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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£580
  • Avg. price in US: ~$700
  • PassMark benchmark result: 29739
  • N. of physical cores: 14
  • CPU boost clock speed: 5.4 GHz

Intel Core i9 13905H review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

7.1

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

7.1

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Very good
7.1

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

6.9

Performance

18.0%

7.8

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

7.5

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.1

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.5

Platform

1.0%

8.7

Integrated Graphics

Very good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 6.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.1

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    7.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    8.8

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    4.4

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    5.9

    N. of physical cores

  • 6.0
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    6.5

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    5.9

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    6.4

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    4.4

    L3 cache

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £580

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Verdict

The Intel Core i9-13905H is a high-end mobile processor from the 13th Gen Raptor Lake-H series, featuring 14 cores (6 performance and 8 efficient) and 20 threads with a max turbo frequency of 5.4 GHz. Built on the Intel 7 process, it includes 24MB of Smart Cache, a 45W base power rating (up to 115W), and integrated Iris Xe graphics with 96 execution units. Its primary advantages are top-tier multi-threaded performance for gaming and content creation, support for fast DDR5-5200 memory, and PCIe 5.0 compatibility. However, its significant power consumption can lead to high heat output in laptops, and it lacks the vPro management features found in similar models like the i9-13900H.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i9 13905H

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

7.1
Intel Core i9 13905H has a technical score of 7.12 points, which is higher than that of 86.2% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Intel Core i9 13905H has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.1

Overall score

40.0%

7.5

Price

7.2
Intel Core i9 13905H has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.2 points, which is higher than 77% of products in this category.
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

mobile
Intel Core i9 13905H belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
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

FCBGA1792
Intel Core i9 13905H uses the FCBGA1792 CPU socket, which is older than that of 69.1% of processors and equal to that of 0.2% of processors.
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

WM790, HM770
Intel Core i9 13905H supports WM790, HM770 chipsets, which is narrower compatibility than 59.6% of processors and equal to that of 2.2% of processors.
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

x86-64
Intel Core i9 13905H uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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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+

14
Intel Core i9 13905H has 14 CPU cores, which is more than 87.1% of processors and equal to 4.3% of processors.
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+

20
Intel Core i9 13905H offers 20 CPU threads, which is more than 85.4% of processors and equal to 4.5% of processors.
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

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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

5.4 GHz
Intel Core i9 13905H reaches a boost clock of 5.4 GHz which is higher than that of 94.9% of processors and equal to that of 2.6% of processors.
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

6 x 2.6 GHz & 8 x 1.9 GHz
Intel Core i9 13905H has a base clock of 6x2.6 GHz & 8x1.9 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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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

10 nm
Intel Core i9 13905H uses a 10 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 52.3% of processors and equal to that of 19.1% of processors.
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

Intel 7
Intel Core i9 13905H is built on the Intel 7 foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 66.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.9% of processors.
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

24 MB
Intel Core i9 13905H has an L3 cache of 24 MB which is larger than that of 81.5% of processors and equal to that of 5.8% of processors.
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

11.5 MB
Intel Core i9 13905H has an L2 cache of 11.5 MB which is larger than that of 82.5% of processors and equal to that of 2.2% of processors.
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

1,248 KB
Intel Core i9 13905H has an L1 cache of 1248 KB which is larger than that of 89.9% of processors and equal to that of 2.2% of processors.
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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

DDR4/DDR5
Intel Core i9 13905H supports DDR DDR4/DDR5, which is newer than that of 79.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.7% of processors.
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

6,400 MHz
Intel Core i9 13905H supports memory speeds up to 6400 MHz, which is higher than that of 83.9% of processors and equal to 8.1% of processors.
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

LPDDR5X-6400 MHz
Intel Core i9 13905H supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR5X-6400 MHz, which is higher than that of 90.9% of processors and equal to 2.4% of processors.
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

N/A
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

64 GB
Intel Core i9 13905H supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.6% of processors.
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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

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Intel Core i9 13905H includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
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

Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU
Intel Core i9 13905H uses the Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 81.1% of processors and equal to that in 2.9% of processors.
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

96
Intel Core i9 13905H has 96 GPU execution units, which is more than 95.1% of processors and equal to 4% of processors.
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

300 MHz
Intel Core i9 13905H has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
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

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode), JPEG (HW decode/encode)
Intel Core i9 13905H supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode), JPEG (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 97.2% of processors and equal to 1.2% of processors.
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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

45 W
Intel Core i9 13905H has a TDP of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.9% of processors and equal to that of 11.4% of processors.
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

45 W
Intel Core i9 13905H has a base power of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.6% of processors.
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

115 W
Intel Core i9 13905H has a boost power of 115 W which is higher than that of 72.4% of processors and equal to that of 5.7% of processors.
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

