CPU generation and family
Now let examine the processors version of the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and the Intel Core i7-9700K. The higher the model´s version and the more current generation, the better.
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Name
AMD Ryzen 5 3600
Intel Core i7-9700K
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Segment
Desktop / Server
Desktop / Server
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Family
AMD Ryzen
Intel Core i7
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Generation
3
9
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CPU group
AMD Ryzen 3000
Intel Core i 9000
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Predecessor
AMD Ryzen 5 2600
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Successor
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Intel Core i7-10700K
CPU Cores and Base Frequency
Now let examine the base clock parameters of the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and Intel Core i7-9700K CPUs. The processor with the highest score is victorious. You may also compare the turbo frequency in some models.
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Frequency
3.60 GHz
3.60 GHz
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CPU Cores
6
8
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Turbo (1 Core)
4.20 GHz
4.90 GHz
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CPU Threads
12
8
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Hyperthreading
Yes
No
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Overclocking
Yes
Yes
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Core architecture
normal
normal
Internal Graphics
You may determine which included graphics card is superior by analyzing the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and Intel Core i7-9700K CPUs. Nevertheless, not every model can also include an integrated video card. The block has no bearing on the overall performance score and can be skipped.
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GPU name
no iGPU
Intel UHD Graphics 630
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GPU frequency
0.35 GHz
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GPU (Turbo)
No turbo
1.20 GHz
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Execution units
24
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Shader
192
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Max. GPU Memory
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64 GB
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Max. displays
3
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Generation
9.5
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DirectX Version
12
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Technology
14 nm
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Release date
Q4/2017
Hardware codec support
This is time to examine how CPUs differ in terms of hardware support for codecs. Each brand may have its own set of guidelines. The AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and Intel Core i7-9700K processor technologies are shown below for a more detailed comparison.
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h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
No
Decode / Encode
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h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
No
Decode / Encode
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h264
No
Decode / Encode
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VP9
No
Decode / Encode
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VP8
No
Decode / Encode
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AV1
No
No
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AVC
No
Decode / Encode
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VC-1
No
Decode
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JPEG
No
Decode / Encode
Memory & PCIe
The kind and amount of memory supported by the CPU have an impact on the performance ranking. As a consequence, experts recommend that you carefully compare which model produces the greatest outcomes. In our case, AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or Intel Core i7-9700K.
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Memory type
DDR4-3200
DDR4-2666
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Max. Memory
128 GB
128 GB
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ECC
Yes
No
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Memory channels
2
2
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PCIe version
4.0
3.0
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PCIe lanes
20
16
Encryption
We decide in favor of an encryption-capable CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or Intel Core i7-9700K. If competing CPUs have the same performance in this block, you should compare other technical aspects.
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AES-NI
Yes
Yes
Thermal Management
Now let us analyze the temps of the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and Intel Core i7-9700K CPUs. It is critical to note that the greater the processor´s TDP, the more efficient the cooling system would be required. A CPU with a lower TDP is said to be the best model.
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TDP (PL1)
65 W
95 W
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Tjunction max.
95 °C
100 °C
Technical details
Contrast the specs of the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and Intel Core i7-9700K CPUs, including L2-L3 cache, release date, motherboard socket, manufacturing method, ISA instruction set, and much more. Give heed to L2 and L3 - the higher this indication, the better; similarly, the smaller the technical process, the better.
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Instruction set (ISA)
x86-64 (64 bit)
x86-64 (64 bit)
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Virtualization
AMD-V, SVM
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
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ISA extensions
SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
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L3-Cache
32.00 MB
12.00 MB
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Architecture
Matisse (Zen 2)
Coffee Lake S Refresh
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Technology
7 nm
14 nm
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Socket
AM4
LGA 1151-2
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Release date
Q3/2019
Q4/2018
Devices using this processor
Let´s all examine the use of the processors AMD Ryzen 5 3600 and Intel Core i7-9700K. Based on this comparison, you will understand the processor´s intended use (gaming, design, editing, mining, work, business).
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Used in
One Gaming PC Ryzen 5 3600Lenono IdeaCentre T540-15AMA GHP Pavilion Gaming TG01-0201ng schwarz (9HP03EA#ABD)
Memory PC Intel i7-9700KMemory PC Aufrüst-Kit Bundle i7-9700KMegaport High End Gaming-PC Intel Core i7-9700K