AMD Ryzen 3 3300X vs Intel Core i7-12700F

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Performance
Ryzen 3 3300X
12,95235% of 36,991
Core i7-12700F83% better
23,74864% of 36,991

The Core i7-12700F has 83% better performance than the Ryzen 3 3300X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 3 3300X47% better
107.9389% of 121.53
Core i7-12700F
73.360% of 121.53

The Ryzen 3 3300X has 47% better value for the money than the Core i7-12700F for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 3 3300X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2020 with a suggested retail price of $120. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 3 lineup, which is based on the Zen 2 microarchitecture. The 3300X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 3 3300X supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 3 3300X has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 16 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 3 3300X features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.8 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.3 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 3 3300X does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Ryzen 3 3300X has the 176th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 35.01% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 12,952 score and $120 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 107.93. This is the 4th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i7-12700F CPU

The Intel Core i7-12700F is a 12-core (20-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2022 with a suggested retail price of $324. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-S microarchitecture. The i7-12700F is compatible with Intel Socket 1700 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It is bundled a Laminar RM1 cooler.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-12700F supports DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-12700F has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 80 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1.25 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 25 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-12700F features 12 total cores which can process 20 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 12 cores consist of 8 P-Cores and 4 E-Cores. P-Cores are designed for high-performance tasks and E-Cores are intended for efficiency and lighter tasks. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.9 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-12700F does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Core i7-12700F has the 38th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 64.20% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 23,748 score and $324 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 73.3. This is the 20th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-12700F
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen 3Core i7
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ2 2020Q1 2022
Launch Price (MSRP)$120$324
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 3 3300X
12,95235% of 36,991
Core i7-12700F83% better
23,74864% of 36,991

The Core i7-12700F has 83% better performance than the Ryzen 3 3300X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 3 3300X is ranked 176th with a score of 12,952, and the Core i7-12700F is ranked 38th with a score of 23,748.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 3 3300X47% better
107.9389% of 121.53
Core i7-12700F
73.360% of 121.53

The Ryzen 3 3300X has 47% better value for the money than the Core i7-12700F for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 3 3300X is ranked 4th with a performance per dollar of 107.93, and the Core i7-12700F is ranked 20th with a performance per dollar of 73.3.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Ryzen 3 3300X or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 5 760023,854+84%
Core i5-13400F23,820+84%
Core i7-12700F23,748+83%
Ryzen 7 5800X23,703.5+83%
Core i5-1340023,120+79%
Ryzen 7 1800X13,782+6%
Core i7-870013,310+3%
Ryzen 3 3300X12,952
Ryzen 7 170012,723-2%
Ryzen 5 260012,405-4%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Ryzen 3 3300X or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-12400F111.7+3%
Ryzen 3 3100108.1+0%
Ryzen 3 3300X107.93
Core i5-11400F97.88-9%
Core i7-1270077.43-28%
Ryzen 7 7800X3D73.38-32%
Core i7-12700F73.3-32%
Core i3-9100F71.66-34%
Core i7-1370069.98-35%
Ryzen 7 5700X66.92-38%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-12700F
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
12,952
23,748
(+83.35%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
5,161
11,521
(+123.23%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,071
2,610
(+143.7%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
195
271
(+38.97%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
5,935
11,787
(+98.6%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,711
2,401
(+40.33%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
12,651
30,638
(+142.18%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,674
3,874
(+44.88%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-12700F
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryTSMCIntel
Process Size7 nm10 nm
Transistors3,800 million--

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-12700F
SeriesRyzen 3Core i7
MicroarchitectureZen 2Alder Lake-S
CodenameMatisseAlder Lake-S
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-12700F
Cores412
Threads820
Performance Cores (P-cores)--8
Efficient Cores (E-cores)--4
Clock Speed3.8 GHz2.1 GHz
Turbo Clock4.3 GHz4.9 GHz
P-core Clock--2.1 GHz
P-core Turbo Clock--4.9 GHz
E-core Clock Speed--1600.0 MHz
E-core Turbo Clock--3.6 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier38.0x21.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-12700F
L1 Cache64 KB80 KB
L2 Cache512 KB1.25 MB
L3 Cache16 MB25 MB
E-core L1 Cache--96 KB
E-core L2 Cache--2 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-12700F
SocketAMD Socket AM4Intel Socket 1700
PCI ExpressPCIe 4.0 x16PCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 4.0 x4
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W65 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)--65 W
Power Limit 2 (PL2)--180 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)88 W--
Tcase Max95 °C--
TJ Max--100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-12700F
Bundled Cooler--Laminar RM1
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, Precision Boost 2, XFR 2MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, SHA, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, ABM, ADX, RdRand, TBT 2.0, TBT 3.0

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.