Core i9-13900vsEPYC 9755
The Core i9-13900 is a high-end desktop CPU for gamers and creators who need fast single-threaded performance, while the EPYC 9755 is a server-grade chip built for massive multi-threaded workloads in data centers.
Core i9-13900
Raptor Lake-S · Intel 7 nm · 2023
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EPYC 9755
Turin · 4 nm · 2024
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Overall Performance Score
A unified score from combined synthetic and real-world benchmarks. 100 represents the fastest desktop CPU available.
Side-by-Side Specs
Every detail compared. Highlighted cells indicate the leading value for that metric.
Which should you buy?
The EPYC 9755 wins overall for heavy server loads with vastly more cores and cache, leaving the Core i9-13900 as a capable but less extreme choice.
For budget and value buyers, the Core i9-13900 is the smarter pick—far cheaper and cooler for everyday work.
Choose the Core i9-13900 when you need a fast desktop CPU for gaming or office tasks without the high power cost of a server chip.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i9-13900 better than the EPYC 9755?
Overall the EPYC 9755 is the stronger processor: it ranks higher in our aggregate performance score (100 vs 27 out of 100), so it leads the Core i9-13900 in most workloads.
How much faster is the EPYC 9755 than the Core i9-13900?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the EPYC 9755 is roughly 270% faster than the Core i9-13900 overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i9-13900 or the EPYC 9755?
If you want the most performance, pick the EPYC 9755. If the Core i9-13900 is meaningfully cheaper where you shop, it can be the better value for similar real-world results — check current prices and the full spec comparison above before deciding.