Core i7-9700K vs Ryzen 7 5700G
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (45 vs 44).
- Cores: both have 8.
- Power (TDP): Core i7-9700K 95 W, Ryzen 7 5700G 65 W; the Ryzen 7 5700G delivers 43% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Ryzen 7 5700G is 3 years newer (2021 vs 2018).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1151 vs AM4), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i7-9700K | Ryzen 7 5700G |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 45 | 44 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 9th Gen | AMD Ryzen 5000 |
| Released | 2018 | 2021 |
| Cores | 8 | 8 |
| Threads | 8 | 16 |
| Base clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.9 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 95 W | 65 W |
| Socket | LGA1151 | AM4 |