AMD Ryzen 9 5900X vs Intel Core i5 11600
Verdict
Our overall take, at a glance
Key takeaways
- AMD Ryzen 9 5900X leads Intel Core i5 11600 overall by 40 points (73 vs 33 out of 100).
- AMD Ryzen 9 5900X stands out on Core Specifications Cores: 12, Core Specifications Threads: 24, Core Specifications Base Frequency: 3.7 GHz.
- Best value: Intel Core i5 11600 (from $213) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X leads overall
$549 at launch
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
73
Intel Core i5 11600
33
Best value: Intel Core i5 11600 ($213)
Why it stands out
- Core Specifications Cores: 12
- Core Specifications Threads: 24
- Core Specifications Base Frequency: 3.7 GHz
In-depth analysisAI
AI-generated from the cited sources — may be incomplete or inaccurate; verify important details before deciding · generated Jun 2026.
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
The AMD Ryzen processors are a line of x86-64 microprocessors manufactured by AMD. They include several product lines such as Ryzen 3, Ryzen 5, Ryzen 7, and Ryzen 9. All consumer desktop Ryzens support Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT) technology.
Best for Desktop computing
Pros
- Supports Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT)
Intel Core i5 11600
The Intel Core i5 is part of Intel's line of multi-core central processing units marketed for various computing markets, including midrange, embedded, workstation, and gaming computers. The processor belongs to the 11th generation series, which uses the Tiger Lake microarchitecture. Historically, the Core i series has progressed through multiple generations, starting as a mobile-only series in 2006.
Best for midrange computing
Pros
- Uses the Tiger Lake microarchitecture
- Offers processor models for desktop/tablet use (Tiger Lake-B)
Value for Money
Which is the better deal for the price
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AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
Intel Core i5 11600
Performance
Higher benchmark score = faster
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X32,000
Intel Core i5 1160017,754
Benchmark score — a measured indicator of raw performance, not a guarantee of real-world speed.
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Detailed Specifications
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