Intel Core i7-4770K vs AMD Ryzen 9 5950X

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Performance
Core i7-4770K
8,80424% of 36,991
Ryzen 9 5950X186% better
25,154.568% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 5950X has 186% better performance than the Core i7-4770K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4770K
25.1521% of 121.53
Ryzen 9 5950X25% better
31.4826% of 121.53

The Ryzen 9 5950X has 25% better value for the money than the Core i7-4770K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-4770K CPU

The Intel Core i7-4770K is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013 with a suggested retail price of $350. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i7-4770K is compatible with Intel Socket 1150 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 4600 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-4770K supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4770K 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 i7-4770K 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 3.5 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.9 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 i7-4770K includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 4600. 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 i7-4770K has the 283rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 23.80% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 8,804 score and $350 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 25.15. This is the 145th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X is a 16-core (32-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2020 with a suggested retail price of $799. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 9 lineup, which is based on the Zen 3 microarchitecture. The 5950X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 9 5950X 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 5950X 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 5950X 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 3.4 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 Ryzen 9 5950X 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 5950X has the 24th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 68.00% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 25,154.5 score and $799 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 31.48. This is the 114th 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 i7-4770KRyzen 9 5950X
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i7Ryzen 9
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ2 2013Q4 2020
Launch Price (MSRP)$350$799
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-4770K
8,80424% of 36,991
Ryzen 9 5950X186% better
25,154.568% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 5950X has 186% better performance than the Core i7-4770K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-4770K is ranked 283rd with a score of 8,804, and the Ryzen 9 5950X is ranked 24th with a score of 25,154.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4770K
25.1521% of 121.53
Ryzen 9 5950X25% better
31.4826% of 121.53

The Ryzen 9 5950X has 25% better value for the money than the Core i7-4770K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-4770K is ranked 145th with a performance per dollar of 25.15, and the Ryzen 9 5950X is ranked 114th with a performance per dollar of 31.48.

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 i7-4770K or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 5 7600X25,731+192%
Ryzen 5 9600X25,717+192%
Ryzen 9 5950X25,154.5+186%
Core i5-12600K25,017+184%
Core i7-12700K24,947+183%
Core i7-3770K9,216.5+5%
Core i7-47909,133+4%
Core i7-4770K8,804
Core i3-9100F8,742-1%
Core i7-4790S8,643-2%

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 i7-4770K or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 9 3900X37.94+51%
Core i9-9900KS36.44+45%
Ryzen 9 5950X31.48+25%
Ryzen 9 3950X28.06+12%
Core i7-2600K26.9+7%
Core i5-6600T25.38+1%
Core i7-4770K25.15
Core i7-5700HQ21.38-15%
Core i9-10980XE19.01-24%
Core i9-9900T9.65-62%

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 i7-4770KRyzen 9 5950X
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
8,804
25,154.5
(+185.72%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
--
13,441
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
770
4,324
(+461.56%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
--
266.5
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
4,089
12,136
(+196.8%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,284
2,217
(+72.66%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
7,127
45,654
(+540.58%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,163
3,469
(+60.38%)
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 i7-4770KRyzen 9 5950X
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelTSMC
Process Size22 nm7 nm
Transistors1,400 million8,300 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.

SpecCore i7-4770KRyzen 9 5950X
SeriesCore i7Ryzen 9
MicroarchitectureHaswellZen 3
CodenameHaswellVermeer
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4
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 i7-4770KRyzen 9 5950X
Cores416
Threads832
Clock Speed3.5 GHz3.4 GHz
Turbo Clock3.9 GHz4.9 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier35.0x34.0x
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 i7-4770KRyzen 9 5950X
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB512 KB
L3 Cache8 MB64 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 i7-4770KRyzen 9 5950X
SocketIntel Socket 1150AMD Socket AM4
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x20
Thermal Design Power (TDP)84 W105 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)--142 W
Tcase Max72 °C95 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-4770KRyzen 9 5950X
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 4600--
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, HTT, AES-NI, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0MMX, 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 2

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