Core i7-9700K vs Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
Core i7-9700K
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i7-9700K
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-9700K | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($176) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Phoenix2 (2024) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-9700K | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+15%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($176) |
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 i7-9700K and Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
Core i7-9700K
The Core i7-9700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 14,397 points. Launch price was $374.
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Phoenix2 (2024) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 14,540 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i7-9700K packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-9700K has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Core i7-9700K versus 4.9 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Core i7-9700K uses the Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G uses Phoenix2 (2024) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-9700K scores 14,397 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G's 14,540 — a 1% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-9700K vs 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G.
| Feature | Core i7-9700K | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+100% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz | 4.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+6% | 3.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+50% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 14 nm | 4 nm-71% |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) | Phoenix2 (2024) |
| PassMark | 14,397 | 14,540 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-9700K uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-9700K | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-9700K) / not specified (Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G). The Core i7-9700K includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-9700K targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i7-9700K | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-9700K launched at $385 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G debuted at $176. At current prices ($200 vs $176), the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G is $24 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-9700K delivers 72.0 pts/$ vs 82.6 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G the 13.7% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-9700K | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $385 | $176-54% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $176-12% |
| Performance per Dollar | 72.0 | 82.6+15% |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2024 |
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