Core i9-13900K
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US launch / reference: $589
Third-party reference ↗Core i9-13900K vs Core i9-14900KF
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Core i9-14900KF
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US launch / reference: $442
Third-party reference ↗Start with the tradeoffs
Consider Core i9-13900K for
- 24 (8P + 16E) CPU cores and 32 threads
- Listed L3 cache: 36 MB
Tradeoff: System and motherboard support must match the LGA 1700 platform.
Consider Core i9-14900KF for
- 24 (8P + 16E) CPU cores and 32 threads
- Listed L3 cache: 36 MB
Tradeoff: System and motherboard support must match the LGA 1700 platform.
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Specifications side by side
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| Specification | Core i9-13900K | Core i9-14900KF |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 24 (8P + 16E) | 24 (8P + 16E) |
| Threads | 32 | 32 |
| Base clock | 3.0 GHz (P) / 2.0 GHz (E) | 3.2 GHz (P) / 2.4 GHz (E) |
| Boost clock | 5.8 GHz | 6.0 GHz |
| L3 cache | 36 MB | 36 MB |
| TDP | 125 W base / 253 W max | 125 W base / 253 W max |
| Socket | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 |
| Class | Desktop | Desktop (no integrated graphics) |
Core i9-13900K
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Core i9-14900KF
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Prices apply to the listed configuration and condition. Tax and shipping are not included unless the retailer states otherwise.