Core i9-13900KF

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i9-13900KF

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core i9-13900KF based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

8,002 Rank: 23
Rank Name Score Visual
19 Core i9-14900K 8,131
+1.6%
20 Core Ultra 7 265K 8,122
+1.5%
21 Core Ultra 7 265KF 8,114
+1.4%
22 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX 8,051
+0.6%
23 Core i9-13900KF 8,002
24 Ryzen 9 7950X 7,974
-0.3%
25 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX 7,970
-0.4%
26 Ryzen 9 7950X3D 7,951
-0.6%
27 Ryzen 9 9900X3D 7,931
-0.9%
28 Ryzen 9 9900X 7,927
-0.9%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i9-13900KF based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

7,772 Rank: 40
Rank Name Score Visual
36 Xeon W-3175X 7,805
+0.4%
37 Ryzen Threadripper 3960X 7,799
+0.3%
38 Core Ultra 7 265KF 7,797
+0.3%
39 Xeon W-3375 7,786
+0.2%
40 Core i9-13900KF 7,772
41 Xeon W-3275 7,748
-0.3%
42 EPYC 7551P 7,745
-0.3%
43 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX 7,734
-0.5%
44 EPYC 7502P 7,723
-0.6%
45 Xeon w9-3475X 7,719
-0.7%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i9-13900KF based on single-threaded benchmark results.

8,156 Rank: 11
Rank Name Score Visual
7 Core Ultra 7 265KF 8,326
+2.1%
8 Core i9-14900KF 8,318
+2%
9 Core i9-14900K 8,308
+1.9%
10 Core i9-13900K 8,210
+0.7%
11 Core i9-13900KF 8,156
12 Ryzen 9 9900X 8,106
-0.6%
13 Core Ultra 9 275HX 8,085
-0.9%
14 Ryzen 9 9900X3D 8,080
-0.9%
15 Ryzen 9 7950X 8,065
-1.1%
16 Ryzen 9 7950X3D 7,939
-2.7%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core i9-13900KF based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

6,659 Rank: 59
Rank Name Score Visual
55 Core i9-14900K 6,696
+0.6%
56 Core i9-14900KF 6,689
+0.5%
57 Core i9-13900K 6,683
+0.4%
58 Ryzen 9 7900X3D 6,683
+0.4%
59 Core i9-13900KF 6,659
60 Xeon Gold 6348 6,658
+-0%
61 Ryzen 9 7945HX 6,634
-0.4%
62 Ryzen 9 7900X 6,627
-0.5%
63 Xeon w7-2475X 6,597
-0.9%
64 Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 6,552
-1.6%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i9-13900KF based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

6,918 Rank: 50
Rank Name Score Visual
46 EPYC 7551P 6,977
+0.9%
47 Core i9-13900K 6,936
+0.3%
48 Core i9-14900K 6,936
+0.3%
49 Core i9-14900KF 6,924
+0.1%
50 Core i9-13900KF 6,918
51 Xeon Gold 6430 6,901
-0.2%
52 EPYC 7402 6,890
-0.4%
53 Xeon w7-2495X 6,872
-0.7%
54 Xeon W-3175X 6,854
-0.9%
55 Xeon Gold 6442Y 6,805
-1.6%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i9-13900KF based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

6,355 Rank: 76
Rank Name Score Visual
72 Core i9-13900K 6,404
+0.8%
73 Core i9-14900KF 6,379
+0.4%
74 Core i9-14900K 6,377
+0.3%
75 Xeon Silver 4416+ 6,376
+0.3%
76 Core i9-13900KF 6,355
77 Xeon w5-2465X 6,350
-0.1%
78 Xeon Gold 6444Y 6,324
-0.5%
79 Ryzen 9 7945HX 6,324
-0.5%
80 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX 6,318
-0.6%
81 Ryzen 9 7900 6,287
-1.1%

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Core i9-13900KF Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Core i9-13900KF remains a high-performance desktop processor, showcasing its enduring relevance in the enthusiast and content creation space. Launched in September 2022, the i9-13900KF is built on Intel's Raptor Lake-S architecture and sits at the top tier of the Core i9 lineup, targeting power users who demand extreme single- and multi-threaded performance. With a 24-core, 32-thread configuration, it leverages Intel's hybrid design, combining 8 performance cores with 16 efficiency cores, and is capable of boosting up to 5.8 GHz under optimal conditions. The processor is manufactured on a 10 nm process and features a substantial 34.332 MiB of L3 cache, supporting both DDR4 and DDR5 memory across a dual-channel interface. It operates at a base frequency of 3.0 GHz and is designed for Socket 1700 motherboards, requiring a Z690 or Z790 chipset for full feature support.

In terms of performance, the Core i9-13900KF achieves an Overall Score of 8002, ranking #23 among 2060 processors, placing it just behind the Core Ultra 7 265KF and above the Ryzen 9 7950X. Its Singlecore Score of 8156 ranks #11 globally, indicating exceptional single-threaded performance, while its Multicore Score of 7772 places it at #40, demonstrating strong scalability across multiple cores. This performance profile highlights the i9-13900KF as a top-tier choice for gaming, content creation, and professional workloads, though it trails behind newer models like the Core i9-14900K and Core Ultra 7 265KF. The processor’s performance is particularly competitive against AMD’s Ryzen Threadripper PRO and EPYC lines, though it falls short of the highest-end workstation chips.

The i9-13900KF does not include integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for display output. It supports a wide array of technologies, including AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel's Turbo Boost 2.0, with features like VT-x and VT-d enabling robust virtualization capabilities. ECC memory support is included, making it suitable for mission-critical systems, and the processor is unlocked, allowing for easy overclocking. With a TDP of 125 W and a maximum temperature of 100°C, it demands effective cooling solutions, particularly under sustained workloads. Despite its age, the Core i9-13900KF remains a compelling option for users seeking high performance in a mainstream desktop platform, especially where single-threaded responsiveness and multi-core throughput are both critical.

Benchmark data reveals the i9-13900KF’s strengths in both single-core and multi-core tasks, with its Singlecore Score ranking it among the fastest desktop CPUs available. However, its multicore performance, while impressive, is slightly overshadowed by newer processors in Intel’s lineup and AMD’s high-end offerings. In the Passmark tests, it scores 6659 in Number Crunching, 6918 in Data Processing, and 6355 in Physics Compute, reflecting a balanced but not dominant performance profile in computationally intensive scenarios. The processor competes closely with the Core i9-14900KF and Ryzen 9 7950X, but falls behind more recent releases in both raw speed and efficiency.

In conclusion, the Core i9-13900KF is a powerful, versatile processor that continues to deliver high performance in demanding applications. Its strong single-core performance and broad feature set make it ideal for gamers, streamers, and professionals working with video editing, 3D rendering, and software development. While newer models have since emerged, the i9-13900KF remains a top contender in the desktop market, particularly for those who value performance-per-dollar and the ability to leverage Intel’s extensive ecosystem. Its legacy as a flagship consumer CPU endures, even as the industry evolves toward more efficient and powerful architectures.
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Intel Core i9-13900KF

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i9-13900KF
Cores: 24
Threads: 32
Base Frequency: 3000 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 30x (unlocked)
Core Name: Raptor Lake-S
Socket: Socket 1700
Package: FC-LGA16A
Target Segment: Desktop
TDP: 125 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 77.824 KiB
L2 Cache: 1.907 MiB
L3 Cache: 34.332 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4, DDR5

Physical Specifications

Process: 10 nm
Die Area: 257 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C TBT 2.0 EIST TXT VT-x VT-d SHA TSX TVB
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