The details make the difference
Intel Core i9-12900HX vs Intel Core i9-12950HX
Comparing 2 of up to 6 processors side by side.
| Metric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Single core | 3,732 | 3,752 |
| Multicore | 32,727 | 31,028 |
| Estimated price | $606 | $590 |
| Cores | 16 | 16 |
| Threads | 24 | 24 |
| Performance cores | 8 | 8 |
| Efficient cores | 8 | 8 |
| Turbo clock | 5 GHz | 5 GHz |
| Typical TDP | 55 W | 55 W |
| Socket | FCBGA1964 | FCBGA1964 |
| First seen | Q2 2022 | Q2 2022 |
How do the benchmark scores compare?
Intel Core i9-12900HX has a PassMark single-core score of 3,732, compared with 3,752 for Intel Core i9-12950HX. Intel Core i9-12950HX has the higher score in this benchmark.
Intel Core i9-12900HX has a PassMark multicore score of 32,727, compared with 31,028 for Intel Core i9-12950HX. Intel Core i9-12900HX 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.
Intel Core i9-12900HX lists FCBGA1964; Intel Core i9-12950HX lists FCBGA1964. 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
- Intel Core i9-12900HX on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
- Intel Core i9-12950HX 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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