Generic Intel Core i9-13900KF LGA1700 Desktop Processor (5.80 GHz / 24 Cores / 32 Threads)

The Intel Core i9-13900KF is a 13th Generation Raptor Lake desktop processor designed for high-demand computing workloads including gaming, content creation, and professional applications. It uses the LGA 1700 socket, which is compatible with Intel 600- and 700-series motherboards, giving builders flexibility in platform selection. At the heart of this processor’s performance profile is its hybrid core architecture. The i9-13900KF features a total of 24 cores — a mix of Performance-cores (P-cores) and Efficient-cores (E-cores) — along with 32 threads, allowing the CPU to handle heavily multi-threaded workloads without sacrificing per-core responsiveness for latency-sensitive tasks such as gaming. The processor ships with a base clock speed of 3.00 GHz and a maximum turbo frequency of 5.80 GHz, enabling responsive performance across a wide variety of use cases. Because the CPU is fully unlocked (denoted by the “K” suffix), enthusiast builders can take advantage of overclocking headroom when paired with a compatible Z-series chipset motherboard. The “F” suffix indicates that this model does not include integrated graphics, so a dedicated GPU is required for display output. This trade-off typically allows the processor to be offered at a more competitive price point compared to its integrated-graphics counterpart. Note that no CPU cooler is included in the box. Given the thermal output of a 24-core unlocked processor, pairing it with a capable aftermarket air or liquid cooler is strongly recommended for stable long-term operation. This CPU carries GTIN 5032037258623 and is classified for both Workstation and Gaming product categories by the source listing. Verifiable Specifications: – Processor Model: Intel Core i9-13900KF – Generation: 13th Gen (Raptor Lake) – Socket: LGA 1700 – Total Cores: 24 – Threads: 32 – Base Clock: 3.00 GHz – Max Turbo Frequency: 5.80 GHz – Unlocked Multiplier: Yes – Integrated Graphics: No (KF variant) – CPU Cooler Included: No – GTIN: 5032037258623