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Intel Core i7-12700K vs AMD Ryzen 7 7700X

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 7700X

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APart A

Intel

Core i7-12700K

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

AMD

Ryzen 7 7700X

  • Blender render score 310 samples/min
  • Cores 8
  • Max boost clock 5.4 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

AMD Ryzen 7 7700X is 3% faster in the Blender benchmark

AIntel Core i7-12700K301

Median of 19 submissions

BAMD Ryzen 7 7700X310

Median of 41 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
B57%Good

Better pick: Ryzen 7 7700X · Max boost clock: 5.4 GHz vs 5.0 GHz

Office Work

A65%Good
B69%Good

Better pick: Ryzen 7 7700X · Max boost clock: 5.4 GHz vs 5.0 GHz

Daily Use

A59%Good
B62%Good

Too close to call

Content Creation

A49%Fair
B45%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 7700X

58/100

AIntel Core i7-12700K

Advantages

  • Cores 12 vs 8 (50% higher)
  • Threads 20 vs 16 (25% higher)

Disadvantages

  • L3 cache 25 MB vs 32 MB (22% lower)
  • Base clock 3.6 GHz vs 4.5 GHz (20% lower)
  • TDP / base power 125 W vs 105 W (19% higher)
  • Max boost clock 5.0 GHz vs 5.4 GHz (7% lower)
  • Blender render score 301 samples/min vs 310 samples/min (3% lower)

BAMD Ryzen 7 7700X

Advantages

  • L3 cache 32 MB vs 25 MB (28% higher)
  • Base clock 4.5 GHz vs 3.6 GHz (25% higher)
  • TDP / base power 105 W vs 125 W (16% lower)
  • Max boost clock 5.4 GHz vs 5.0 GHz (8% higher)
  • Blender render score 310 samples/min vs 301 samples/min (3% higher)

Disadvantages

  • Cores 8 vs 12 (33% lower)
  • Threads 16 vs 20 (20% lower)

03 · Full comparison

Side-by-side specifications

SpecificationAIntel Core i7-12700KBAMD Ryzen 7 7700X
Measured performance
Blender render scoreMedian of community-submitted Blender Benchmark results (Blender Open Data). Higher is faster.301 samples/min310 samples/min Better +3%
Benchmark submissionsHow many results the median is based on. Small numbers are less reliable.1941
Cores & clocks
Cores12 Better +50%8
Efficiency (E) cores4—
Threads20 Better +25%16
Base clock3.6 GHz4.5 GHz Better +25%
Max boost clock5.0 GHz5.4 GHz Better +8%
Memory & cache
L3 cache25 MB32 MB Better +28%
Memory supportDDR4 / DDR5DDR5
Power
TDP / base power125 W105 W Better
Features
Integrated graphicsYesYes
Platform
ArchitectureAlder LakeZen 4
SocketLGA1700AM5
Manufacturing processIntel 75 nm
Release year20212022
Launch price$409$399

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

This page compares the Intel Core i7-12700K and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X using published specifications and real measured benchmark results. In the Blender Benchmark, AMD Ryzen 7 7700X posts a median render score of 310 against 301 for Intel Core i7-12700K, making it 3% faster. The medians are based on 41 and 19 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 7700X: 8 cores, 16 threads, 5.4 GHz max boost clock, 105 W tdp / base power, released in 2022, launched at $399.

Our overall scores are 56 for Core i7-12700K and 58 for Ryzen 7 7700X out of 100. By use case, the better pick is, for gaming: Ryzen 7 7700X; for office work: Ryzen 7 7700X; for daily use: too close to call; 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 7700X FAQ

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

In the Blender Benchmark, AMD Ryzen 7 7700X posts a median render score of 310 against 301 for Intel Core i7-12700K, making it 3% faster. The medians are based on 41 and 19 community submissions.

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

The Intel Core i7-12700K is rated at 125 W and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X at 105 W, so the Ryzen 7 7700X draws 19% 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 7700X cost at launch?

The Intel Core i7-12700K launched at $409 and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X at $399. Street prices change often, so check a current price before buying.

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

Our gaming score favours the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X (51 vs 57 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.