AMD Ryzen 9 5900X vs Intel Xeon D 1736NT
Verdict
Our overall take, at a glance
Key takeaways
- AMD Ryzen 9 5900X leads Intel Xeon D 1736NT 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.
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X leads overall
$549 at launch
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
73
Intel Xeon D 1736NT
33
Why it stands out
- Core Specifications Cores: 12
- Core Specifications Threads: 24
- Core Specifications Base Frequency: 3.7 GHz
In-depth analysisAI
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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 Xeon D 1736NT
This is a general list of Intel Xeon microprocessors categorized by their generation and architecture. It provides context for understanding the evolution of various server and workstation CPUs.
Pros
- The content is organized to show processor lineage across several architectural generations (e.g., Sandy Bridge-based, Haswell-based).
Cons
- Specific model details are not provided for any single processor using this table summary.
Value for Money
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AMD Ryzen 9 5900X
Intel Xeon D 1736NT
Performance
Higher benchmark score = faster
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X32,000
Intel Xeon D 1736NT17,826
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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