Core i9-13900KS
24C/32T · 6.0 GHz · 150 W · PassMark #170
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX
16C/32T · 5.3 GHz · 350 W TDP · sTR5 · PassMark #175
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Core i9-13900KS lands at 33 and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX at 33. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Core i9-13900KS if…
- ✓PassMark #170 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
- ✓Current PassMark-tracked street price around $521
Pick Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX if…
- ✓PassMark #175 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
- ✓Workstation-tier core counts for rendering and compilation
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testValue for money
Core i9-13900KSSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Core i9-13900KS more score per dollar ($521 vs $4,000).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Core i9-13900KS | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | ▲ 24 (8P + 16E) | 16 |
| Threads | 32 | 32 |
| Base clock | 3.2 GHz (P) / 2.4 GHz (E) | 4.5 GHz |
| Boost clock | 6.0 GHz | 5.3 GHz |
| L3 cache | 36 MB | ▲ 64 MB |
| TDP | 150 W base / 253 W max | 350 W |
| Socket | LGA 1700 | sTR5 |
| Class | Desktop | Desktop, Server |
| PassMark rank | #170 of 5,901 | #175 of 5,901 |
| PassMark CPU Mark | ▲ 60,485 | 60,031 |
Core i9-13900KS
- +PassMark #170 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
- +Current PassMark-tracked street price around $521
- −Requires recent-generation motherboard and DDR5 memory
- −Newer-generation parts pull ahead in current rankings
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX
- +PassMark #175 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
- +Workstation-tier core counts for rendering and compilation
- −Workstation platform — overkill for gaming-only builds
- −Newer-generation parts pull ahead in current rankings
FAQ: Core i9-13900KS vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX
Which is better, Core i9-13900KS or Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX? +
Both score 33 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Core i9-13900KS worth the price? +
At $521, Core i9-13900KS delivers a Specdex score of 33 — strongest in passmark.
Is Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX worth the price? +
At $4,000, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX delivers a Specdex score of 33 — strongest in passmark.
Does Core i9-13900KS or Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX 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 i9-13900KS or Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX? +
Core i9-13900KS — more score per dollar ($521 vs $4,000). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.