Ryzen AI Max 390 vs Core i9-12900KS

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

41834

Passmark Score

43528

Performance Difference

Core i9-12900KS is 4.0% faster than Ryzen AI Max 390

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Core i9-12900KS performs 4.0% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Ryzen AI Max 390 and Core i9-12900KS.

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 AI Max 390 and Core i9-12900KS

AMD

Ryzen AI Max 390

The Ryzen AI Max 390 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Strix Halo (2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP11. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 41,834 points.

General Information

Type:Para notebooks
Designer:AMD
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:6 January 2025 (less than a year ago)
Architecture Codename:Strix Halo (2025)
Performance Ranking Position:271

Technical Specifications

Cores:12
Threads:24
Die Size:2x 70.6 mm2
L1 Cache:80 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:1 MB (per core)
L3 Cache:64 MB (total)
Max Frequency:5 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.2 GHz
Process Technology:4 nm

Compatibility

Socket:FP11
Power Consumption (TDP):55 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR5
Intel

Core i9-12900KS

The Core i9-12900KS is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 5 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 43,528 points.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:Intel
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:5 April 2022 (3 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Alder Lake-S (2022)
Performance Ranking Position:259

Technical Specifications

Cores:16
Threads:24
Die Size:215 mm2
L1 Cache:80K (per core)
L2 Cache:1.25 MB (per core)
L3 Cache:30 MB (total)
Max Frequency:5.3 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.4 GHz
Cores Eficientes:8
Process Technology:Intel 7 nm
Cores De Desempenho:8
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Core Temperature:90 °C
Max Case Temperature (TCase):72 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:LGA1700
Power Consumption (TDP):150 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:76.8 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:128 GB

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