Intel Core i9-9900T vs AMD A6-6400K

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Performance
Core i9-9900T104% better
4,08011% of 36,991
A6-6400K
1,9985% of 36,991

The Core i9-9900T has 104% better performance than the A6-6400K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i9-9900T
9.658% of 121.53
A6-6400K
No data available

The Core i9-9900T has 8% 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 i9-9900T CPU

The Intel Core i9-9900T is an end-of-life 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2019 with a suggested retail price of $423. It is part of Intel's Core i9 lineup, which is based on the Coffee Lake Refresh microarchitecture. The i9-9900T is compatible with Intel Socket 1151 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 i9-9900T supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i9-9900T 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 i9-9900T 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 2.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.4 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 i9-9900T 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 & Value

The Core i9-9900T has the 445th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 11.03% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 4,080 score and $423 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 9.65. This is the 198th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD A6-6400K CPU

The AMD A6-6400K is an end-of-life 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013. It is part of AMD's A6 lineup, which is based on the Richland microarchitecture. The A6-6400K is compatible with AMD Socket FM2 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 8470D integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A6-6400K supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A6-6400K has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The A6-6400K features 2 total cores which can process 2 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.9 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.1 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 A6-6400K includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 8470D. 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 A6-6400K has the 615th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 5.40% 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 i9-9900TA6-6400K
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i9A6
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ2 2019Q2 2013
Launch Price (MSRP)$423--
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i9-9900T104% better
4,08011% of 36,991
A6-6400K
1,9985% of 36,991

The Core i9-9900T has 104% better performance than the A6-6400K for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i9-9900T is ranked 445th with a score of 4,080, and the A6-6400K is ranked 615th with a score of 1,998.

Performance per dollar
Core i9-9900T
9.658% of 121.53
A6-6400K
No data available

The Core i9-9900T has 18% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i9-9900T's 9.65 performance per dollar ranks it 198th 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 i9-9900T or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-34705,575+37%
Core i5-6600T5,406+33%
Core i9-9900T4,080
A10-6800K4,066-0%
A10-7700K3,853-6%
A8-7650K3,745-8%
A6-6400K1,998-51%
A4-53001,924-53%
E2-1800736-82%

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 i9-9900T orA6-6400K
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-2600K26.9+179%
Core i5-6600T25.38+163%
Core i7-4770K25.15+161%
Core i7-5700HQ21.38+122%
Core i9-10980XE19.01+97%
Core i9-9900T9.65
Core i7-6950X9.52-1%

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 i9-9900TA6-6400K
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
4,080
(+104.2%)
1,998
3DMark Time Spy CPU
5,870
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,112
(+646.31%)
149
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
185
(+110.23%)
88
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
6,675
(+1,058.85%)
576
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,526
(+272.2%)
410
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
13,283
(+787.31%)
1,497
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,455
(+69.43%)
1,449
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 i9-9900TA6-6400K
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelGlobalFoundries
Process Size14 nm32 nm
Transistors--1,303 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 i9-9900TA6-6400K
SeriesCore i9A6
MicroarchitectureCoffee Lake RefreshRichland
CodenameCoffee Lake-RRichland
Memory SupportDDR4DDR3
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-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 i9-9900TA6-6400K
Cores82
Threads162
Clock Speed2.1 GHz3.9 GHz
Turbo Clock4.4 GHz4.1 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier21.0x39.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoYes

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 i9-9900TA6-6400K
L1 Cache64 KB96 KB
L2 Cache256 KB1 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 i9-9900TA6-6400K
SocketIntel Socket 1151AMD Socket FM2
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 2.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)35 W65 W
Tcase Max72 °C70 °C
TJ Max100 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i9-9900TA6-6400K
Integrated GraphicsUHD Graphics 630Radeon HD 8470D
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, vPro, 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, PowerNow!, 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.