The details make the difference
AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT vs Intel Core i9-9960X @ 3.10GHz
Comparing 2 of up to 6 processors side by side.
| Metric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Single core | 3,533 | 2,588 |
| Multicore | 28,023 | 29,532 |
| Estimated price | $238 | $281.29 |
| Cores | 8 | 16 |
| Threads | 16 | 32 |
| Performance cores | Not listed | Not listed |
| Efficient cores | Not listed | Not listed |
| Turbo clock | 4.8 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Typical TDP | 105 W | 165 W |
| Socket | AM4 | FCLGA2066 |
| First seen | Q4 2024 | Q1 2019 |
How do the benchmark scores compare?
AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT has a PassMark single-core score of 3,533, compared with 2,588 for Intel Core i9-9960X @ 3.10GHz. AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT has the higher score in this benchmark.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT has a PassMark multicore score of 28,023, compared with 29,532 for Intel Core i9-9960X @ 3.10GHz. Intel Core i9-9960X @ 3.10GHz 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 5800XT lists AM4; Intel Core i9-9960X @ 3.10GHz 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 5800XT on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
- Intel Core i9-9960X @ 3.10GHz 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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