AMD Ryzen 7 7700 vs Intel Core i5-4690K Processor

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 is the faster processor, scoring 68/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 67/100 for the Intel Core i5-4690K Processor — roughly 1% faster. That said, the gap is small, so the cheaper option is often the smarter buy.

Winner

AMD Ryzen 7 7700

68
Gaming score / 100
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Intel

Intel Core i5-4690K Processor

67
Gaming score / 100
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Specs compared

SpecAMD Ryzen 7 7700Intel Core i5-4690K Processor
Gaming score68/10067/100
Cores / Threads8 / 164 / 4
Boost clock5.30 GHz3.90 GHz
TDP65 W88 W
SocketAM5-
MSRP$269.00-

AMD Ryzen 7 7700 vs Intel Core i5-4690K Processor: which should you buy?

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 is the faster processor, scoring 68/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 67/100 for the Intel Core i5-4690K Processor — roughly 1% 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 7700 better than the Intel Core i5-4690K Processor?
The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 is faster for gaming, scoring 68/100 versus 67/100 for the Intel Core i5-4690K Processor (about 1% faster).

Should I buy the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 or the Intel Core i5-4690K Processor?
For raw gaming performance, choose the AMD Ryzen 7 7700. If it costs notably more for only a small gain, the Intel Core i5-4690K Processor can be the better value. Check current prices before deciding.

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