Intel Core i3-12100F vs Intel Core i9-13900KS

In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i3-12100F and Intel Core i9-13900KS CPUs. The Intel Core i3-12100F is 333% slower and 775% cheaper than Intel Core i9-13900KS.

Specifications comparison

Intel Core i3-12100F
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PRICE£66.97£585.99
CPU MARK1401560641
VALUE209103
SOCKETLGA 1700LGA 1700
TDP58W150W
EFFICIENCY242404
CORES4 x 3.30 GHz8 x 3.20 GHz
TURBO4.30 GHz6.00 GHz
THREADS34444712
DATEQ1/2022Q1/2023

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i3-12100F

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 5 4600G
16064
£77.97
AMD Ryzen 5 4500
16091
£59.98
AMD Ryzen 3 4300G
10962
£71.97

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 i3-12100F better than Intel Core i9-13900KS?

When considering value for money, the Intel Core i3-12100F offers a better deal than the Intel Core i9-13900KS by 51%.


The Intel Core i3-12100F is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 58 watts and a CPUMark score of 14015. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 242. The Intel Core i9-13900KS efficiency score is 404. So, the Intel Core i9-13900KS leads by 67%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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