Intel Core i9-10900K

LGA 1200, 3.70 GHz, 10 -Core

Product details

Whether you're working on your feature film or the next episode of your YouTube series, Intel Core X processors tailor performance to your needs, with the two fastest cores operating at a higher frequency and up to 18 cores in use when extreme multitasking is required. Experience extreme performance, immersive 4K graphics, high-speed data and memory, and technological advances—all designed to take your processes from design to finished product at unmatched speed.

Increase your creativity: More productivity, less waiting time. Intel Core X processors handle your most demanding workloads effortlessly. Quickly upload, edit and experience 360-degree video in VR—all in stunning 4K.

Multitasking gets extreme: For your demanding work, you need the responsive technology to perform multiple CPU-intensive tasks simultaneously. With an Intel Core X processor, you can simultaneously edit video, render 3D effects and compose the soundtrack without compromising performance.

Overclock with confidence: Intel Core X processors offer extra power with a free multiplier. Combined with tools such as Intel's Extreme Tuning Utility (Intel XTU) and Extreme Memory Profile (Intel XMP), you get a powerful rig with maximum performance.

Intel Smart Cache: Improve efficiency with Intel Smart Cache technology. All cores now have access to the entire load-level cache, so data is retrieved before it is requested.

Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0: Increase your computer's processing power. Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 is available on Intel Core X processors. It detects the two fastest cores on the processor and routes the most important workloads to them. Improved single-thread performance lets you get the most out of your computer.

Key specifications

Processor family
Core i9 10th Gen
Number of processor cores
10 -Core
Max. TDP
125 W
Number of threads
20
PCI express version (max.)
3
Item number
12927644

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
BX8070110900K
Release date
20.5.2020

Processor

Processor family
Core i9 10th Gen
Processor socket
LGA 1200
Intel Core
Comet Lake
Processor clock frequency
3.70 GHz
Max. turbo clock rate
5.30 GHz
Number of processor cores
10 -Core
Number of threads
20
Lithography
14 nm
Max. TDP
125 W
L1 Cache
20000 kB
L3 Cache
20 MB
Multiplier unlocked
Yes
PCI express version (max.)
3
Processor design
64-bit
Front side bus frequency
8000 MHz
Transfer rate
8 GT/s

AMD Technologies

AMD Technologies
SSE4a

Intel Technologies

Intel technologies
Hyper-threading technology
Turbo Boost Technology
Virtualization technology (VT-x)

Graphics processing unit

Onboard graphics
Yes
Graphics card model
UHD Graphics 630
DirectX version
12
Max. connected monitors
3 x
Processor clock frequency
3700 MHz
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency
1200 MHz

Memory

Memory channels
Dual-Channel
Memory type
DDR4-RAM
Max. memory (RAM)
128 GB

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
RE100

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Fan
Intel packaging without heat sink

Package dimensions

Length
12 cm
Width
10.60 cm
Height
4.40 cm
Weight
75 g

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Processors» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.AMD
    1,2 %
  • 2.Intel
    2 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.AMD
    3 days
  • 2.Intel
    9 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Processors» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.AMD
    3,9 %
  • 2.Intel
    4,6 %

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Overall ratingVery good93/100
Very good92/100
PCgo Logo
Rank 3 out of 6PCgoVergleichstest Desktop-ProzessorenReleaseMarch 2021

AMD has clearly decided this battle in its favour. Giant Intel has to play hard to catch up again. At the moment, the classes for the blue team have moved back one point and we have to compare 5s with 7s. The fact that AMD still has a Ryzen 9 5950X up its sleeve should only be mentioned here in passing out of courtesy.

Very good92/100
PC Magazin Logo
Rank 3 out of 6PC MagazinVergleichstest Desktop-ProzessorenReleaseFebruary 2021

That is unusual. It seems Intel has slept through the times a little. When it comes to CPUs, Tema Blue is clearly behind Team Red. This comparative test shows that without ifs and buts. The good thing: CPU prices are developing nicely - as long as AMD doesn't get greedy. The fastest desktop CPU in the consumer sector comes from AMD...

Very good94/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseJanuary 2021
  • PositiveHigh-performance ten-core processor
  • PositiveIntegrated graphics solution
  • PositiveSupports Thunderbolt 3 natively
  • NegativeFan not included in scope of delivery
  • NegativeWeaker and more expensive than AMD competition

The Intel Core i9-10900K concludes our test as a very good desktop processor. It is the first ten-core CPU of the Comet Lake S generation that Intel places in the mainstream segment. Accordingly, it is considered a competitor to AMD's Ryzen 9 5900X. The CPU is extremely powerful in our benchmarks. Overall, however, it can't quite keep up with the performance of the cheaper Ryzen 7 5800X.

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GameStar Logo
GameStarSingle testReleaseSeptember 2020
  • PositiveHigh per-stroke performance
  • PositiveVery high clock speeds
  • PositiveBest CPU for gaming
  • Positivegood application performance
  • Negativerequires a new mainboard (LGA1200)
  • NegativeRyzen 9 offers more application performance