CPU head-to-head · curated specs + live pool data
Ryzen 7 7800X3DVSCore i9-14900K
Fast when it works — but overshadowed by 13th/14th gen instability history.
Full breakdown →Specifications
| Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Core i9-14900K | |
|---|---|---|
| Cores/Threads | 8C / 16T | 8P + 16E / 32T |
| Base clock | 4.2 GHz | 3.2 GHz P-core |
| Boost | 5.0 GHz | 6.0 GHz |
| Cache (L3) | 96 MB (V-Cache) | 36 MB |
| TDP | 120 W | 125 W (253 W max) |
| Socket | AM5 | LGA 1700 |
Live benchmark data
No verified runs for either part yet. Own one of these? Run the benchmark and put it on the map.
Verdict — Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Displaced by the 9800X3D at the top of gaming charts, but only barely and often for less money. Excellent choice if the 9800X3D is out of stock or priced badly.
Verdict — Core i9-14900K
Powerful but marked by 2024's Raptor Lake degradation drama. If you own one, make sure your BIOS has the microcode patches. For new builds, look elsewhere.