CPU Comparison: Intel Core i9-14900KS vs AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
Key Findings
- The Intel Core i9-14900KS leads in single-threaded performance by up to 81.6%
- In multi-threaded workloads, the Intel Core i9-14900KS shows superior performance with a 13.7% advantage
- The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X has the highest core count with 24 cores
Performance Rankings & Market Position
Intel Core i9-14900KS
Release Date
Q1 2024
Market Position
76th fastest in multithreading
4890 CPUs3rd fastest in single threading
4890 CPUs19th fastest in
1398 Desktop CPUs
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
Release Date
Q4 2019
Market Position
119th fastest in multithreading
4890 CPUs688th fastest in single threading
4890 CPUs28th fastest in
1398 Desktop CPUs
Performance
Single-Thread Performance
i9-14900KS
4,870
3960X
2,682
Multi-Thread Performance
i9-14900KS
62,393
3960X
54,888
Specifications: Intel Core i9-14900KS vs AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
💻CPU Model
Intel Core i9-14900KS
i9-14900KS
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
3960X
🔄Other Names
Intel(R) Core(TM) i9-14900KS, Intel Core i9-14900KS
i9-14900KS
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X 24-Core Processor
3960X
âš¡Base Clock
N/A
i9-14900KS
3.8 GHz
3960X
🚀Turbo Clock
N/A
i9-14900KS
4.5 GHz
3960X
💻Cores/Threads
N/A
i9-14900KS
24 Threads: 48
3960X
🔌Socket
FCLGA1700
i9-14900KS
sTRX4
3960X
âš¡TDP
150 W
i9-14900KS
280 W
3960X
💾Cache
L1 Instruction Cache: 8 x 32 KBL1 Data Cache: 8 x 48 KBL2 Cache: 8 x 2048 KBL3 Cache: 36 MB
i9-14900KS
L1 Instruction Cache: 24 x 32 KBL1 Data Cache: 24 x 32 KBL2 Cache: 24 x 512 KBL3 Cache: 128 MB
3960X
The Intel Core i9-14900KS and AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X compete in the Desktop segment. The Intel Core i9-14900KS shows superior single-thread performance, making it better for tasks like gaming and light workloads.
For multi-threaded applications, the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X takes the lead, despite having the same core count.
Power consumption differs significantly, with the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X drawing more power under load (280W vs 150W). This may impact system thermal design and power supply requirements.
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