AMD Ryzen 7 1800X vs Intel Core i5-11600K

VS
Performance
Ryzen 7 1800X
13,78237% of 36,991
Core i5-11600K19% better
16,38144% of 36,991

The Core i5-11600K has 19% better performance than the Ryzen 7 1800X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 7 1800X
27.6223% of 121.53
Core i5-11600K126% better
62.5251% of 121.53

The Core i5-11600K has 126% better value for the money than the Ryzen 7 1800X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Shop Ryzen 7 1800X
Shop Core i5-11600K
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Summary

#

About the AMD Ryzen 7 1800X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 1800X is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2017 with a suggested retail price of $499. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen microarchitecture. The 1800X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 7 1800X supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 7 1800X 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 7 1800X features 8 total cores which can process 16 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.6 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.0 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 7 1800X 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 7 1800X has the 160th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 37.26% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 13,782 score and $499 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 27.62. This is the 131st best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i5-11600K CPU

The Intel Core i5-11600K is an end-of-life 6-core (12-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2021 with a suggested retail price of $262. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Rocket Lake-S microarchitecture. The i5-11600K is compatible with Intel Socket 1200 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 750 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-11600K supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-11600K 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 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 i5-11600K 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 4.9 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 i5-11600K includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 750. 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 i5-11600K has the 114th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 44.28% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 16,381 score and $262 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 62.52. This is the 29th 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 7 1800XCore i5-11600K
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen 7Core i5
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ1 2017Q1 2021
Launch Price (MSRP)$499$262
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
ShopCheck PriceCheck Price

Benchmark Performance

#
Performance
Ryzen 7 1800X
13,78237% of 36,991
Core i5-11600K19% better
16,38144% of 36,991

The Core i5-11600K has 19% better performance than the Ryzen 7 1800X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 7 1800X is ranked 160th with a score of 13,782, and the Core i5-11600K is ranked 114th with a score of 16,381.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 7 1800X
27.6223% of 121.53
Core i5-11600K126% better
62.5251% of 121.53

The Core i5-11600K has 126% better value for the money than the Ryzen 7 1800X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 7 1800X is ranked 131st with a performance per dollar of 27.62, and the Core i5-11600K is ranked 29th with a performance per dollar of 62.52.

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 7 1800X or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 5 5600G16,538+20%
Core i7-6950X16,403+19%
Core i5-11600K16,381+19%
Core i5-11400F15,367+12%
Core i9-7900X15,260+11%
Ryzen 7 270013,959+1%
Core i7-970013,939+1%
Ryzen 7 1800X13,782
Core i7-870013,310-3%
Ryzen 3 3300X12,952-6%

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 7 1800X or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 5 5600X65.72+138%
Ryzen 5 5600G63.85+131%
Core i5-11600K62.52+126%
Ryzen 5 260062.34+126%
Ryzen 7 5800X3D60.66+120%
Core i7-479029.27+6%
Core i7-4790S27.7+0%
Ryzen 7 1800X27.62
Core i7-5775C27.26-1%
Core i7-8086K27.19-2%

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.

  • Popular
BenchmarkRyzen 7 1800XCore i5-11600K
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
13,782
16,381
(+18.86%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
8,003
8,884
(+11.01%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,618
1,744
(+7.79%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
160.8
238
(+48.01%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
5,659
8,655
(+52.94%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,138
2,228
(+95.78%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
16,378
19,630
(+19.86%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,198
3,353
(+52.55%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

#

Manufacturing Details

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

SpecRyzen 7 1800XCore i5-11600K
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 7 1800XCore i5-11600K
SeriesRyzen 7Core i5
MicroarchitectureZenRocket Lake-S
CodenameZenRocket Lake
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4
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 7 1800XCore i5-11600K
Cores86
Threads1612
Clock Speed3.6 GHz3.9 GHz
Turbo Clock4.0 GHz4.9 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier36.0x39.0x
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 7 1800XCore i5-11600K
L1 Cache96 KB80 KB
L2 Cache512 KB256 KB
L3 Cache16 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 7 1800XCore i5-11600K
SocketAMD Socket AM4Intel Socket 1200
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x20
Thermal Design Power (TDP)95 W125 W
Tcase Max--72 °C
TJ Max95 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen 7 1800XCore i5-11600K
Integrated Graphics--UHD Graphics 750
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 Boost, XFRMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, 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

Check out these comparisons for similar CPUs:

Looking for alternatives? Check out these similar CPUs:

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