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Core i9-13900KF — 24C/32T · 5.8 GHz · 125 W · PassMark #194
Intel

Core i9-13900KF

24C/32T · 5.8 GHz · 125 W · PassMark #194

32
/ 100
From $564
VS
Core Ultra 7 265KF — 20C/20T · 5.5 GHz · 125 W · PassMark #185
Intel

Core Ultra 7 265KF

20C/20T · 5.5 GHz · 125 W · PassMark #185

32
/ 100
From $298
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Core i9-13900KF lands at 32 and Core Ultra 7 265KF at 32. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Core i9-13900KF if…

  • ✓PassMark #194 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
  • ✓Current PassMark-tracked street price around $1,425

Pick Core Ultra 7 265KF if…

  • ✓PassMark #185 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
  • ✓Intel's latest architecture with on-chip NPU
  • ✓Current PassMark-tracked street price around $298
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Value for money

Core Ultra 7 265KF

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Core Ultra 7 265KF more score per dollar ($298 vs $564).

Core i9-13900KF 32
vs
32 Core Ultra 7 265KF

Score breakdown

Core i9-13900KF
32
cpu 32
passmark 57531
Core Ultra 7 265KF
32
cpu 32
passmark 58561

Specs side-by-side

Core i9-13900KF versus Core Ultra 7 265KF — full spec comparison
Spec Core i9-13900KF Core Ultra 7 265KF
Cores
▲ 24 (8P + 16E)
20 (8P + 12E)
Threads
▲ 32
20
Base clock
3.0 GHz (P) / 2.0 GHz (E)
3.9 GHz
Boost clock
5.8 GHz
5.5 GHz
L3 cache
▲ 36 MB
30 MB
TDP
125 W base / 253 W max
125 W base / 250 W turbo
Socket
LGA 1700
LGA 1851
Class
Desktop (no integrated graphics)
Desktop (no integrated graphics)
PassMark rank
#194 of 5,901
#185 of 5,901
PassMark CPU Mark
57,531
▲ 58,561

Core i9-13900KF

Pros
  • +PassMark #194 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
  • +Current PassMark-tracked street price around $1,425
Cons
  • −Requires recent-generation motherboard and DDR5 memory
  • −Newer-generation parts pull ahead in current rankings

Core Ultra 7 265KF

Pros
  • +PassMark #185 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
  • +Intel's latest architecture with on-chip NPU
  • +Current PassMark-tracked street price around $298
Cons
  • −Requires recent-generation motherboard and DDR5 memory
  • −Newer-generation parts pull ahead in current rankings

FAQ: Core i9-13900KF vs Core Ultra 7 265KF

Which is better, Core i9-13900KF or Core Ultra 7 265KF? +

Both score 32 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Core i9-13900KF worth the price? +

At $564, Core i9-13900KF delivers a Specdex score of 32 — strongest in passmark.

Is Core Ultra 7 265KF worth the price? +

At $298, Core Ultra 7 265KF delivers a Specdex score of 32 — strongest in passmark.

Does Core i9-13900KF or Core Ultra 7 265KF last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Core i9-13900KF or Core Ultra 7 265KF? +

Core Ultra 7 265KF — more score per dollar ($298 vs $564). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.