AMD Ryzen 9 5900X vs AMD A10-6800K

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Performance
Ryzen 9 5900X418% better
21,043.557% of 36,991
A10-6800K
4,06611% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 5900X has 418% better performance than the A10-6800K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 9 5900X34% better
38.3332% of 121.53
A10-6800K
28.6324% of 121.53

The Ryzen 9 5900X has 34% better value for the money than the A10-6800K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X is a 12-core (24-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2020 with a suggested retail price of $549. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 9 lineup, which is based on the Zen 3 microarchitecture. The 5900X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 9 5900X supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 9 5900X 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 64 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 9 5900X features 12 total cores which can process 24 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.7 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.8 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 9 5900X 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 9 5900X has the 62nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 56.89% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 21,043.5 score and $549 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 38.33. This is the 84th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD A10-6800K CPU

The AMD A10-6800K is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013 with a suggested retail price of $142. It is part of AMD's A10 lineup, which is based on the Richland microarchitecture. The A10-6800K is compatible with AMD Socket FM2 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 8670D integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A10-6800K supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A10-6800K has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 192 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 4 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The A10-6800K features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 4.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.4 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 A10-6800K includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 8670D. 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 A10-6800K has the 446th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 10.99% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 4,066 score and $142 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 28.63. This is the 125th 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 9 5900XA10-6800K
ManufacturerAMDAMD
SeriesRyzen 9A10
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ4 2020Q2 2013
Launch Price (MSRP)$549$142
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 9 5900X418% better
21,043.557% of 36,991
A10-6800K
4,06611% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 5900X has 418% better performance than the A10-6800K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 9 5900X is ranked 62nd with a score of 21,043.5, and the A10-6800K is ranked 446th with a score of 4,066.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 9 5900X34% better
38.3332% of 121.53
A10-6800K
28.6324% of 121.53

The Ryzen 9 5900X has 34% better value for the money than the A10-6800K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 9 5900X is ranked 84th with a performance per dollar of 38.33, and the A10-6800K is ranked 125th with a performance per dollar of 28.63.

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 9 5900X or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-1340023,120+10%
Core i9-10900K21,935+4%
Ryzen 9 5900X21,043.5
Ryzen 9 3950X21,016-0%
Core i9-11900K20,662-2%
Core i5-6600T5,406-74%
Core i9-9900T4,080-81%
A10-6800K4,066-81%

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 9 5900X or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i9-10900K40.1+5%
Core i9-11900K38.33+0%
Ryzen 9 5900X38.33
Ryzen 9 3900X37.94-1%
Core i9-9900KS36.44-5%
Core i7-3770K29.45-23%
Core i7-479029.27-24%
A10-6800K28.63-25%
Core i7-4790S27.7-28%
Core i7-5775C27.26-29%

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 9 5900XA10-6800K
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
21,043.5
(+417.55%)
4,066
3DMark Time Spy CPU
11,913
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
2,695
(+726.69%)
326
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
250
(+150%)
100
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
11,962
(+947.46%)
1,142
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
2,209
(+358.3%)
482
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
39,167
(+1,122.44%)
3,204
CPU Mark Single-Thread
3,470
(+116.47%)
1,603
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 9 5900XA10-6800K
ManufacturerAMDAMD
FoundryTSMCGlobalFoundries
Process Size7 nm32 nm
Transistors8,300 million1,303 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 9 5900XA10-6800K
SeriesRyzen 9A10
MicroarchitectureZen 3Richland
CodenameVermeerRichland
Memory SupportDDR4DDR3
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 9 5900XA10-6800K
Cores124
Threads244
Clock Speed3.7 GHz4.1 GHz
Turbo Clock4.8 GHz4.4 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier37.0x41.0x
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 9 5900XA10-6800K
L1 Cache64 KB192 KB
L2 Cache512 KB4 MB
L3 Cache64 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 9 5900XA10-6800K
SocketAMD Socket AM4AMD Socket FM2
PCI ExpressPCIe 4.0PCIe 2.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)105 W100 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)142 W--
Tcase Max95 °C74 °C
TJ Max--74 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen 9 5900XA10-6800K
Integrated Graphics--Radeon HD 8670D
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 2, XFR 2MMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, BMI1, FMA3, FMA4, AMD64, CLMUL, CnQ, NX bit, AMD-V, XOP, ABM, TBM, F16C, PowerNow!, Turbo Core 3.0

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