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

In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i9-13900K and Intel Core i9-13900KS CPUs. The Intel Core i9-13900K is 4% slower and 59% cheaper than Intel Core i9-13900KS.

Specifications comparison

Intel Core i9-13900K
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PRICE£367.97£585.99
CPU MARK5857660641
VALUE159103
SOCKETLGA 1700LGA 1700
TDP125W150W
EFFICIENCY469404
CORES8 x 3.00 GHz8 x 3.20 GHz
TURBO5.80 GHz6.00 GHz
THREADS46084712
DATEQ3/2022Q1/2023

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i9-13900K

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

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

When considering value for money, the Intel Core i9-13900K offers a better deal than the Intel Core i9-13900KS by 35%.


The Intel Core i9-13900K is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 125 watts and a CPUMark score of 58576. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 469. The Intel Core i9-13900KS efficiency score is 404. So, the Intel Core i9-13900K leads by 14%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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