Ryzen 9 3950X vs Ryzen 7 5700X

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

38519

Passmark Score

26609

Performance Difference

Ryzen 9 3950X is 44.8% faster than Ryzen 7 5700X

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen 9 3950X performs 44.8% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Ryzen 9 3950X and Ryzen 7 5700X.

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 3950X and Ryzen 7 5700X

AMD

Ryzen 9 3950X

The Ryzen 9 3950X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 November 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 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 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 38,519 points. Launch price was $799.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen 9
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$799
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:14 November 2019 (6 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020)
Performance Ranking Position:305

Technical Specifications

Cores:16
Threads:32
Die Size:2 x 72 mm + 125 mm (IO-Die) mm2
L1 Cache:96K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:64 MB
Max Frequency:4.7 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.5 GHz
Transistor Count:19,200 million
Process Technology:7 nm, 12 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

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

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4 Dual-channel
Memory Bandwidth:51.196 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:128 GB
AMD

Ryzen 7 5700X

The Ryzen 7 5700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 26,609 points. Launch price was $299.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$299
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:4 April 2022 (3 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
Performance Ranking Position:529

Technical Specifications

Cores:8
Threads:16
Die Size:81 mm2
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:32 MB (total)
Max Frequency:4.6 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.4 GHz
Transistor Count:4,150 million
Process Technology:7 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Core Temperature:90 °C
Max Case Temperature (TCase):95 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:AM4
Power Consumption (TDP):65 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4-3200

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