Performance and Architecture
- 13th Generation Intel Core i9 CPU with Raptor Lake architecture — high performance for gaming, content creation & productivity.
- 24 total cores (8 Performance + 16 Efficient) with 32 threads for excellent multitasking and heavy workloads.
- Unlocked multiplier — overclockable for enthusiasts who want extra performance tuning.
- Hybrid core design intelligently distributes tasks for efficiency and speed.
Clock Speeds
- Base Clock: 3.0 GHz (P-cores) / 2.2 GHz (E-cores).
- Max Turbo up to 5.8 GHz — excellent single-core performance for demanding apps and games.
- Includes Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 & Thermal Velocity Boost for adaptive performance increases.
Cache & Memory
- 36 MB Intel® Smart Cache — large shared cache for faster data access.
- Supports dual-channel DDR5 (up to 5600 MT/s) and DDR4 (up to 3200 MT/s) memory.
- Up to 192 GB memory capacity (varies by motherboard).
Platform & Compatibility
- LGA 1700 socket — works with Z690, Z790 motherboards (with correct BIOS).
- PCIe 5.0 & 4.0 support (20 lanes) — great for latest GPUs and fast NVMe storage.
- No integrated graphics (“KF” means discrete GPU required).
Power & Efficiency – Base TDP: 125 W and Maximum Turbo Power up to 253 W — powerful but needs solid cooling.
Features & Technologies
- Intel Hyper-Threading for better parallel processing.
- Intel Thread Director — optimized task scheduling across cores.
- Security & acceleration features (AES-NI, Deep Learning Boost, virtualization tech).
Ideal For – Enthusiast gaming rigs, content creation, 3D rendering, video editing, and heavy multitasking workflows.
Technical Details
| Brand | Intel |
| Processor Type | Desktop Processor |
| Processor Name | Intel Core i9-13900KF |
| Generation / Architecture | 13th Gen (Raptor Lake-S) |
| Cores / Threads | 24 Cores (8 Performance + 16 Efficient) / 32 Threads |
| Performance-Core Base | 3.00 GHz |
| Efficient-Core Base | 2.20 GHz |
| Max Turbo Frequency | Up to 5.80 GHz |
| Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost | Up to 5.80 GHz |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Max 3.0 | Up to 5.70 GHz |
| Cache | 36 MB Intel® Smart Cache (L3) |
| L2 Cache | 32 MB (Total) |
| Socket | LGA 1700 |
| Memory Support | DDR5-5600 / DDR4-3200 (Dual-Channel) |
| Max Memory Size | Up to 192 GB |
| PCIe Support | PCIe 5.0 & PCIe 4.0 (20 lanes total) |
| Integrated Graphics | None (Requires discrete GPU) |
| TDP (Base / PL1) | 125 W |
| Max Turbo Power (PL2) | 253 W |
| Process Node | Intel 7 (10 nm class) |
| Advanced Technologies | Intel Thread Director, Deep Learning Boost, Gaussian & Neural Accelerator, Speed Shift, Hyper-Threading, VT-x/VT-d |
| Max Operating Temp | 100 °C |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
