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Intel Core i9-9900K vs AMD Ryzen 5 8600G

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 i9-9900K

  • Blender render score 183 samples/min
  • Cores 8
  • Max boost clock 5.0 GHz
VS

BPart B

AMD

Ryzen 5 8600G

  • Blender render score 187 samples/min
  • Cores 6
  • 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

AMD Ryzen 5 8600G is 2% faster in the Blender benchmark

AIntel Core i9-9900K183

Median of 12 submissions

BAMD Ryzen 5 8600G187

Median of 5 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

A44%Fair
B42%Fair

Too close to call

Office Work

A65%Good
B67%Good

Too close to call

Daily Use

A57%Good
B59%Good

Too close to call

Content Creation

A38%Fair
B35%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 i9-9900K

51/100

BAMD Ryzen 5 8600G

51/100

AIntel Core i9-9900K

Advantages

  • Cores 8 vs 6 (33% higher)
  • Threads 16 vs 12 (33% higher)

Disadvantages

  • TDP / base power 95 W vs 65 W (46% higher)
  • Base clock 3.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz (16% lower)
  • Blender render score 183 samples/min vs 187 samples/min (2% lower)

BAMD Ryzen 5 8600G

Advantages

  • TDP / base power 65 W vs 95 W (32% lower)
  • Base clock 4.3 GHz vs 3.6 GHz (19% higher)
  • Blender render score 187 samples/min vs 183 samples/min (2% higher)

Disadvantages

  • Cores 6 vs 8 (25% lower)
  • Threads 12 vs 16 (25% lower)

03 · Full comparison

Side-by-side specifications

SpecificationAIntel Core i9-9900KBAMD Ryzen 5 8600G
Measured performance
Blender render scoreMedian of community-submitted Blender Benchmark results (Blender Open Data). Higher is faster.183 samples/min187 samples/min Better +2%
Benchmark submissionsHow many results the median is based on. Small numbers are less reliable.125
Cores & clocks
Cores8 Better +33%6
Efficiency (E) cores——
Threads16 Better +33%12
Base clock3.6 GHz4.3 GHz Better +19%
Max boost clock5.0 GHz5.0 GHz
Memory & cache
L3 cache16 MB16 MB
Memory supportDDR4DDR5
Power
TDP / base power95 W65 W Better
Features
Integrated graphicsYesYes
Platform
ArchitectureCoffee Lake RefreshZen 4
SocketLGA1151AM5
Manufacturing process14 nm4 nm
Release year20182024
Launch price$488$229

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Intel Core i9-9900K vs AMD Ryzen 5 8600G at a glance

This page compares the Intel Core i9-9900K and the AMD Ryzen 5 8600G using published specifications and real measured benchmark results. In the Blender Benchmark, AMD Ryzen 5 8600G posts a median render score of 187 against 183 for Intel Core i9-9900K, making it 2% faster. The medians are based on 5 and 12 community submissions.

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. AMD Ryzen 5 8600G: 6 cores, 12 threads, 5.0 GHz max boost clock, 65 W tdp / base power, released in 2024, launched at $229.

Core i9-9900K vs Ryzen 5 8600G FAQ

Which is faster, the Core i9-9900K or the Ryzen 5 8600G?

In the Blender Benchmark, AMD Ryzen 5 8600G posts a median render score of 187 against 183 for Intel Core i9-9900K, making it 2% faster. The medians are based on 5 and 12 community submissions.

Which uses more power, the Core i9-9900K or the Ryzen 5 8600G?

The Intel Core i9-9900K is rated at 95 W and the AMD Ryzen 5 8600G at 65 W, so the Ryzen 5 8600G draws 46% less on paper. Rated power is not the same as power drawn in your own workload.

How much did the Core i9-9900K and the Ryzen 5 8600G cost at launch?

The Intel Core i9-9900K launched at $488 and the AMD Ryzen 5 8600G at $229. Street prices change often, so check a current price before buying.

Is the Core i9-9900K or the Ryzen 5 8600G better for gaming?

Our gaming scores for the two are within a few points of each other (44 and 42 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.