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Overview

The Core i9-9900T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 13,208 points. Launch price was $439.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i9-9900T

#294

Core i9-10900F

MSRP: $464|Avg: $300

107%

#294

Core i9-7920X

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $236

32%

#295

Ryzen 7 5800X3D

MSRP: $449|Avg: $429

107%

#295

Core i9-7940X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $275

30%

#296

Core i7-9700F

MSRP: $323|Avg: $200

107%

#297

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $1419

106%

#298

Core i5-9500F

MSRP: $187|Avg: $154

106%

#298

Core i9-7960X

MSRP: $1699|Avg: $185

27%

#299

Core i9-11900KB

MSRP: $539|Avg: $350

106%

#299

Core i9-7980XE

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $300

24%

#300

Core i7-10700F

MSRP: $310|Avg: $250

105%

#301

Core i7-10700T

MSRP: $355|Avg: $200

105%

#302

Core i7-6900K

MSRP: $1089|Avg: $1089

22%

#302

Celeron G5920

MSRP: $52|Avg: $40

105%

#303

Core i7-5960X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $83

22%

#303

Core i3-10105T

MSRP: $122|Avg: $122

104%

#304

Core i7-6950X

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $180

17%

#304

Celeron G5900

MSRP: $50|Avg: $42

104%

#305

Core 5 120

MSRP: $340|Avg: $340

104%

#306

Core i7-12700T

MSRP: $339|Avg: $337

102%

#307

Core 3 100HL

MSRP: $306|Avg: $280

102%

#308

Core i9-11900F

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $358.87

100%

#309

Core i9-9900T

MSRP: $423|Avg: $215

100%

#310

Core i5-9500T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $132

100%

#311

Ryzen 7 PRO 5750GE

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

98%

#312

Core i9-10940X

MSRP: $784|Avg: $460

98%

#313

Core i9-10920X

MSRP: $689|Avg: $430

98%

#314

Core i7-10700

MSRP: $365|Avg: $268

98%

#315

Core i5-9600K

MSRP: $263|Avg: $178

97%

#316

Ryzen Threadripper 7960X

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $1400

97%

#317

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i9-9900T across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i9-9900T specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i9-9900T is a 8-core / 16-thread processor based on the Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.4 GHz from a base frequency of 2.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 16 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 256K (per core) of L2 cache and 64K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 13,208, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Core i9-9900T
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	8C / 16T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.4 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.1 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	16 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256K (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	180.3 mm2
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	4 × 8 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	13,208

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Memory & Platform

The Core i9-9900T fits into the LGA1151 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 memory.

Specification	Core i9-9900T
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Core i9
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1151
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Core i9-9900T has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 35 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i9-9900T
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	35 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $215 (MSRP: $423), the Core i9-9900T delivers 61 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1122 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i9-9900T
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$423
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$215
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$439
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1122
Release DateLaunch date	23 April 2019 (6 years ago)
Release Year	2019
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel