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Uzair Qureshi

At HI Digital I test and write about different hardware configurations to show other PC users what they can expect from their build. My end goal is to educate the masses to make the right decision when they are looking for new PC parts to buy

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The i7-14700K stands as a mid-tier processor of Intel’s cutting-edge 14th-generation desktop CPU lineup. Lastly, when I tested the performance of the Core i7-14700K vs Ryzen 7 7800X3D, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D won the performance showdown. In this comparison, I have replaced the Ryzen 7 7800X3D with the Ryzen 7 5800X3D. So, let’s start with the i7-14700K vs Ryzen 7 5800X3D to determine which CPU is superior.

Key Takeaways

• Having personally tested the i7-14700K and Ryzen 7 5800X3D, I observed a 10.6% gaming performance advantage with the Intel Core i7-14700K at 1080p resolution.
• At 1080p gaming workloads, I noted that the Ryzen 7 5800X3D boasts an amazing 55.9% higher energy efficiency than the i7-14700K.
• In my tests, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D proved to have 13.5% higher thermal efficiency and better heat management capabilities than the i7-14700K.

Comparison Table

Architectural Difference

• Architecture: Intel has implemented its avant-garde Raptor Lake Resume hybrid architecture in the i7-14700K. On the other hand, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D features AMD’s Zen 3 (Vermeer), which is a bit older in architecture.
• Process Node: The i7-14700K employs Intel’s advanced 10nm process, while the Ryzen 7 5800X3D is crafted using TSMC’s leading-edge 7nm semiconductor technology.
• CPU Socket: Considering the socket, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D uses AMD’s AM4 socket, which has a pin count of 1331 pins. In contrast, the i7-14700K features Intel’s LGA 1700 socket, which has a higher pin count to boost data rate and cooling.
• Clock Speed: The CPU cores of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D and the P-cores of the i7-14700K operate at the same base frequency. In terms of CPU turbo clock, the i7-14700K is 24.4% faster than the Ryzen 7 5800X3D.
• CPU Memory: Regarding memory, the i7-14700K supports DDR4 and DDR5, whereas the Ryzen 7 5800X3D only supports DDR4. Moreover, the i7-14700K has about 75% higher DDR5 memory frequency.
• Integrated Graphics: The i7-14700K features Intel UHD Graphics 770, while the Ryzen 7 5800X3D has no iGPU. The UHD Graphics 770 has two multi-format codec engines, 32 execution units, and a maximum dynamic frequency of 1.60 GHz.

Gaming Benchmarks

After an in-depth examination of specifications and architectural differences, let’s evaluate the i7-14700K vs Ryzen 7 5800X3D through a set of 1080p gaming benchmarks, directly comparing their performance in the gaming arena. My gaming setup for these tests featured the following specifications.

Gaming Rig

• OS: Windows 10 pro
• CPU 1: Intel Core i7-14700K
• Motherboard 1: Asus ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming – DDR5
• CPU 2: RYZEN 7 5800X3D
• Motherboard 2: Asus ROG Strix X570-E Gaming WIFI – DDR4
• GPU: Asus TUF Gaming RTX 4090 24GB
• RAM 1: G.Skill Ripjaws S5 6000MHz DDR5 Kit
• RAM 2: G.SKILL TRIDENT Z 32GB DDR4 3200MHz
• Storage: XPG Gammix S70 Blade 2TB NVMe SSD
• PSU: CORSAIR RMX SERIES RM1000X 1000 WATT
• CPU Cooler: CORSAIR iCUE H150i Elite Capellix XT

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla

• The first game I played to test the performance of two CPUs was Assassin’s Creed Valhalla. During this gameplay, the i7-14700K produced an average of 173 FPS, conquering the Ryzen 7 5800X3D’s 157 FPS by 10.2%.
• Regarding low 1% frame rates, I noted that the i7-14700K provided 148 FPS, whereas the Ryzen 7 5800X3D turned 132 FPS.

Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare II

• During my gaming experience of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II, the i7-14700K outperformed the Ryzen 7 5800X3D by 13.6%, delivering an average of 159 FPS compared to the Ryzen 7 5800X3D’s 140 FPS.
• Coming to the low 1% performance, I observed that the Ryzen 7 5800X3D generated 124 FPS, while the i7-14700K achieved 138 FPS.

Cyberpunk 2077

• The i7-14700K beat the Ryzen 7 5800X3D by 8.2% in my gameplay of Cyberpunk 2077, averaging 132 FPS as opposed to 122 FPS for the Ryzen 7 5800X3D.
• Looking at low 1% performance, I found that the i7-14700K produced 94 FPS, and the Ryzen 7 5800X3D produced 89 FPS.

Far Cry 6

• In my testing of Far Cry 6 gameplay, the i7-14700K outperformed the Ryzen 7 5800X3D by 11.0%, averaging 191 FPS compared to the rival’s 172 FPS.
• The i7-14700K produced 166 FPS in my low 1% performance examination, while the Ryzen 7 5800X3D made 148 FPS.

Forza Horizon 5

• During my hands-on testing of Forza Horizon 5, the i7-14700K demonstrated superior performance, outperforming the Ryzen 7 5800X3D by 11.8%. The i7-14700K furnished an average of 256 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 5800X3D only mustered 229 FPS.
• In terms of the low 1% performance, the i7-14700K delivered 186 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 5800X3D lagged behind at 183 FPS.

God Of War

• While playing God Of War, I got a 5.1% greater performance with the i7-14700K. The Core i7-14700K provided an average frame rate of 184 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 5800X3D gained 175 FPS.
• During my low 1% performance test of God Of War, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D generated 122 FPS, while the i7-14700K made 139 FPS.

