AMD Ryzen 5 9600X vs Intel Pentium 2127U

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Performance
Ryzen 5 9600X1,343% better
25,71770% of 36,991
Pentium 2127U
1,7825% of 36,991

The Ryzen 5 9600X has 1,343% better performance than the Pentium 2127U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 5 9600X
92.1876% of 121.53
Pentium 2127U
No data available

The Ryzen 5 9600X has 76% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X is a 6-core (12-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2024 with a suggested retail price of $279. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 5 lineup, which is based on the Zen 5 microarchitecture. The 9600X is compatible with AMD Socket AM5 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 4 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Graphics integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 5 9600X 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 9600X 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 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 9600X 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 3.9 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.4 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 9600X 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 9600X has the 22nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 69.52% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 25,717 score and $279 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 92.18. This is the 11th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Pentium 2127U CPU

The Intel Pentium 2127U is a 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The 2127U is compatible with FCBGA1023 motherboards and is fabricated on a 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics for 3rd Generation Intel Processors integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Pentium 2127U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 128 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 2 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Pentium 2127U features 2 total cores which can process 2 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1900.0 MHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Pentium 2127U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics for 3rd Generation Intel Processors. 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

The Pentium 2127U has the 637th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.82% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

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

InfoRyzen 5 9600XPentium 2127U
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen 5--
Market SegmentDesktopMobile
Release DateQ3 2024--
Launch Price (MSRP)$279--
Production StatusActive--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 5 9600X1,343% better
25,71770% of 36,991
Pentium 2127U
1,7825% of 36,991

The Ryzen 5 9600X has 1,343% better performance than the Pentium 2127U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 5 9600X is ranked 22nd with a score of 25,717, and the Pentium 2127U is ranked 637th with a score of 1,782.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 5 9600X
92.1876% of 121.53
Pentium 2127U
No data available

The Ryzen 5 9600X has 174% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Ryzen 5 9600X's 92.18 performance per dollar ranks it 11th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

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 9600X or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i9-12900K26,223+2%
Ryzen 5 7600X25,731+0%
Ryzen 5 9600X25,717
Ryzen 9 5950X25,154.5-2%
Core i5-12600K25,017-3%
Pentium N35201,794-93%
Pentium 3558U1,787-93%
Pentium 2127U1,782-93%
Celeron 1000M1,779-93%
Pentium N37001,768-93%

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 9600X orPentium 2127U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-13400104.62+13%
Ryzen 5 7600104.17+13%
Core i5-14600K99.19+8%
Core i5-13600K95.36+3%
Ryzen 7 770094.06+2%
Ryzen 5 9600X92.18
Core i5-12600K86.56-6%
Ryzen 5 7600X86.06-7%
Ryzen 7 9700X85.67-7%
Core i7-14700K79.06-14%

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 9600XPentium 2127U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
25,717
(+1,343.15%)
1,782
3DMark Time Spy CPU
10,821
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
2,630
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
341
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
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572
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
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315
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
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1,043
CPU Mark Single-Thread
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943
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 9600XPentium 2127U
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryTSMC--
Process Size4 nm22 nm
Transistors8,315 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 9600XPentium 2127U
SeriesRyzen 5--
MicroarchitectureZen 5--
CodenameGranite RidgeIvy Bridge
Memory SupportDDR5--
Memory ChannelsDual-channel--
ECC MemoryYes--

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 9600XPentium 2127U
Cores62
Threads122
Clock Speed3.9 GHz1900.0 MHz
Turbo Clock5.4 GHz--
Base Clock100 MHz--
Multiplier39.0x--
Multiplier UnlockedYes--

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 9600XPentium 2127U
L1 Cache80 KB128 KB
L2 Cache1 MB512 KB
L3 Cache32 MB2 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 9600XPentium 2127U
SocketAMD Socket AM5FCBGA1023
PCI ExpressPCIe 5.0 x24--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W17 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)88 W--
TJ Max95 °C105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen 5 9600XPentium 2127U
Integrated GraphicsRadeon GraphicsIntel HD Graphics for 3rd Generation Intel Processors
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--

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