Intel Core i9-12900K vs AMD Ryzen 9 5900X

The Intel Core i9-12900K leads on gaming, scoring 88.8 — about 3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X. For AI workloads the Intel Core i9-12900K is the clear call: it's both faster and better value in that segment. The Intel Core i9-12900K comes out ahead in 4 of the 4 uses we score. On today's street prices the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X is the cheaper of the two: the Intel Core i9-12900K costs around 7% more. For bang for your buck, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X is the stronger value pick. It's a split call: the Intel Core i9-12900K is faster, but the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X gives more performance for the money.