Core i9-11900T vs Ryzen 5 220
Core i9-11900T
Ryzen 5 220
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i9-11900T
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 220
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i9-11900T | Ryzen 5 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($413) | ✅ More affordable ($150) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Rocket Lake (2021) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Hawk Point (2024−2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i9-11900T | Ryzen 5 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+177%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($413) | ✅ More affordable ($150) |
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 i9-11900T and Ryzen 5 220
Core i9-11900T
The Core i9-11900T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Rocket Lake (2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 18,620 points. Launch price was $299.
Ryzen 5 220
The Ryzen 5 220 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Hawk Point (2024−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 18,762 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Core i9-11900T packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 5 220 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i9-11900T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Core i9-11900T versus 4.9 GHz on the Ryzen 5 220 — identical boost frequencies (base: 1.5 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i9-11900T uses the Rocket Lake (2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 220 uses Hawk Point (2024−2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Core i9-11900T scores 18,620 against the Ryzen 5 220's 18,762 — a 0.8% lead for the Ryzen 5 220. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,100 vs 1,300, a 47.1% lead for the Core i9-11900T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 9,200 vs 7,700 (17.8% advantage for the Core i9-11900T). Both processors carry 16 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i9-11900T | Ryzen 5 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz | 4.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.5 GHz | 3.2 GHz+113% |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 14 nm | 4 nm-71% |
| Architecture | Rocket Lake (2021) | Hawk Point (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 18,620 | 18,762 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,100+62% | 1,300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 9,200+19% | 7,700 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i9-11900T uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 220 uses FP8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Core i9-11900T versus DDR5-5600 on the Ryzen 5 220 — the Ryzen 5 220 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i9-11900T supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i9-11900T) vs 14 (Ryzen 5 220) — the Core i9-11900T offers 6 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H510,B560,H570,Z590 (Core i9-11900T) and SoC (Ryzen 5 220).
| Feature | Core i9-11900T | Ryzen 5 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | FP8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-5600+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+100% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+43% | 14 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i9-11900T) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 5 220). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 750 (Core i9-11900T) and Radeon 740M (Ryzen 5 220) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i9-11900T targets Low Power High Perf Desktop, Ryzen 5 220 targets Thin and Light Laptop.
| Feature | Core i9-11900T | Ryzen 5 220 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 750 | Radeon 740M |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Low Power High Perf Desktop | Thin and Light Laptop |
Value Analysis
The Core i9-11900T launched at $439 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 220 debuted at $150. At current prices ($413 vs $150), the Ryzen 5 220 is $263 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i9-11900T delivers 45.1 pts/$ vs 125.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 220 — making the Ryzen 5 220 the 94% better value option.
| Feature | Core i9-11900T | Ryzen 5 220 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $439 | $150-66% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $413 | $150-64% |
| Performance per Dollar | 45.1 | 125.1+177% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2025 |
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