For this review, we utilized a DDR5 6400 MHz kit. As mentioned, the performance is impressive. While there might be minor variations in performance, possibly a few percentage points at best, such differences are likely imperceptible in real-world usage. This advanced kit also boasts WIFI6 and 7 and a 2.5 Gbps capability. Additionally, the Tomahawk is equipped with a sophisticated 16+1 phase power arrangement. Regarding PCIe 5.0, our perspective is that, currently, it's not essential for graphics cards. Although PCIe Gen 5 SSDs might seem appealing, our tests show that beyond sustained performance, there isn't a significant difference. As of now, we don't consider it a major selling point.

The Core i9-13900K is a processor with a notable maximum TDP (PL2) of 253 Watts. While it doesn't operate at this wattage constantly, it can reach that level during short bursts when necessary. Although the temperatures can spike momentarily, they tend to be transient. In comparison, the performance metrics show an advantage over what AMD's 7950X offers. While a premium heatpipe-based cooler can be used to cool this processor, we recommend a high-quality LCS kit. Our testing indicated that the processor momentarily hit 96°C and stabilized between 80°C to 85°C under a full 32-threaded load.