Intel Core i9-12900K vs Intel Core i9-13900KS

In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i9-12900K and Intel Core i9-13900KS CPUs. The Intel Core i9-12900K is 47% slower and 92% cheaper than Intel Core i9-13900KS.

Specifications comparison

Intel Core i9-12900K
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PRICE£305.27£585.99
CPU MARK4121460641
VALUE135103
SOCKETLGA 1700LGA 1700
TDP241W150W
EFFICIENCY171404
CORES8 x 3.20 GHz8 x 3.20 GHz
TURBO5.20 GHz6.00 GHz
THREADS41364712
DATEQ4/2021Q1/2023

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i9-12900K

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 7 7700
34472
£256.64
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
34296
£359.99
AMD Ryzen 9 7900
48335
£458

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i9-13900KS

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D
62382
£594.59
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X
51402
£393.66
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
50315
£458.99

Is Intel Core i9-12900K better than Intel Core i9-13900KS?

When considering value for money, the Intel Core i9-12900K offers a better deal than the Intel Core i9-13900KS by 24%.


The Intel Core i9-12900K is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 241 watts and a CPUMark score of 41214. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 171. The Intel Core i9-13900KS efficiency score is 404. So, the Intel Core i9-13900KS leads by 136%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


The value score is calculated by comparing the benchmark score with the price.