Processors comparison
Core i7-13700KF vs Core i9-12900
Specs, platform, power, size and UK prices side by side. Every value comes from the product listing; anything we don't hold is marked unknown.
Key differences
- Both use the LGA 1700 socket. Check a motherboard's CPU support list before swapping one for the other; older boards can need a BIOS update.
- The Core i7-13700KF boosts to 5.4 GHz, 0.3 GHz higher than the Core i9-12900.
- The Core i9-12900 is rated at 65 W TDP against 125 W, so it is easier to cool and puts less load on the power supply.
- The Core i9-12900 has integrated graphics; the Core i7-13700KF needs a graphics card to show a picture.
- Memory support differs: Core i7-13700KF DDR5, Core i9-12900 DDR4, DDR5.
Performance
We don't have measured benchmark results for these parts yet, and we don't publish estimated scores. Specs like core count, clock speed and video memory are a guide, not a measure of speed in games or apps.
Specifications
| Specification | Core i7-13700KF | Core i9-12900 |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | ||
| SocketDecides which motherboards the processor fits. | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 |
| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Alder Lake |
| Series | Intel Core i7 | Intel Core i9 |
| Cores and clocks | ||
| Cores | 16 | 16 |
| Threads | 24 | 24 |
| Max boost clock | 5.4 GHzHigher | 5.1 GHz |
| Power and cooling | ||
| Rated TDPThe maker's thermal design rating, not measured power draw. | 125 W | 65 W |
| Cooler in the box | No | Unknown |
| Features | ||
| Integrated graphicsWithout it you need a graphics card to get a picture. | No | Yes |
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