CPU Comparison: Intel Core i9-13900KF vs AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

Key Findings

  • The Intel Core i9-13900KF leads in single-threaded performance by up to 71.9%
  • In multi-threaded workloads, the Intel Core i9-13900KF shows superior performance with a 6.3% advantage
  • The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X has the highest core count with 24 cores

Performance Rankings & Market Position

Intel Core i9-13900KF

Desktop
Release Date
Q4 2022
Market Position
101st fastest in multithreading
4890 CPUs19th fastest in single threading
4890 CPUs27th fastest in
1398 Desktop CPUs

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

Desktop
Release Date
Q4 2019
Market Position
119th fastest in multithreading
4890 CPUs688th fastest in single threading
4890 CPUs28th fastest in
1398 Desktop CPUs

Performance

Single-Thread Performance

i9-13900KF
4,610
3960X
2,682

Multi-Thread Performance

i9-13900KF
58,321
3960X
54,888

Specifications: Intel Core i9-13900KF vs AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

💻CPU Model
Intel Core i9-13900KF
i9-13900KF
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
3960X
🔄Other Names
13th Gen Intel(R) Core(TM) i9-13900KF, 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13900KF
i9-13900KF
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X 24-Core Processor
3960X
⚡Base Clock
N/A
i9-13900KF
3.8 GHz
3960X
🚀Turbo Clock
N/A
i9-13900KF
4.5 GHz
3960X
💻Cores/Threads
N/A
i9-13900KF
24 Threads: 48
3960X
🔌Socket
FCLGA1700
i9-13900KF
sTRX4
3960X
⚡TDP
125 W
i9-13900KF
280 W
3960X
💾Cache
L1 Instruction Cache: 8 x 32 KBL1 Data Cache: 8 x 48 KBL2 Cache: 8 x 2048 KBL3 Cache: 36 MB
i9-13900KF
L1 Instruction Cache: 24 x 32 KBL1 Data Cache: 24 x 32 KBL2 Cache: 24 x 512 KBL3 Cache: 128 MB
3960X

The Intel Core i9-13900KF and AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X compete in the Desktop segment. The Intel Core i9-13900KF shows superior single-thread performance, making it better for tasks like gaming and light workloads.

For multi-threaded applications, the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X takes the lead, despite having the same core count.

Power consumption differs significantly, with the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X drawing more power under load (280W vs 125W). This may impact system thermal design and power supply requirements.