H2H

AMD Ryzen 9 3950XVSIntel Core i9-14900KS

Performance, specifications and real-world gaming comparison

🎮 Tested in 0 games3 resolutions: 1080p / 1440p / 4KCurrent catalog dataTesting methodology
AMD Ryzen 9 3950X
♜ WINNERAMD Ryzen 9 3950X+1%Better overall performance
Intel Core i9-14900KS
AMDRyzen 9 3950X

0,00 €Average price

VS

704,85 €Average price

IntelCore i9-14900KS
VS
WINNERRyzen 9 3950X1%H2H overall index
Performances6677
Efficacité7938
Data confidence6262

Fixed-scale H2H model. Missing metrics are omitted instead of estimated from the overall score.

SUMMARY PROFILE

Verified-metrics radar

Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.

Ryzen 9 3950XAMD Ryzen 9 3950XAMD
Core i9-14900KSIntel Core i9-14900KSIntel
H2H
Performance
Single-core
Multi-core
L3 cache
Efficiency
Performance
6677
Single-core
78100
Multi-core
7687
L3 cache
11
Efficiency
7938
Missing values are never replaced with zero or an average.Model: H2H 2026.07 fixed scale.
COMMUNITY · VERIFIED DATA

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Intel Core i9-14900KSIntelCore i9-14900KS0

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RÉSULTAT DE LA COMPARAISON

Ryzen 9 3950X is the best overall choice

Ryzen 9 3950X leads in overall performance, while Ryzen 9 3950X offers better price-to-performance. Check results in your applications before making the final choice.

PERFORMANCE DIFFERENCE1%

Ryzen 9 3950X leads in the combined performance index

PRICE DIFFERENCE705 €

Ryzen 9 3950X costs less

NOTE GLOBALE

Aperçu

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryRyzen 9 3950XCore i9-14900KS
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
66
77Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
54
62Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
52
59Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
79Better
38
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
69Better
68
COMPARAISON COMPLÈTE

Caractéristiques

The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.

SpecificationRyzen 9 3950XCore i9-14900KS
PassMark3880762010Better
Cœurs / threads16 / 32Better8P+16E / 32
Clock speed3,5 - 4,7 GHzBetterP 3,2 - 6,2 GHz / E 2,4 - 4,4 GHz
Base clock3500 MHzBetter3200 MHz
Boost clock4700 MHz6200 MHzBetter
Кэш8+64 MB32+36 MBBetter
Кэш L364 MBBetter36 MB
SocketAM4LGA1700Better
Встроенная графика-UHD 770 1,65 GHz
PBP / MTP105 W150 / 253 WBetter
Power consumption105 WBetter150 / 253 W
Поддержка памятиDDR4-3200DDR5-5600 / DDR4-3200Better
Process node7 nmBetter10 nm (Intel 7)
ArchitectureMatisseRaptor Lake Refresh
Кодовое имяMatisseRaptor Lake Refresh
Release date
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexRyzen 9 3950XCore i9-14900KSDifference
H2H Single-core IndexH2H Index / 1007810025%
H2H Multi-core IndexH2H Index / 100768713%
H2H Productivity IndexH2H Index / 100667817%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100617014%
H2H Value IndexH2H Index / 100000%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from 3DMark, Geekbench, Cinebench, PassMark, Blender, or another third-party benchmark.

HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX

H2H AI workload indices

Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.

IndexRyzen 9 3950XCore i9-14900KSDifference
H2H ML Preprocessing IndexH2H Index / 100475414%
H2H CPU Inference IndexH2H Index / 100526014%
H2H Local LLM CPU IndexH2H Index / 100394514%
H2H Data Pipeline IndexH2H Index / 100536216%
H2H Computer Vision CPU IndexH2H Index / 100505815%

These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from 3DMark, Geekbench, Cinebench, PassMark, Blender, or another third-party benchmark.

AI EXPLAIN · HEAD TO HEAD

Explain this comparison

Beyond percentages: causes, relevant specifications, and practical impact behind every chart.

Device ARyzen 9 3950X69
Device BCore i9-14900KS68
What AI will explain

Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.

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FAQ · CHOOSE BY USE CASE

Questions fréquentes sur la comparaison

Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.

01Which is better for gaming: Ryzen 9 3950X or Core i9-14900KS?

Ryzen 9 3950X has the higher overall gaming score, while Ryzen 9 3950X offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

Ryzen 9 3950X is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.

03Which is better for Blender?

Ryzen 9 3950X is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.

04Which is better for video editing?

Ryzen 9 3950X offers more overall performance, while Ryzen 9 3950X offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

Ryzen 9 3950X is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.

06Which is better for 1080p?

Ryzen 9 3950X is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

Ryzen 9 3950X leads in combined 1440p performance. Ryzen 9 3950X can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

Ryzen 9 3950X is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

Ryzen 9 3950X is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.

10Which is better without replacing the power supply?

Ryzen 9 3950X is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.

11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?

Consider upgrading to Ryzen 9 3950X if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.