AMD
AMD Ryzen 5 9600X
6-core, 12-thread processor based on Zen 5, ideal for high-performance gaming and productivity
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Compare the CPUs in our catalog: AMD Ryzen 5, 7 and 9 and Intel Core i5, i7 and Core Ultra processors, with cores, socket and up-to-date prices, all linked straight to Amazon.
Intel
Intel Core i5-12600
12th-gen Intel processor with 6 cores and 12 threads, ideal for gaming and everyday productivity
AMD
AMD Ryzen 5 5500
6-core, 12-thread processor for gaming and productivity with an excellent performance-to-price ratio
AMD
AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT
8-core, 16-thread processor based on Zen 3, ideal for advanced gaming and demanding multitasking
AMD
AMD Ryzen 5 7600X
6-core, 12-thread processor based on Zen 4, ideal for high-performance gaming and modern productivity
AMD
AMD Ryzen 7 7700X
8-core, 16-thread processor based on Zen 4, designed for high-performance gaming and advanced multitasking
AMD
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X
8-core, 16-thread processor based on Zen 3, ideal for advanced gaming and demanding productivity
AMD
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
Zen 5 processor with 8 cores and 3D V-Cache technology, built to deliver top gaming frame rates on the AM5 socket.
AMD
AMD Ryzen 7 9700X
Ryzen 7 with 8 cores and 16 threads on Zen 5 and just 65 W TDP. A great balance between gaming and productivity.
AMD
AMD Ryzen 9 9900X
Ryzen 9 with 12 cores and 24 threads for people who game and also edit video, stream or compile code.
AMD
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
8-core processor with 3D V-Cache for AM5. A gaming reference thanks to its large L3 cache.
AMD
AMD Ryzen 7 5700X
Ryzen 7 with 8 cores and 16 threads for the AM4 socket. An affordable upgrade with great performance if you already own an AM4 board.
AMD
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
Ryzen 5 with 6 cores and 12 threads for AM4. A classic, efficient option for 1080p and 1440p gaming.
AMD
AMD Ryzen 5 5600
Ryzen 5 with 6 cores and 12 threads and a Wraith Stealth cooler included, ideal for a first AM4 gaming PC.
AMD
AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT
Ryzen 9 with 16 cores and 32 threads for AM4, aimed at heavy multitasking, editing and content creation.
Intel
Intel Core i5-12400
12th-gen Intel processor with 6 performance cores and integrated graphics, a solid base for 1080p gaming.
Intel
Intel Core i5-14400
14th-gen Core i5 with 10 cores (6P + 4E) and 16 threads. Strong gaming and multitasking performance for LGA1700.
Intel
Intel Core i5-14600K
Unlocked Core i5 with 14 cores (6P + 8E) and 20 threads, built for demanding gaming and overclocking on LGA1700.
Intel
Intel Core Ultra 7 265
Core Ultra 7 with 20 cores (8P + 12E) for the LGA1851 socket, focused on efficiency and multitasking performance.
Intel
Intel Core i7-12700KF
Unlocked Core i7 with 12 cores (8P + 4E) and 20 threads, without integrated graphics. Powerful and affordable for LGA1700.
Intel
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor from Intel with 24 cores and 24 threads, up to 5.7 GHz turbo. Performance for gaming and multitasking.
Intel
Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF
Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF processor from Intel with 14 cores and 14 threads, up to 5.2 GHz turbo. Performance for gaming and multitasking.
Intel
Intel Core Ultra 5 225
Intel Core Ultra 5 225 processor from Intel with 10 cores and 10 threads, up to 4.9 GHz turbo. Performance for gaming and multitasking.
Intel
Intel Core Ultra 5 235
Intel Core Ultra 5 235 processor from Intel with 14 cores and 14 threads, up to 5.0 GHz turbo. Performance for gaming and multitasking.
Intel
Intel Core i5-14600KF
Intel Core i5-14600KF processor from Intel with 14 cores and 20 threads, up to 5.3 GHz turbo. Performance for gaming and multitasking.
Intel
Intel Core i9-12900KF
Intel Core i9-12900KF processor from Intel with 16 cores and 24 threads, up to 5.2 GHz turbo. Performance for gaming and multitasking.
Intel
Intel Core i7-14700
Intel Core i7-14700 processor from Intel with 20 cores and 28 threads, up to 5.4 GHz turbo. Performance for gaming and multitasking.
Intel
Intel Core i5-14500
Intel Core i5-14500 processor from Intel with 14 cores and 20 threads, up to 5.0 GHz turbo. Performance for gaming and multitasking.
Intel
Intel Core i9-14900
Intel Core i9-14900 processor from Intel with 24 cores and 32 threads, up to 5.8 GHz turbo. Performance for gaming and multitasking.
AMD
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X processor from AMD with 16 cores and 32 threads, up to 5.7 GHz turbo. Performance for gaming and multitasking.
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AMD Ryzen 5 9600X
6-core, 12-thread processor based on Zen 5, ideal for high-performance gaming and productivity
Intel Core i5-12600
12th-gen Intel processor with 6 cores and 12 threads, ideal for gaming and everyday productivity
AMD Ryzen 5 5500
6-core, 12-thread processor for gaming and productivity with an excellent performance-to-price ratio
Frequently Asked Questions
- AMD or Intel for gaming in 2025?
- AMD Ryzen 7000/9000 (AM5) offers better IPC and energy efficiency. Intel Core 13th/14th gen (LGA1700) leads in peak clock speeds. Both are competitive in games.
- How many cores do I need for gaming?
- 6 cores is the minimum for smooth gameplay today. 8 if you stream while playing. 12+ only if you render, compile, or edit video.
- How long will the AM5 socket last?
- AMD has confirmed AM5 support through at least 2027, making it the safest platform for future AMD upgrades.
- Does the Ryzen 5 9600X include a cooler?
- No. X-series Ryzen CPUs ship without a bundled cooler. An aftermarket cooler is required from day one.
- What is TDP?
- Thermal Design Power: the maximum heat your cooling system must handle. 65 W suits a simple tower; 125 W+ needs a dual-tower or AIO.