Intel i9-13900K
CPUs

i9-13900K

Intel

Released Oct 1, 2022 · Analysis updated Mar 4, 2026

Intel i9-13900K CPU with 8 performance and 16 efficient cores, Raptor Cove architecture for higher IPC, and DDR4/DDR5 memory support. The Intel i9-13900K scores 87/100 based on 6 expert reviews in the cpus category. Coverage includes reviews from Pcmag, Wepc, Techpowerup, and Tomshardware.

Critic Score

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87

based on 6 expert reviews

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Pros

  • Supports both ddr4 and ddr5(3)

Cons

  • Runs hot(2)
  • Higher power consumption(2)

6 Expert Reviews

95
Major publication10/2022

Intel's "Raptor Lake" Core i9-13900K is the fastest CPU on the market, with leading performance and a higher core count than the competition.

90
Independent publication12/2024

The Intel Core i9-13900K is a powerful flagship CPU with excellent performance but suffers from significant heat issues.

85
Established publication10/2022

The Intel Core i9-13900K delivers excellent multi-threaded performance with its 8P+16E core configuration and aggressive pricing, though it remains power-hungry.

85
Major publication10/2022

The Core i9-13900K delivers class-leading gaming performance and excellent productivity capabilities, though it requires substantial cooling due to high power consumption.

85
Independent publication11/2022

Intel's 13th Gen Raptor Lake CPUs bring significant performance improvements with doubled E-cores and higher turbo frequencies while maintaining competitive pricing.

80
Independent publication10/2022

The Intel Core i9-13900K delivers high performance rivaling AMD Ryzen 7000 series but at the cost of significant power usage and temperature.