Intel Core i9-13980HX vs Intel Core i9-12900H

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Performance
Core i9-13980HX13% better
25,05168% of 36,991
Core i9-12900H
22,09360% of 36,991

The Core i9-13980HX has 13% better performance than the Core i9-12900H for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i9-13980HX
37.531% of 121.53
Core i9-12900H
No data available

The Core i9-13980HX has 31% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i9-13980HX CPU

The Intel Core i9-13980HX is a 24-core (32-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2023 with a suggested retail price of $668. It is part of Intel's Core i9 lineup, which is based on the Raptor Lake-HX microarchitecture. The i9-13980HX is compatible with Intel BGA 1964 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-13980HX supports DDR4-3200, DDR5-5600 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i9-13980HX has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 80 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 36 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i9-13980HX features 24 total cores which can process 32 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 24 cores consist of 8 P-Cores and 16 E-Cores. P-Cores are designed for high-performance tasks and E-Cores are intended for efficiency and lighter tasks. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.6 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i9-13980HX includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 770. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Core i9-13980HX has the 25th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 67.72% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 25,051 score and $668 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 37.5. This is the 88th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i9-12900H CPU

The Intel Core i9-12900H is a 14-core (20-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2022. It is part of Intel's Core i9 lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-H microarchitecture. The i9-12900H is compatible with Intel BGA 1744 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the Iris Xe 96EU integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-12900H supports DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i9-12900H has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 80 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1.25 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 24 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i9-12900H features 14 total cores which can process 20 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 14 cores consist of 6 P-Cores and 8 E-Cores. P-Cores are designed for high-performance tasks and E-Cores are intended for efficiency and lighter tasks. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.5 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.0 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i9-12900H includes an integrated graphics solution called Iris Xe 96EU. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i9-12900H has the 56th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 59.73% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCore i9-13980HXCore i9-12900H
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i9Core i9
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2023Q1 2022
Launch Price (MSRP)$668--
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i9-13980HX13% better
25,05168% of 36,991
Core i9-12900H
22,09360% of 36,991

The Core i9-13980HX has 13% better performance than the Core i9-12900H for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i9-13980HX is ranked 25th with a score of 25,051, and the Core i9-12900H is ranked 56th with a score of 22,093.

Performance per dollar
Core i9-13980HX
37.531% of 121.53
Core i9-12900H
No data available

The Core i9-13980HX has 71% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i9-13980HX's 37.5 performance per dollar ranks it 88th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i9-13980HX or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i9-13980HX25,051
Core i7-13650HX24,468.5-2%
Core i9-13900HK24,125-4%
Core i7-13700HX23,995.5-4%
Core i9-13950HX23,960-4%
Core i9-14900HX22,192-11%
Ryzen 9 8945HS22,175-11%
Core i9-12900H22,093-12%
Ryzen 9 7845HX22,073-12%
Core i7-12800H22,022-12%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i9-13980HX orCore i9-12900H
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-13700H40.84+9%
Core i7-13620H40.81+9%
Core i9-13950HX40.61+8%
Core i9-12950HX39.2+5%
Core i9-12900HX37.91+1%
Core i9-13980HX37.5
Core i5-1335U37.43-0%
Core i7-1370P37.17-1%
Core i7-10875H36.94-2%
Core i9-13900H36.21-3%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkCore i9-13980HXCore i9-12900H
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
25,051
(+13.39%)
22,093
3DMark Time Spy CPU
17,026
(+42.58%)
11,941
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
4,717
(+82.41%)
2,586
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
304.5
(+14.91%)
265
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
17,564
(+71.7%)
10,229.5
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
2,881.5
(+21.66%)
2,368.5
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
47,297
(+68.09%)
28,138
CPU Mark Single-Thread
4,309
(+13.48%)
3,797
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCore i9-13980HXCore i9-12900H
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size10 nm10 nm

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecCore i9-13980HXCore i9-12900H
SeriesCore i9Core i9
MicroarchitectureRaptor Lake-HXAlder Lake-H
CodenameRaptor Lake-HXAlder Lake-H
Memory SupportDDR4-3200, DDR5-5600DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryYesNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecCore i9-13980HXCore i9-12900H
Cores2414
Threads3220
Performance Cores (P-cores)86
Efficient Cores (E-cores)168
Clock Speed2.2 GHz2.5 GHz
Turbo Clock5.6 GHz5.0 GHz
P-core Clock2.2 GHz2.5 GHz
P-core Turbo Clock5.6 GHz5.0 GHz
E-core Clock Speed1600.0 MHz1800.0 MHz
E-core Turbo Clock4.0 GHz3.8 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier22.0x25.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecCore i9-13980HXCore i9-12900H
L1 Cache80 KB80 KB
L2 Cache2 MB1.25 MB
L3 Cache36 MB24 MB
E-core L1 Cache96 KB96 KB
E-core L2 Cache4 MB2 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecCore i9-13980HXCore i9-12900H
SocketIntel BGA 1964Intel BGA 1744
PCI ExpressPCIe 5.0 x20PCIe 4.0 x20
Thermal Design Power (TDP)55 W45 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)55 W--
Power Limit 2 (PL2)157 W--
Tcase Max72 °C--
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCore i9-13980HXCore i9-12900H
Integrated GraphicsUHD Graphics 770Iris Xe 96EU
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, SHA, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, ABM, ADX, RdRand, DLBoost, TBT 2.0, TBT 3.0, TVBMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, SHA, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, ABM, ADX, RdRand, TBT 2.0, TBT 3.0

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.