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Intel Core i5 13600HX Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£240PassMark benchmark result:27477N. of physical cores:14CPU boost clock speed:4.8 GHzCPU socket:FCBGA1964TDP (Thermal design power):55 W

Intel Core i5 13600HX Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Processors category and whether it is worth buying.

8.4

Overall score

Score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

90%

8.4

Technical score

10%

?

User score

★Better than 92% of processors
8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.
When it matters
When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

60%

8.9

Performance

18%

7.6

Cache & Architecture

10%

8.5

Memory & PCIe

7%

6.2

Power & Thermal

4%

7.7

Platform

1%

7.4

Integrated Graphics

★Better than 92% of processors
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters
When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £240

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Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 13600HX

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.
When it matters
When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components:

60%

8.9

Performance

18%

7.6

Cache & Architecture

10%

8.5

Memory & PCIe

7%

6.2

Power & Thermal

4%

7.7

Platform

1%

7.4

Integrated Graphics

8.4
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters
When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters
When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Intel Core i5 13600HX has a popularity score of 1 point, which is higher than that of 0% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.6/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components:

60%

8.4

Overall score

40%

9.3

Price

8.6
Brand name
Intel
Processor type
mobile
Processor type
mobile
â–¼ Worse than 44% of models
This processor belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
FCBGA1964
CPU socket
FCBGA1964
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
This processor uses the FCBGA1964 CPU socket, which is older than that of 68.3% of processors and equal to that of 1.6% of processors.
Chipset
WM790, HM770
Chipset
WM790, HM770
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
This processor supports WM790, HM770 chipsets, which is narrower compatibility than 59.6% of processors and equal to that of 2.2% of processors.
CPU architecture
x86-64
CPU architecture
x86-64
â–² Better than 2% of models
This processor uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
14
N. of physical cores
14
â–² Better than 87% of models
Market range: <2 – >12
This processor has 14 CPU cores, which is more than 87.1% of processors and equal to 4.3% of processors.
CPU threads
20
CPU threads
20
â–² Better than 85% of models
Market range: <4 – >24
This processor offers 20 CPU threads, which is more than 85.3% of processors and equal to 4.5% of processors.
Threads per core
?
CPU boost clock speed
4.8 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
4.8 GHz
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
This processor reaches a boost clock of 4.8 GHz which is higher than that of 71.2% of processors and equal to that of 4.3% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
6x 2.6 GHz & 8x 1.9 GHz
CPU base clock speed
6x 2.6 GHz & 8x 1.9 GHz
â–² Better than 87% of models
This processor has a base clock of 6x2.6 GHz & 8x1.9 GHz which is higher than that of 86.7% of processors and equal to that of 0.5% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
10 nm
Semiconductor size
10 nm
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
This processor uses a 10 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 52.4% of processors and equal to that of 19.1% of processors.
Foundry
Intel 7
Foundry
Intel 7
â–² Better than 66% of models
This processor is built on the Intel 7 foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 66.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.9% of processors.
L3 cache
24 MB
L3 cache
24 MB
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <2 MB – >32 MB
This processor has an L3 cache of 24 MB which is larger than that of 81.5% of processors and equal to that of 5.8% of processors.
L2 cache
11.5 MB
L2 cache
11.5 MB
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
This processor has an L2 cache of 11.5 MB which is larger than that of 82.5% of processors and equal to that of 2.2% of processors.
L1 cache
?
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DDR memory version
DDR4/DDR5
DDR memory version
DDR4/DDR5
â–² Better than 79% of models
This processor supports DDR DDR4/DDR5, which is newer than that of 79.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.7% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
4,800 MHz
Maximum memory speed
4,800 MHz
â–² Better than 67% of models
Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
This processor supports memory speeds up to 4,800 MHz, which is higher than that of 66.7% of processors and equal to 5.5% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
DDR5-4800 MHz
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
DDR5-4800 MHz
â–² Better than 64% of models
This processor supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-4800 MHz, which is higher than that of 64% of processors and equal to 6.1% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
N/A
Maximum memory capacity
192 GB
Maximum memory capacity
192 GB
â–² Better than 83% of models
Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
This processor supports up to 192 GB of memory, which is more than 83.4% of processors and equal to 6% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
yes
Integrated graphics
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This processor includes integrated graphics. 12.4% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
Intel UHD Graphics 770
Integrated GPU model
Intel UHD Graphics 770
â–² Better than 57% of models
This processor uses the Intel UHD Graphics 770 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 56.9% of processors and equal to that in 4.9% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
32
Integrated GPU execution units
32
â–² Better than 71% of models
Market range: <6 – >64
This processor has 32 GPU execution units, which is more than 70.9% of processors and equal to 9.9% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
300 MHz
Integrated GPU base frequency
300 MHz
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <300 MHz – >800 MHz
This processor has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 58.1% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
AV1 (HW decode)
Integrated media encoders/decoders
AV1 (HW decode)
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
This processor supports AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 63.1% of processors and equal to 10.8% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
55 W
TDP (Thermal design power)
55 W
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a TDP of 55 W which is higher than that of 63.7% of processors and equal to that of 4.2% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
55 W
Base power (PL1)
55 W
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a base power of 55 W which is higher than that of 64% of processors and equal to that of 4.2% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
157 W
Boost power (PL2)
157 W
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <25 W – >150 W
This processor has a boost power of 157 W which is higher than that of 87.1% of processors and equal to that of 3.5% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
28 seconds
Tau (power duration limit)
28 seconds
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
Market range: <8 seconds – >28 seconds
This processor has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 3.4% of processors and equal to that of 86.1% of processors.
Configurable TDP
yes
Configurable TDP
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This processor supports configurable TDP. 47.3% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 45 W
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Intel Core i5 13600HX vs the average processor

