Ryzen 9 5900X vs Core i5-14600KF

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Passmark Score

38955

Passmark Score

38664

Performance Difference

Ryzen 9 5900X is 0.8% faster than Core i5-14600KF

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen 9 5900X performs 0.8% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Ryzen 9 5900X and Core i5-14600KF.

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 Ryzen 9 5900X and Core i5-14600KF

AMD

Ryzen 9 5900X

The Ryzen 9 5900X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 38,955 points. Launch price was $549.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen 9
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$549
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:5 November 2020 (5 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022)
Performance Ranking Position:300

Technical Specifications

Cores:12
Threads:24
Die Size:2x 74 mm2 (CCD)
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:64 MB
Max Frequency:4.8 GHz
Multiplicador:37
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.7 GHz
Transistor Count:0 Million
Process Technology:7 nm, 12 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Case Temperature (TCase):95 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:AM4
Power Consumption (TDP):105 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4-3200
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:51.196 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:128 GB
Intel

Core i5-14600KF

The Core i5-14600KF is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 17 October 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 38,664 points. Launch price was $294.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$294
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:17 October 2023 (2 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025)
Performance Ranking Position:302

Technical Specifications

Cores:14
Threads:20
Die Size:257 mm2
L1 Cache:80 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:2 MB (per core)
L3 Cache:24 MB (total)
Max Frequency:5.3 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.5 GHz
Cores Eficientes:8
Process Technology:Intel 7 nm
Cores De Desempenho:6
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Core Temperature:100 °C
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:DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:89.6 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:192 GB

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