AMD Ryzen 5 1600 vs Intel Core i9-9980XE

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Performance
Ryzen 5 1600
11,16430% of 36,991
Core i9-9980XE72% better
19,23752% of 36,991

The Core i9-9980XE has 72% better performance than the Ryzen 5 1600 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 5 1600424% better
50.9842% of 121.53
Core i9-9980XE
9.728% of 121.53

The Ryzen 5 1600 has 424% better value for the money than the Core i9-9980XE for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 5 1600 CPU

The AMD Ryzen 5 1600 is a 6-core (12-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2017 with a suggested retail price of $219. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 5 lineup, which is based on the Zen microarchitecture. The 1600 is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 5 1600 supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 5 1600 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 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 5 1600 features 6 total cores which can process 12 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.6 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 5 1600 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 5 1600 has the 220th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 30.18% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 11,164 score and $219 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 50.98. This is the 44th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i9-9980XE CPU

The Intel Core i9-9980XE is an end-of-life 18-core (36-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2018 with a suggested retail price of $1,979. It is part of Intel's Core i9 Extreme lineup, which is based on the X-Series 9th Gen microarchitecture. The i9-9980XE is compatible with Intel Socket 2066 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-9980XE supports DDR4 memory and features a quad-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 4 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i9-9980XE 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 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 24.75 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i9-9980XE features 18 total cores which can process 36 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.0 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.5 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 Core i9-9980XE 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 i9-9980XE has the 77th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 52.00% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 19,237 score and $1,979 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 9.72. This is the 195th 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 5 1600Core i9-9980XE
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen 5Core i9 Extreme
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ2 2017Q4 2018
Launch Price (MSRP)$219$1,979
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 5 1600
11,16430% of 36,991
Core i9-9980XE72% better
19,23752% of 36,991

The Core i9-9980XE has 72% better performance than the Ryzen 5 1600 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 5 1600 is ranked 220th with a score of 11,164, and the Core i9-9980XE is ranked 77th with a score of 19,237.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 5 1600424% better
50.9842% of 121.53
Core i9-9980XE
9.728% of 121.53

The Ryzen 5 1600 has 424% better value for the money than the Core i9-9980XE for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 5 1600 is ranked 44th with a performance per dollar of 50.98, and the Core i9-9980XE is ranked 195th with a performance per dollar of 9.72.

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 5 1600 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 5 5600X19,649+76%
Core i5-12400F19,436+74%
Core i9-9980XE19,237+72%
Ryzen 9 3900X18,932+70%
Ryzen 7 3800XT18,905+69%
Core i7-8086K11,554+3%
Core i7-6700K11,228+1%
Ryzen 5 160011,164
Core i7-4790K10,886-2%
Core i5-8600K10,833-3%

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 5 1600 or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-840051.94+2%
Ryzen 3 1300X51+0%
Ryzen 5 160050.98
Ryzen 5 1500X50.61-1%
Ryzen 5 2400G48.76-4%
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X17.85-65%
Core i9-7900X15.28-70%
Core i9-9980XE9.72-81%
Core i7-6950X9.52-81%

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 5 1600Core i9-9980XE
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
11,164
19,237
(+72.31%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
5,542
10,963
(+97.82%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,129
3,735.5
(+230.87%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
147
197.5
(+34.35%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
4,634
11,397
(+145.94%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,083
1,434
(+32.41%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
12,285
31,988
(+160.38%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,066
2,564
(+24.1%)
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 5 1600Core i9-9980XE
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryGlobalFoundriesIntel
Process Size14 nm14 nm
Transistors4,800 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 5 1600Core i9-9980XE
SeriesRyzen 5Core i9 Extreme
MicroarchitectureZenX-Series 9th Gen
CodenameZenSkylake-X
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelQuad-channel
ECC MemoryYesNo

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 5 1600Core i9-9980XE
Cores618
Threads1236
Clock Speed3.2 GHz3.0 GHz
Turbo Clock3.6 GHz4.5 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier32.0x30.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesYes

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 5 1600Core i9-9980XE
L1 Cache96 KB64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB1 MB
L3 Cache16 MB24.75 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 5 1600Core i9-9980XE
SocketAMD Socket AM4Intel Socket 2066
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x44
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W165 W
TJ Max95 °C84 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen 5 1600Core i9-9980XE
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, SMT, Precision BoostMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0, Boost 3.0

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