246810TotalPlatformPerformanceCache & ArchitectureMemory & PCIeIntegrated GraphicsPower & Thermal
  • 3.29x higher multi-core score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    15,910
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <763 – >14k
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (15,910 vs 4,829). The average processor scores 4,829 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    15,910 vs 4,829
  • 2.6x higher PassMark score
    PassMark benchmark result
    27,477
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <2.5k – >32.5k
    This processor has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (27,477 vs 10,572.5). The average processor scores 10,572.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    27,477 vs 10,572.5
  • 98.5% higher single-core score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    2,920
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <561 – >2.7k
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,920 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    2,920 vs 1,471
  • 8 more CPU cores
    N. of physical cores
    14
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This processor has more CPU cores than the average processor (14 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    14 vs 6
  • 12 more CPU threads
    CPU threads
    20
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <4 – >24
    This processor has more CPU threads than the average processor (20 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    20 vs 8
  • Newer PCIe version
    PCIe version
    5.0 + 4.0
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This processor supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 + 4 vs 3).
    5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0
  • 45.9% better single-core performance
    PassMark single-core benchmark score
    3,648
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >4k
    This processor has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,648 vs 2,500). The average processor scores 2,500 in PassMark single-core.
    3,648 vs 2,500
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Microarchitecture codename
    Raptor Lake
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake).
    Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • 31.6% better value for money
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has better value for money than the average processor (8.63 vs 6.6).
    8.63 vs 6.56
  • Advanced security extensions
    Security extensions
    AES-NI, SHA, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    This processor provides more advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, SHA, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor).
    AES-NI, SHA, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor
  • 3 years newer release date
    Release date
    2023
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This processor has a newer release date than the average processor (2023 vs 2020).
    January 2023
    2023 vs 2020
  • Supports HMP
    Uses HMP
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This processor supports HMP, the average processor does not. 22.7% of processors support HMP.
  • 3.29x higher multi-core score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    15,910
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <763 – >14k
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (15,910 vs 4,829). The average processor scores 4,829 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    15,910 vs 4,829
  • 2.6x higher PassMark score
    PassMark benchmark result
    27,477
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <2.5k – >32.5k
    This processor has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (27,477 vs 10,572.5). The average processor scores 10,572.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    27,477 vs 10,572.5
  • 98.5% higher single-core score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    2,920
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <561 – >2.7k
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,920 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    2,920 vs 1,471
  • 8 more CPU cores
    N. of physical cores
    14
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This processor has more CPU cores than the average processor (14 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    14 vs 6
  • 12 more CPU threads
    CPU threads
    20
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <4 – >24
    This processor has more CPU threads than the average processor (20 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    20 vs 8
  • 45.9% better single-core performance
    PassMark single-core benchmark score
    3,648
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >4k
    This processor has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,648 vs 2,500). The average processor scores 2,500 in PassMark single-core.
    3,648 vs 2,500
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    Unlocked multiplier
    yes
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    This processor has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not. 21.7% of processors have an unlocked multiplier.
  • Higher base clock
    CPU base clock speed
    6 x 2.6 GHz & 8 x 1.9 GHz
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    This processor has a higher base clock than the average processor (6x2.6 GHz & 8x1.9 GHz vs 4x3.3 GHz).
    6x2.6 GHz & 8x1.9 GHz vs 4x3.3 GHz
  • 11.6% higher boost clock
    CPU boost clock speed
    4.8 GHz
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
    This processor has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    4.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 2 wider front-end design
    Front-end width
    6
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <2 – >7
    This processor has a higher front-end width than the average processor (6 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
    6 vs 4
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Microarchitecture codename
    Raptor Lake
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake).
    Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • 4.6x larger L2 cache
    L2 cache
    11.5 MB
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
    This processor has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (11.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    11.5 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 4x more L2 per core
    L2 per core
    2 MB/core
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <0.25 MB/core – >2 MB/core
    This processor has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    E-core cluster: 4 MB shared
    2 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    big.LITTLE Architecture
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This processor uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not. 20.5% of processors use a big.LITTLE design.
