Intel Core i9-12900K vs AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i9-12900K and AMD Ryzen 9 7900X CPUs. The Intel Core i9-12900K is 25% slower and 29% cheaper than AMD Ryzen 9 7900X.
Specifications comparison
| PRICE | £305.27 | £393.66 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU MARK | 41214 | 51402 |
| VALUE | 135 | 131 |
| SOCKET | LGA 1700 | AM5 |
| TDP | 241W | 170W |
| EFFICIENCY | 171 | 302 |
| CORES | 8 x 3.20 GHz | 12 x 4.70 GHz |
| TURBO | 5.20 GHz | 5.60 GHz |
| THREADS | 4136 | 4238 |
| DATE | Q4/2021 | Q3/2022 |
AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i9-12900K
| Name | CPU mark | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMD Ryzen 7 7700 | 34472 | £256.64 | |
| AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D | 34296 | £359.99 | |
| AMD Ryzen 9 7900 | 48335 | £458 |
Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
| Name | CPU mark | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Core i7-14700K | 52383 | £329 | |
| Intel Core i7-14700KF | 52420 | £326 | |
| Intel Core i7-14700KF | 52420 | £308.64 |
Is Intel Core i9-12900K better than AMD Ryzen 9 7900X?
When considering value for money, the Intel Core i9-12900K offers a better deal than the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X by 3%.
The Intel Core i9-12900K is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 241 watts and a CPUMark score of 41214. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 171. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X efficiency score is 302. So, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X leads by 77%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency
The value score is calculated by comparing the benchmark score with the price.