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Intel Core i9-13900KS

Explore Intel Core i9-13900KS technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for performance, compatibility and upgrade comparisons.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
9.8/ 10
Technical rating

Excellent

Intel Core i9-13900KS is a Desktop processor with 24 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 60374 and a single-thread rating of 4715. Its stated TDP is 150 W.

CPU Mark60,374
1,654 samples
Single Thread4,715
Overall rank#182
of 6,054
Reference price$449.04

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Excellent
9.8Excellent

Intel Core i9-13900KS is a Desktop processor with 24 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 60374 and a single-thread rating of 4715. Its stated TDP is 150 W.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Intel Core i9-13900KS is a Desktop released in 2023. Recorded specifications include a 150 W reference TDP, a 60,374 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 60,374 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 4,715 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.

Memory and power

Recorded memory support: DDR5-5600. The 150 W TDP helps size the cooling class, but it is not the same as peak wall-power consumption.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key Intel Core i9-13900KS specifications?

The main recorded details are a 150 W reference TDP, a 60,374 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Intel Core i9-13900KS good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the Intel Core i9-13900KS?

A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.

How much power does the Intel Core i9-13900KS use?

The recorded reference TDP is 150 W. Real consumption can be lower or higher depending on power limits, motherboard, workload and cooling.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01Intel Core Ultra 9 290K PlusIntel60,860 points
02Intel Core i9-13900KSThis CPU60,374 points
03AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495AMD60,044 points
05Intel Core i9-14900KSIntel59,821 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01Intel Core Ultra 9 290K PlusIntel4,823 points
02Intel Core i9-14900KSIntel4,806 points
03Intel Core i9-13900KSThis CPU4,715 points
04AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495AMD4,355 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01Intel Core i9-13900KSThis CPU402.5 Mark/W
02Intel Core i9-14900KSIntel398.8 Mark/W

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
809,476.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
47,491.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
47,875.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
256.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
154,207.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
210,539.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
3,426.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
89,806.00

Core specifications

BrandIntel
CategoryDesktop
Release year2023
Socket—
Cores / threads24 / —
Base clock—
Max turbo—
TDP150 W
Integrated graphicsIntel UHD Graphics 770

Memory support

DDR4
Memory typeDDR4 / DDR5
Official speedDDR4-3200 / DDR5-5600
Maximum capacity128 GB

Cache hierarchy

L1I8 x 32 KB
L1D8 x 48 KB
L28 x 2048 KB
L336 MB