  • 3x larger L3 cache
    L3 cache
    24 MB
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <2 MB – >32 MB
    This processor has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (24 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
    24 MB vs 8 MB
  • More advanced foundry
    Foundry
    Intel 7
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    This processor uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm).
    Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Semiconductor size
    10 nm
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
    This processor has a lower process node than the average processor (10 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    10 nm vs 12 nm
  • Newer PCIe version
    PCIe version
    5.0 + 4.0
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This processor supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 + 4 vs 3).
    5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0
  • 3x more memory capacity
    Maximum memory capacity
    192 GB
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
    This processor has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (192 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    192 GB vs 64 GB
  • Newer DDR support
    DDR memory version
    DDR4/DDR5
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This processor supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5 vs DDR4).
    DDR4/DDR5 vs DDR4
  • Supports memory overclocking
    Memory overclocking
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This processor supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not. 43.6% of processors support memory overclocking.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    PCIe lane count
    20
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <10 – >30
    This processor has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    20 vs 16
  • 67.7% higher memory bandwidth
    Maximum memory bandwidth
    76.8 GB/s
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <25 GB/s – >100 GB/s
    This processor has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (76.8 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
    76.8 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s
  • Supports ECC memory
    ECC memory support
    yes
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This processor supports ECC memory, the average processor does not. 32.5% of processors support ECC memory.
  • 63.7% higher memory speed
    Maximum memory speed
    4,800 MHz
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
    This processor has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (4800 MHz vs 2933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2933 MHz.
    4,800 MHz vs 2,933 MHz
  • 3x more memory per DIMM
    Max memory per DIMM
    96 GB
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >256 GB
    This processor has more memory per DIMM than the average processor (96 GB vs 32 GB). The average processor supports 32 GB of memory per DIMM.
    96 GB vs 32 GB
  • 1 more supported displays
    Maximum supported displays
    4
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 – >6
    This processor has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
    4 vs 3
  • 2.62x higher boost power
    Boost power (PL2)
    157 W
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <25 W – >150 W
    This processor has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (157 W vs 60 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 60 W.
    157 W vs 60 W
  • Narrower instruction support
    Instruction sets
    MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This processor supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 45.2% larger die size
    Die size
    257 mm²
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <99 mm² – >257 mm²
    This processor has a higher die size than the average processor (257 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
    257 mm² vs 177 mm²
  • Narrower media codec support
    Integrated media encoders/decoders
    AV1 (HW decode)
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This processor supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
    AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
  • 22.2% higher base power
    Base power (PL1)
    55 W
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor has a higher base power draw than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    55 W vs 45 W
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    PCIe bifurcation modes
    x16, x8/x8
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This processor supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x16, x8/x8 vs x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4).
    x16, x8/x8 vs x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4
  • 22.2% higher TDP
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    55 W
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor has a higher TDP than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    55 W vs 45 W
  • Narrower instruction support
    Instruction sets
    MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This processor supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 45.2% larger die size
    Die size
    257 mm²
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <99 mm² – >257 mm²
    This processor has a higher die size than the average processor (257 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
    257 mm² vs 177 mm²
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    PCIe bifurcation modes
    x16, x8/x8
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This processor supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x16, x8/x8 vs x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4).
    x16, x8/x8 vs x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4
  • Narrower media codec support
    Integrated media encoders/decoders
    AV1 (HW decode)
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This processor supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
    AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
  • 2.62x higher boost power
    Boost power (PL2)
    157 W
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <25 W – >150 W
    This processor has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (157 W vs 60 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 60 W.
    157 W vs 60 W
  • 22.2% higher base power
    Base power (PL1)
    55 W
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor has a higher base power draw than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    55 W vs 45 W
  • 22.2% higher TDP
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    55 W
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor has a higher TDP than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    55 W vs 45 W

