Core i7-7700 vs Ryzen 5 1600X
The Core i7-7700 is about 6% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Core i7-7700 is 6% faster (33 vs 31).
- Cores: Ryzen 5 1600X has 6 vs 4.
- Power (TDP): Core i7-7700 65 W, Ryzen 5 1600X 95 W; the Core i7-7700 delivers 56% more performance per watt.
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1151 vs AM4), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i7-7700 | Ryzen 5 1600X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 33 | 31 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 7th Gen | AMD Ryzen 1000 |
| Released | 2017 | 2017 |
| Cores | 4 | 6 |
| Threads | 8 | 12 |
| Base clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.2 GHz | 4 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 65 W | 95 W |
| Socket | LGA1151 | AM4 |