AMD Ryzen 9 7950X vs Intel Core i7-8750H Processor

The Intel Core i7-8750H Processor is the faster processor, scoring 95/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 92/100 for the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X — roughly 3% faster. That said, the gap is small, so the cheaper option is often the smarter buy.

AMD

AMD Ryzen 9 7950X

92
Gaming score / 100
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Winner

Intel Core i7-8750H Processor

95
Gaming score / 100
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Specs compared

SpecAMD Ryzen 9 7950XIntel Core i7-8750H Processor
Gaming score92/10095/100
Cores / Threads16 / 326 / 12
Boost clock5.70 GHz4.10 GHz
TDP170 W45 W
SocketAM5-
MSRP$549.00-

AMD Ryzen 9 7950X vs Intel Core i7-8750H Processor: which should you buy?

The Intel Core i7-8750H Processor is the faster processor, scoring 95/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 92/100 for the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X — 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 9 7950X better than the Intel Core i7-8750H Processor?
The Intel Core i7-8750H Processor is faster for gaming, scoring 95/100 versus 92/100 for the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X (about 3% faster).

Should I buy the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X or the Intel Core i7-8750H Processor?
For raw gaming performance, choose the Intel Core i7-8750H Processor. If it costs notably more for only a small gain, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X can be the better value. Check current prices before deciding.

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