PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

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 i7-13790F

2023

Why buy it

✅+0.9% higher PassMark.
✅Costs $208 less on MSRP ($392 MSRP vs $600 MSRP).
✅Delivers 54.4% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 111.1 vs 72.0 PassMark/$ ($392 MSRP vs $600 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Smaller total L3 cache (33 MB vs 64 MB).
❌18.2% higher power demand at 65W vs 55W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

2025

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +5.0% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+93.9% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 33 MB).
✅Draws 55W instead of 65W, a 10W reduction.
✅75% more PCIe lanes (28 vs 16) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with AMD Radeon 8050S, while Core i7-13790F needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (43,174 vs 43,549).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 72.0 vs 111.1 PassMark/$ ($600 MSRP vs $392 MSRP).

Core i7-13790F

2023

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

2025

Why buy it

✅+0.9% higher PassMark.
✅Costs $208 less on MSRP ($392 MSRP vs $600 MSRP).
✅Delivers 54.4% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 111.1 vs 72.0 PassMark/$ ($392 MSRP vs $600 MSRP).

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +5.0% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+93.9% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 33 MB).
✅Draws 55W instead of 65W, a 10W reduction.
✅75% more PCIe lanes (28 vs 16) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with AMD Radeon 8050S, while Core i7-13790F needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Smaller total L3 cache (33 MB vs 64 MB).
❌18.2% higher power demand at 65W vs 55W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (43,174 vs 43,549).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 72.0 vs 111.1 PassMark/$ ($600 MSRP vs $392 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 better than Core i7-13790F?

It depends on what matters more to you. For gaming, Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 is ahead with a 5.0% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, Core i7-13790F pulls ahead with 0.9% better PassMark. Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 also has the bigger cache pool with 93.9% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 33 MB).

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

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i7-13790F is the better fit. You are getting 0.9% better PassMark, backed by 16 cores and 24 threads.

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

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 is still the faster CPU overall, but Core i7-13790F makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 is 53.1% more expensive on MSRP at $600 MSRP versus $392 MSRP, and it gives you a 5.0% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. The trade-off is that Core i7-13790F is still stronger for heavier multi-core work with 0.9% better PassMark. Core i7-13790F is also 54.4% better value on MSRP (111.1 vs 72.0 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper.

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

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2025 vs 2023) and 93.9% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 33 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 i7-13790F Benchmark Check

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i7-13790F	Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
1080p
low	276 FPS	286 FPS
medium	258 FPS	253 FPS
high	214 FPS	213 FPS
ultra	183 FPS	185 FPS
1440p
low	256 FPS	266 FPS
medium	215 FPS	211 FPS
high	167 FPS	165 FPS
ultra	148 FPS	147 FPS
4K
low	173 FPS	184 FPS
medium	145 FPS	147 FPS
high	108 FPS	108 FPS
ultra	97 FPS	97 FPS

Open Core i7-13790F Open Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i7-13790F	Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
1080p
low	361 FPS	778 FPS
medium	309 FPS	656 FPS
high	259 FPS	517 FPS
ultra	233 FPS	459 FPS
1440p
low	314 FPS	654 FPS
medium	278 FPS	572 FPS
high	235 FPS	463 FPS
ultra	199 FPS	378 FPS
4K
low	186 FPS	368 FPS
medium	168 FPS	326 FPS
high	160 FPS	300 FPS
ultra	138 FPS	264 FPS

Open Core i7-13790F Open Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i7-13790F	Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
1080p
low	1025 FPS	1021 FPS
medium	1011 FPS	783 FPS
high	933 FPS	685 FPS
ultra	803 FPS	580 FPS
1440p
low	969 FPS	818 FPS
medium	858 FPS	635 FPS
high	775 FPS	551 FPS
ultra	656 FPS	469 FPS
4K
low	588 FPS	565 FPS
medium	506 FPS	460 FPS
high	455 FPS	409 FPS
ultra	387 FPS	342 FPS

Open Core i7-13790F Open Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i7-13790F	Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
1080p
low	1089 FPS	1079 FPS
medium	1015 FPS	1015 FPS
high	876 FPS	912 FPS
ultra	767 FPS	811 FPS
1440p
low	960 FPS	895 FPS
medium	844 FPS	788 FPS
high	722 FPS	689 FPS
ultra	620 FPS	605 FPS
4K
low	684 FPS	658 FPS
medium	605 FPS	582 FPS
high	536 FPS	514 FPS
ultra	437 FPS	437 FPS

Open Core i7-13790F Open Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-13790F and Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

Core i7-13790F

The Core i7-13790F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 33 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 43,549 points. Launch price was $441.

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

The Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Strix Halo (2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP11. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 43,174 points. Launch price was $499.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-13790F packs 16 cores / 24 threads, while the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Core i7-13790F has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.2 GHz on the Core i7-13790F versus 5 GHz on the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 — a 3.9% clock advantage for the Core i7-13790F (base: 2.1 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i7-13790F uses the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture (10 nm), while the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 uses Strix Halo (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-13790F scores 43,549 against the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390's 43,174 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i7-13790F. L3 cache: 33 MB (total) on the Core i7-13790F vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390.

Feature	Core i7-13790F	Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
Cores / Threads	16 / 24+33%	12 / 24
Boost Clock	5.2 GHz+4%	5 GHz
Base Clock	2.1 GHz	3.2 GHz+52%
L3 Cache	33 MB (total)	64 MB (total)+94%
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)+100%	1 MB (per core)
Process	10 nm	4 nm-60%
Architecture	Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024)	Strix Halo (2025)
PassMark	43,549	43,174
Cinebench R23 Multi	26,247	—
Geekbench 6 Single	2,815	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	13,673	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-13790F uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 uses FP11 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Core i7-13790F versus 8000 on the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 — the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 supports 199.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-13790F supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 128 — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-13790F) vs 4 (Ryzen AI Max PRO 390). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-13790F) vs 28 (Ryzen AI Max PRO 390) — the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z790,B760 (Core i7-13790F) and Strix Halo (Ryzen AI Max PRO 390).

Feature	Core i7-13790F	Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
Socket	LGA1700	FP11
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5600	8000+159900%
Max RAM Capacity	192 GB+157286300%	128
RAM Channels	2	4+100%
ECC Support	No	Yes
PCIe Lanes	16	28+75%

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 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 i7-13790F) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen AI Max PRO 390). The Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon 8050S), while the Core i7-13790F requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 rivals Apple M4 Max.

Feature	Core i7-13790F	Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	AMD Radeon 8050S
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	Yes	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-13790F launched at $392 MSRP, while the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 debuted at $600. On MSRP ($392 vs $600), the Core i7-13790F is $208 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-13790F delivers 111.1 pts/$ vs 72.0 pts/$ for the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 — making the Core i7-13790F the 42.8% better value option.