Intel Core i9-14900KS vs Intel Core i9-9820X X-series Processor

Intel Core i9-14900KS and Intel Core i9-9820X X-series Processor are evenly matched on our gaming benchmark, both scoring 100/100. Your choice should come down to price and availability.

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Intel Core i9-14900KS

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Intel Core i9-9820X X-series Processor

100
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Specs compared

SpecIntel Core i9-14900KSIntel Core i9-9820X X-series Processor
Gaming score100/100100/100
Cores / Threads24 / 3210 / 20
Boost clock6.20 GHz4.10 GHz
TDP150 W165 W
SocketLGA1700-
MSRP$689.00-

Intel Core i9-14900KS vs Intel Core i9-9820X X-series Processor: which should you buy?

Intel Core i9-14900KS and Intel Core i9-9820X X-series Processor are evenly matched on our gaming benchmark, both scoring 100/100. Your choice should come down to price and availability. For your specific games and resolution, run both through our comparison tool, check pairing with the bottleneck calculator, or see where each lands on the tier list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Intel Core i9-14900KS better than the Intel Core i9-9820X X-series Processor?
They are evenly matched (100/100 each).

Should I buy the Intel Core i9-14900KS or the Intel Core i9-9820X X-series Processor?
For raw gaming performance, choose the Intel Core i9-14900KS. If it costs notably more for only a small gain, the Intel Core i9-9820X X-series Processor can be the better value. Check current prices before deciding.

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