CPU Showdown

Core i9-13900KFvsEPYC 9755

The Core i9-13900KF is a high-end desktop processor for gamers and creators who want fast single-threaded performance, while the EPYC 9755 is a server chip built for massive multi-threaded workloads in data centers.

Intel Core i9-13900KF
24C / 32T · 125253W
VS
AMD EPYC 9755
128C / 256T · 500W
Intel

Core i9-13900KF

Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont · Intel 7 nm · 2022

35score
4.1/ 5
0 votes
Cores / Threads
24 / 32
TDP
125253W
Boost Clock
5.7 GHz
L3 Cache
12 MB

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AMD

EPYC 9755

Turin · 4 nm · 2024

100score
2.8/ 5
0 votes
Cores / Threads
128 / 256
TDP
500W
Boost Clock
4.1 GHz
L3 Cache
512 MB

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Aggregate Performance

Overall Performance Score

A unified score from combined synthetic and real-world benchmarks. 100 represents the fastest desktop CPU available.

Core i9-13900KF
35
EPYC 9755Winner
100
EPYC 9755 leads by 185.7% in aggregate performance.
Where they rank overall
#1EPYC 9755100
#2Ryzen Threadripper 9980X86
#24Core Ultra 9 28535
#25Core i9-13900KF35
#26Ryzen 9 9900X3D34
Technical Specifications

Side-by-Side Specs

Every detail compared. Highlighted cells indicate the leading value for that metric.

SpecsCore i9-13900KFEPYC 9755
Cores
Total Cores24128
Threads32256
Base Clock3.0 GHz2.7 GHz
Boost Clock5.7 GHz4.1 GHz
Cache
L2 Cache16 MB128 MB
L3 Cache12 MB512 MB
Platform
SocketFCLGA1700SP5
PCIePCIe 5.0 and 4.0PCIe 5.0
Power
Base TDP125253W500W
Verdict

Which should you buy?

Winner overall

The EPYC 9755 wins overall for raw multi-core work, while the Core i9-13900KF is better for single-threaded tasks and everyday use.

Best value

The Core i9-13900KF is the smarter pick for budget buyers who need fast single-core performance without paying for extreme core counts.

When the other wins

Choose the Core i9-13900KF for a gaming PC where high clock speeds matter more than having many cores.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is the Core i9-13900KF better than the EPYC 9755?

Overall the EPYC 9755 is the stronger processor: it ranks higher in our aggregate performance score (100 vs 35 out of 100), so it leads the Core i9-13900KF in most workloads.

How much faster is the EPYC 9755 than the Core i9-13900KF?

Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the EPYC 9755 is roughly 186% faster than the Core i9-13900KF overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.

Which should you buy, the Core i9-13900KF or the EPYC 9755?

If you want the most performance, pick the EPYC 9755. If the Core i9-13900KF 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.