H2H

AMD Ryzen 9 3900VSIntel Xeon W-1290

Performance, specifications and real-world gaming comparison

🎮 Tested in 0 games3 resolutions: 1080p / 1440p / 4KCurrent catalog dataTesting methodology
AMD Ryzen 9 3900
♜ WINNERAMD Ryzen 9 3900+1%Better overall performance
Intel Xeon W-1290
AMDRyzen 9 3900

0,00 €Average price

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0,00 €Average price

IntelXeon W-1290
VS
WINNERRyzen 9 39000%H2H overall index
Prestazioni5053
Efficienza9683
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 3900AMD Ryzen 9 3900AMD
Xeon W-1290Intel Xeon W-1290Intel
H2H
Performance
Single-core
Multi-core
L3 cache
Efficiency
Performance
5053
Single-core
7287
Multi-core
5253
L3 cache
10
Efficiency
9683
Missing values are never replaced with zero or an average.Model: H2H 2026.07 fixed scale.
COMMUNITY · VERIFIED DATA

Hardware used by streamers

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AMD Ryzen 9 3900AMDRyzen 9 39000

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Intel Xeon W-1290IntelXeon W-12900

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RISULTATO DEL CONFRONTO

The devices received the same overall score

Ryzen 9 3900 leads in overall performance, while Ryzen 9 3900 offers better price-to-performance. Check results in your applications before making the final choice.

PERFORMANCE DIFFERENCE0%

Performance is nearly identical

PRICE DIFFERENCE0 €

Prices are identical

PUNTEGGIO COMPLESSIVO

Panoramica

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryRyzen 9 3900Xeon W-1290
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
50
53Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
42
45Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
40
42Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
96Better
83
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
60
60
CONFRONTO COMPLETO

Specifiche

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

SpecificationRyzen 9 3900Xeon W-1290
Кэш L364 MBBetter20 MB
SocketAM4LGA1200Better
PassMark31654Better20123
Core / thread12 / 24Better10 / 20
Clock speed3,1 - 4,3 GHz3,2 - 5,2 GHzBetter
Base clock3100 MHz3200 MHzBetter
Boost clock4300 MHz5200 MHzBetter
Кэш6+64 MB20 MBBetter
Встроенная графика-UHD P630 1,2 GHz
PBP / MTP65 W80 WBetter
Power consumption65 WBetter80 W
Поддержка памятиDDR4-3200DDR4-2933
Process node7 nmBetter14 nm
ArchitectureMatisseComet Lake
Кодовое имяMatisseComet Lake
Release date
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexRyzen 9 3900Xeon W-1290Difference
H2H Single-core IndexH2H Index / 100728719%
H2H Multi-core IndexH2H Index / 10052532%
H2H Productivity IndexH2H Index / 10051558%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 10042420%
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 3900Xeon W-1290Difference
H2H ML Preprocessing IndexH2H Index / 10035376%
H2H CPU Inference IndexH2H Index / 10039415%
H2H Local LLM CPU IndexH2H Index / 10030313%
H2H Data Pipeline IndexH2H Index / 10040425%
H2H Computer Vision CPU IndexH2H Index / 10038405%

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 390060
Device BXeon W-129060
What AI will explain

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

REAL CONFIGURATIONS

Owner experiences

Real builds, results, and community feedback.

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FAQ · CHOOSE BY USE CASE

Domande frequenti sul confronto

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

01Which is better for gaming: Ryzen 9 3900 or Xeon W-1290?

Ryzen 9 3900 has the higher overall gaming score, while Ryzen 9 3900 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

Ryzen 9 3900 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 3900 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 3900 offers more overall performance, while Ryzen 9 3900 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

Ryzen 9 3900 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 3900 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

Ryzen 9 3900 leads in combined 1440p performance. Ryzen 9 3900 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

Ryzen 9 3900 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 3900 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 3900 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 3900 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.