Hitman 3

• In my Hitman 3 gaming session, the i7-14700K demonstrated an impressive 12.5% performance boost, delivering an average frame rate of 216 FPS compared to the Ryzen 7 5800X3D’s 192 FPS.
• Coming to the worst 1% performance, the i7-14700K turned 171 FPS at its low 1%, while the Ryzen 7 5800X3D achieved 157 FPS.

Horizon Zero Dawn

• During my first-hand experience of Horizon Zero Dawn, the i7-14700K provided 16.2% superior performance, achieving a 151 FPS average compared to the 130 FPS of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D.
• In my low 1% performance test of this game, the i7-14700K scored 128 FPS, and the Ryzen 7 5800X3D scored 102 FPS.

Marvel’s Spider-Man

• When I played Marvel’s Spider-Man with the i7-14700K, I got 4.8% better performance with an average frame rate of 198 FPS. In contrast, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D delivered 189 FPS on average.
• The i7-14700K achieved 146 FPS at the low 1% performance, whereas the Ryzen 7 5800X3D made 131 FPS.

The Last of Us Part I

• While playing The Last of Us Part I at 1080p, I experienced 8.5% higher performance with the i7-14700K. The Ryzen 7 5800X3D scored 153 FPS on average, while the i7-14700K secured a superb 166 FPS.
• In my testing of the worst 1% performance, the i7-14700K attained 143 FPS at low 1%, whereas the Ryzen 7 5800X3D mustered up only 129 FPS.

Editor`s Note

For users with an eye on both performance and the pocketbook, I strongly endorse the Ryzen 7 5800X3D. This processor not only delivers potent computing power but also does so with remarkable energy efficiency, boasting a 55.9% reduction in energy consumption compared to the i7-14700K. This not only translates to substantial savings on electricity costs but also positions the Ryzen 7 5800X3D as a formidable and cost-effective option, as explained in another one of our reviews.

– Uzair Qureshi

Overall Gaming Performance

Average FPS

After thoroughly analyzing my benchmark data, I conclude that the i7-14700K prevails in gaming performance with a significant average of 182.6 FPS. This beats the Ryzen 7 5800X3D, which processed an average of 165.9 FPS.

In every gaming scenario I evaluated, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D failed to surpass the performance exhibited by the i7-14700K. Thus, the i7-14700K leads the Ryzen 7 5800X3D by approximately 10.6% superior performance while gaming at 1080p resolution.

Low 1% FPS

Analyzing the performance metrics at the lower 1% threshold from my benchmarks, the i7-14700K demonstrated an average of 145.9 FPS, surpassing the Ryzen 7 5800X3D’s frame rate of 131.7 FPS. Consequently, the i7-14700K defeats the Ryzen 7 5800X3D by a margin of 10.8% in scenarios reflecting lower 1% performance.

Winner: Intel’s Core-i7 14700K

Moreover, Here’s a sneak peek into the gameplay of some of the games that we tested for these benchmarks.

Gaming Power Consumption

Reminder: The Core i7-14700K boasts a peak TDP of 253 watts, while the Ryzen 7 5800X3D has a standard TDP of 105 watts. This indicates a substantial 140.9% difference in the two CPUs’ stated power ratings.

During my gaming endeavors, the i7-14700K consistently maintained an average power consumption of 100.1 watts, whereas the Ryzen 7 5800X3D exhibited a more frugal energy draw, averaging 64.2 watts. So, when handling the demands of 1080p gaming, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D exhibits an impressive 55.9% greater energy efficiency than the i7-14700K.

Let’s also analyze the efficiency by calculating the performance-to-power consumption ratio. The Ryzen 7 5800X3D demonstrated superior efficiency, producing 2.58 FPS per watt, whereas the i7-14700K exhibited a lower efficiency with 1.82 FPS per watt. Thus, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D yields 41.8% better performance in terms of power draw.

Winner: AMD’s Ryzen 7 5800X3D

Gaming Temperatures

The table below shows the thermal profiles of two processors during the previously discussed games.

During my gaming evaluation, the i7-14700K ran at an average temperature of 61.3°C. In contrast, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D retained a lower average temperature of 54.0°C. Based on these figures, I conclude that the Ryzen 7 5800X3D has 13.5% stronger thermal efficiency than the i7-14700K.

If the temperature of your CPU spikes frequently, you may find valuable assistance within our comprehensive guide on How To Lower CPU Temperature.

Winner: AMD’s Ryzen 7 5800X3D

Prices And Availability

Now, let’s discuss the financial aspects and market accessibility of these processors. In April 2022, AMD released the Ryzen 7 5800X3D at $449, while Intel introduced the i7-14700K for $409-$419 in October 2023.

Since the Ryzen 7 5800X3D was first released on the market quite a while ago, its price has dropped roughly 30%. The current optimal price for the Ryzen 7 5800X3D stands at approximately $322. On the other hand, the recently released i7-14700K can be purchased for as little as $400 at best.

In terms of accessibility, both processors are consistently in stock and conveniently obtainable through NewEgg, Amazon, and other web stores.

Which One Do I Recommend?

I want to offer my recommendation in the concluding segment of the comparative analysis of the i7-14700K vs Ryzen 7 5800X3D.

For outstanding gaming capabilities and adeptness in content creation, I recommend the Intel Core i7-14700K. Though the cost for this processor may be somewhat higher, it distinguishes itself as a premier choice, delivering outstanding overall value through its exceptional multi-core and multi-threading capabilities. It is a cutting-edge CPU incorporating state-of-the-art technological enhancements.

If you aim for a potent CPU without breaking the bank and prioritizing energy efficiency, I recommend the Ryzen 7 5800X3D. The Ryzen 7 5800X3D employs 55.9% less energy than the i7-14700K, thus saving on electricity costs.

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