Intel Core i9-9900KS vs AMD A10-7850K

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Performance
Core i9-9900KS370% better
18,69451% of 36,991
A10-7850K
3,97911% of 36,991

The Core i9-9900KS has 370% better performance than the A10-7850K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i9-9900KS
36.4430% of 121.53
A10-7850K
No data available

The Core i9-9900KS has 30% 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 Intel Core i9-9900KS CPU

The Intel Core i9-9900KS is an end-of-life 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2019 with a suggested retail price of $513. It is part of Intel's Core i9 lineup, which is based on the Coffee Lake Refresh microarchitecture. The i9-9900KS is compatible with Intel Socket 1151 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD 630 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-9900KS supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i9-9900KS 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 16 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i9-9900KS 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 4.0 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 i9-9900KS includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD 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 & Value

The Core i9-9900KS has the 83rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 50.54% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 18,694 score and $513 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 36.44. This is the 94th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD A10-7850K CPU

The AMD A10-7850K is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2014. It is part of AMD's A10 lineup, which is based on the Kaveri microarchitecture. The A10-7850K is compatible with AMD Socket FM2+ motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 28 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon R7 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A10-7850K supports DDR3 memory. In terms of cache, the A10-7850K has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 256 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 A10-7850K 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 3.7 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.0 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 A10-7850K includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon R7. 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 A10-7850K has the 455th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 10.76% 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.

InfoCore i9-9900KSA10-7850K
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i9A10
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ4 2019Q1 2014
Launch Price (MSRP)$513--
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i9-9900KS370% better
18,69451% of 36,991
A10-7850K
3,97911% of 36,991

The Core i9-9900KS has 370% better performance than the A10-7850K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i9-9900KS is ranked 83rd with a score of 18,694, and the A10-7850K is ranked 455th with a score of 3,979.

Performance per dollar
Core i9-9900KS
36.4430% of 121.53
A10-7850K
No data available

The Core i9-9900KS has 69% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i9-9900KS's 36.44 performance per dollar ranks it 94th 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:Core i9-9900KS or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 9 3900X18,932+1%
Ryzen 7 3800XT18,905+1%
Core i9-9900KS18,694
Ryzen 7 3700X18,283.5-2%
Core i7-1170018,083-3%
Core i9-9900T4,080-78%
A10-6800K4,066-78%
A10-7850K3,979-79%
A8-5600K3,965-79%
A8-6600K3,944-79%

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 i9-9900KS orA10-7850K
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i9-10900K40.1+10%
Core i9-11900K38.33+5%
Ryzen 9 5900X38.33+5%
Core i7-9700K38.07+4%
Ryzen 9 3900X37.94+4%
Core i9-9900KS36.44
Core i9-9900K35.38-3%
Ryzen 9 390033.67-8%
Core i9-11900KB33.03-9%
Ryzen 9 5950X31.48-14%

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 i9-9900KSA10-7850K
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
18,694
(+369.82%)
3,979
3DMark Time Spy CPU
11,375
(+571.09%)
1,695
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
2,058
(+547.17%)
318
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
216
(+151.16%)
86
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
8,639
(+663.84%)
1,131
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,813
(+300.22%)
453
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
19,494
(+472.01%)
3,408
CPU Mark Single-Thread
3,038
(+101.99%)
1,504
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 i9-9900KSA10-7850K
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelGlobalFoundries
Process Size14 nm28 nm
Transistors--2,411 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 i9-9900KSA10-7850K
SeriesCore i9A10
MicroarchitectureCoffee Lake RefreshKaveri
CodenameCoffee Lake-RKaveri
Memory SupportDDR4DDR3
Memory ChannelsDual-channel--
ECC MemoryNoNo

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 i9-9900KSA10-7850K
Cores84
Threads164
Clock Speed4.0 GHz3.7 GHz
Turbo Clock5.0 GHz4.0 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier40.0x37.0x
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 i9-9900KSA10-7850K
L1 Cache64 KB256 KB
L2 Cache256 KB4 MB
L3 Cache16 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 i9-9900KSA10-7850K
SocketIntel Socket 1151AMD Socket FM2+
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)127 W95 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)127 W--
Power Limit 2 (PL2)159 W--
Tcase Max72 °C74 °C
TJ Max100 °C72.4 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i9-9900KSA10-7850K
Integrated GraphicsUHD 630Radeon R7
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0MMX, 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, 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.