AMD Ryzen 9 9900X vs Intel Core i7-1195G7 Processor

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X is the faster processor, scoring 88/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 86/100 for the Intel Core i7-1195G7 Processor — roughly 2% faster. That said, the gap is small, so the cheaper option is often the smarter buy.

Winner

AMD Ryzen 9 9900X

88
Gaming score / 100
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Intel

Intel Core i7-1195G7 Processor

86
Gaming score / 100
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Specs compared

SpecAMD Ryzen 9 9900XIntel Core i7-1195G7 Processor
Gaming score88/10086/100
Cores / Threads12 / 244 / 8
Boost clock5.60 GHz5.00 GHz
TDP120 W-
SocketAM5-
MSRP$499.00-

AMD Ryzen 9 9900X vs Intel Core i7-1195G7 Processor: which should you buy?

The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X is the faster processor, scoring 88/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 86/100 for the Intel Core i7-1195G7 Processor — roughly 2% 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 9900X better than the Intel Core i7-1195G7 Processor?
The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X is faster for gaming, scoring 88/100 versus 86/100 for the Intel Core i7-1195G7 Processor (about 2% faster).

Should I buy the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X or the Intel Core i7-1195G7 Processor?
For raw gaming performance, choose the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X. If it costs notably more for only a small gain, the Intel Core i7-1195G7 Processor can be the better value. Check current prices before deciding.

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