Core i9-13900 vs Ryzen 9 7845HX
Core i9-13900
Ryzen 9 7845HX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i9-13900
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 7845HX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i9-13900 | Ryzen 9 7845HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($599) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Dragon Range-HX (Zen 4) (2023−2024) / CCD = 5 nm, I/O = 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i9-13900 | Ryzen 9 7845HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($599) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i9-13900 and Ryzen 9 7845HX
Core i9-13900
The Core i9-13900 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 5.5 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 45,252 points. Launch price was $549.
Ryzen 9 7845HX
The Ryzen 9 7845HX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Dragon Range-HX (Zen 4) (2023−2024) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on CCD = 5 nm, I/O = 6 nm process technology. Socket: FL1. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 44,940 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Core i9-13900 packs 24 cores / 32 threads, while the Ryzen 9 7845HX offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Core i9-13900 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.5 GHz on the Core i9-13900 versus 5.2 GHz on the Ryzen 9 7845HX — a 5.6% clock advantage for the Core i9-13900 (base: 2 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core i9-13900 uses the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 9 7845HX uses Dragon Range-HX (Zen 4) (2023−2024) (CCD = 5 nm, I/O = 6 nm). In PassMark, the Core i9-13900 scores 45,252 against the Ryzen 9 7845HX's 44,940 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i9-13900. L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-13900 vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen 9 7845HX.
| Feature | Core i9-13900 | Ryzen 9 7845HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 32+100% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 5.5 GHz+6% | 5.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 3 GHz+50% |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total) | 64 MB (total)+78% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | CCD = 5 nm, I/O = 6 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) | Dragon Range-HX (Zen 4) (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 45,252 | 44,940 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 26,654 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,697 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 15,039 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i9-13900 uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 9 7845HX uses FL1 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the Core i9-13900 versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 9 7845HX — the Core i9-13900 supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i9-13900 supports up to 128 of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i9-13900) vs 28 (Ryzen 9 7845HX) — the Ryzen 9 7845HX offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z790,B760 (Core i9-13900) and FL1 (Ryzen 9 7845HX).
| Feature | Core i9-13900 | Ryzen 9 7845HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | FL1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+111900% | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 | 64 GB+52428700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 28+40% |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the Ryzen 9 7845HX supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i9-13900) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 9 7845HX). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 770 (Core i9-13900) and Radeon 610M (Ryzen 9 7845HX) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 9 7845HX targets High-end Gaming / Content Creation. Direct competitor: Core i9-13900 rivals Ryzen 9 7900X; Ryzen 9 7845HX rivals Core i9-13900HX.
| Feature | Core i9-13900 | Ryzen 9 7845HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Radeon 610M |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | High-end Gaming / Content Creation |
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