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Intel Core i3-13100TE review: 74 specs compared

Avg. price:~£130PassMark multi-core score:11248N. of physical cores:4CPU boost clock speed:4.1 GHzCPU socket:LGA1700TDP (Thermal design power):35 W

Intel Core i3-13100TE Review: Compare 74 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Processors category and whether it is worth buying.

6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 25%, List score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

40%

6.0

Technical score

25%

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Reviews scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.2, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.0, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–²Better than 52% of processors
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–²Better than 71%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

60%

5.2

Performance

18%

6.7

Architecture

10%

7.9

Memory & PCIe

7%

6.5

Power & Thermal

4%

8.3

Platform

1%

7.7

Integrated graphics

â–²Better than 53%
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Reviews score

Reviews score
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.2 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet. Until we do, its review part counts as 7.2.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
No expert tests yet
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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    N/A~ £130
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    Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i3-13100TE

    Technical score
    Technical score
    6.0/ 10
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    What it is
    How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
    Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
    Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    Score components:

    60%

    5.2

    Performance

    18%

    6.7

    Architecture

    10%

    7.9

    Memory & PCIe

    7%

    6.5

    Power & Thermal

    4%

    8.3

    Platform

    1%

    7.7

    Integrated graphics

    6.0
    Reviews score
    7.2
    List score
    ?
    Value for money
    Value for money
    7.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.
    When it matters
    When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Score components:

    70%

    6.8

    Overall score

    30%

    9.8

    Price

    7.7
    Processor type
    embedded
    This processor belongs to the embedded processor class, which is less advanced than that of 93.1% of processors and equal to that of 6.9% of processors.
    CPU socket
    LGA1700
    This processor uses the LGA1700 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 84.5% of processors and equal to that of 8.4% of processors.
    Chipset
    Z790, H770, B760, Z690, H670, B660, H610, Q670, W680, R680E, Q670E, H610E
    This processor supports Z790, H770, B760, Z690, H670, B660, H610, Q670, W680, R680E, Q670E, H610E chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 89% of processors and equal to that of 0.3% of processors.
    CPU architecture
    x86-64
    This processor uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.8% of processors and equal to that of 98.2% of processors.
    Instruction sets
    MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES
    This processor supports MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES instruction sets, which is narrower support than 78.4% of processors and equal to that of 1.1% of processors.
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    N. of physical cores
    4
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This processor has 4 CPU cores, which is fewer than 52.8% of processors and equal to 27.5% of processors.
    CPU threads
    8
    Market range: <4 – >24
    This processor offers 8 CPU threads, which is more than 33.4% of processors and equal to 18.8% of processors.
    CPU boost clock speed
    4.1 GHz
    Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
    This processor reaches a boost clock of 4.1 GHz which is lower than that of 58.7% of processors and equal to that of 2.8% of processors.
    CPU base clock speed
    4x 2.4 GHz
    This processor has a base clock of 4x2.4 GHz which is lower than that of 69.3% of processors and equal to that of 0.9% of processors.
    PassMark multi-core score
    11,248
    Market range: <2.5k – >32.5k
    This processor scores 11,248 in PassMark, which is lower than 50.5% of processors.
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    Semiconductor size
    10 nm
    Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
    This processor uses a 10 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 50.8% of processors and equal to that of 19.5% of processors.
    Foundry
    Intel 7
    This processor is built on the Intel 7 foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 64.8% of processors and equal to that of 15.7% of processors.
    L3 cache
    12 MB
    Market range: <2 MB – >32 MB
    This processor has an L3 cache of 12 MB which is larger than that of 52% of processors and equal to that of 9.3% of processors.
    L2 cache
    5 MB
    Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
    This processor has an L2 cache of 5 MB which is larger than that of 62.9% of processors and equal to that of 2.5% of processors.
    L1 cache
    320 KB
    Market range: <128 KB – >1.2k KB
    This processor has an L1 cache of 320 KB which is smaller than that of 56.1% of processors and equal to that of 4.2% of processors.
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    DDR memory version
    DDR4/DDR5
    This processor supports DDR DDR4/DDR5, which is newer than that of 77.1% of processors and equal to that of 10.7% of processors.
    Maximum memory speed
    4,800 MHz
    Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
    This processor supports memory speeds up to 4,800 MHz, which is higher than that of 64.6% of processors and equal to 6% of processors.
    Max memory speed (JEDEC)
    DDR5-4800 MHz
    This processor supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-4800 MHz, which is higher than that of 62.3% of processors and equal to 6.7% of processors.
    Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
    ?
    Maximum memory capacity
    128 GB
    Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
    This processor supports up to 128 GB of memory, which is more than 59.3% of processors and equal to 22.8% of processors.
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    Integrated graphics
    yes
    This processor includes integrated graphics. 14.7% of processors offer this.
    Integrated GPU model
    Intel UHD Graphics 730
    This processor uses the Intel UHD Graphics 730 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 54.4% of processors and equal to that in 2.1% of processors.
    Integrated GPU execution units
    24
    Market range: <6 – >64
    This processor has 24 GPU execution units, which is more than 49.1% of processors and equal to 20.8% of processors.
    Integrated GPU base frequency
    300 MHz
    Market range: <300 MHz – >800 MHz
    This processor has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57.8% of processors and equal to that of 38.4% of processors.
    Integrated media encoders/decoders
    H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
    This processor supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 85.4% of processors and equal to 5.4% of processors.
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    TDP (Thermal design power)
    35 W
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor has a TDP of 35 W which is lower than that of 53.2% of processors and equal to that of 14% of processors.
    Base power (PL1)
    35 W
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor has a base power of 35 W which is lower than that of 53.3% of processors and equal to that of 14.1% of processors.
    Boost power (PL2)
    69 W
    Market range: <25 W – >150 W
    This processor has a boost power of 69 W which is higher than that of 52.6% of processors and equal to that of 0.6% of processors.
    Tau (power duration limit)
    28 seconds
    Market range: <8 seconds – >28 seconds
    This processor has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 4.4% of processors and equal to that of 85.3% of processors.
    Configurable TDP
    no
    This processor does not support configurable TDP. 53.7% of processors offer this.
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    Intel Core i3-13100TE vs the average processor

