The Intel Core i9-13900KS debuted with a striking claim: a factory speed reaching six gigahertz straight from the box, without any overclocking tricks. This is a milestone that grabbed attention from PC builders across Canada and the United States, signaling a new threshold for desktop performance right out of the crate.
Inside, the chip packs 24 cores in total, split into eight high-performance cores and sixteen efficiency cores, with a total of 32 threads. It carries 36 MB of Intel Smart Cache and supports a broad I/O trail across 20 PCIe lanes, including 16 PCIe 5.0 lanes and four PCIe 4.0 lanes. It accepts memory from DDR4 up to 3200 MT/s and DDR5 up to 5600 MT/s, giving builders flexibility in platform choice without sacrificing speed. The base clock sits at 3.2 GHz on the performance cores, but the headline capability remains the burst power that pushes the chip toward very high frequencies under load. Integrated graphics are provided by UHD 770, offering basic display functionality without a discrete GPU. [VG Times]
Power demands are notable: a nominal 150 watts with a maximum draw up to 253 watts under heavy workloads. Even with those numbers, the i9-13900KS tends to outpace most consumer-class CPUs from Intel, delivering a performance edge in many scenarios that often lands in the 3% to 6% range. For those evaluating price-to-performance, the recommended price sits at $699, translating to roughly 48,000 rubles by current exchange rates. In practice, the processor shows meaningful gains in gaming and multi-threaded tasks, strengthening its position as a flagship option for enthusiasts who want top-tier speed without resorting to aggressive manual tuning. [VG Times]
In real-world gaming benchmarks, the i9-13900KS often seals a strong lead or sits close to the best in class, depending on the title and the rest of the system configuration. The processor’s blend of performance cores and efficiency cores helps maintain steady frame rates while managing background tasks and system interrupts—an important factor for high-refresh-rate gaming setups in North America. In terms of overclocking culture, the out-of-the-box speed is a practical lure for users who prefer plug-and-play power, though enthusiasts may still explore tuned cooling and motherboard settings to explore the CPU’s upper limits. The result is a platform that can pair with premium GPUs for demanding simulations, content creation workloads, and competitive gaming—without needing extra genetic tinkering to squeeze performance. [VG Times]
I must admit that the new silicon shares many DNA traits with its peers and competitors, offering a similar core design while distinguishing itself through raw speed and refined efficiency. A first-person perspective mod has appeared for the next-gen Witcher 3, highlighting how modern titles can look stunning on a platform like this when paired with capable graphics hardware. As games continue to push higher frame rates and richer visuals, the i9-13900KS helps keep the experience smooth even when the on-screen action becomes a whirlwind of effects and physics. [VG Times]
Overall, the release positions Intel’s high-end desktop line as a formidable choice for users in North America who want cutting-edge performance, robust multitasking, and the assurance that a processor can handle both current and future software demands. For buyers weighing the total system cost, the six- gigahertz capability is an impressive talking point, especially when combined with a modern DDR5 memory kit and a capable cooler that can sustain sustained turbo operation. The result is a high-end platform that can tackle gaming at ultra settings, streaming, and content creation with confidence. [VG Times]