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CPU
94%
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GPU
85%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-13900F

51,730 Benchmark Score
Top 6% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A310

7,550 Benchmark Score
Top 15% Market Ranking
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0-30
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30-60
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60-85
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85-100
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70-89

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50-69

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The Intel Core i9-13900F is a 24-core, 32-thread desktop processor built on Intel’s Raptor Lake architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm². It operates with a base clock of 2000.00 MHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, drawing a 65 W TDP. Its cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3. The CPU supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory, includes ECC memory support, and offers PCIe Gen 5 with 20 CPU lanes. It fits the Intel Socket 1700 and was released on 2023-01-03 with a launch MSRP of $524. In benchmark results, the 13900F achieves a 91st percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 51730. Its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, scores 51947, a delta of -0.4%, meaning the 13900F trails by a negligible margin. The Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX scores 52073 (-0.7%), while the AMD EPYC 8124P scores 52121 (-0.7%), and the Intel Core Ultra 9 285T scores 51310 (+0.8%), putting the 13900F slightly ahead of that last rival. No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination, so all frame-rate discussion must be treated as estimated from benchmark scores.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-13900F delivers a hybrid configuration of 24 cores and 32 threads, which is substantial for heavily threaded workloads. The Raptor Lake architecture, with its 10 nm process, provides a high boost clock of 5.60 GHz, making single-threaded performance a strong point. In the 3dmark tests, the single-thread score is 1145, while the 2-thread score doubles to 2265, indicating near-linear scaling at low thread counts. The 4-thread score reaches 4393, and 8 threads yield 7426. At 16 threads, the score jumps to 9957, and with all threads active (max_threads), it hits 13985. This scaling pattern shows efficiency gains up to 8 threads, then a more gradual increase as the core count saturates, typical of a processor with many cores but finite memory bandwidth.

Cinebench results reinforce the multi-core strength. The R15 multicore score is 4125, while single-core is 582. R20 multicore reaches 17189, and single-core 2426. The R23 multicore score is a robust 40928, with single-core at 5778. Geekbench multicore is 19680, and single-core 2533. Passmark tests show integer math at 188022, floating-point math at 131007, and extended instructions at 36525. Data compression scores 635147, while data encryption is 38214. Random string sorting hits 70441, and find prime numbers yields 204. The multithread Passmark score is 49693, with single-thread at 4406. These numbers indicate a processor that excels in CPU-bound tasks such as video encoding, 3D rendering, and scientific simulations, where the 32 threads can be fully utilized.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the 13900F sits within a tight performance band. The Ryzen 9 5950X is essentially tied, with a delta of -0.4%, meaning the 13900F is just 0.4% slower on average. The Core Ultra 5 235HX and EPYC 8124P are also within 0.7% slower, while the Core Ultra 9 285T is 0.8% faster. In practical terms, this means the 13900F is competitive with high-end desktop and server-class parts from the same era, though it does not dominate any of them. The 91st percentile ranking confirms that it outperforms the vast majority of CPUs on the market, but the top 9% of processors hold a clear edge.

For real workloads, the 13900F’s strong single-thread score (1145 in 3dmark single-thread, 5778 in R23 single-core) means everyday applications, web browsing, and office productivity will feel snappy. The multi-thread scores (13985 in 3dmark max threads, 40928 in R23 multicore) translate to faster compile times, shorter video exports, and smoother multitasking with many background threads. The 36 MB L3 cache helps with data-heavy tasks, but the dual-channel memory bus may limit memory-bound applications compared to quad-channel platforms.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core i9-13900F compare to the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X?

A: The 13900F has an average benchmark score of 51730, while the Ryzen 9 5950X scores 51947. This is a delta of -0.4%, meaning the 13900F is effectively tied with the 5950X, trailing by less than half a percent on average.

Q: What is the boost clock of the i9-13900F and what does that mean for single-thread performance?

A: The boost clock is 5.60 GHz. In single-thread benchmarks, it scores 1145 in 3dmark single-thread and 4406 in Passmark single-thread, indicating fast response in lightly threaded applications.

Q: Does the i9-13900F support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the CPU supports ECC memory. It also supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders flexibility in platform choice.

Q: What is the TDP of the i9-13900F, and does it require a high-end cooler?

A: The TDP is 65 W. This is a modest figure for a 24-core processor, so a capable air cooler or a basic liquid cooler should be sufficient, though actual power draw may vary under heavy loads.

Q: How does the i9-13900F perform in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The R23 multicore score is 40928, while single-core is 5778. This places it well above average for multi-threaded rendering tasks, though it trails the top-tier HEDT parts.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth situation for this CPU?

