24-Core Design
The Core i9-13900KS features 24 processor cores.
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Intel
Core i9-13900KS
Special-edition 24-core CPU notable for its 6GHz maximum turbo.
General Information
- Brand
- Intel
- Name
- Core i9-13900KS
- Category
- Computer Processors
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$519.99
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AmazonIn Stock
$659.99Last updated: 11/6/2026
BuyProduct Highlights
The most important capabilities and tradeoffs at a glance.
Up to 6.0 GHz Turbo
Its maximum turbo clock speed reaches 6.0 GHz.
Special-Edition Model
This Intel Core i9 processor is offered as a special-edition model.
The Intel Core i9-13900KS is a special-edition 24-core processor with a maximum turbo clock speed of 6.0 GHz.
Media Reviews
Independent perspectives and scores from published reviews.
Tom's Hardware
Intel Core i9-13900KS Review: The World's First 6 GHz 320W CPU
Fastest gaming and single-thread CPU, but its small gains over the 13900K do not justify its high price and power use.
Paul Alcorn · Jan 29, 2023
PCMag3.5/5
Intel Core i9-13900KS
Excellent absolute performance, but nearly identical to the 13900K and poorly value-for-money at its higher price.
Michael Justin Allen Sexton · Mar 8, 2023
TechPowerUp
Intel Core i9-13900KS Review - The Empire Strikes Back
A high-end enthusiast CPU with top gaming and application performance, aimed at overclocking and benchmark enthusiasts.
W1zzard · Apr 21, 2023
HotHardware
Intel Core i9-13900KS Review: First To 6GHz, Fastest CPU Yet
Blazing single-thread performance and fast DDR5 support, but high power consumption, aggressive pricing, and demanding cooling requirements.
Marco Chiappetta · Jan 20, 2023
TechSpot
Intel Core i9-13900KS Review: Hitting 6 GHz
Only marginal gains over the 13900K at a substantial premium; TechSpot recommends most buyers avoid it.
Steven Walton · Jan 13, 2023
Video Analysis
Product walkthroughs, comparisons, and long-form video reviews.
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Gamers Nexus · youtube
14:14
Intel's Zen 4 3D V-Cache Counter, Core i9-13900KS Review & Benchmarks
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246,692 views · 3 years ago
Hardware Unboxed · youtube
8:06
The Intel i9 13900KS is So Much Better Than the 13900K- Here is The Proof!
The FASTEST Gaming CPU The New i9 13900KS use a lot less Watts than the 13900K but will it best the AMD 9 7950X3D.
54,177 views · 3 years ago
Tally Ho Tech · youtube
11:21
Is Intel’s BLAZING FAST i9 13900KS REALLY Worth It for Gaming?
Wendell checks out the Intel 13900KS, and makes the case that maybe there's more to achieving high frame rates than raw clock ...
51,273 views · 3 years ago
Level1Techs · youtube
6:48
Intel Core i9-13900KS Review: Redlining the 13900K
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3,004 views · 3 years ago
TechPowerUp · youtube
2:46
Unleashing the Power: Intel Core i9-13900KS Review
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UK Pro Reviewer · youtube
Attributes
Detailed specifications and product characteristics.
ArchitectureRaptor Lake
Base Clock Speed(GHz)3.2 GHz
Cache Size(MB)36 MB
Core Count(cores)24 cores
Cpu SocketLGA1700
Included CoolerNo
Integrated GraphicsYes
Launch DateQ1 2023
Manufacturing ProcessIntel 7
Max Boost Clock Speed(GHz)6 GHz
Memory SupportDDR5-5600 / DDR4-3200
Overclocking SupportYes
Pci Express VersionPCIe 5.0
Price(USD)519.99 USD
Thermal Design Power(W)150 W
Thread Count(threads)32 threads
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AmazonIn Stock
$659.99Last updated: 11/6/2026
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