Core i7-12700K vs Ryzen 5 7520C

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

34347

Passmark Score

8104

Performance Difference

Core i7-12700K is 323.8% faster than Ryzen 5 7520C

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Core i7-12700K performs 323.8% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Core i7-12700K and Ryzen 5 7520C.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Core i7-12700K and Ryzen 5 7520C

Intel

Core i7-12700K

The Core i7-12700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 November 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake, Golden Cove, Gracemont (2021) architecture. It features 12 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 34,347 points. Launch price was $409.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:Intel Core i7
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$409
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:4 November 2021 (4 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Alder Lake, Golden Cove, Gracemont (2021)
Performance Ranking Position:351

Technical Specifications

Cores:12
Threads:20
Die Size:215.25 mm2
L1 Cache:80K (per core)
L2 Cache:1.25 MB (per core)
L3 Cache:25 MB (total)
Max Frequency:5 GHz
Multiplicador:36
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.6 GHz
Cores Eficientes:4
Type De Autocarro:DMI 4.0
Process Technology:10 nm
Cores De Desempenho:8
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Core Temperature:100 °C
Velocidade Dos Pneus:8 × 16 GT/s
Max Case Temperature (TCase):72 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:LGA1700
Power Consumption (TDP):125 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4, DDR5
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:76.805 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:128 GB
AMD

Ryzen 5 7520C

The Ryzen 5 7520C is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 May 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Mendocino (Zen 2) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 6 nm process technology. Socket: FT6. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 8,104 points.

General Information

Type:Para notebooks
Series:AMD Mendocino (Zen 2, Ryzen 7020)
Designer:AMD
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:23 May 2023 (2 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Mendocino (Zen 2) (2022−2023)
Performance Ranking Position:1446

Technical Specifications

Cores:4
Threads:8
Die Size:100 mm2
L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:512 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:4 MB (total)
Max Frequency:4.3 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.8 GHz
Process Technology:6 nm

Compatibility

Socket:FT6
Power Consumption (TDP):15 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:LPDDR5

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