Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 vs Core i9-13900HX
Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
Core i9-13900HX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-13900HX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 | Core i9-13900HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($600) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Strix Halo (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-HX (2023) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 | Core i9-13900HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($600) | ✅ 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 Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 and Core i9-13900HX
Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
The Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Strix Halo (2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP11. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 43,174 points. Launch price was $499.
Core i9-13900HX
The Core i9-13900HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-HX (2023) architecture. It features 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1964. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 42,437 points. Launch price was $668.
Processing Power
The Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Core i9-13900HX offers 24 cores / 32 threads — the Core i9-13900HX has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 versus 5.4 GHz on the Core i9-13900HX — a 7.7% clock advantage for the Core i9-13900HX (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 uses the Strix Halo (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Core i9-13900HX uses Raptor Lake-HX (2023) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 scores 43,174 against the Core i9-13900HX's 42,437 — a 1.7% lead for the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 vs 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-13900HX.
| Feature | Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 | Core i9-13900HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 24 / 32+100% |
| Boost Clock | 5 GHz | 5.4 GHz+8% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+45% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+78% | 36 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Strix Halo (2025) | Raptor Lake-HX (2023) |
| PassMark | 43,174+2% | 42,437 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 29,493 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,878 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 14,944 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 uses the FP11 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i9-13900HX uses FCBGA1964 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 8000 on the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 versus DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200 on the Core i9-13900HX — the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 supports 199.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i9-13900HX supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 128 — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Ryzen AI Max PRO 390) vs 2 (Core i9-13900HX). PCIe lanes: 28 (Ryzen AI Max PRO 390) vs 20 (Core i9-13900HX) — the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Strix Halo (Ryzen AI Max PRO 390) and HM770,WM790 (Core i9-13900HX).
| Feature | Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 | Core i9-13900HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP11 | FCBGA1964 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 8000+159900% | DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 | 192 GB+157286300% |
| RAM Channels | 4+100% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28+40% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen AI Max PRO 390) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i9-13900HX). Both include integrated graphics — AMD Radeon 8050S (Ryzen AI Max PRO 390) and UHD Graphics 770 (Core i9-13900HX) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i9-13900HX targets Performance Gaming / Mobile Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 rivals Apple M4 Max; Core i9-13900HX rivals Ryzen 9 7945HX.
| Feature | Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 | Core i9-13900HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon 8050S | UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Performance Gaming / Mobile Workstation |
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