    246810TotalPlatformPerformanceArchitectureMemory & PCIeIntegrated graphicsPower & Thermal
    • Newer PCIe version
      This processor supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 + 4 vs 3).
      5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0
    • More advanced microarchitecture
      This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake).
      Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake
    • 2.5x more L2 per core
      This processor has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
      1.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
    • 62.2% more L3 per core
      This processor has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (3 MB/core vs 1.85 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.85 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
      3 MB/core vs 1.85 MB/core
    • Newer DDR support
      This processor supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5 vs DDR4).
      DDR4/DDR5 vs DDR4
    • 4 more PCIe lanes
      This processor has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
      20 vs 16
    • 2x more memory capacity
      This processor has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
      128 GB vs 64 GB
    • Modern CPU socket
      This processor uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1700 vs FP5).
      LGA1700 vs FP5
    • Modern CPU socket
      This processor uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1700 vs FP5).
      LGA1700 vs FP5
    • 3 years newer release date
      This processor has a newer release date than the average processor (2023 vs 2020).
      January 2023
      2023 vs 2020
    • 16.7% higher single-core score
      This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,792 vs 1,535). The average processor scores 1,535 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
      1,792 vs 1,535
    • 12% better single-core performance
      This processor has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,865 vs 2,558). The average processor scores 2,558 in PassMark single-core.
      2,865 vs 2,558
    • 4x higher bus transfer rate
      This processor has a higher bus transfer rate than the average processor (32 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
      32 GT/s vs 8 GT/s
    • 13.4% higher multi-core score
      This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (5,905 vs 5,209). The average processor scores 5,209 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
      5,905 vs 5,209
    • More advanced microarchitecture
      This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake).
      Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake
    • 2.5x more L2 per core
      This processor has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
      1.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
    • 62.2% more L3 per core
      This processor has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (3 MB/core vs 1.85 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.85 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
      3 MB/core vs 1.85 MB/core
    • More advanced foundry
      This processor uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm).
      Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm
    • 66.7% larger L2 cache
      This processor has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (5 MB vs 3 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 3 MB.
      5 MB vs 3 MB
    • Newer PCIe version
      This processor supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 + 4 vs 3).
      5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0
    • Newer DDR support
      This processor supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5 vs DDR4).
      DDR4/DDR5 vs DDR4
    • 4 more PCIe lanes
      This processor has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
      20 vs 16
    • 2x more memory capacity
      This processor has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
      128 GB vs 64 GB
    • 63.8% higher memory bandwidth
      This processor has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (76.8 GB/s vs 46.9 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s.
      76.8 GB/s vs 46.9 GB/s
    • Supports ECC memory
      This processor supports ECC memory, while the average processor does not. 32% of processors support it.
    • 50% higher memory speed
      This processor has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (4,800 MHz vs 3,200 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 3,200 MHz.
      4,800 MHz vs 3,200 MHz
    • 1 more supported displays
      This processor has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
      4 vs 3
    • 22.2% lower base power
      This processor has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
      35 W vs 45 W
    • 2 fewer CPU cores
      This processor has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
      4 vs 6
    • No configurable TDP
      This processor does not support configurable TDP, while the average processor does. 53.7% of processors support configurable TDP.
    • Narrower instruction support
      This processor supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V).
      MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V
    • 6.8% lower boost clock
      This processor has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.1 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.4 GHz.
      4.1 GHz vs 4.4 GHz
    • Lower base clock
      This processor has a lower base clock than the average processor (4x2.4 GHz vs 4x3.4 GHz).
      4x2.4 GHz vs 4x3.4 GHz
    • Weaker security extensions
      This processor provides less advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK).
      AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK
    • Limited PCIe bifurcation
      This processor supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x4/x4/x4/x4).
      x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x4/x4/x4/x4
    • Narrower instruction support
      This processor supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V).
      MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V
    • Weaker security extensions
      This processor provides less advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK).
      AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK
    • 2 fewer CPU cores
      This processor has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
      4 vs 6
    • 6.8% lower boost clock
      This processor has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.1 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.4 GHz.
      4.1 GHz vs 4.4 GHz
    • Lower base clock
      This processor has a lower base clock than the average processor (4x2.4 GHz vs 4x3.4 GHz).
      4x2.4 GHz vs 4x3.4 GHz
    • Limited PCIe bifurcation
      This processor supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x4/x4/x4/x4).
      x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x4/x4/x4/x4
    • No configurable TDP
      This processor does not support configurable TDP, while the average processor does. 53.7% of processors support configurable TDP.