28 seconds
Intel Core i9 13905H has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 3.8% of processors and equal to that of 85% of processors.
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

yes
Intel Core i9 13905H supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 35-45 W
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Intel Core i9 13905H vs the average processor

  • 2.53x better multi-core performance
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (7,028 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 13905H has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (7,028 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.7,028 vs 2,783
  • 2.97x higher multi-core score
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (14,212 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (14,212 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.14,212 vs 4,793
  • 25.6% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.4 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 13905H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.5.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 8 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i9 13905H has more CPU cores than the average processor (14 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 13905H has more CPU cores than the average processor (14 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.14 vs 6
  • 50.6% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,739 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,739 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,739 vs 2,483
  • 2.82x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (29,739 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (29,739 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.29,739 vs 10,532.5
  • 63.4% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,404 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,404 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,404 vs 1,471
  • 12 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i9 13905H 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 13905H has more CPU threads than the average processor (20 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.20 vs 8
  • Broader instruction support
    Intel Core i9 13905H supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, CLMUL, VAES, VPCLMULQDQ, BMI1, BMI2 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • Supports HMP
    Intel Core i9 13905H supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a newer release date than the average processor (2,023 vs 2,020).
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i9 13905H includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 2.53x better multi-core performance
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (7,028 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 2.97x higher multi-core score
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (14,212 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 25.6% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 50.6% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,739 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 8 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i9 13905H has more CPU cores than the average processor (14 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 2.82x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (29,739 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 63.4% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,404 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 12 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i9 13905H has more CPU threads than the average processor (20 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 40.3% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (679 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 2 wider front-end design
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher front-end width than the average processor (6 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 4.6x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (11.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 4x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i9 13905H has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • 3x larger L3 cache
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (24 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel Core i9 13905H uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i9 13905H uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 3.25x larger L1 cache
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (1,248 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i9 13905H uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a lower process node than the average processor (10 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 12 more PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i9 13905H has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (28 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i9 13905H supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 vs 3.0).
  • 2.18x higher memory speed
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (6,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i9 13905H supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • 4x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core i9 13905H has more GPU execution units than the average processor (96 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • Better integrated GPU
    Intel Core i9 13905H uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Core i9 13905H has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.

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Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
  • 44.4% larger die size
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher die size than the average processor (257 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    Intel Core i9 13905H supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8).
  • 79.7% higher boost power
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (115 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 44.4% larger die size
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher die size than the average processor (257 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher die size than the average processor (257 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².257 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • 79.7% higher boost power
    Intel Core i9 13905H has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (115 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 13905H has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (115 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.115 W vs 64 W
  • 2.32x more expensive
    Intel Core i9 13905H is more expensive than the average processor (£580 vs £250).
    Intel Core i9 13905H is more expensive than the average processor (£580 vs £250).£580 vs £250
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    Intel Core i9 13905H supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8).
    What it is: The supported ways PCIe lanes can be split across multiple slots or devices.
    When it matters: When you plan multiple expansion cards or NVMe adapters.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core i9 13905H supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8).x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8
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What customers like about Intel Core i9 13905H?

  • Exceptional multi-core performance for a 45W chip, making it one of the fastest in its power class.
  • Strong 5.4 GHz turbo boost frequency provides high responsiveness for single-threaded tasks and gaming.
  • Efficient 'Type 4' compact packaging allows for thinner laptop designs (like the Yoga Pro 9i) without sacrificing high-end i9 power.
  • Optimized for professional creative workloads such as 3D rendering in Blender and heavy video editing.
  • Excellent memory support including high-speed LPDDR5X (up to 6400 MT/s).

What customers dislike about Intel Core i9 13905H?

  • Thermal throttling can be a significant issue in the slim laptops it is designed for, leading to performance drops during sustained heavy loads.
  • Significantly lower core count (14 cores) compared to the i9-13900HX (24 cores), which offers much better multi-threaded value for the same price point.
  • High power draw (up to 115W PL2) often leads to loud, high-pitched fan noise in compact chassis.
  • Limited I/O support in the smaller package, which only supports a maximum of 3 Thunderbolt 4 ports instead of 4.
  • Battery life tends to be poor when the processor is pushed, often lasting less than a full workday under mixed performance use.

