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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i9-12900K vs Core i9-13900KF

The Core i9-12900K is slightly slower than the Core i9-13900KF on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

  • Up to 6% more expensive$400.00 vs $399.99
  • Up to 9% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 11 months newer
  • Up to 6% cheaper$399.99 vs $400.00
  • Up to 16% better value for money

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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Core i9-13900KF ranks 7 points higher.

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Core i9-13900KF has 8 more cores.

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Core i9-13900KF has 8 more threads.

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Core i9-13900KF has 6 MB more L3 cache.

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Core i9-12900K has a 7% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp

Core i9-13900KF boosts 12% higher.

Pricehelp

Core i9-13900KF is $0.01 cheaper.

LGA1700
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LGA1700
Alder Lake-S
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Raptor Lake-S
Desktop
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Desktop
UHD Graphics 770
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No Integrated Graphics
3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)
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3200 MHz (DDR4), 5600 MHz (DDR5)
Overclockable
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Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i9-12900K or Core i9-13900KF?expand_more
The Core i9-13900KF. It's 11% faster than the Core i9-12900K on average across 100+ games, scoring 68/100 vs 61/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core i9-13900KF than Core i9-12900K?expand_more
11% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i9-12900K or Core i9-13900KF?expand_more
The Core i9-13900KF is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core i9-13900KF worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 68/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i9-12900K and Core i9-13900KF?expand_more
Performance: Core i9-12900K scores 61/100, Core i9-13900KF scores 68/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i9-12900K or Core i9-13900KF bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core i9-12900K or Core i9-13900KF?expand_more
The Core i9-13900KF is the stronger pick at 68/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.

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