Intel Core i9-10900X vs AMD Ryzen 5 8500G

In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i9-10900X and AMD Ryzen 5 8500G CPUs. The Intel Core i9-10900X is 4% faster and 75% more expensive than AMD Ryzen 5 8500G.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 8500G
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PRICE$605$150
CPU MARK2250521598
VALUE37144
SOCKETLGA 2066AM5
TDP165W65W
EFFICIENCY136332
CORES10 x 3.70 GHz6 x 3.50 GHz
TURBO4.70 GHz5.00 GHz
THREADS26833889
DATEQ4/2019Q1/2024

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i9-10900X

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
21916
$134.85
AMD Ryzen 5 8500G
21598
$150
AMD Ryzen 5 5600
21540
$116.98

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 5 8500G

Is Intel Core i9-10900X better than AMD Ryzen 5 8500G?

When considering value for money, the Intel Core i9-10900X offers a worse deal than the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G by 289%.


The Intel Core i9-10900X is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 165 watts and a CPUMark score of 22505. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 136. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G efficiency score is 332. So, the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G leads by 144%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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