Intel Core i9

The Intel Core i9 is a desktop processor released in 2023. It features eight cores and sixteen threads, with a base clock speed of 3200 MHz and a boost speed up to 5400 MHz. Constructed on a 9nm process, it has a rated power draw of 150W and launched at approximately $700.

Released2023
Cores / threads8 / 16
Clock3200 MHz
Power150 W
Atlas performance index510 model estimate

Ranks #14 of 559 rated CPUs · top 3%. Fastest CPU we rate: 940.

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BrandIntel
FamilyDesktop
Released2023
Cores / threads8 / 16
Base clock3200 MHz
Boost clock5400 MHz
Power (TDP)150 W
Process9 nm
Launch price$700
Atlas performance index510 model estimate

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