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AMD Ryzen 5 3600X vs Intel Core i9-9900KF @ 3.60GHz
Comparing 2 of up to 6 processors side by side.
| Metric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Single core | 2,645 | 2,899 |
| Multicore | 18,113 | 17,991 |
| Estimated price | $86.79 | $219.22 |
| Cores | 6 | 8 |
| Threads | 12 | 16 |
| Performance cores | Not listed | Not listed |
| Efficient cores | Not listed | Not listed |
| Turbo clock | 4.4 GHz | 5 GHz |
| Typical TDP | 95 W | 95 W |
| Socket | AM4 | FCLGA1151-2 |
| First seen | Q3 2019 | Q2 2019 |
How do the benchmark scores compare?
AMD Ryzen 5 3600X has a PassMark single-core score of 2,645, compared with 2,899 for Intel Core i9-9900KF @ 3.60GHz. Intel Core i9-9900KF @ 3.60GHz has the higher score in this benchmark.
AMD Ryzen 5 3600X has a PassMark multicore score of 18,113, compared with 17,991 for Intel Core i9-9900KF @ 3.60GHz. AMD Ryzen 5 3600X has the higher score in this benchmark.
Single-core scores describe one thread; multicore scores describe aggregate CPU throughput. These results do not establish which CPU is faster in every application. Compare platform support and total upgrade cost before buying.
AMD Ryzen 5 3600X lists AM4; Intel Core i9-9900KF @ 3.60GHz lists FCLGA1151-2. Check the motherboard manufacturer's CPU support list and BIOS requirements. If the required platform changes, include motherboard, memory and cooling costs; the CPU price alone is not the full upgrade cost.
Sources and data freshness
- AMD Ryzen 5 3600X on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
- Intel Core i9-9900KF @ 3.60GHz on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
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Benchmark scores do not predict frame rates in a particular game. Typical TDP is a specification, not measured electricity use. A matching socket does not confirm motherboard support; check the manufacturer's CPU support list and BIOS requirements.
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