AMD Ryzen 5 7600X vs Intel Core i7-9700

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Performance
Ryzen 5 7600X85% better
25,73170% of 36,991
Core i7-9700
13,93938% of 36,991

The Ryzen 5 7600X has 85% better performance than the Core i7-9700 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 5 7600X106% better
86.0671% of 121.53
Core i7-9700
41.8634% of 121.53

The Ryzen 5 7600X has 106% better value for the money than the Core i7-9700 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 5 7600X is a 6-core (12-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2022 with a suggested retail price of $299. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 5 lineup, which is based on the Zen 4 microarchitecture. The 7600X is compatible with AMD Socket AM5 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 5 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Graphics integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 5 7600X supports DDR5 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 5 7600X 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 32 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 5 7600X 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 4.7 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.3 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 5 7600X includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon Graphics. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Ryzen 5 7600X has the 21st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 69.56% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 25,731 score and $299 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 86.06. This is the 13th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i7-9700 CPU

The Intel Core i7-9700 is an end-of-life 8-core (8-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2019 with a suggested retail price of $333. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Coffee Lake Refresh microarchitecture. The i7-9700 is compatible with Intel Socket 1151 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 630 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-9700 supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-9700 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 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 12 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-9700 features 8 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 3.0 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.7 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 i7-9700 includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 630. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Core i7-9700 has the 157th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 37.68% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 13,939 score and $333 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 41.86. This is the 69th 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 7600XCore i7-9700
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen 5Core i7
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ3 2022Q2 2019
Launch Price (MSRP)$299$333
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 5 7600X85% better
25,73170% of 36,991
Core i7-9700
13,93938% of 36,991

The Ryzen 5 7600X has 85% better performance than the Core i7-9700 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 5 7600X is ranked 21st with a score of 25,731, and the Core i7-9700 is ranked 157th with a score of 13,939.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 5 7600X106% better
86.0671% of 121.53
Core i7-9700
41.8634% of 121.53

The Ryzen 5 7600X has 106% better value for the money than the Core i7-9700 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 5 7600X is ranked 13th with a performance per dollar of 86.06, and the Core i7-9700 is ranked 69th with a performance per dollar of 41.86.

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 7600X or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 9 790026,325+2%
Core i9-12900K26,223+2%
Ryzen 5 7600X25,731
Ryzen 5 9600X25,717-0%
Ryzen 9 5950X25,154.5-2%
Core i7-9700K14,657-43%
Ryzen 7 270013,959-46%
Core i7-970013,939-46%
Ryzen 7 1800X13,782-46%
Core i7-870013,310-48%

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 7600X or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 5 9600X92.18+7%
Core i5-12600K86.56+1%
Ryzen 5 7600X86.06
Ryzen 7 9700X85.67-0%
Core i7-14700K79.06-8%
Core i7-11700K43.42-50%
Core i5-8600K42.15-51%
Core i7-970041.86-51%
Core i5-850041.36-52%
Core i7-8700K41.13-52%

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 7600XCore i7-9700
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
25,731
(+84.6%)
13,939
3DMark Time Spy CPU
10,645
(+55.02%)
6,867
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
2,517
(+100.72%)
1,254
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
314
(+57.79%)
199
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
12,957
(+108.95%)
6,201
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
2,891
(+84.14%)
1,570
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
28,526
(+116.24%)
13,192
CPU Mark Single-Thread
4,152
(+51.04%)
2,749
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 7600XCore i7-9700
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryTSMCIntel
Process Size5 nm14 nm
Transistors6,570 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 7600XCore i7-9700
SeriesRyzen 5Core i7
MicroarchitectureZen 4Coffee Lake Refresh
CodenameRaphaelCoffee Lake
Memory SupportDDR5DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-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 7600XCore i7-9700
Cores68
Threads128
Clock Speed4.7 GHz3.0 GHz
Turbo Clock5.3 GHz4.7 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier47.0x30.0x
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 5 7600XCore i7-9700
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache1 MB256 KB
L3 Cache32 MB12 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 7600XCore i7-9700
SocketAMD Socket AM5Intel Socket 1151
PCI ExpressPCIe 5.0 x24PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)105 W65 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)142 W--
Tcase Max61 °C72 °C
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen 5 7600XCore i7-9700
Integrated GraphicsRadeon GraphicsUHD Graphics 630
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost 2, XFR 2MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, vPro, Boost 2.0

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