.80 GHz
THREADS40123471
DATEQ4/2021Q4/2020

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i7-12700K

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 9 5900X

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.