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

In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i7-12700K and Intel Core i9-11900KF CPUs. The Intel Core i7-12700K is 28% faster and 56% cheaper than Intel Core i9-11900KF.

Specifications comparison

Intel Core i7-12700K
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PRICE£184.26£286.66
CPU MARK3439724699
VALUE18786
SOCKETLGA 1700LGA 1200
TDP190W125W
EFFICIENCY181198
CORES8 x 3.60 GHz8 x 3.50 GHz
TURBO5.00 GHz5.30 GHz
THREADS40123527
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 i9-11900KF

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

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

When considering value for money, the Intel Core i7-12700K offers a better deal than the Intel Core i9-11900KF by 54%.


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 i9-11900KF efficiency score is 198. So, the Intel Core i9-11900KF leads by 9%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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