Intel Core i9-10850K vs AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i9-10850K and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X CPUs. The Intel Core i9-10850K is 3% faster and 48% more expensive than AMD Ryzen 5 5600X.
Specifications comparison
| PRICE | $260 | $134.85 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU MARK | 22485 | 21916 |
| VALUE | 86 | 163 |
| SOCKET | LGA 1200 | AM4 |
| TDP | 125W | 65W |
| EFFICIENCY | 180 | 337 |
| CORES | 10 x 3.60 GHz | 6 x 3.70 GHz |
| TURBO | 5.10 GHz | 4.60 GHz |
| THREADS | 3082 | 3360 |
| DATE | Q3/2020 | Q4/2020 |
AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i9-10850K
| Name | CPU mark | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMD Ryzen 5 5600X | 21916 | $134.85 | |
| AMD Ryzen 5 8500G | 21598 | $149.99 | |
| AMD Ryzen 5 5600 | 21540 | $116.98 |
Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
| Name | CPU mark | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Core i9-11900F | 22080 | $225 | |
| Intel Core i9-11900 | 22466 | $279.99 | |
| Intel Core i9-10850K | 22485 | $260 |
Is Intel Core i9-10850K better than AMD Ryzen 5 5600X?
When considering value for money, the Intel Core i9-10850K offers a worse deal than the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X by 90%.
The Intel Core i9-10850K is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 125 watts and a CPUMark score of 22485. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 180. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X efficiency score is 337. So, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X leads by 87%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency
The value score is calculated by comparing the benchmark score with the price.