Core 2 Duo P9600 vs Ryzen 7 7700X
The Core 2 Duo P9600 is slightly slower than the Ryzen 7 7700X on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
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FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
Base Frequencyhelp
Ryzen 7 7700X has a 69% higher base clock.
LGAP
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AM5Penryn
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RaphaelMobile
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DesktopNo Integrated Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
Radeon Graphics 128SPDDR2, DDR3
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5200 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
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OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core 2 Duo P9600 or Ryzen 7 7700X?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 7700X. It's 275% faster than the Core 2 Duo P9600 on average across 100+ games, scoring 60/100 vs 16/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 7 7700X than Core 2 Duo P9600?expand_more
275% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core 2 Duo P9600 or Ryzen 7 7700X?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 7700X is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 7 7700X worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 60/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core 2 Duo P9600 and Ryzen 7 7700X?expand_more
Performance: Core 2 Duo P9600 scores 16/100, Ryzen 7 7700X scores 60/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core 2 Duo P9600 or Ryzen 7 7700X bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core 2 Duo P9600 or Ryzen 7 7700X?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 7700X is the stronger pick at 60/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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