Name: Intel Core i9 10900T
Brand: Intel

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i9 10900T

Overall score

5.1

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.

Platform

7.9

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel

Processor type

What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.

When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

CPU socket

What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

Chipset

What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.

When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

CPU architecture

What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.

When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

Performance

4.7

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N. of physical cores

What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.

When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

CPU threads

What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.

When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

Threads per core

What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.

When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

CPU boost clock speed

What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.

When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

CPU base clock speed

What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.

When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Cache & Architecture

4.3

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Semiconductor size

What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.

When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

Foundry

What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.

When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

L3 cache

What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.

When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

L2 cache

What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.

When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

L1 cache

What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.

When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

Memory & PCIe

6.0

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DDR memory version

What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.

When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

Maximum memory speed

What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.

When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

Max memory speed (JEDEC)

What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.

When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)

What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.

When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

Maximum memory capacity

What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.

When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

Integrated Graphics

6.9

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Integrated graphics

What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.

When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

Integrated GPU model

What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.

When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Integrated GPU execution units

What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.

When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

Integrated GPU base frequency

What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.

When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

Integrated media encoders/decoders

What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.

When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

Power & Thermal

7.8

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TDP (Thermal design power)

What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.

When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

Base power (PL1)

What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.

When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

Boost power (PL2)

What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.

When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

Tau (power duration limit)

What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.

When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

Configurable TDP

What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.

When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

Intel Core i9 10900T vs the average processor

Why is Intel Core i9 10900T better than the average processor?

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12 more CPU threads
Intel Core i9 10900T has more CPU threads than the average processor (20 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: 16+
Intel Core i9 10900T has more CPU threads than the average processor (20 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.20 vs 8
Includes stock cooler
Intel Core i9 10900T includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
What it is: A stock CPU cooler is included in the box with the processor.
When it matters: When total build cost matters and you need to know whether separate cooling must be bought right away.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Core i9 10900T includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
71.3% better multi-core performance
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (4,768 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >4700
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (4,768 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.4,768 vs 2,783
4 more CPU cores
Intel Core i9 10900T has more CPU cores than the average processor (10 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: 8+
Intel Core i9 10900T has more CPU cores than the average processor (10 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.10 vs 6
Supports memory overclocking
Intel Core i9 10900T supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
What it is: Allows memory speeds beyond official stock settings through manual tuning or profile-based overclocking.
When it matters: When you want to push RAM performance higher than stock support allows, especially in enthusiast or gaming builds.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Core i9 10900T supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
2.5x larger L3 cache
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (20 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=16 MB
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (20 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.20 MB vs 8 MB
2x more memory capacity
Intel Core i9 10900T has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=128 GB
Intel Core i9 10900T has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.128 GB vs 64 GB
7% higher boost clock
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >4.7 GHz
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
Modern CPU socket
Intel Core i9 10900T uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,200 vs FP2).
12 more CPU threads
Intel Core i9 10900T has more CPU threads than the average processor (20 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
71.3% better multi-core performance
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (4,768 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
4 more CPU cores
Intel Core i9 10900T has more CPU cores than the average processor (10 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
7% higher boost clock
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
36.4% higher multi-core score
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (6,539 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
39.9% higher PassMark score
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (14,735 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
18 higher clock multiplier
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher clock multiplier than the average processor (46 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
2.5x larger L3 cache
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (20 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
66.7% larger L1 cache
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (640 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
16.7% more L3 per core
Intel Core i9 10900T has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
Supports memory overclocking
Intel Core i9 10900T supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
2x more memory capacity
Intel Core i9 10900T has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
Includes stock cooler
Intel Core i9 10900T includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
22.2% lower base power
Intel Core i9 10900T has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.

Why is Intel Core i9 10900T worse than the average processor?

