From the manufacturer

Built for the next generation of gaming.

12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900K desktop processor

Tech Specs

Single P-core Max/Base Speed	5.2/3.2 GHz
Single E-core Max/Base Speed	3.9/2.4 GHz
Processor base power	125W
Intel Smart Cache	30MB
Motherboard compatibility	600 series(3)

Total CPU PCIe lanes	20
Memory speed	DDR5
Socket	1700
Discrete graphics required?	No

Performance that puts gaming first.

Revolutionary performance and multitasking.   With the highest clock speeds and a groundbreaking new architecture, you’ll be able to push your gameplay to new heights while secondary apps run seamlessly in the background. Up to 5.2 GHz Max Clock Speed(1) 16 Cores (8 Performance-cores, 8 Efficient-cores) 24 Threads (16 on Performance-cores, 8 on Efficient-cores) Unlocked and overclockable(2)	Divide and conquer.   Intel’s new performance hybrid architecture integrates two core families into a single CPU, keeping everything in your gaming universe running smoothly. Intel Thread Director prioritizes and manages workloads, sending tasks to the best core for the job.(4) P-cores are built for performance across single and lightly-threaded workloads, enhancing activities like gaming and productivity. E-cores are optimized for multi-threaded performance, minimizing interruptions from secondary tasks.	Performance beyond the cores.   The new processor architecture is also compatible with the latest platform innovations, giving you performance improvements throughout your PC. Support for PCIe Gen 5 and DDR5 for high-performance components like memory and graphics. Thunderbolt 4 and Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6/6E (Gig+) deliver fast transfer speeds and connections to peripherals.(5) Separate overclocking controls for both types of cores gives you nuanced personalization.

• Play some of the most popular games at 1080p with the fastest processor graphics in the world, no graphics card required
• 8 Cores and 16 processing threads, bundled with the AMD Wraith Stealth cooler
• 4.6 GHz Max Boost, unlocked for overclocking, 20 MB cache, DDR4-3200 support
• For the advanced Socket AM4 platform. Maximum Operating Temperature (Tjmax)-95°C

From the manufacturer

13th Gen Intel Core i9-13900K desktop processor

Stream, create and compete at the highest levels. Push your gameplay beyond performance with 13th Gen Intel Core processors.

Key Specs

Processor base power:	125W
Intel Smart Cache:	36MB
Motherboard compatibility:	600 and 700 series
Total CPU PCIe lanes:	20

Maximum Memory Speed:	DDR5 5600, DDR4 3200
Unlocked & overclockable?(2):	Yes
Discrete graphics card req?	No
Intel Turbo Boost Max 3.0?:	Yes

Key Features

Game and multitask without interruption.   24 cores (8 P-cores + 16 E-cores). 32 threads. Push your in-game settings without worrying about background tasks slowing you down. Up to 5.8 GHz Max Clock Speed.(1) Unlocked and overclockable.(2)	Designed for the needs of today’s gamers.   The latest version of performance hybrid architecture will push your gameplay beyond performance, giving you the power to do it all. Performance-cores unleashes the capability to optimize the latest games and gaming software. Efficient-cores provides multitasking power to work, play, and most importantly game together.	Personalize your PC.   Support for both DDR4 and DDR5 gives you control over your memory configuration.(4) Support for Thunderbolt 4 technology offers a simple and fast way to connect peripherals. Connect quickly and without interference with support for Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6/6E (Gig+).(5) Enhanced overclocking for both sets of cores allows you to customize your performance.(2)