Core i5-14600K vs Ryzen 9 7950X
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (73 vs 72).
- Cores: Ryzen 9 7950X has 16 vs 14.
- Power (TDP): Core i5-14600K 125 W, Ryzen 9 7950X 170 W; the Core i5-14600K delivers 38% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i5-14600K is 1 year newer (2023 vs 2022).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1700 vs AM5), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i5-14600K | Ryzen 9 7950X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 73 | 72 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 14th Gen | AMD Ryzen 7000 |
| Released | 2023 | 2022 |
| Cores | 14 | 16 |
| Threads | 20 | 32 |
| Base clock | 3.5 GHz | 4.5 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5.3 GHz | 5.7 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 125 W | 170 W |
| Socket | LGA1700 | AM5 |