The details make the difference
AMD Ryzen 9 3900XT vs Intel Core i9-10980XE @ 3.00GHz
Comparing 2 of up to 6 processors side by side.
| Metric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Single core | 2,742 | 2,658 |
| Multicore | 32,457 | 31,931 |
| Estimated price | $389.99 | $739.99 |
| Cores | 12 | 18 |
| Threads | 24 | 36 |
| Performance cores | Not listed | Not listed |
| Efficient cores | Not listed | Not listed |
| Turbo clock | 4.7 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
| Typical TDP | 105 W | 165 W |
| Socket | AM4 | FCLGA2066 |
| First seen | Q3 2020 | Q4 2019 |
How do the benchmark scores compare?
AMD Ryzen 9 3900XT has a PassMark single-core score of 2,742, compared with 2,658 for Intel Core i9-10980XE @ 3.00GHz. AMD Ryzen 9 3900XT has the higher score in this benchmark.
AMD Ryzen 9 3900XT has a PassMark multicore score of 32,457, compared with 31,931 for Intel Core i9-10980XE @ 3.00GHz. AMD Ryzen 9 3900XT 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 9 3900XT lists AM4; Intel Core i9-10980XE @ 3.00GHz 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 9 3900XT on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
- Intel Core i9-10980XE @ 3.00GHz 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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