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Core i9-13900TE

24 cores · 32 threads · up to 5.0 GHz on 1700.

3.1 · 9 votes

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Cores
24
Threads
32
Boost
5.0 GHz
L3 cache
36 MB
TDP
35W
Socket
1700

Performance breakdown

Gaming13
Productivity14
Single-core13
Multi-core100
Power efficiency11

Lab scores

Performance score13
Cores24
Threads32
Boost clock (GHz)5.0 GHz

Estimated gaming FPS

Paired with a high-end GPU. CPU impact is largest at 1080p.

1080p29 fps
1440p23 fps
4K16 fps

Full specifications

Processor & cores
Architecture
Raptor Lake-S
Process node
10 nm
Socket
1700
Release year
2023
Total cores
24
Threads
32
Integrated graphics
Intel UHD Graphics 770
Clocks & cache
Base clock
1.0 GHz
Boost clock
5.0 GHz
L1 cache
1920 KB
L2 cache
48 MB
L3 cache
36 MB
Memory & platform
Memory support
DDR4
Base power (TDP)
35W
PCIe
PCIe 5.0
Technologies
Extensions
AES-NI, AVX, VT-x, VT-d, TXT, TSX
Community Feedback

What Owners Say

Owners love the low power draw and cool operation for a compact build. The main gripe is the inconsistent performance under sustained loads.

Pros
  • Fits tiny builds without overheating
  • Stays quiet under light workloads
  • Handles heavy multitasking with ease
  • Tackles daily tasks effortlessly
Cons
  • Low boost clocks hurt single-thread tasks
  • No real overclocking headroom at all
  • Requires a pricey Z790 board
Verdict

Our verdict on the Core i9-13900TE

An energy-sipping 35-watt Raptor Lake chip that trades raw speed for quiet, low-heat operation in compact builds.

Get it if you need a high-performance office or media PC that runs cool and quiet in a small case. Skip it if you plan to game or do heavy creative work, as its low power limit holds back performance.

Buy it if…

  • You want a low-power office PC that runs cool and quiet.
  • You need a stable 24/7 home server or NAS build.
  • You're building a compact all-in-one for basic productivity tasks.
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