Ryzen 7 3700X vs Ryzen 9 3900X
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (42 vs 43).
- Cores: Ryzen 9 3900X has 12 vs 8.
- Power (TDP): Ryzen 7 3700X 65 W, Ryzen 9 3900X 105 W; the Ryzen 7 3700X delivers 58% more performance per watt.
- Platform: both use socket AM4.
Specs
| Spec | Ryzen 7 3700X | Ryzen 9 3900X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 42 | 43 |
| Brand / series | AMD Ryzen 3000 | AMD Ryzen 3000 |
| Released | 2019 | 2019 |
| Cores | 8 | 12 |
| Threads | 16 | 24 |
| Base clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 65 W | 105 W |
| Socket | AM4 | AM4 |