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Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core i9-11900KF

2021

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +12.2% higher average FPS across 42 shared CPU benchmark tests.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 47.9 vs 135.8 PassMark/$ ($513 MSRP vs $179 MSRP).
❌92.3% higher power demand at 125W vs 65W.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 7 5700.

Ryzen 7 5700

2022

Why buy it

✅Costs $334 less on MSRP ($179 MSRP vs $513 MSRP).
✅Delivers 183.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 135.8 vs 47.9 PassMark/$ ($179 MSRP vs $513 MSRP).
✅Draws 65W instead of 125W, a 60W reduction.
✅20% more PCIe lanes (24 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Core i9-11900KF.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core i9-11900KF across 42 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Cinebench R23 multi-core (11,000 vs 15,500).

Core i9-11900KF

2021

Ryzen 7 5700

2022

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +12.2% higher average FPS across 42 shared CPU benchmark tests.

Why buy it

✅Costs $334 less on MSRP ($179 MSRP vs $513 MSRP).
✅Delivers 183.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 135.8 vs 47.9 PassMark/$ ($179 MSRP vs $513 MSRP).
✅Draws 65W instead of 125W, a 60W reduction.
✅20% more PCIe lanes (24 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Core i9-11900KF.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 47.9 vs 135.8 PassMark/$ ($513 MSRP vs $179 MSRP).
❌92.3% higher power demand at 125W vs 65W.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 7 5700.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core i9-11900KF across 42 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Cinebench R23 multi-core (11,000 vs 15,500).

Quick Answers

So, is Core i9-11900KF better than Ryzen 7 5700?

Yes. Core i9-11900KF is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 12.2% average FPS lead across 42 shared CPU game tests in our data, 40.9% better Cinebench R23 multi-core, and 1.1% higher PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i9-11900KF is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 12.2% more average FPS across 42 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i9-11900KF is the better fit. You are getting 40.9% better Cinebench R23 multi-core, backed by 8 cores and 16 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core i9-11900KF is still the faster CPU overall, but Ryzen 7 5700 makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Core i9-11900KF is 186.6% more expensive on MSRP at $513 MSRP versus $179 MSRP, and it gives you a 12.2% average FPS lead across 42 shared CPU game tests in our data. Ryzen 7 5700 is also 183.5% better value on MSRP (135.8 vs 47.9 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper. That said, if you already own a compatible AM4 + DDR4 setup, Ryzen 7 5700 can still make sense as a platform-matched option because it avoids a motherboard and RAM swap.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Ryzen 7 5700 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2022 vs 2021). That makes it the safer long-term pick.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Core i9-11900KF Benchmark Check

Ryzen 7 5700 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i9-11900KF	Ryzen 7 5700
1080p
low	295 FPS	179 FPS
medium	261 FPS	152 FPS
high	220 FPS	122 FPS
ultra	189 FPS	102 FPS
1440p
low	242 FPS	153 FPS
medium	192 FPS	126 FPS
high	157 FPS	100 FPS
ultra	139 FPS	85 FPS
4K
low	167 FPS	84 FPS
medium	135 FPS	75 FPS
high	104 FPS	60 FPS
ultra	91 FPS	46 FPS

Open Core i9-11900KF Open Ryzen 7 5700

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i9-11900KF	Ryzen 7 5700
1080p
low	615 FPS	417 FPS
medium	527 FPS	352 FPS
high	457 FPS	303 FPS
ultra	407 FPS	268 FPS
1440p
low	601 FPS	360 FPS
medium	490 FPS	316 FPS
high	422 FPS	278 FPS
ultra	362 FPS	237 FPS
4K
low	401 FPS	248 FPS
medium	339 FPS	224 FPS
high	320 FPS	209 FPS
ultra	275 FPS	182 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i9-11900KF	Ryzen 7 5700
1080p
low	615 FPS	608 FPS
medium	615 FPS	574 FPS
high	615 FPS	519 FPS
ultra	563 FPS	431 FPS
1440p
low	615 FPS	509 FPS
medium	615 FPS	436 FPS
high	543 FPS	392 FPS
ultra	464 FPS	326 FPS
4K
low	577 FPS	376 FPS
medium	480 FPS	318 FPS
high	427 FPS	280 FPS
ultra	357 FPS	220 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i9-11900KF	Ryzen 7 5700
1080p
low	615 FPS	608 FPS
medium	615 FPS	608 FPS
high	615 FPS	608 FPS
ultra	615 FPS	608 FPS
1440p
low	615 FPS	608 FPS
medium	615 FPS	608 FPS
high	615 FPS	572 FPS
ultra	615 FPS	493 FPS
4K
low	615 FPS	520 FPS
medium	565 FPS	465 FPS
high	512 FPS	414 FPS
ultra	437 FPS	358 FPS

Open Core i9-11900KF Open Ryzen 7 5700

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i9-11900KF and Ryzen 7 5700

Core i9-11900KF

The Core i9-11900KF is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Rocket Lake (2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 24,585 points. Launch price was $299.

Ryzen 7 5700

The Ryzen 7 5700 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 24,317 points. Launch price was $179.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i9-11900KF and Ryzen 7 5700 share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 5.2 GHz on the Core i9-11900KF versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5700 — a 12.2% clock advantage for the Core i9-11900KF (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Core i9-11900KF uses the Rocket Lake (2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 7 5700 uses Cezanne (2021−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i9-11900KF scores 24,585 against the Ryzen 7 5700's 24,317 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i9-11900KF. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 15,500 vs 11,000 (34% advantage for the Core i9-11900KF). L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Core i9-11900KF vs 16 MB on the Ryzen 7 5700.

Feature	Core i9-11900KF	Ryzen 7 5700
Cores / Threads	8 / 16	8 / 16
Boost Clock	5.2 GHz+13%	4.6 GHz
Base Clock	3.5 GHz	3.7 GHz+6%
L3 Cache	16 MB (total)	16 MB
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	512 kB (per core)+100%
Process	14 nm	7 nm-50%
Architecture	Rocket Lake (2021)	Cezanne (2021−2025)
PassMark	24,585+1%	24,317
Cinebench R23 Multi	15,500+41%	11,000
Geekbench 6 Single	—	2,000
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	8,600

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Memory & Platform

The Core i9-11900KF uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 7 5700 uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-3200 memory speed. Both support up to 128 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i9-11900KF) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 5700) — the Ryzen 7 5700 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z590,B560 (Core i9-11900KF) and A520,B450,X470,B550,X570 (Ryzen 7 5700).

Feature	Core i9-11900KF	Ryzen 7 5700
Socket	LGA1200	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB	128 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	No	Yes
PCIe Lanes	20	24+20%

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Advanced Features

Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the Core i9-11900KF supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i9-11900KF) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 5700). Primary use case: Ryzen 7 5700 targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 5700 rivals Core i5-13400F.

Feature	Core i9-11900KF	Ryzen 7 5700
Integrated GPU	No	No
Unlocked	Yes	Yes
AVX-512	Yes	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	AMD-V
Target Use	—	Gaming

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Value Analysis

The Core i9-11900KF launched at $513 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 5700 debuted at $179. On MSRP ($513 vs $179), the Ryzen 7 5700 is $334 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i9-11900KF delivers 47.9 pts/$ vs 135.8 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 5700 — making the Ryzen 7 5700 the 95.7% better value option.