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What we like about Intel Core i5 13600HX

  • High core count (14 cores/20 threads) provides excellent multi-threaded performance for a mid-range CPU.
  • Strong gaming performance, often matching more expensive i7 or i9 chips when paired with a good GPU.
  • Built on the Raptor Lake-HX architecture, essentially offering desktop-level silicon in a mobile package.
  • Supports both DDR4 and fast DDR5 memory, offering flexibility for laptop manufacturers.
  • Great value-to-performance ratio for mainstream gaming and productivity tasks like streaming or editing.
  • Support for PCIe Gen 5 and ECC memory, which is rare for mid-range mobile chips.

What we don't like about Intel Core i5 13600HX

  • High power consumption, with a peak turbo power of up to 157W, which can drain battery life quickly.
  • Significant heat generation under heavy load, requiring a robust cooling solution to avoid thermal throttling.
  • Higher MSRP at launch compared to its predecessor (i5-12600HX), reflecting a general trend of rising CPU prices.
  • Performance is highly dependent on the specific laptop's cooling and power limit configurations set by the manufacturer.
  • Loud fan noise is commonly reported by users when the processor is running intensive AAA games.

Verdict

The Intel Core i5-13600HX is a high-performance, mid-range mobile processor based on the Raptor Lake-HX architecture, featuring a hybrid configuration of 14 cores (6 Performance-cores and 8 Efficient-cores) and 20 threads. It operates with a base power of 55W (scalable up to 157W Turbo Power) and offers clock speeds ranging from 2.6 GHz base to a 4.8 GHz single-core boost, supported by 24 MB of L3 Smart Cache and integrated UHD Graphics 770. Its main advantages include exceptional multi-threaded performance for gaming and multitasking, support for both DDR4-3200 and DDR5-4800 memory, and enterprise-grade vPro features. However, it is known for high power consumption under load and significant heat generation, which requires robust laptop cooling solutions to maintain peak performance without throttling.

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