Core i9-13900E vs Core Ultra 7 265T
Core i9-13900E
Core Ultra 7 265T
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i9-13900E
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 7 265T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i9-13900E | Core Ultra 7 265T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($554) | ✅ More affordable ($362) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i9-13900E | Core Ultra 7 265T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+54%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($554) | ✅ More affordable ($362) |
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 i9-13900E and Core Ultra 7 265T
Core i9-13900E
The Core i9-13900E 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 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 40,476 points. Launch price was $499.
Core Ultra 7 265T
The Core Ultra 7 265T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 20 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 40,681 points. Launch price was $384.
Processing Power
The Core i9-13900E packs 24 cores / 32 threads, while the Core Ultra 7 265T offers 20 cores / 20 threads — the Core i9-13900E has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.2 GHz on the Core i9-13900E versus 5.3 GHz on the Core Ultra 7 265T — a 1.9% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 7 265T (base: 1.8 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Core i9-13900E uses the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture (10 nm), while the Core Ultra 7 265T uses Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the Core i9-13900E scores 40,476 against the Core Ultra 7 265T's 40,681 — a 0.5% lead for the Core Ultra 7 265T. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,606 vs 2,954, a 12.5% lead for the Core Ultra 7 265T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 15,000 vs 16,455 (9.3% advantage for the Core Ultra 7 265T). L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-13900E vs 30 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 7 265T.
| Feature | Core i9-13900E | Core Ultra 7 265T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 32+20% | 20 / 20 |
| Boost Clock | 5.2 GHz | 5.3 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz+20% | 1.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total)+20% | 30 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core)+50% |
| Process | 10 nm | 3 nm-70% |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 40,476 | 40,681 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 34,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,606 | 2,954+13% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 15,000 | 16,455+10% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i9-13900E uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core Ultra 7 265T uses LGA1851 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5600 memory speed. The Core Ultra 7 265T supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i9-13900E) vs 24 (Core Ultra 7 265T) — the Core Ultra 7 265T offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W680,Q670,Z790,H770 (Core i9-13900E) and Z890,H870,B860 (Core Ultra 7 265T).
| Feature | Core i9-13900E | Core Ultra 7 265T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA1851 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5600 | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 192 GB+50% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 24+20% |
Advanced Features
Only the Core Ultra 7 265T has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 770 (Core i9-13900E) and Intel Graphics (Xe-LPG 4-core) (Core Ultra 7 265T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i9-13900E targets Embedded, Core Ultra 7 265T targets High End Desktop.
| Feature | Core i9-13900E | Core Ultra 7 265T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel Graphics (Xe-LPG 4-core) |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Embedded | High End Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core i9-13900E launched at $554 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 7 265T debuted at $384. At current prices ($554 vs $362), the Core Ultra 7 265T is $192 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i9-13900E delivers 73.1 pts/$ vs 112.4 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 7 265T — making the Core Ultra 7 265T the 42.4% better value option.
| Feature | Core i9-13900E | Core Ultra 7 265T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $554 | $384-31% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $554 | $362-35% |
| Performance per Dollar | 73.1 | 112.4+54% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2025 |
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