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cpubenchmark.net
Q2 2023
Intel i9-13905H vs i9-13900H - CPU Benchmarks Do you need specific benchmark scores or gaming performance comparisons for this CPU? Copy

The Intel Core i9-13905H and i9-13900H share a 14-core architecture with 5.4 GHz max turbo frequencies, but the 13905H offers roughly 8-9% higher multi-threaded performance in PassMark tests. While single-thread speeds are nearly identical, the 13905H features a smaller BGA1792 socket for compact laptops, compared to the 13900H's larger BGA1744 socket. Pros for the 13905H include...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
Q2 2023
Intel Core i9-13905H - CPU PassMark Benchmarks

The Intel Core i9-13905H is a high-end 13th Gen Raptor Lake laptop processor featuring 14 cores (6 Performance, 8 Efficient) and 20 threads, designed for heavy workloads. PassMark results indicate it operates with a 29,739 multi-threaded score, making it a top-tier 45W mobile chip suitable for gaming and content creation. Pros include superior multi-threaded...Read more

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notebookcheck.net
13/09/2023
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 14IRP G8, i9-13905H RTX 4060 Review Summary

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 14 G8 is a premium 14.5-inch multimedia laptop featuring an Intel Core i9-13905H, RTX 4060 GPU, and a standout 3K Mini-LED display with up to 1,400 nits brightness. It offers excellent build quality, a comfortable keyboard, and a wide port selection including Thunderbolt 4. Performance is strong for both creative tasks and gaming, though the device has a...Read more

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techradar.com
11/09/2023
Lenovo Slim Pro 9i 16 review: great power and display

The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i (16-inch, 2023) serves as a potent Windows-based creative workstation, boasting a 16-inch 3.2K mini-LED display with 165Hz, high color accuracy, and 1,200 nits peak brightness. Powered by an Intel Core i9-13905H and Nvidia RTX 40-series graphics, it offers superior performance compared to the Dell XPS 15 and rivals the M2 Pro MacBook Pro, all within a durable,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
25/09/2023
Intel Core i9-13905H - LaptopMedia Benchmarks

The Intel Core i9-13905H is a high-end, 14-core (6 E) Raptor Lake-H processor designed for workstations, operating at a 45W base TDP with speeds up to 5.40 GHz. It provides exceptional multi-threaded performance, yielding over 18,000 points in Cinebench R23, and supports modern standards like LPDDR5x-6400 RAM and PCIe 5.0. While offering peak power for content creation, the...Read more

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tomshardware.fr
02/11/2023
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i Review: A Stunning Screen on a High-Performance PC

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i (Gen 9) is a premium 16-inch creator laptop featuring Intel Core Ultra 9 processors and NVIDIA RTX 40-series graphics, offering high performance for demanding tasks in a sturdy aluminum chassis. Its primary highlight is the 3.2K Mini LED display, which boasts up to 1,200 nits of brightness, complemented by an excellent keyboard, large trackpad, and a...Read more

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profesionalreview.com
05/10/2023
Asus Zenbook Pro 16X OLED 2023 Review (Full Analysis)

The 2023 ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X OLED (UX7602) is a premium workstation designed for creators, featuring an Intel Core i9-13905H processor and NVIDIA RTX 4080 GPU within a CNC-milled aluminum chassis. The device incorporates the AAS Ultra mechanism, which tilts the keyboard to improve ergonomics and increases airflow to the cooling system by 30%. Its standout display is a 16-inch 3.2K...Read more

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ansa.it
17/11/2023
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i is the Windows laptop for work and play

The ANSA review characterizes the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i as a premium, high-performance 16-inch Windows laptop tailored for creative professionals and leisure, featuring a robust aluminum chassis and powerful internals like an Intel Core i9-13905H and NVIDIA RTX 4070. Key strengths highlighted include the exceptional 3.2K Mini LED PureSight Pro display with high color accuracy and...Read more

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hwupgrade.it
15/09/2023
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i: The Notebook for Pros

The HWUpgrade review highlights the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i as a high-performance, 16-inch creator laptop featuring a premium aluminum chassis, excellent port selection (including Thunderbolt 4 and SD card reader), and impressive audio quality. Powered by Intel Core Ultra 9 185H and NVIDIA RTX 4060 graphics, the device delivers strong performance for 4K video editing and 3D modeling,...Read more

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notebookcheck.net
23/09/2023
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16 Series Review - Notebookcheck

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 9 is a high-performance creator laptop featuring Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 graphics. Its standout feature is a 16-inch 3.2K Mini-LED display with 165Hz, high brightness, and wide color coverage. Key strengths include a sturdy aluminum build and an excellent keyboard. However, the device suffers from mediocre battery...Read more

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itdaily.be
14/11/2023
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i review: a 'pro' label with meaning

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i Gen 10 Aura Edition is a high-performance 16-inch laptop for creative professionals, featuring a robust aluminum chassis and a standout PureSight Pro Tandem OLED display with 1,000+ nits brightness and excellent color accuracy. Performance is driven by an Intel Core Ultra 9 285H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070, offering top-tier speed for 3D rendering and 4K...Read more

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techzine.nl
31/10/2023
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i: plenty of performance, with some caveats

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 is a high-performance, all-aluminum workstation featuring a superb 16-inch 3.2K mini-LED display with a 165Hz refresh rate and an Intel Core i9-13905H/NVIDIA RTX 4070 configuration. While excelling in creative tasks with massive 64GB RAM, the compact chassis suffers from thermal constraints, causing the CPU to throttle under sustained heavy loads. Key...Read more

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