Core i9-13900KS

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i9-13900KS

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

8,295 Rank: 14
Rank Name Score Visual
10 Ryzen 9 9950X3D 8,419
+1.5%
11 Core i9-14900KS 8,361
+0.8%
12 Ryzen 9 9950X 8,356
+0.7%
13 Ryzen Threadripper 7970X 8,313
+0.2%
14 Core i9-13900KS 8,295
15 Core i9-13900K 8,182
-1.4%
16 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX 8,165
-1.6%
17 Core i9-14900KF 8,144
-1.8%
18 Ryzen Threadripper 7960X 8,132
-2%
19 Core i9-14900K 8,131
-2%

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Multicore Score

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

8,222 Rank: 21
Rank Name Score Visual
17 Xeon w9-3495X 8,763
+6.6%
18 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX 8,600
+4.6%
19 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX 8,437
+2.6%
20 EPYC 7642 8,338
+1.4%
21 Core i9-13900KS 8,222
22 Core i9-14900KS 8,176
-0.6%
23 Core Ultra 9 285K 8,160
-0.8%
24 Ryzen 9 9950X3D 8,151
-0.9%
25 Core i9-13900K 8,141
-1%
26 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX 8,119
-1.3%

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Singlecore Score

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

8,343 Rank: 5
Rank Name Score Visual
1 Core Ultra 9 285K 8,776
+5.2%
2 Ryzen 9 9950X3D 8,598
+3.1%
3 Ryzen 9 9950X 8,587
+2.9%
4 Core i9-14900KS 8,485
+1.7%
5 Core i9-13900KS 8,343
6 Core Ultra 7 265K 8,332
-0.1%
7 Core Ultra 7 265KF 8,326
-0.2%
8 Core i9-14900KF 8,318
-0.3%
9 Core i9-14900K 8,308
-0.4%
10 Core i9-13900K 8,210
-1.6%

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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 i9-13900KS based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

6,776 Rank: 50
Rank Name Score Visual
46 Ryzen Threadripper 3960X 6,886
+1.6%
47 Ryzen 9 9900X 6,876
+1.5%
48 Xeon w7-2495X 6,856
+1.2%
49 Xeon Platinum 8351N 6,810
+0.5%
50 Core i9-13900KS 6,776
51 Core i9-14900KS 6,761
-0.2%
52 EPYC 7502P 6,759
-0.3%
53 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX 6,736
-0.6%
54 Ryzen AI Max+ 395 6,701
-1.1%
55 Core i9-14900K 6,696
-1.2%

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Data Processing

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

7,012 Rank: 43
Rank Name Score Visual
39 Xeon w7-3465X 7,070
+0.8%
40 Xeon w9-3475X 7,042
+0.4%
41 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX 7,013
+0%
42 Core i9-14900KS 7,012
+0%
43 Core i9-13900KS 7,012
44 Ryzen 9 7950X3D 6,999
-0.2%
45 Xeon Gold 6348 6,988
-0.3%
46 EPYC 7551P 6,977
-0.5%
47 Core i9-13900K 6,936
-1.1%
48 Core i9-14900K 6,936
-1.1%

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Physics & Compute

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

6,546 Rank: 61
Rank Name Score Visual
57 Xeon Gold 6348 6,637
+1.4%
58 EPYC 7402P 6,603
+0.9%
59 Ryzen 7 7700 6,600
+0.8%
60 Xeon w7-3445 6,549
+0%
61 Core i9-13900KS 6,546
62 Ryzen 7 9800X3D 6,543
+-0%
63 EPYC 7452 6,542
-0.1%
64 Xeon Gold 5418Y 6,526
-0.3%
65 Xeon W-3345 6,509
-0.6%
66 Core Ultra 9 275HX 6,501
-0.7%

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Core i9-13900KS Details

The Intel Core i9-13900KS stands out as a high-performance desktop processor that builds upon the Raptor Lake architecture, offering a significant leap in clock speeds and performance compared to its predecessors. Launched in early 2023, the i9-13900KS is part of Intel's top-tier Core i9 lineup and is designed for enthusiasts and power users who demand maximum single-core and multi-core performance. While it's now over three years old, its competitive benchmark results still place it among the elite desktop CPUs as of early 2026. The processor features a 24-core configuration—comprising 8 Performance Cores and 16 Efficient Cores—with simultaneous multithreading enabling a total of 32 threads. This configuration allows it to handle demanding workloads in content creation, software development, and high-end gaming with ease.

At the heart of the i9-13900KS is Intel's 10 nm process node, which supports a base clock of 3.2 GHz and a turbo frequency of up to 6.0 GHz. This boost capability, powered by Intel's Turbo Boost 2.0 and Thermal Velocity Boost technologies, enables the processor to deliver exceptional single-threaded performance. The chip is packaged in the LGA 1700 socket and has a TDP of 150 W, indicating a high power draw that necessitates robust cooling solutions. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel architecture, achieving a maximum rated speed of 5600 MT/s, and can be overclocked further with compatible memory. The processor also supports ECC memory, a feature beneficial for professional and server-grade applications where data integrity is critical.

The Core i9-13900KS integrates Intel's UHD Graphics 770, which provides basic visual output for systems without a discrete GPU. This integrated graphics solution, while not suitable for gaming, is capable of handling multimedia playback and light graphical tasks. The processor includes a comprehensive set of instruction set extensions, including AVX, AVX2, and BMI, ensuring compatibility with modern software and optimization for computational tasks. It also supports Intel's hardware virtualization technologies, such as VT-x and VT-d, which enhance virtual machine performance and enable features like PCIe passthrough.

In benchmark testing, the Core i9-13900KS achieves an overall score of 8295, placing it 14th among 2060 processors in the overall ranking. Its single-core score of 8343 ranks it fifth, highlighting its dominance in single-threaded performance, while its multicore score of 8222 places it 21st in that category. These results position it just behind the Core i9-14900KS and ahead of the Core i9-13900K, indicating that while it remains powerful, newer models have slightly surpassed it. Despite this, the i9-13900KS continues to deliver excellent performance for gaming, streaming, and productivity workloads.

In conclusion, the Intel Core i9-13900KS is a high-end desktop CPU that excels in single-threaded tasks and remains a strong performer in multicore applications. Its high clock speeds, large cache hierarchy—including 36 MB of L3 cache—and advanced features make it ideal for power users and professionals. As of February 2026, it remains a compelling option for those seeking a balance of raw performance and versatility, particularly in systems where overclocking and thermal headroom are priorities.
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Intel Core i9-13900KS

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i9-13900KS
Cores: 24
Threads: 32
Base Frequency: 3200 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 32x (unlocked)
Core Name: Raptor Lake-S
Socket: Socket 1700
Package: FC-LGA16A
Target Segment: Desktop
TDP: 150 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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