Core i9-11900K vs Ryzen 9 5900X
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (55 vs 55).
- Cores: Ryzen 9 5900X has 12 vs 8.
- Power (TDP): Core i9-11900K 125 W, Ryzen 9 5900X 105 W; the Ryzen 9 5900X delivers 19% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i9-11900K is 1 year newer (2021 vs 2020).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1200 vs AM4), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i9-11900K | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 55 | 55 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 11th Gen | AMD Ryzen 5000 |
| Released | 2021 | 2020 |
| Cores | 8 | 12 |
| Threads | 16 | 24 |
| Base clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.7 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5.3 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 125 W | 105 W |
| Socket | LGA1200 | AM4 |