AMD Ryzen 9 5900X vs Intel Core i3-10320

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Performance
Ryzen 9 5900X100% better
21,043.557% of 36,991
Core i3-10320
10,51828% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 5900X has 100% better performance than the Core i3-10320 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 9 5900X
38.3332% of 121.53
Core i3-10320
No data available

The Ryzen 9 5900X has 32% 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 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 Intel Core i3-10320 CPU

The Intel Core i3-10320 is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2020. It is part of Intel's Core i3 lineup, which is based on the Comet Lake microarchitecture. The i3-10320 is compatible with Intel Socket 1200 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 i3-10320 supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i3-10320 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 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i3-10320 features 4 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 3.8 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.6 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 i3-10320 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

The Core i3-10320 has the 236th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 28.43% 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 9 5900XCore i3-10320
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen 9Core i3
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ4 2020Q2 2020
Launch Price (MSRP)$549--
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 9 5900X100% better
21,043.557% of 36,991
Core i3-10320
10,51828% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 5900X has 100% better performance than the Core i3-10320 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 9 5900X is ranked 62nd with a score of 21,043.5, and the Core i3-10320 is ranked 236th with a score of 10,518.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 9 5900X
38.3332% of 121.53
Core i3-10320
No data available

The Ryzen 9 5900X has 72% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Ryzen 9 5900X's 38.33 performance per dollar ranks it 84th 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 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 i7-770010,739.5-49%
Ryzen 3 310010,702-49%
Core i3-1032010,518-50%
Core i7-5775C9,976-53%
Core i7-67009,832-53%

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 orCore i3-10320
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i9-1290046.85+22%
Core i9-12900K43.78+14%
Core i7-11700K43.42+13%
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 i9-9900K35.38-8%
Ryzen 9 390033.67-12%

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 5900XCore i3-10320
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
21,043.5
(+100.07%)
10,518
3DMark Time Spy CPU
11,913
(+172.73%)
4,368
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
2,695
(+183.98%)
949
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
250
(+32.98%)
188
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
11,962
(+153.06%)
4,727
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
2,209
(+41.6%)
1,560
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
39,167
(+291.28%)
10,010
CPU Mark Single-Thread
3,470
(+22.27%)
2,838
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 5900XCore i3-10320
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryTSMCIntel
Process Size7 nm14 nm
Transistors8,300 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 5900XCore i3-10320
SeriesRyzen 9Core i3
MicroarchitectureZen 3Comet Lake
CodenameVermeerComet 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 9 5900XCore i3-10320
Cores124
Threads248
Clock Speed3.7 GHz3.8 GHz
Turbo Clock4.8 GHz4.6 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier37.0x38.0x
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 9 5900XCore i3-10320
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB256 KB
L3 Cache64 MB8 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 5900XCore i3-10320
SocketAMD Socket AM4Intel Socket 1200
PCI ExpressPCIe 4.0PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)105 W91 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)--65 W
Power Limit 2 (PL2)--90 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)142 W--
Tcase Max95 °C72 °C
TJ Max--100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen 9 5900XCore i3-10320
Integrated Graphics--UHD Graphics 630
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, 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, ABM, ADX, RdRand, TBT 2.0

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