Compare / Core i9-13900KS vs Ryzen 9 9900X
Core i9-13900KS vs Ryzen 9 9900X: which is better?
Core i9-13900KS and Ryzen 9 9900X perform almost the same in games (4K · high settings · RTX 5090). Core i9-13900KS offers better value for money.
VS
Cheaper: Core i9-13900KSValue: Core i9-13900KS
Head to head
88%
Gaming performance
85%
91/100
Part score
89/100
186 FPS
Average FPS
186 FPS
≈ $416
Approx. price
≈ $520
100/100
Value for money
77/100
Specifications
| Core i9-13900KS | Ryzen 9 9900X | |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 24 | 12 / 24 |
| Max boost | 6 GHz | 5.6 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 150 W | 120 W |
| Socket | LGA1700 | AM5 |
| Memory | DDR4 / DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Integrated graphics | Yes | Yes |
| Release year | 2023 | 2024 |
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Estimated FPS in games
Core i9-13900KSRyzen 9 9900X
186average FPS
186average FPS