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Intel Core i7-12700K vs AMD Ryzen 7 7700

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

ACheck Price on AmazonIntel Core i7-12700KBCheck Price on AmazonAMD Ryzen 7 7700

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APart A

Intel

Core i7-12700K

  • Blender render score 301 samples/min
  • Cores 12
  • Max boost clock 5.0 GHz
VS

BPart B

AMD

Ryzen 7 7700

  • Blender render score 286 samples/min
  • Cores 8
  • Max boost clock 5.3 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 i7-12700K is 5% faster in the Blender benchmark

AIntel Core i7-12700K301

Median of 19 submissions

BAMD Ryzen 7 7700286

Median of 24 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

A51%Fair
B55%Good

Better pick: Ryzen 7 7700 · Max boost clock: 5.3 GHz vs 5.0 GHz

Office Work

A65%Good
B73%Good

Better pick: Ryzen 7 7700 · TDP / base power: 65 W vs 125 W

Daily Use

A59%Good
B65%Good

Better pick: Ryzen 7 7700 · TDP / base power: 65 W vs 125 W

Content Creation

A49%Fair
B44%Fair

Better pick: Core i7-12700K · Threads: 20 vs 16

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 i7-12700K

56/100

BAMD Ryzen 7 7700

59/100

AIntel Core i7-12700K

Advantages

  • Cores 12 vs 8 (50% higher)
  • Threads 20 vs 16 (25% higher)
  • Blender render score 301 samples/min vs 286 samples/min (5% higher)

Disadvantages

  • TDP / base power 125 W vs 65 W (92% higher)
  • L3 cache 25 MB vs 32 MB (22% lower)
  • Max boost clock 5.0 GHz vs 5.3 GHz (6% lower)
  • Base clock 3.6 GHz vs 3.8 GHz (5% lower)

BAMD Ryzen 7 7700

Advantages

  • TDP / base power 65 W vs 125 W (48% lower)
  • L3 cache 32 MB vs 25 MB (28% higher)
  • Base clock 3.8 GHz vs 3.6 GHz (6% higher)
  • Max boost clock 5.3 GHz vs 5.0 GHz (6% higher)

Disadvantages

  • Cores 8 vs 12 (33% lower)
  • Threads 16 vs 20 (20% lower)
  • Blender render score 286 samples/min vs 301 samples/min (5% lower)

03 · Full comparison

Side-by-side specifications

SpecificationAIntel Core i7-12700KBAMD Ryzen 7 7700
Measured performance
Blender render scoreMedian of community-submitted Blender Benchmark results (Blender Open Data). Higher is faster.301 samples/min Better +5%286 samples/min
Benchmark submissionsHow many results the median is based on. Small numbers are less reliable.1924
Cores & clocks
Cores12 Better +50%8
Efficiency (E) cores4—
Threads20 Better +25%16
Base clock3.6 GHz3.8 GHz Better +6%
Max boost clock5.0 GHz5.3 GHz Better +6%
Memory & cache
L3 cache25 MB32 MB Better +28%
Memory supportDDR4 / DDR5DDR5
Power
TDP / base power125 W65 W Better
Features
Integrated graphicsYesYes
Platform
ArchitectureAlder LakeZen 4
SocketLGA1700AM5
Manufacturing processIntel 75 nm
Release year20212023
Launch price$409$329

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Intel Core i7-12700K vs AMD Ryzen 7 7700 at a glance

This page compares the Intel Core i7-12700K and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 using published specifications and real measured benchmark results. In the Blender Benchmark, Intel Core i7-12700K posts a median render score of 301 against 286 for AMD Ryzen 7 7700, making it 5% faster. The medians are based on 19 and 24 community submissions.

Intel Core i7-12700K: 12 cores, 20 threads, 5.0 GHz max boost clock, 125 W tdp / base power, released in 2021, launched at $409. AMD Ryzen 7 7700: 8 cores, 16 threads, 5.3 GHz max boost clock, 65 W tdp / base power, released in 2023, launched at $329.

Our overall scores are 56 for Core i7-12700K and 59 for Ryzen 7 7700 out of 100. By use case, the better pick is, for gaming: Ryzen 7 7700; for office work: Ryzen 7 7700; for daily use: Ryzen 7 7700; for content creation: Core i7-12700K. Blender measures rendering rather than game frame rates, so treat the gaming result as a guide built from render performance and specifications.

Core i7-12700K vs Ryzen 7 7700 FAQ

Which is faster, the Core i7-12700K or the Ryzen 7 7700?

In the Blender Benchmark, Intel Core i7-12700K posts a median render score of 301 against 286 for AMD Ryzen 7 7700, making it 5% faster. The medians are based on 19 and 24 community submissions.

Which uses more power, the Core i7-12700K or the Ryzen 7 7700?

The Intel Core i7-12700K is rated at 125 W and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 at 65 W, so the Ryzen 7 7700 draws 92% less on paper. Rated power is not the same as power drawn in your own workload.

How much did the Core i7-12700K and the Ryzen 7 7700 cost at launch?

The Intel Core i7-12700K launched at $409 and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 at $329. Street prices change often, so check a current price before buying.

Is the Core i7-12700K or the Ryzen 7 7700 better for gaming?

Our gaming score favours the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 (51 vs 55 out of 100). That score blends measured render performance with clock speed, cache and memory, because no game benchmark is included in our data.

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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.