Intel Core i7-13700K vs Intel Core i9-13900KS

In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i7-13700K and Intel Core i9-13900KS CPUs. The Intel Core i7-13700K is 32% slower and 123% cheaper than Intel Core i9-13900KS.

Specifications comparison

Intel Core i7-13700K
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PRICE£263.03£585.99
CPU MARK4587660641
VALUE174103
SOCKETLGA 1700LGA 1700
TDP125W150W
EFFICIENCY367404
CORES8 x 3.40 GHz8 x 3.20 GHz
TURBO5.40 GHz6.00 GHz
THREADS43324712
DATEQ4/2022Q1/2023

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 i9-13900KS

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 i7-13700K better than Intel Core i9-13900KS?

When considering value for money, the Intel Core i7-13700K offers a better deal than the Intel Core i9-13900KS by 41%.


The Intel Core i7-13700K is less 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 i9-13900KS efficiency score is 404. So, the Intel Core i9-13900KS leads by 10%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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