Core i9-13900KS vs Xeon 6710E
Core i9-13900KS
Xeon 6710E
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i9-13900KS
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6710E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i9-13900KS | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($580) | ✅ More affordable ($344) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sierra Forest (2024) / Intel 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i9-13900KS | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+71%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($580) | ✅ More affordable ($344) |
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 i9-13900KS and Xeon 6710E
Core i9-13900KS
The Core i9-13900KS is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 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 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.8 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): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 60,543 points. Launch price was $699.
Xeon 6710E
The Xeon 6710E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 June 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sierra Forest (2024) architecture. It features 64 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 4 MB (per module). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 61,404 points. Launch price was $2,749.
Processing Power
The Core i9-13900KS packs 24 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon 6710E offers 64 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon 6710E has 40 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.8 GHz on the Core i9-13900KS versus 3.2 GHz on the Xeon 6710E — a 57.8% clock advantage for the Core i9-13900KS (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i9-13900KS uses the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Xeon 6710E uses Sierra Forest (2024) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Core i9-13900KS scores 60,543 against the Xeon 6710E's 61,404 — a 1.4% lead for the Xeon 6710E. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 3,123 vs 1,225, a 87.3% lead for the Core i9-13900KS that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 21,421 vs 10,400 (69.3% advantage for the Core i9-13900KS). L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-13900KS vs 96 MB (total) on the Xeon 6710E.
| Feature | Core i9-13900KS | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 32 | 64 / 64+167% |
| Boost Clock | 5.8 GHz+81% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+33% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total) | 96 MB (total)+167% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 4 MB (per module)+100% |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | Intel 3 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) | Sierra Forest (2024) |
| PassMark | 60,543 | 61,404+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 40,998 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 3,123+155% | 1,225 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 21,421+106% | 10,400 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i9-13900KS uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon 6710E uses LGA4710 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5600 memory speed. The Xeon 6710E supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 192 GB — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i9-13900KS) vs 8 (Xeon 6710E). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i9-13900KS) vs 88 (Xeon 6710E) — the Xeon 6710E offers 68 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z790,B760 (Core i9-13900KS) and C741 (Xeon 6710E).
| Feature | Core i9-13900KS | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA4710 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5600 | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB | 4096 GB+2033% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 88+340% |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i9-13900KS has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon 6710E supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (Core i9-13900KS) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon 6710E). The Core i9-13900KS includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 770), while the Xeon 6710E requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon 6710E targets High Efficiency Server. Direct competitor: Core i9-13900KS rivals Ryzen 9 7950X; Xeon 6710E rivals EPYC 9534.
| Feature | Core i9-13900KS | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | High Efficiency Server |
Value Analysis
The Core i9-13900KS launched at $699 MSRP, while the Xeon 6710E debuted at $1565. At current prices ($580 vs $344), the Xeon 6710E is $236 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i9-13900KS delivers 104.4 pts/$ vs 178.5 pts/$ for the Xeon 6710E — making the Xeon 6710E the 52.4% better value option.
| Feature | Core i9-13900KS | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $699-55% | $1565 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $580 | $344-41% |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.4 | 178.5+71% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2024 |
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