AMD and Intel are two of the most iconic names in PC building, and have been offering the fastest, most capable and most feature-rich processors for gamers, casual web browsers and professionals.
AMD brings competition to Intel with the launch of its Ryzen processors in 2017.
Both AMD and Intel compete with their latest designs with more cores, higher clocks, and new features, offering the greatest CPU performance in mainstream components.
AMD’s Ryzen 9000 and Intel’s 14th-generation Raptor Lake are the latest mainstream models.
The Intel Core i9-14900K has 24 cores and supports up to 32 threads, whereas the Ryzen 9 9950X uses a more traditional 16-core and 32-thread layout.
Intel’s pricing is cheaper than AMD's, as their aging 14th-gen Raptor Lake chips are often much cheaper.
AMD's Ryzen 7800X3D is the king of gaming, while Intel's top 14th and 13th generation processors are better for work.
For users looking to work with the processor, AMD’s laptop CPUs are the fastest, but Intel's offer better battery life.
If you’re still unsure which chip is best for you, check out a buying a CPU guide.
The next generations of chips Zen 5 and Arrow Lake are expected soon.