Intel Core i7-12700K vs Intel Core i9-11900

In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i7-12700K and Intel Core i9-11900 CPUs. The Intel Core i7-12700K is 35% faster and 84% cheaper than Intel Core i9-11900.

Specifications comparison

Intel Core i7-12700K
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PRICE£184.26£338.66
CPU MARK3439722466
VALUE18766
SOCKETLGA 1700LGA 1200
TDP190W65W
EFFICIENCY181346
CORES8 x 3.60 GHz8 x 2.50 GHz
TURBO5.00 GHz5.20 GHz
THREADS40123373
DATEQ4/2021Q2/2021

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i7-12700K

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 7 7700
34472
£256.64
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
34296
£359.99
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G
31673
£221.97

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 i7-12700K better than Intel Core i9-11900?

When considering value for money, the Intel Core i7-12700K offers a better deal than the Intel Core i9-11900 by 65%.


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 Intel Core i9-11900 efficiency score is 346. So, the Intel Core i9-11900 leads by 91%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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