Maximised performance, but at limited volumes
Published: 28th September 2022 | Source: Intel | Author: Mark Campbell
Intel has revealed its fastest ever desktop processor
Following the reveal of their 13th generation Raptor Lake series of processors, Intel revealed their first 6.0 GHz processor, the i9-13900KS. Essentially, the i9-13900KS is a higher clocked i9-13900K processor, offering users higher core clock speeds out of the box. This higher-end CPU model will be available in early 2023 in limited volumes.
With this processor, Intel has become the first CPU company to hit the 6 GHz barrier. Previously, these kinds of overclocks were exclusive to enthusiasts who uses sub-zero cooling solutions, making a 6+ GHz overclock a feat for hyper enthusiasts. Next year, CPUs with out-of-the-box 6GHz clock speeds will be available, delivering extremely high levels of single-threaded performance to the masses.
Currently, it is unknown how much Intel's limited edition KS series processor will cost, though we expect it to have a significant price premium over the company's standard i9-13900K. Intel's last-generation i9-12900KS had a $150 premium over its standard counterpart, so don't expect Intel's i9-13900KS CPU to be cheap.
We expect Intel to launch their i9-13900KS processor to counter AMD's planned launch of V-Cache enhanced Zen 4 Ryzen 7000 series processors. These processors promise to deliver a significant boost to AMD's gaming performance, potentially placing Intel in a difficult position.
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