AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D vs Intel Core i9-13900K

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Performance
Ryzen 9 7950X3D19% better
36,991Best Performance
Core i9-13900K
31,187.584% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 7950X3D has 19% better performance than the Core i9-13900K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 9 7950X3D
52.9244% of 121.53
Core i9-13900K0% better
52.9544% of 121.53

The Core i9-13900K has 0% better value for the money than the Ryzen 9 7950X3D for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D CPU

The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D is a 16-core (32-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2023 with a suggested retail price of $699. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 9 lineup, which is based on the Zen 4 microarchitecture. The 7950X3D 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 9 7950X3D supports DDR5 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 9 7950X3D 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 128 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 9 7950X3D features 16 total cores which can process 32 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 4.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.7 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 7950X3D 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 9 7950X3D has the best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. Its 36,991 score and $699 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 52.92. This is the 39th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i9-13900K CPU

The Intel Core i9-13900K is a 24-core (32-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2022 with a suggested retail price of $589. It is part of Intel's Core i9 lineup, which is based on the Raptor Lake microarchitecture. The i9-13900K is compatible with Intel Socket 1700 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-13900K supports DDR4-3200, DDR5-5600 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i9-13900K 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 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 36 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i9-13900K features 24 total cores which can process 32 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 24 cores consist of 8 P-Cores and 16 E-Cores. P-Cores are designed for high-performance tasks and E-Cores are intended for efficiency and lighter tasks. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.0 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.8 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 Core i9-13900K includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 770. 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 i9-13900K has the 9th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 84.31% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 31,187.5 score and $589 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 52.95. This is the 38th 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 7950X3DCore i9-13900K
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen 9Core i9
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ1 2023Q3 2022
Launch Price (MSRP)$699$589
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 9 7950X3D19% better
36,991Best Performance
Core i9-13900K
31,187.584% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 7950X3D has 19% better performance than the Core i9-13900K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 9 7950X3D is ranked 1st with a score of 36,991, and the Core i9-13900K is ranked 9th with a score of 31,187.5.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 9 7950X3D
52.9244% of 121.53
Core i9-13900K0% better
52.9544% of 121.53

The Core i9-13900K has 0% better value for the money than the Ryzen 9 7950X3D for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 9 7950X3D is ranked 39th with a performance per dollar of 52.92, and the Core i9-13900K is ranked 38th with a performance per dollar of 52.95.

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 7950X3D or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 9 7950X3D36,991
Ryzen 9 7950X35,243-5%
Ryzen 7 7800X3D32,947-11%
Core i7-14700K32,336-13%
Core i5-14600K31,641-14%
Core i9-14900K31,559-15%
Ryzen 7 7700X31,467-15%
Core i7-13700K31,214-16%
Core i9-13900K31,187.5-16%
Ryzen 7 770030,945-16%

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 7950X3D or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 9 790061.36+16%
Core i7-12700K61+15%
Ryzen 7 5800X3D60.66+15%
Core i9-14900K53.58+1%
Core i9-13900K52.95+0%
Ryzen 9 7950X3D52.92
Ryzen 7 5800X52.79-0%
Ryzen 9 7900X50.51-5%
Ryzen 9 7950X50.42-5%
Core i9-1290046.85-11%

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 7950X3DCore i9-13900K
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
36,991
(+18.61%)
31,187.5
3DMark Time Spy CPU
17,206
20,037
(+16.45%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
5,974
(+2.9%)
5,805.5
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
326
(+2.52%)
318
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
19,679
20,275
(+3.03%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
2,928
3,007
(+2.7%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
62,429
(+5.3%)
59,284
CPU Mark Single-Thread
4,141
4,631
(+11.83%)
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 7950X3DCore i9-13900K
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryTSMCIntel
Process Size5 nm10 nm
Transistors17,840 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 7950X3DCore i9-13900K
SeriesRyzen 9Core i9
MicroarchitectureZen 4Raptor Lake
CodenameRaphaelRaptor Lake-S
Memory SupportDDR5DDR4-3200, DDR5-5600
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryYesYes

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 7950X3DCore i9-13900K
Cores1624
Threads3232
Performance Cores (P-cores)--8
Efficient Cores (E-cores)--16
Clock Speed4.2 GHz3.0 GHz
Turbo Clock5.7 GHz5.8 GHz
P-core Clock--3.0 GHz
P-core Turbo Clock--5.8 GHz
E-core Clock Speed--2.2 GHz
E-core Turbo Clock--4.3 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier42.0x30.0x
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 7950X3DCore i9-13900K
L1 Cache64 KB80 KB
L2 Cache1 MB2 MB
L3 Cache128 MB36 MB
E-core L1 Cache--96 KB
E-core L2 Cache--4 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 7950X3DCore i9-13900K
SocketAMD Socket AM5Intel Socket 1700
PCI ExpressPCIe 5.0 x24PCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 4.0 x4
Thermal Design Power (TDP)120 W125 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)--253 W
Power Limit 2 (PL2)--253 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)162 W--
Tcase Max47 °C72 °C
TJ Max89 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen 9 7950X3DCore i9-13900K
Integrated GraphicsRadeon GraphicsUHD Graphics 770
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, 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, TVB

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