Core i7-14700K vs Ryzen 9 7950X3D
The Ryzen 9 7950X3D is about 4% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Ryzen 9 7950X3D is 4% faster (82 vs 79).
- Cores: Core i7-14700K has 20 vs 16.
- Power (TDP): Core i7-14700K 125 W, Ryzen 9 7950X3D 120 W; the Ryzen 9 7950X3D delivers 8% more performance per watt.
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1700 vs AM5), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i7-14700K | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 79 | 82 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 14th Gen | AMD Ryzen 7000 |
| Released | 2023 | 2023 |
| Cores | 20 | 16 |
| Threads | 28 | 32 |
| Base clock | 3.4 GHz | 4.2 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5.6 GHz | 5.7 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 125 W | 120 W |
| Socket | LGA1700 | AM5 |