AMD Ryzen 9 7900X vs Intel Xeon W 1290E
Verdict
Our overall take, at a glance
Key takeaways
- AMD Ryzen 9 7900X leads Intel Xeon W 1290E overall by 39 points (83 vs 44 out of 100).
- AMD Ryzen 9 7900X stands out on Core Specifications Cores: 12, Core Specifications Threads: 24, Core Specifications Base Frequency: 4.7 GHz.
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X leads overall
$549 at launch
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
83
Intel Xeon W 1290E
44
Why it stands out
- Core Specifications Cores: 12
- Core Specifications Threads: 24
- Core Specifications Base Frequency: 4.7 GHz
In-depth analysisAI
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
AMD Ryzen processors are x86-64 microprocessors based on the Zen microarchitecture. The line includes various product families such as Ryzen 3, Ryzen 5, Ryzen 7, Ryzen 9, and Threadripper (Sources 1). Consumer desktop versions of Ryzen CPUs support Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT) except for some earlier units (Source 1).
Best for General desktop computing
Pros
- Supports Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT) across many models (Source 1)
- Ryzen processors include R3, R5, R7, R9, and Threadripper lines (Source 1)
Intel Xeon W 1290E
The Intel Xeon W series represents a line of microprocessors designed for professional workstations. This processor utilizes the platform technology that was available in 10th generation (Comet Lake-based) processors.
Best for workstation use
Pros
- Utilizes Comet Lake-based platform technology
- Listed within the general taxonomy of Intel Xeon W processors
Value for Money
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
Intel Xeon W 1290E
Performance
Higher benchmark score = faster
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X46,000
Intel Xeon W 1290E18,786
Benchmark score — a measured indicator of raw performance, not a guarantee of real-world speed.
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Detailed Specifications
The full spec sheet, side by side