Core i7-11700K vs Ryzen 7 5700X
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (53 vs 53).
- Cores: both have 8.
- Power (TDP): Core i7-11700K 125 W, Ryzen 7 5700X 65 W; the Ryzen 7 5700X delivers 92% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Ryzen 7 5700X is 1 year newer (2022 vs 2021).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1200 vs AM4), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i7-11700K | Ryzen 7 5700X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 53 | 53 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 11th Gen | AMD Ryzen 5000 |
| Released | 2021 | 2022 |
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| Threads | 16 | 16 |
| Base clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 125 W | 65 W |
| Socket | LGA1200 | AM4 |