Intel Core i9-12900K vs AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
On the Atlas performance index the Intel Core i9-12900K is about 6% faster. They launched 1 year apart.
Intel Core i9-12900K575
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X540
| Intel Core i9-12900K | AMD Ryzen 9 5900X | |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2021 | 2020 |
| Family | Alder Lake | Zen 3 |
| Cores | 16 | 12 |
| Threads | 24 | 24 |
| Clock | 3200 MHz | 3700 MHz |
| Process | 10 nm | 7 nm |
| Power (TDP) | 125 W | 105 W |
| Launch price | $589 | $549 |
| Performance index | 575 | 540 |
Green marks the better value in each row. Less power, a smaller process and a lower price count as better.
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