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Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core i9-13900T

2023

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +5.4% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 35W instead of 55W, a 20W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (36 MB vs 64 MB).
❌Launch MSRP is still $549 MSRP, while Ryzen 7 8840HX mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.

Ryzen 7 8840HX

2025

Why buy it

✅+77.8% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 36 MB).
✅40% more PCIe lanes (28 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core i9-13900T across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (42,275 vs 42,735).
❌57.1% higher power demand at 55W vs 35W.

Core i9-13900T

2023

Ryzen 7 8840HX

2025

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +5.4% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 35W instead of 55W, a 20W reduction.

Why buy it

✅+77.8% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 36 MB).
✅40% more PCIe lanes (28 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (36 MB vs 64 MB).
❌Launch MSRP is still $549 MSRP, while Ryzen 7 8840HX mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core i9-13900T across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (42,275 vs 42,735).
❌57.1% higher power demand at 55W vs 35W.

Quick Answers

So, is Core i9-13900T better than Ryzen 7 8840HX?

Yes. Core i9-13900T is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 5.4% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data and 1.1% better PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i9-13900T is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 5.4% more average FPS across 50 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i9-13900T is the better fit. You are getting 1.1% better PassMark, backed by 24 cores and 32 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core i9-13900T is the smarter buy today. Core i9-13900T is at an unclear MSRP at $549 MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it gives you a 5.4% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (77.8 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Ryzen 7 8840HX is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2025 vs 2023) and 77.8% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 36 MB). That should give you a better long-term upgrade path for motherboard, RAM, and future CPU swaps.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i9-13900T Benchmark Check

Ryzen 7 8840HX Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i9-13900T	Ryzen 7 8840HX
1080p
low	321 FPS	267 FPS
medium	311 FPS	244 FPS
high	247 FPS	207 FPS
ultra	209 FPS	180 FPS
1440p
low	278 FPS	252 FPS
medium	240 FPS	206 FPS
high	178 FPS	162 FPS
ultra	158 FPS	146 FPS
4K
low	192 FPS	175 FPS
medium	164 FPS	143 FPS
high	123 FPS	107 FPS
ultra	112 FPS	96 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i9-13900T	Ryzen 7 8840HX
1080p
low	401 FPS	654 FPS
medium	350 FPS	566 FPS
high	286 FPS	427 FPS
ultra	252 FPS	367 FPS
1440p
low	341 FPS	554 FPS
medium	306 FPS	494 FPS
high	255 FPS	384 FPS
ultra	207 FPS	303 FPS
4K
low	191 FPS	312 FPS
medium	174 FPS	283 FPS
high	166 FPS	250 FPS
ultra	145 FPS	212 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i9-13900T	Ryzen 7 8840HX
1080p
low	761 FPS	847 FPS
medium	625 FPS	677 FPS
high	542 FPS	599 FPS
ultra	466 FPS	514 FPS
1440p
low	677 FPS	676 FPS
medium	565 FPS	541 FPS
high	483 FPS	468 FPS
ultra	421 FPS	397 FPS
4K
low	495 FPS	483 FPS
medium	428 FPS	400 FPS
high	381 FPS	360 FPS
ultra	328 FPS	302 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i9-13900T	Ryzen 7 8840HX
1080p
low	1004 FPS	1057 FPS
medium	897 FPS	966 FPS
high	785 FPS	843 FPS
ultra	698 FPS	760 FPS
1440p
low	833 FPS	842 FPS
medium	733 FPS	747 FPS
high	640 FPS	652 FPS
ultra	562 FPS	566 FPS
4K
low	615 FPS	619 FPS
medium	550 FPS	553 FPS
high	487 FPS	487 FPS
ultra	426 FPS	421 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i9-13900T and Ryzen 7 8840HX

Core i9-13900T

The Core i9-13900T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 42,735 points. Launch price was $549.

Ryzen 7 8840HX

The Ryzen 7 8840HX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 April 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Dragon Range (2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: FL1. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 42,275 points. Launch price was $499.

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Processing Power

The Core i9-13900T packs 24 cores / 32 threads, while the Ryzen 7 8840HX offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Core i9-13900T has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Core i9-13900T versus 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen 7 8840HX — a 3.8% clock advantage for the Core i9-13900T (base: 1.1 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Core i9-13900T uses the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 7 8840HX uses Dragon Range (2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Core i9-13900T scores 42,735 against the Ryzen 7 8840HX's 42,275 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i9-13900T. L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-13900T vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 8840HX.

Feature	Core i9-13900T	Ryzen 7 8840HX
Cores / Threads	24 / 32+100%	12 / 24
Boost Clock	5.3 GHz+4%	5.1 GHz
Base Clock	1.1 GHz	2.9 GHz+164%
L3 Cache	36 MB (total)	64 MB (total)+78%
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)+100%	1 MB (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm	5 nm-29%
Architecture	Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024)	Dragon Range (2025)
PassMark	42,735+1%	42,275

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Memory & Platform

The Core i9-13900T uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 7 8840HX uses FL1 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to 5600 memory speed. The Core i9-13900T supports up to 192 of RAM compared to 64 — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i9-13900T) vs 28 (Ryzen 7 8840HX) — the Ryzen 7 8840HX offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Raptor Lake-HX (Core i9-13900T) and FP8,FP7 (Ryzen 7 8840HX).

Feature	Core i9-13900T	Ryzen 7 8840HX
Socket	LGA1700	FL1
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0	PCIe 5.0
Max RAM Speed	5600	5600
Max RAM Capacity	192+200%	64
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	20	28+40%

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Advanced Features

Only the Core i9-13900T has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i9-13900T) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen 7 8840HX). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics (Core i9-13900T) and AMD Radeon 780M (Ryzen 7 8840HX) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i9-13900T rivals Ryzen 9 7945HX; Ryzen 7 8840HX rivals Core i7-13700H.