A: The memory bus is dual-channel, supporting DDR4 and DDR5. The FACT PACK does not list a specific memory bandwidth figure, but the dual-channel configuration may limit performance in memory-heavy workloads compared to quad-channel platforms.

Q: Is the i9-13900F unlocked for overclocking?

A: No, the multiplier is not unlocked. The boost clock of 5.60 GHz is the maximum achievable, and overclocking is not supported on this model.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i9-13900F uses the Intel Socket 1700, which is the platform for 12th and 13th generation Core processors. This socket supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, though the motherboard choice will determine which type you use. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU itself, allowing for fast NVMe storage and graphics cards, though the specific GPU in this build uses PCIe 4.0 x8. For a future upgrade, a user could move to a higher-tier 13th Gen processor on the same socket, but the 13900F is already near the top of that lineup. The 65 W TDP means that a power supply of 200 W is suggested for the GPU alone, but the overall system power draw will depend on other components. Given the 91st percentile CPU ranking, a sensible next upgrade would be to a newer platform with PCIe Gen 5 support and DDR5 memory, but the current platform is not a bottleneck for most workloads. The ECC memory support is a plus for users who need data integrity in workstation tasks.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: With no measured FPS data, estimates from benchmark scores suggest the 13900F’s strong single-thread performance (1145 in 3dmark single-thread) will handle high-refresh gaming well, but the GPU pairing (Intel Arc A310) is the limiting factor. The Arc A310 has a 40th percentile ranking among all GPUs, so high-refresh gaming at 1080p would be constrained by the GPU, not the CPU.

Streaming: The 32 threads of the 13900F provide ample headroom for encoding video while gaming. Passmark multithread score of 49693 and data encryption score of 38214 indicate that simultaneous streaming and gaming workloads would not starve the CPU, though the GPU’s capabilities may limit the stream quality at high resolutions.

Video editing: Cinebench R23 multicore score of 40928 translates to fast rendering times in video editing software. The 13900F can handle 4K timelines and exports efficiently, while the Arc A310’s 4 GB VRAM and 124.0 GB/s bandwidth may struggle with large project files or GPU-accelerated effects.

3D rendering: The 24 cores and 32 threads, combined with the R20 multicore score of 17189, make the 13900F a strong choice for CPU-based 3D rendering. The Arc A310’s 2.688 TFLOPS FP32 performance is modest, so GPU rendering would be slow, but CPU rendering would be productive.

Software development: The 13900F excels at compilation tasks, with Passmark integer math at 188022 and floating-point math at 131007. The high multi-thread scores (49693 in Passmark multithread) mean faster build times for large codebases, while the single-thread score of 4406 keeps interactive tools responsive.

Student and office work: For everyday tasks, the 13900F is overkill, but the 4406 Passmark single-thread score ensures snappy response in spreadsheets, word processors, and web browsing. The 65 W TDP means it can run in a modest desktop system without excessive heat or noise, making it a capable, if expensive, office workstation.

Balance and Bottleneck

In this pairing, the Intel Arc A310 is the clear bottleneck in most workloads. The CPU’s 91st percentile ranking versus the GPU’s 40th percentile means that the processor is far more capable than the graphics card. For gaming, the CPU’s high single-thread score (1145 in 3dmark single-thread) would allow high frame rates, but the GPU’s Passmark G3D score of 5433 and DirectX 12 score of 29 suggest that actual FPS in modern games would be low, likely below 30 FPS at 1080p on ultra settings. The GPU’s 4 GB VRAM is also a limiting factor for textures and resolution. In compute tasks, the CPU’s 13985 3dmark max_threads score and 40928 Cinebench R23 multicore score dominate, while the GPU’s 2157 Passmark compute score is minimal. This imbalance means that for CPU-bound workloads like rendering or compilation, the system performs well, but for GPU-bound tasks like gaming or GPU acceleration, the system underperforms relative to the CPU’s potential. The FPS scaling estimates would show that the GPU saturates long before the CPU reaches its limits, making the Arc A310 the primary constraint in any graphics-heavy application.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A310 is a desktop GPU based on the Xe-HPG architecture, with a chip codenamed DG2-128, manufactured on a 6 nm process at TSMC, with 7,200 million transistors on a 157 mm² die. It has 768 shading units, 32 texture mapping units, and 16 ROPs. The base and boost clocks are both 1750 MHz, with memory clocked at 1937 MHz, translating to 15.5 Gbps effective. The memory configuration is 4 GB of GDDR6 on a 64-bit bus, providing 124.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU includes 6 ray tracing cores, though tensor cores are not listed. The pixel rate is 28.00 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 56.00 GTexel/s. FP32 performance is 2.688 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 5.376 TFLOPS (2:1). The TDP is 30 W, with a suggested PSU of 200 W, and it requires no power connectors, running on slot power alone. It is a single-slot card with 4x mini-DisplayPort 2.0 outputs and uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface. It supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The production status is end-of-life, released on 2022-10-11, with a predecessor of Xe Graphics and a successor of Battlemage.