    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about Intel Core i3-13100TE

    • Extremely low power consumption with a 35W TDP, making it ideal for always-on systems.
    • Excellent for home servers and NAS builds due to its high efficiency and low heat output.
    • Supports ECC memory, which is a critical feature for mission-critical systems and data integrity.
    • Features Intel Quick Sync via integrated UHD Graphics 730, providing great hardware transcoding for Plex or media servers.
    • Includes support for modern standards like PCIe Gen 5 and DDR5 memory.
    • Quiet operation under normal loads when using the included stock cooler.

    What customers don't like about Intel Core i3-13100TE

    • Limited multi-core performance for heavy workloads due to its 4-core/8-thread configuration.
    • Locked multiplier prevents any overclocking to boost performance.
    • Often viewed as a minor 'refresh' of the previous i3-12100TE with only slight clock speed increases.
    • Poor value for money compared to higher-tier options like the i5-12400 or Ryzen 5 5600 which offer more cores for a similar price.
    • Integrated graphics (UHD 730) are insufficient for modern AAA gaming.
    • Potential for bottlenecking when paired with high-end, top-of-the-market GPUs.

    Verdict

    The Intel Core i3-13100TE is a power-efficient, 13th Gen Raptor Lake-S processor designed for the embedded and desktop market, featuring 4 performance cores and 8 threads with a low 35W TDP. It operates at a 2.4 GHz base frequency and can reach a 4.1 GHz max turbo speed, supported by 12 MB of L3 cache and 5 MB of L2 cache. Key advantages include support for both DDR5-4800 and DDR4-3200 memory, PCIe Gen 5.0 compatibility, ECC memory support for data reliability, and integrated Intel UHD Graphics 730. However, its low-power design results in lower clock speeds compared to standard 60W models, and its locked multiplier prevents overclocking, making it unsuitable for high-performance gaming or intensive workstations.

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