AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D vs Intel Core i7 13700
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D 16-core AM5
Intel Core i7 13700 16-core LGA1700
What Buyers Say
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D 16-core AM5
The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D is overwhelmingly praised as a top-tier gaming and productivity CPU. Users highlight its massive performance upgrade over older systems, smooth 4K gaming, and excellent multitasking capabilities. While some note that the 7800X3D may be slightly better for pure gaming, the 7950X3D's extra cores make it a versatile choice. A few concerns were raised about the lack of a stock cooler and the need for a high-end cooling solution.
Pros
- Blazing fast performance
- Excellent for gaming and productivity
- Smooth 4K gaming
- Great multitasking capabilities
- Easy installation
Cons
- No cooler included
- Requires high-end cooling solution
- Needs AM5 motherboard and DDR5 RAM
- 7800X3D may be better for pure gaming
Intel Core i7 13700 16-core LGA1700
The Intel Core i7-13700 receives strong praise for its blazing fast performance, excellent multi-tasking, and value compared to the K version. Users highlight its 12 cores, 5.1 GHz clock speed, and low 65W TDP, though some report reliability issues after a year or slight lag. Overall, it is seen as a great choice for gaming and productivity, especially for those who don't need overclocking.
Pros
- Blazing fast performance
- Excellent multi-tasking
- Good value vs K version
- Low 65W TDP
- 12 cores for the price
Cons
- Not overclockable
- Some reliability issues after a year
- Can run hot without good cooling
- Occasional lag reported
Scores
Specifications
| AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D | Intel Core i7 13700 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | AMD | Intel |
| Series | Ryzen 9 | Core i7 |
| Model | 7950X3D | 13700 |
| Codename | Zen 4 | Raptor Lake |
| Class | desktop | desktop |
| Process | 5★ | 10 |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | 16 | 16 |
| P-cores | 16★ | 8 |
| E-cores | — | 8★ |
| Threads | 32★ | 24 |
| Base Clock | ||
| Boost Clock | ||
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | 16 | 24★ |
| L3 Cache | ||
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | ||
| PassMark Single | ||
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR5, DDR4 |
| Max Speed | ||
| Channels | 2 | 2 |
| Max Memory | No data | |
| ECC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | AM5 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe | 5.0 | 4.0 |
| PCIe Lanes | 24★ | 20 |
| TDP | 120 | 65★ |
| Max Turbo Power | — | 219★ |
| Unlocked | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Graphics & AI | ||
| Integrated Graphics | AMD Radeon Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
Pros & Cons
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D 16-core AM5
- Strong feature (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong efficiency (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong ai (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong multi thread (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average affordability (15th percentile)15th %ile
Intel Core i7 13700 16-core LGA1700
- Strong efficiency (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong single thread (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong platform (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong multi thread (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average affordability (17th percentile)17th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 10 of 28 specs.