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Intel

Intel Core i9-13900KS BX8071513900KS desktop processor

SKU CH-ACV1-FTGT3 MPN BX8071513900KS

24-core desktop processor with 32 threads, 5.4 GHz max turbo, DDR5-5600 support and integrated UHD 770 graphics

  • Product nameCore i9-13900KS
  • CPU cores24-Core (8P+16E)
  • CPU socketLGA 1700
  • Maximum turbo clockP-core Max Turbo Frequency: Up to 5.4 GHz E-core Max Turbo F
  • TDP rating150 W
  • Processor classDesktop

Model i9-13900KS

  • 24 cores and 32 threads accelerate multi-tasking workloads
  • P-cores reach 5.4 GHz turbo for peak single-thread speed
  • 36 MB L3 and 32 MB L2 cache reduce data latency
  • DDR5 5600 and DDR4 3200 support with 128 GB capacity
  • PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 provide 20 lanes for fast I/O

Processor identity and target users

The Intel Core i9-13900KS is a 24-core desktop CPU with eight performance cores and sixteen efficient cores. It reaches a 5.4 GHz maximum turbo on performance cores and 4.3 GHz on efficient cores. The processor suits enthusiasts who need high thread counts for rendering, compilation or heavy multitasking.

Included cooling and software impact

No cooler ships in the box, so a separate thermal solution rated for the 150 W base power is required. The unlocked multiplier allows manual frequency tuning when paired with a compatible motherboard firmware. Integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides display output without a discrete GPU.

Platform compatibility checks

Verify that your motherboard uses the LGA 1700 socket and offers a BIOS revision that supports 13th generation Core processors. Confirm the power delivery can sustain the 150 W base rating and any overclocking headroom you plan. Choose DDR4-3200 or DDR5-5600 memory in a dual-channel kit up to 128 GB total.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop Processors, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $604.99
Pricier than about 84% of the 494 comparable items (median $149.99).
CPU cores 24-Core (8P+16E)
Higher than about 90% of the 271 comparable items (median 8).
Maximum turbo clock P-core Max Turbo Frequency: Up to 5.4 GHz E-core Max Turbo Frequency: Up to 4.3 GHz
Higher than about 80% of the 246 comparable items (median 4.7 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIntel
Product lineCore i9 13th Gen
Model nameBX8071513900KS
Product nameCore i9-13900KS
Performance
Working frequencyP-core Base Frequency: 3.2 GHz
E-core Base Frequency: 2.4 GHz
Processor
CPU cores24-Core (8P+16E)
CPU socketLGA 1700
Maximum turbo clockP-core Max Turbo Frequency: Up to 5.4 GHz
E-core Max Turbo Frequency: Up to 4.3 GHz
TDP rating150 W
Processor classDesktop
Processor codenameRaptor Lake
CPU threads32-Threads
Level 2 cache32 MB
Level 3 cache36 MB
Max PCIe lanes20
Memory
Supported memoryDDR4 3200 / DDR5 5600
Channel configuration2
Memory limit128 GB
ECC memorySupported
Graphics
Built-in graphicsIntel UHD Graphics 770
Ports & slots
PCIe generationPCIe 5.0 & 4.0 support
Size & build
Shipping weight0.48 kg
Package size185 × 178 × 76 mm
Compatibility
Compatible systemsWindows 11
In the box
Included coolerNot included - Processor Only

Questions about this item

Will the LGA 1700 cooler mounting need a refresh after a few years of daily 5.4 GHz boosts?

The processor ships without a cooler, so any maintenance depends on the third-party solution you choose; Intel specifies a 150 W base power that your cooler must handle continuously.

What thermal limit kicks in first when all 24 cores sustain load for hours?

The 150 W base power is the sustained ceiling; if the cooling cannot dissipate that heat, the chip will throttle P-cores below 3.2 GHz and E-cores below 2.4 GHz to stay within thermal limits.

How loud and hot does the system get when the 32 threads run flat-out all day?

With a 150 W base power the CPU itself produces significant heat; actual noise and temperature depend entirely on the cooler you install, as none is included in the box.

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