Intel Core i7-13700K vs Intel Core i9-12900KS

In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i7-13700K and Intel Core i9-12900KS CPUs. The Intel Core i7-13700K is 5% faster and 10% cheaper than Intel Core i9-12900KS.

Specifications comparison

Intel Core i7-13700K
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PRICE£263.03£289.99
CPU MARK4587643724
VALUE174151
SOCKETLGA 1700LGA 1700
TDP125W150W
EFFICIENCY367291
CORES8 x 3.40 GHz8 x 3.40 GHz
TURBO5.40 GHz5.50 GHz
THREADS43324331
DATEQ4/2022Q2/2022

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i7-13700K

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 9 7900
48335
£458
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
50315
£458.99
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
50315
£529.98

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i9-12900KS

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 9 7900
48335
£458
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
50315
£458.99
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
50315
£529.98

Is Intel Core i7-13700K better than Intel Core i9-12900KS?

When considering value for money, the Intel Core i7-13700K offers a better deal than the Intel Core i9-12900KS by 13%.


The Intel Core i7-13700K is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 125 watts and a CPUMark score of 45876. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 367. The Intel Core i9-12900KS efficiency score is 291. So, the Intel Core i7-13700K leads by 21%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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