The details make the difference
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X vs Intel Core i7-9800X @ 3.80GHz
Comparing 2 of up to 6 processors side by side.
| Metric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Single core | 2,413 | 2,559 |
| Multicore | 17,418 | 18,123 |
| Estimated price | $265 | $170 |
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| Threads | 16 | 16 |
| Performance cores | Not listed | Not listed |
| Efficient cores | Not listed | Not listed |
| Turbo clock | 4.3 GHz | 4.5 GHz |
| Typical TDP | 105 W | 165 W |
| Socket | AM4 | FCLGA2066 |
| First seen | Q2 2018 | Q4 2018 |
How do the benchmark scores compare?
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X has a PassMark single-core score of 2,413, compared with 2,559 for Intel Core i7-9800X @ 3.80GHz. Intel Core i7-9800X @ 3.80GHz has the higher score in this benchmark.
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X has a PassMark multicore score of 17,418, compared with 18,123 for Intel Core i7-9800X @ 3.80GHz. Intel Core i7-9800X @ 3.80GHz 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 7 2700X lists AM4; Intel Core i7-9800X @ 3.80GHz lists FCLGA2066. 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 7 2700X on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
- Intel Core i7-9800X @ 3.80GHz 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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