Intel Core i7-11700K vs AMD Ryzen 7 7700X

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Performance
Core i7-11700K
17,32447% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 7700X82% better
31,46785% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 7700X has 82% better performance than the Core i7-11700K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-11700K
43.4236% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 7700X82% better
78.8665% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 7700X has 82% better value for the money than the Core i7-11700K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-11700K CPU

The Intel Core i7-11700K is an end-of-life 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2021 with a suggested retail price of $399. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Rocket Lake-S microarchitecture. The i7-11700K 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 i7-11700K supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-11700K 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 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 Core i7-11700K 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 5.0 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 Core i7-11700K 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 i7-11700K has the 101st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 46.83% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 17,324 score and $399 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 43.42. This is the 65th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2022 with a suggested retail price of $399. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen 4 microarchitecture. The 7700X 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 7 7700X supports DDR5 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 7 7700X 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 32 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 7 7700X 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 4.5 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 7 7700X 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 7 7700X has the 7th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 85.07% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 31,467 score and $399 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 78.86. This is the 16th 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.

InfoCore i7-11700KRyzen 7 7700X
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i7Ryzen 7
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ1 2021Q3 2022
Launch Price (MSRP)$399$399
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-11700K
17,32447% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 7700X82% better
31,46785% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 7700X has 82% better performance than the Core i7-11700K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-11700K is ranked 101st with a score of 17,324, and the Ryzen 7 7700X is ranked 7th with a score of 31,467.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-11700K
43.4236% of 121.53
Ryzen 7 7700X82% better
78.8665% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 7700X has 82% better value for the money than the Core i7-11700K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-11700K is ranked 65th with a performance per dollar of 43.42, and the Ryzen 7 7700X is ranked 16th with a performance per dollar of 78.86.

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:Core i7-11700K or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-14600K31,641+83%
Core i9-14900K31,559+82%
Ryzen 7 7700X31,467+82%
Core i7-13700K31,214+80%
Core i9-13900K31,187.5+80%
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X17,834+3%
Core i9-11900KB17,803+3%
Core i7-11700K17,324
Core i9-9900K17,264-0%
Ryzen 9 390016,803-3%

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:Core i7-11700K or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 7 9700X85.67+97%
Core i7-14700K79.06+82%
Ryzen 7 7700X78.86+82%
Core i7-1270077.43+78%
Core i7-13700K76.32+76%
Ryzen 7 2700X45.89+6%
Core i7-870043.93+1%
Core i7-11700K43.42
Core i7-970041.86-4%
Core i7-8700K41.13-5%

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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BenchmarkCore i7-11700KRyzen 7 7700X
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
17,324
31,467
(+81.64%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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14,182
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
2,299
3,113.5
(+35.43%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
240
315
(+31.25%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
9,887
15,401
(+55.77%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
2,255
2,944
(+30.55%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
24,642
35,948
(+45.88%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
3,409
4,212
(+23.56%)
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.

SpecCore i7-11700KRyzen 7 7700X
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelTSMC
Process Size14 nm5 nm
Transistors--6,570 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.

SpecCore i7-11700KRyzen 7 7700X
SeriesCore i7Ryzen 7
MicroarchitectureRocket Lake-SZen 4
CodenameRocket LakeRaphael
Memory SupportDDR4DDR5
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoYes

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.

SpecCore i7-11700KRyzen 7 7700X
Cores88
Threads1616
Clock Speed3.6 GHz4.5 GHz
Turbo Clock5.0 GHz5.4 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier36.0x45.0x
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.

SpecCore i7-11700KRyzen 7 7700X
L1 Cache80 KB64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB1 MB
L3 Cache16 MB32 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.

SpecCore i7-11700KRyzen 7 7700X
SocketIntel Socket 1200AMD Socket AM5
PCI ExpressPCIe 4.0 x20PCIe 5.0 x24
Thermal Design Power (TDP)125 W105 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)--142 W
Tcase Max72 °C61 °C
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-11700KRyzen 7 7700X
Integrated GraphicsUHD Graphics 750Radeon Graphics
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, 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 3.0MMX, 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 2

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