AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D vs Intel Core i7-12700

The Intel Core i7-12700 is the faster processor, scoring 64/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 62/100 for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D — roughly 3% faster. That said, the gap is small, so the cheaper option is often the smarter buy.

AMD

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D

62
Gaming score / 100
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Winner

Intel Core i7-12700

64
Gaming score / 100
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Specs compared

SpecAMD Ryzen 7 5700X3DIntel Core i7-12700
Gaming score62/10064/100
Cores / Threads8 / 1612 / 20
Boost clock4.10 GHz4.90 GHz
TDP105 W65 W
SocketAM4LGA1700
MSRP$229.00$269.00

AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D vs Intel Core i7-12700: which should you buy?

The Intel Core i7-12700 is the faster processor, scoring 64/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 62/100 for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D — roughly 3% faster. That said, the gap is small, so the cheaper option is often the smarter buy. For your specific games and resolution, run both through our comparison tool, check pairing with the bottleneck calculator, or see where each lands on the tier list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D better than the Intel Core i7-12700?
The Intel Core i7-12700 is faster for gaming, scoring 64/100 versus 62/100 for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D (about 3% faster).

Should I buy the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D or the Intel Core i7-12700?
For raw gaming performance, choose the Intel Core i7-12700. If it costs notably more for only a small gain, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D can be the better value. Check current prices before deciding.

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