AMD Ryzen 9 5900X VS Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
amd
Brand12/24
Cores/Threads3.7GHz
Base Clock105W
TDPAMD Ryzen 9 5900X
intel
Brand24/24
Cores/Threads3.7GHz
Base Clock125W
TDPIntel Core Ultra 9 285K
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
$499.99 • Nov 2020
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
$589 • Oct 2024
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
Specs Comparison
| Specification | AMD Ryzen 9 5900X | Intel Core Ultra 9 285K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 12 | 24 |
| Threads | 24 | 24 |
| Hybrid Cores | N/A | P-Cores: 8, E-Cores: 16 |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz | 3.7 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz | 5.7 GHz |
| Multiplier Unlocked | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Multiplier | 37 X | 37 X |
| TDP | 105 W | 125 W |
| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR5 |
| Cache L1 | 64 KB | 192 KB |
| Cache L2 | 0.50 MB | 3.00 MB |
| Cache L3 | 64.00 MB | 36.00 MB |
| Integrated GPU | N/A | Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU |
| Architecture | Ryzen 9 (Zen 3 (Vermeer)) | Ultra 9 (Arrow Lake) |
| Process Size | 7nm | 3nm |
| Socket | amd socket am4 | intel socket 1851 |
| Foundry | TSMC | TSMC |
| Die Size | 2 mm² | 243 mm² |
| PCI Express | Gen 4 | Gen 5, 20 Lanes(CPU only) |
| Transistors | 8300 million | 17800 million |
| Max Temperature | N/A | 105°C |
Comparison in Tools
Cinebench R23
Industry-leading 3D rendering benchmark that measures real-world CPU processing power and performance
Single Core Performance
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
Multi Core Performance
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
Geekbench 5
Popular cross-platform CPU benchmark measuring single and multi-core performance in real-world tasks
Single Core Performance
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
Multi Core Performance
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark is a popular synthetic benchmark that scores overall CPU performance (higher is better).
Overall CPU Score
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
Blender Benchmark
Measures CPU rendering speed in Blender, reported in frames per second (FPS). Higher FPS means faster completion of 3D rendering tasks.
Blender FPS
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
Comparison in Games (10 benchmarks)
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The Elder Scrolls IV Oblivion Remastered
The Last of Us Part II Remastered
Marvel's Spider-Man 2
Sniper Elite Resistance
FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH
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It's a Tie!
Based on 10 benchmarks across 9 games
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
AMD • 12/24 • 3.7GHz
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
INTEL • 24/24 • 3.7GHz
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