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Official Version Brand new tray CPUIntel Official Version Intel Core I9-13900K Processor Processor

Here’s a detailed comparison table between the Intel Core i9-13900K and Core i9-13900KF:

Feature	Core i9-13900K	Core i9-13900KF
Cores/Threads	24 (8P+16E)/32	24 (8P+16E)/32
Base Clock (P-Core)	3.0 GHz	3.0 GHz
Boost Clock (P-Core)	Up to 5.8 GHz	Up to 5.8 GHz
Base Clock (E-Core)	2.2 GHz	2.2 GHz
Boost Clock (E-Core)	Up to 4.3 GHz	Up to 4.3 GHz
Cache	36MB L3, 20MB L2	36MB L3, 20MB L2
TDP	125W (253W Max Turbo)	125W (253W Max Turbo)
Integrated Graphics	Intel UHD 770	None
Overclocking	Unlocked	Unlocked
PCIe Support	5.0 & 4.0	5.0 & 4.0
Memory Support	DDR4-3200/DDR5-5600	DDR4-3200/DDR5-5600
Socket	LGA 1700	LGA 1700
Manufacturing Process	Intel 7 (10nm)	Intel 7 (10nm)
Launch Price	~$589	~$564

 

1. Core i9-13900K: The Complete Flagship

Key Features:

• 24 Cores (8 Performance + 16 Efficiency) / 32 Threads – Hybrid architecture optimized for multi-threaded workloads.
• Blistering Clock Speeds – Up to 5.8 GHz (P-Core Turbo Boost), 4.3 GHz (E-Core Turbo Boost).
• Intel UHD 770 Graphics – Built-in iGPU for basic display output and troubleshooting.
• Unlocked for Overclocking – Fully adjustable multipliers for extreme tuning.
• 36MB L3 + 20MB L2 Cache – Massive cache pool for gaming and productivity.
• 125W Base TDP (253W Max Turbo Power) – High power draw under load, requiring robust cooling.

Best For:

✔ Gamers who want a backup display option
✔ Workstation users who don’t rely on a dedicated GPU
✔ Overclockers who need maximum flexibility

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2. Core i9-13900KF: The GPU-Dependent Powerhouse

Key Features:

• Same 24C/32T Configuration – Identical core layout and performance as the 13900K.
• Identical Clock Speeds – Matches the 13900K with 5.8 GHz P-Core boost.
• No Integrated Graphics – Requires a dedicated GPU for display output.
• Same Overclocking Potential – Fully unlocked for manual tuning.
• Slightly Cheaper – Typically $20-$30 less than the 13900K at launch.

Best For:

✔ High-end gaming PCs with a powerful discrete GPU
✔ Users who want to save a small amount of money
✔ Builders who will never rely on integrated graphics

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Performance Comparison: No Difference in CPU Power

Both CPUs deliver:
✅ Identical single-core & multi-core performance
✅ Same gaming framerates when paired with a GPU
✅ Identical power efficiency and thermal behavior

The only difference is the presence (or absence) of Intel UHD 770 graphics.