In benchmarks, the Arc A310 scores 30607 in Geekbench OpenCL and 28964 in Vulkan. Passmark scores are 31 for DirectX 10, 33 for DirectX 11, 29 for DirectX 12, and 69 for DirectX 9. The G2D score is 625, G3D is 5433, and GPU compute is 2157. The average benchmark score is 7550, placing it in the 40th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon R7 250 (7557, -0.1%), AMD Radeon Pro WX 3100 (7580, -0.4%), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 (7472, +1%), and AMD Radeon HD 8850M (7447, +1.4%). This means the Arc A310 performs nearly identically to a GTX 1650, trailing by just 1%, and is slightly ahead of the R7 250 and HD 8850M. For rendering, the 2.688 TFLOPS FP32 performance is entry-level, and the 124.0 GB/s bandwidth may bottleneck high-resolution textures. The 6 ray tracing cores provide some RT capability, but the low compute throughput means RT effects would be heavy. The 4 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p gaming with reduced settings, but modern AAA titles at high detail would exceed this capacity.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who need a high-end CPU for multi-threaded productivity but do not require strong gaming or GPU compute performance. Gamers at 1080p with low-to-medium settings could use the Arc A310, but the 40th percentile GPU ranking means frame rates will be modest, and high-refresh gaming is not realistic. Content creators who work mostly in CPU-bound applications like video encoding, 3D rendering, or software compilation will benefit from the 13900F’s 91st percentile ranking and 32 threads. The 65 W TDP and 200 W suggested PSU make this a low-power build, suitable for small form factor or office desktops. Students and office workers doing word processing, spreadsheets, and web browsing will find the system responsive, though the CPU is far more powerful than needed. Small business workstations that run database queries or data analysis software will see strong performance from the 13900F’s integer math scores (188022) and data compression score (635147). However, the GPU’s end-of-life status and limited VRAM make it unsuitable for professional GPU rendering or machine learning workloads. This pairing is best for users who prioritize CPU performance and are willing to accept the GPU’s entry-level capabilities.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build (buildClass: desktop) combining the Intel Core i9-13900F with the Intel Arc A310. The CPU is a 24-core, 32-thread processor from Intel’s Core 13th Gen series, based on Raptor Lake architecture, with a 91st percentile ranking among all CPUs. The GPU is an Intel Arc A310, based on Xe-HPG architecture with 4 GB GDDR6 memory, ranked in the 40th percentile among all GPUs. The combined percentile for this pairing is 66, indicating that the overall system outperforms 66% of all builds in the database, but it is heavily skewed by the CPU’s strength. The CPU’s average benchmark score is 51730, while the GPU’s is 7550. This is a system where the CPU does the heavy lifting, and the GPU is a secondary component. For a user who needs maximum CPU throughput for professional work and only occasional light graphics use, this is a sensible pairing. For anyone expecting balanced gaming or GPU compute performance, the Arc A310 would be a disappointment.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i9-13900F achieves an average benchmark score of 51730, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, scores 51947, which is 0.4% higher. The Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX scores 52073 (0.7% higher), and the AMD EPYC 8124P scores 52121 (0.7% higher). The Intel Core Ultra 9 285T scores 51310, which is 0.8% lower than the 13900F. In specific tests, the 13900F scores 40928 in Cinebench R23 multicore and 5778 in single-core, 19680 in Geekbench multicore and 2533 in single-core, and 49693 in Passmark multithread with 4406 in single-thread. The Intel Arc A310 has an average benchmark score of 7550, ranking in the 40th percentile of all GPUs. Its closest rival is the AMD Radeon R7 250 at 7557 (0.1% higher), followed by the AMD Radeon Pro WX 3100 at 7580 (0.4% higher), the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 at 7472 (1.0% lower), and the AMD Radeon HD 8850M at 7447 (1.4% lower). The GPU scores 30607 in Geekbench OpenCL and 28964 in Vulkan, with a Passmark G3D score of 5433 and compute score of 2157. No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination, so all frame rate estimates are derived from these benchmark scores. The combined picture is a system with exceptional CPU performance (91st percentile) and below-average GPU performance (40th percentile), resulting in a combined percentile of 66. For CPU-bound tasks, this build delivers top-tier results; for GPU-bound tasks, it performs at a level comparable to a GTX 1650, which is adequate for older or lighter games but not for modern high-detail gaming.