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Intel Core i7-10700K vs Intel Core i9-9900K

Benchmark comparison and full specifications, with the measured difference and a clear winner for gaming, office work, daily use and content creation.

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APart A

Intel

Core i7-10700K

  • Blender render score 192 samples/min
  • Cores 8
  • Max boost clock 5.1 GHz
VS

BPart B

Intel

Core i9-9900K

  • Blender render score 183 samples/min
  • Cores 8
  • Max boost clock 5.0 GHz
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01 · Performance profile

How they score

Scores out of 100 for each way you might use a processor. The chart shows where both parts rank among all 667 CPUs in our database.

Measured performance

Intel Core i7-10700K is 5% faster in the Blender benchmark

AIntel Core i7-10700K192

Median of 3 submissions

BIntel Core i9-9900K183

Median of 12 submissions

Blender Benchmark render score (samples per minute, higher is faster), the median of community-submitted results from Blender Open Data.

A
B
Lowest: 2Average: 22Highest: 79

Gaming

A46%Fair
B44%Fair

Too close to call

Office Work

A62%Good
B65%Good

Too close to call

Daily Use

A55%Good
B57%Good

Too close to call

Content Creation

A38%Fair
B38%Fair

Too close to call

02 · Verdict

Too close to call

Both parts score within a few points. Choose on price, availability and the use case that matters most to you.

AIntel Core i7-10700K

50/100

BIntel Core i9-9900K

51/100

AIntel Core i7-10700K

Advantages

  • Base clock 3.8 GHz vs 3.6 GHz (6% higher)
  • Blender render score 192 samples/min vs 183 samples/min (5% higher)
  • Max boost clock 5.1 GHz vs 5.0 GHz (2% higher)

Disadvantages

  • TDP / base power 125 W vs 95 W (32% higher)

BIntel Core i9-9900K

Advantages

  • TDP / base power 95 W vs 125 W (24% lower)

Disadvantages

  • Blender render score 183 samples/min vs 192 samples/min (5% lower)
  • Base clock 3.6 GHz vs 3.8 GHz (5% lower)
  • Max boost clock 5.0 GHz vs 5.1 GHz (2% lower)

03 · Full comparison

Side-by-side specifications

SpecificationAIntel Core i7-10700KBIntel Core i9-9900K
Measured performance
Blender render scoreMedian of community-submitted Blender Benchmark results (Blender Open Data). Higher is faster.192 samples/min Better +5%183 samples/min
Benchmark submissionsHow many results the median is based on. Small numbers are less reliable.312
Cores & clocks
Cores88
Efficiency (E) cores——
Threads1616
Base clock3.8 GHz Better +6%3.6 GHz
Max boost clock5.1 GHz Better +2%5.0 GHz
Memory & cache
L3 cache16 MB16 MB
Memory supportDDR4DDR4
Power
TDP / base power125 W95 W Better
Features
Integrated graphicsYesYes
Platform
ArchitectureComet LakeCoffee Lake Refresh
SocketLGA1200LGA1151
Manufacturing process14 nm14 nm
Release year20202018
Launch price$374$488

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Intel Core i7-10700K vs Intel Core i9-9900K at a glance

This page compares the Intel Core i7-10700K and the Intel Core i9-9900K using published specifications and real measured benchmark results. In the Blender Benchmark, Intel Core i7-10700K posts a median render score of 192 against 183 for Intel Core i9-9900K, making it 5% faster. The medians are based on 3 and 12 community submissions.

Intel Core i7-10700K: 8 cores, 16 threads, 5.1 GHz max boost clock, 125 W tdp / base power, released in 2020, launched at $374. Intel Core i9-9900K: 8 cores, 16 threads, 5.0 GHz max boost clock, 95 W tdp / base power, released in 2018, launched at $488.

Core i7-10700K vs Core i9-9900K FAQ

Which is faster, the Core i7-10700K or the Core i9-9900K?

In the Blender Benchmark, Intel Core i7-10700K posts a median render score of 192 against 183 for Intel Core i9-9900K, making it 5% faster. The medians are based on 3 and 12 community submissions.

Which uses more power, the Core i7-10700K or the Core i9-9900K?

The Intel Core i7-10700K is rated at 125 W and the Intel Core i9-9900K at 95 W, so the Core i9-9900K draws 32% less on paper. Rated power is not the same as power drawn in your own workload.

How much did the Core i7-10700K and the Core i9-9900K cost at launch?

The Intel Core i7-10700K launched at $374 and the Intel Core i9-9900K at $488. Street prices change often, so check a current price before buying.

Is the Core i7-10700K or the Core i9-9900K better for gaming?

Our gaming scores for the two are within a few points of each other (46 and 44 out of 100). Blender is a rendering benchmark, so also look at independent game benchmarks.

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About this data

Benchmark numbers come from Blender Open Data, a public collection of results submitted by real users, shown as medians with the submission count. Specifications and launch prices are compiled from manufacturer information and may contain mistakes. See how it all works on thePC Parts Comparison page, or report an error through our contact page. This page contains affiliate links: if you buy through them we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.