Core i9-13900KSvsRyzen Threadripper 9970X
The Core i9-13900KS is a high-end desktop chip for gamers and enthusiasts who want the fastest single-threaded speeds, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X is a workstation monster for creators and professionals who need massive multi-threaded power.
Core i9-13900KS
Raptor Lake-S · Intel 7 nm · 2023
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Ryzen Threadripper 9970X
Shimada Peak · 4 nm · 2025
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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 Ryzen Threadripper 9970X wins overall for demanding workstation tasks with far more cores and memory, while the Core i9-13900KS is better for fast single-threaded gaming.
For budget/value buyers, the Core i9-13900KS is the smarter pick if you need strong everyday performance without overspending on a workstation platform.
The Core i9-13900KS is the right choice when you need high-speed gaming or light productivity and don't require the extreme multi-core capability of the Threadripper.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i9-13900KS better than the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X?
Overall the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X is the stronger processor: it ranks higher in our aggregate performance score (64 vs 36 out of 100), so it leads the Core i9-13900KS in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X than the Core i9-13900KS?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X is roughly 78% faster than the Core i9-13900KS overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i9-13900KS or the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X. If the Core i9-13900KS 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.