Intel

Intel Core i9-13900HX

Expert rating8.6 / 10

Brand:: Intel
Form Factor:: Laptop
CPU Socket:: BGA 1964 (BGA, soldered)
Core/Thread Count:: 24C/32T
TDP:: 55W
iGPU:: Intel UHD Graphics
CPU Series:: Core i9

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Manufacturer: Intel Last updated: 2026-09-12

Intel Core i9-13900HX Review

Intel Core i9-13900HX 24-core 32-thread laptop (hx-series desktop-class) processor, 2.2GHz base / 5.6GHz boost, 55W TDP, Raptor Lake, BGA 1964 (BGA, soldered) socket

The Intel Core i9-13900HX is a desktop-class performance chip for high-end gaming and creator laptops. Built on Intel's Raptor Lake architecture, it pairs 24 cores and 32 threads with a 2.2GHz base clock that boosts up to 5.6GHz and Intel UHD Graphics graphics, all within a 55W envelope.

Performance and Architecture

With 24 cores and 32 threads, the Intel Core i9-13900HX is built on Intel's Raptor Lake generation. Its 2.2GHz base clock boosts up to 5.6GHz, and Intel UHD Graphics graphics handle everyday display and light content-creation tasks.

Platform and Efficiency

The Intel Core i9-13900HX uses the BGA 1964 (BGA, soldered) platform in a 55W envelope, positioned as a desktop-class performance chip for high-end gaming and creator laptops.

Comparison to Alternatives

Within the Core i9 lineup in this catalog, the Intel Core i9-13900HX sits among other Raptor Lake parts at the 24-core tier, differentiated mainly by suffix, clock speed, and TDP. Against AMD's Ryzen processors in this catalog at a similar tier, Intel's Core i9 competes on single-thread performance and platform pricing, while against Intel's own Core Ultra parts in this catalog it lacks the on-die NPU but often costs less.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating8.6 / 10

The Intel Core i9-13900HX brings desktop-class core counts to a mobile chassis, a strong pick for high-end gaming and creator laptops.

Best for

High-end gaming laptops
Mobile content creation
Desktop-replacement laptops

Not for

Thin-and-light laptops
Battery-life-focused use
Fanless designs

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity

Codename	Raptor Lake
Release Year	2023

Segment and platform

Market Segment	Laptop
Microarchitecture	Raptor Lake
Socket	BGA 1964 (BGA, soldered)
Process Node	7 nm

Core configuration

Total Cores	24
Performance Cores	8
Efficiency Cores	16
Total Threads	32
SMT Enabled	Yes

Clock speeds

P-Core Base Clock	2.2 GHz
P-Core Boost Clock	5.4 GHz

Cache

L3 Cache	36 MB

Power and thermal

Base Power	55 W
Max Turbo Power	157 W

Memory

Memory Type	DDR5, DDR4

Graphics and AI

Integrated Graphics	Yes

Form Factor	Laptop
TDP	55 W
iGPU	Intel UHD Graphics for 13th Gen Intel Processors

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Intel Core i9-13900HX?

The Intel Core i9-13900HX has 24 cores and 32 threads, a 2.2 GHz base and 5.4 GHz boost clock, 36 MB of L3 cache and a 55 W TDP. Integrated graphics: Intel UHD Graphics for 13th Gen Intel Processors. Socket: BGA 1964 (BGA, soldered).

Will the Intel Core i9-13900HX work with my current setup?

The Intel Core i9-13900HX lists Socket is BGA 1964 (BGA, soldered). Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.

Who is the Intel Core i9-13900HX best suited to?

Best suited to: High-end gaming laptops; Mobile content creation; Desktop-replacement laptops.

What are the drawbacks of the Intel Core i9-13900HX?

Not the best fit for: Thin-and-light laptops; Battery-life-focused use; Fanless designs.