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No crypto acceleration
Intel Core i9 10900T does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
Narrower instruction support
Intel Core i9 10900T supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
8.9% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
Intel Core i9 10900T has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (441 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
Less advanced microarchitecture
Intel Core i9 10900T uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake).
16.7% larger process node
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
50% less L2 per core
Intel Core i9 10900T has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
15.7% larger die size
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher die size than the average processor (206 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
92.2% higher boost power
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (123 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
Less advanced microarchitecture
Intel Core i9 10900T uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake).
What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.
Importance: LOW
Intel Core i9 10900T uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake).Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake
92.2% higher boost power
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (123 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <50 W
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (123 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.123 W vs 64 W
16.7% larger process node
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: <10 nm
Intel Core i9 10900T has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.14 nm vs 12 nm
50% less L2 per core
Intel Core i9 10900T has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
What it is: The amount of L2 cache available to each CPU core.
When it matters: When you are comparing per-core cache resources in deeper architectural analysis.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=1 MB/core
Intel Core i9 10900T has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.0.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
8.9% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
Intel Core i9 10900T has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (441 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >600
Intel Core i9 10900T has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (441 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.441 vs 484
No crypto acceleration
Intel Core i9 10900T does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
What it is: Built-in hardware support for accelerating encryption and cryptographic tasks.
When it matters: When encryption speed or secure workloads matter to you.
Importance: LOW
Intel Core i9 10900T does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.AES vs AES, SHA
68% more expensive
Intel Core i9 10900T is more expensive than the average processor (£420 vs £250).
Intel Core i9 10900T is more expensive than the average processor (£420 vs £250).£420 vs £250
Narrower instruction support
Intel Core i9 10900T supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.
Importance: MEDIUM
Intel Core i9 10900T supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Intel Core i9 10900T?

Extremely low 35W TDP makes it ideal for small form factor (SFF) or fanless builds.
Features 10 cores and 20 threads, providing strong multi-threaded performance for its power class.
Significantly lower power consumption compared to standard i9-10900 or 10900K variants.
Good for home server setups and workstations where efficiency and low heat are prioritized.
Integrated graphics included, which is useful for office or media server builds.

What customers dislike about Intel Core i9 10900T?

Base clock speed is only 1.9GHz, which is considerably lower than the non-T versions.
Substantially slower in both single-thread and multi-threaded benchmarks compared to the 10900K.
Poor value for pure gaming compared to cheaper, higher-clocked chips like the i5-10600K.
Aggressive power limits cause it to throttle quickly under sustained heavy workloads.
Typically an OEM-only part, making it harder to find for individual retail purchase.

Expert reviews

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01/07/2026

Intel Core i9-10900T Benchmarks - Geekbench Browser

The Intel Core i9-10900T is a 10-core, 20-thread processor designed for high-efficiency, small-form-factor (SFF) systems with a 35W TDP. It offers 10-core performance at low power, suitable for silent, compact builds, but benchmarks indicate it is significantly slower than the standard 65W i9-10900 (around 23% less in multi-threaded tasks). A major advantage is its ability to...Read more

cpubenchmark.net

01/05/2020

Intel Core i9-10900T @ 1.90GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i9-10900T is a 10-core, 35W Comet Lake processor designed for efficient, compact workstations, achieving a PassMark CPU score of approximately 14,735. Key advantages include exceptional energy efficiency and a high 4.60 GHz turbo frequency suitable for SFF PCs, despite its low 1.9 GHz base clock. However, significant limitations include lower multi-thread performance...Read more

Intel i9-9900T vs i9-10900T [cpubenchmark.net] by PassMark Software

The Intel Core i9-10900T offers a significant multi-threaded performance boost over the i9-9900T, scoring roughly 13% higher in PassMark tests due to its 10-core/20-thread configuration. While supporting faster RAM and boasting a larger cache, the i9-10900T shares a similar 35W TDP and nearly identical single-thread performance to the 8-core/16-thread i9-9900T, which operates at a...Read more

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20/05/2020

Intel Core i9-10900K Review: Including technical analysis and market positioning of the i9-10900T

The Intel Core i9-10900K delivers top-tier 10-core/20-thread performance with a 5.3 GHz boost clock, excelling in gaming but facing competition in productivity tasks. It requires premium cooling to manage high power draw and temperatures, and necessitates an LGA 1200 motherboard. Key downsides include high power consumption often exceeding 250W, high operating temperatures, and a...Read more

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Mars 2026

CPU-Z Benchmark for Intel Core i9-10900T (1T): Would you like more precise comparative benchmarks between this low-power model (35W) and the standard...

a little longerThinking a little longer The CPU-Z benchmark for the Intel Core i9-10900T, a 10-core/20-thread 10th Gen processor, reveals a single-thread score of 462 and a multi-thread score of 5292, highlighting its focus on a low-power, 35W TDP design. Pros include high core density and efficiency, making it suitable for compact, low-heat workstations. Conversely, the lower clock...Read more

29/03/2026

The Intel Core i9-10900T is a 10-core, 20-thread Comet Lake desktop processor designed for high efficiency, featuring a low 35W TDP that makes it ideal for small-form-factor builds or quiet workstations. It operates at a 1.9 GHz base clock, boosting up to 4.6 GHz, providing strong multi-tasking capabilities, though it lacks the raw speed of higher-wattage models like the i9-10900....Read more

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Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i9 10900T

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