Core i7-1370P vs Ryzen 9 5900X
Core i7-1370P
Ryzen 9 5900X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i7-1370P
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 5900X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-1370P | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($280) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-P (2023) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-1370P | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+56%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($280) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-1370P and Ryzen 9 5900X
Core i7-1370P
The Core i7-1370P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-P (2023) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 19,993 points. Launch price was $438.
Ryzen 9 5900X
The Ryzen 9 5900X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 38,955 points. Launch price was $549.
Processing Power
The Core i7-1370P packs 14 cores / 20 threads, while the Ryzen 9 5900X offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Core i7-1370P has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.2 GHz on the Core i7-1370P versus 4.8 GHz on the Ryzen 9 5900X — a 8% clock advantage for the Core i7-1370P (base: 1.9 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Core i7-1370P uses the Raptor Lake-P (2023) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 9 5900X uses Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-1370P scores 19,993 against the Ryzen 9 5900X's 38,955 — a 64.3% lead for the Ryzen 9 5900X. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 13,200 vs 21,000 (45.6% advantage for the Ryzen 9 5900X). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,000 vs 2,174, a 8.3% lead for the Ryzen 9 5900X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 10,095 vs 11,888 (16.3% advantage for the Ryzen 9 5900X). L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core i7-1370P vs 64 MB on the Ryzen 9 5900X.
| Feature | Core i7-1370P | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 14 / 20+17% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 5.2 GHz+8% | 4.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz | 3.7 GHz+95% |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total) | 64 MB+167% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+300% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-P (2023) | Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) |
| PassMark | 19,993 | 38,955+95% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 13,200 | 21,000+59% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,000 | 2,174+9% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 10,095 | 11,888+18% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-1370P uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 9 5900X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Core i7-1370P versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 9 5900X — the Core i7-1370P supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 9 5900X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 96 GB — 28.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i7-1370P) vs 24 (Ryzen 9 5900X) — the Ryzen 9 5900X offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Mobile (Core i7-1370P) and A320,B350,X370,B450,X470,B550,X570 (Ryzen 9 5900X).
| Feature | Core i7-1370P | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1744 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200+25% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 96 GB | 128 GB+33% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 24+20% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 9 5900X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-1370P) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 9 5900X). The Core i7-1370P includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe 96EU), while the Ryzen 9 5900X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-1370P targets Workstation, Ryzen 9 5900X targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Core i7-1370P rivals Ryzen 7 7840U; Ryzen 9 5900X rivals Core i9-12900K.
| Feature | Core i7-1370P | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Iris Xe 96EU | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Workstation | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-1370P launched at $438 MSRP, while the Ryzen 9 5900X debuted at $549. At current prices ($280 vs $350), the Core i7-1370P is $70 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-1370P delivers 71.4 pts/$ vs 111.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 9 5900X — making the Ryzen 9 5900X the 43.7% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-1370P | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $438-20% | $549 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $280-20% | $350 |
| Performance per Dollar | 71.4 | 111.3+56% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2020 |
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