I haven’t located a solid review for the Intel i9-13900 (non K) model.
I haven’t located a solid review for the Intel i9-13900 (non K) model.
You're considering a fresh build with air cooling for easier upkeep. You've already refilled your AIO water cooler and are moving away from overclocking. Your question is about the Asus RoG Strix B760-F kit paired with an Intel i9 13900, a Noctua NH-D15 case, and wondering why fewer reviews exist for the non-K version compared to the K model.
Because many viewers aren’t interested, the video doesn’t attract high engagement, making it less valuable for them to spend time on. The content mainly covers basic power options rather than advanced features, which limits its appeal. Within the available budget, sticking to lower power modes is a smarter choice. While DDR5 offers improvements, 64GB RAM remains costly and may not be necessary for most users.
Hi, for air cooling I’d choose an i7. You can definitely cool an i9 but expect lower temperatures. I understand you mentioned air cooling, but an AIO is simpler and works well. The Noctua cooler offers solid performance and good temps. I’ve noticed it handles heat very well. I think the 13700KF would be a solid pick — it’s reputed to do great work. You’ll likely get around 32GB of RAM, which is plenty for most tasks.
I believe you could receive a 13900 for the same cost as the 13900, but I don’t understand why you’d choose it even without overclocking.
However, the i7-13700KF offers greater Maximum Turbo Power (253W) compared to the i9-13900 (219W), which might lead to increased heat generation. I need test data showing how it performs with an air cooler. The Noctua Site claims it can manage even the 13900K's heat. Intel Core i9-13900K details are listed under CPU Compatibility and Noctua Compatibility Centre.
Back then, the situation was very different. Ten years ago, AMD would have been making FX chips, and they were almost out of money. Intel was just starting with their second-gen processors. These older chips aren’t used much anymore and are much slower than today’s options. If you buy a 13th-gen CPU now, you’ll likely upgrade to an 18th if you want to stay relevant. You won’t last until the 23rd-gen models arrive.
This situation is unlikely to last long. Every few years, upgrades happen, usually every 5-6 years. You won’t upgrade to a 4090 if you’re not spending a lot of money or it isn’t worth it. It will be surpassed by the latest card in 2-3 years at a lower price. Having too much RAM doesn’t make sense—just use what you need now. Don’t overspend just because you can. You don’t need the highest performance; companies usually want you to focus on practicality.