Ryzen 7 5800X vs Core i9-13905H
Ryzen 7 5800X
Core i9-13905H
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 5800X
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-13905H
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 5800X | Core i9-13905H |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 5800X | Core i9-13905H |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Ryzen 7 5800X and Core i9-13905H
Ryzen 7 5800X
The Ryzen 7 5800X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 32 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. Passmark benchmark score: 27,712 points. Launch price was $449.
Core i9-13905H
The Core i9-13905H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1792. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 29,807 points. Launch price was $697.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 5800X packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i9-13905H offers 14 cores / 20 threads — the Core i9-13905H has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5800X versus 5.4 GHz on the Core i9-13905H — a 13.9% clock advantage for the Core i9-13905H (base: 3.8 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Ryzen 7 5800X uses the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Core i9-13905H uses Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 5800X scores 27,712 against the Core i9-13905H's 29,807 — a 7.3% lead for the Core i9-13905H. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 5800X vs 24 MB (total) on the Core i9-13905H.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 5800X | Core i9-13905H |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 14 / 20+75% |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz | 5.4 GHz+15% |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+46% | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB+33% | 24 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) | Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 27,712 | 29,807+8% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 19,384 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 14,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 5800X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i9-13905H uses FCBGA1792 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 5800X versus DDR5-5200 on the Core i9-13905H — the Core i9-13905H supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 5800X 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: 24 (Ryzen 7 5800X) vs 12 (Core i9-13905H) — the Ryzen 7 5800X offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 7 5800X) and WM790,HM770 (Core i9-13905H).
| Feature | Ryzen 7 5800X | Core i9-13905H |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FCBGA1792 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-5200+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+100% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+100% | 12 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 5800X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 7 5800X) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i9-13905H). The Core i9-13905H includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe 96EU), while the Ryzen 7 5800X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 5800X targets Desktop, Core i9-13905H targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Core i9-13905H rivals Ryzen 9 7940HS.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 5800X | Core i9-13905H |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Iris Xe 96EU |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Desktop | Workstation |
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