Ryzen 9 3900 vs Core i9-14901E
Ryzen 9 3900
Core i9-14901E
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 3900
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-14901E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 9 3900 | Core i9-14901E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($150) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($689) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 9 3900 | Core i9-14901E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+364%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($150) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($689) |
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 9 3900 and Core i9-14901E
Ryzen 9 3900
The Ryzen 9 3900 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 24 September 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 30,588 points. Launch price was $499.
Core i9-14901E
The Core i9-14901E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Julho 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.6 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 30,298 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 9 3900 packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Core i9-14901E offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 9 3900 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen 9 3900 versus 5.6 GHz on the Core i9-14901E — a 26.3% clock advantage for the Core i9-14901E (base: 3.1 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Ryzen 9 3900 uses the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Core i9-14901E uses Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 9 3900 scores 30,588 against the Core i9-14901E's 30,298 — a 1% lead for the Ryzen 9 3900. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,713 vs 2,894, a 51.3% lead for the Core i9-14901E that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 10,983 vs 14,262 (26% advantage for the Core i9-14901E). L3 cache: 64 MB on the Ryzen 9 3900 vs 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-14901E.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 3900 | Core i9-14901E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24+50% | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz | 5.6 GHz+30% |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz+11% | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB+78% | 36 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm-30% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) | Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 30,588 | 30,298 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 17,700 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,713 | 2,894+69% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 10,983 | 14,262+30% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 9 3900 uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i9-14901E uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 9 3900 versus DDR5-5600 on the Core i9-14901E — the Core i9-14901E supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i9-14901E supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 9 3900) vs 20 (Core i9-14901E) — the Ryzen 9 3900 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X570,B550,X470,B450 (Ryzen 9 3900) and Intel 600 Series,Intel 700 Series (Core i9-14901E).
| Feature | Ryzen 9 3900 | Core i9-14901E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-5600+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 192 GB+50% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+20% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 9 3900) vs Yes (Core i9-14901E). The Core i9-14901E includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 770), while the Ryzen 9 3900 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 9 3900 targets Workstation Desktop (low power). Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 3900 rivals Core i9-9900.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 3900 | Core i9-14901E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | Yes |
| Target Use | Workstation Desktop (low power) | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 9 3900 launched at $499 MSRP, while the Core i9-14901E debuted at $557. At current prices ($150 vs $689), the Ryzen 9 3900 is $539 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 9 3900 delivers 203.9 pts/$ vs 44.0 pts/$ for the Core i9-14901E — making the Ryzen 9 3900 the 129% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 3900 | Core i9-14901E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499-10% | $557 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150-78% | $689 |
| Performance per Dollar | 203.9+363% | 44.0 |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2024 |
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