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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£240
  • Avg. price in US: ~$280
  • PassMark benchmark result: 27477
  • N. of physical cores: 14
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.8 GHz

Intel Core i5 13600HX review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

7.5

Overall score

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 components:

90.0%

7.5

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Very good
7.5

Technical Score

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 components:

60.0%

7.4

Performance

18.0%

7.8

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

8.5

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

5.5

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.8

Platform

1.0%

7.4

Integrated Graphics

Very good
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User score

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 components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 6.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    6.8

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    8.5

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.0

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    4.4

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    5.9

    N. of physical cores

  • 7.2
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    5.9

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    6.4

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    4.4

    L3 cache

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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.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 13600HX

Technical Score

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 components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

7.5
Intel Core i5 13600HX has a technical score of 7.45 points, which is higher than that of 91.3% of products in this category.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
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.
1.0
Intel Core i5 13600HX has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

7.5

Overall score

40.0%

9.3

Price

8.0
Intel Core i5 13600HX has a quality-to-price ratio of 8 points, which is higher than 94.2% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
Intel Core i5 13600HX 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
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FCBGA1964
Intel Core i5 13600HX uses the FCBGA1964 CPU socket, which is older than that of 67.4% of processors and equal to that of 1.6% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

WM790, HM770
Intel Core i5 13600HX supports WM790, HM770 chipsets, which is narrower compatibility than 59.6% of processors and equal to that of 2.2% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i5 13600HX 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
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

14
Intel Core i5 13600HX has 14 CPU cores, which is more than 87.1% of processors and equal to 4.3% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

20
Intel Core i5 13600HX offers 20 CPU threads, which is more than 85.4% of processors and equal to 4.5% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

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CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

4.8 GHz
Intel Core i5 13600HX 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
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

6 x 2.6 GHz & 8 x 1.9 GHz
Intel Core i5 13600HX has a base clock of 6x2.6 GHz & 8x1.9 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

10 nm
Intel Core i5 13600HX uses a 10 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 52.3% of processors and equal to that of 19.1% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel 7
Intel Core i5 13600HX 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
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

24 MB
Intel Core i5 13600HX 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
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

11.5 MB
Intel Core i5 13600HX 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
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4/DDR5
Intel Core i5 13600HX 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
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

4,800 MHz
Intel Core i5 13600HX supports memory speeds up to 4800 MHz, which is higher than that of 66.4% of processors and equal to 5.6% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR5-4800 MHz
Intel Core i5 13600HX supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-4800 MHz, which is higher than that of 66.5% of processors and equal to 5.6% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

192 GB
Intel Core i5 13600HX supports up to 192 GB of memory, which is more than 83.3% of processors and equal to 6% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

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Intel Core i5 13600HX includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel UHD Graphics 770
Intel Core i5 13600HX 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
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

32
Intel Core i5 13600HX has 32 GPU execution units, which is more than 70.8% of processors and equal to 9.9% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

300 MHz
Intel Core i5 13600HX has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

AV1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i5 13600HX 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)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

55 W
Intel Core i5 13600HX has a TDP of 55 W which is higher than that of 63.9% of processors and equal to that of 4.2% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

55 W
Intel Core i5 13600HX has a base power of 55 W which is higher than that of 64.1% of processors and equal to that of 4.1% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

157 W
Intel Core i5 13600HX has a boost power of 157 W which is higher than that of 87.1% of processors and equal to that of 2.5% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

28 seconds
Intel Core i5 13600HX has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 3.8% of processors and equal to that of 85% of processors.
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
Intel Core i5 13600HX supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 45 W
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Intel Core i5 13600HX vs the average processor

  • 98.5% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has more CPU cores than the average processor (14 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
    When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 8+

    Intel Core i5 13600HX has more CPU cores than the average processor (14 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.14 vs 6
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i5 13600HX supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0).
    What it is: The newest PCIe generation the processor can use directly for graphics cards, SSDs, and other high-speed expansion devices.
    When it matters: When you want support for newer GPUs or SSDs, or more bandwidth for high-speed expansion hardware.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 4.0

    Intel Core i5 13600HX supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0).5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0
  • 46.9% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,648 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,648 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,648 vs 2,483
  • 12 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has more CPU threads than the average processor (20 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
    When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 16+

    Intel Core i5 13600HX has more CPU threads than the average processor (20 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.20 vs 8
  • 2.61x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (27,477 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (27,477 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.27,477 vs 10,532.5
  • 4.6x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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.
    What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
    When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=6 MB

    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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
    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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
    What it is: The amount of L2 cache available to each CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing per-core cache resources in deeper architectural analysis.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=1 MB/core

    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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.2 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • Supports HMP
    Intel Core i5 13600HX supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a newer release date than the average processor (2,023 vs 2,020).
  • 98.5% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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.
  • 8 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has more CPU cores than the average processor (14 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 46.9% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,648 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 12 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has more CPU threads than the average processor (20 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 2.61x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (27,477 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 11.6% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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.
  • 2 wider front-end design
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher front-end width than the average processor (6 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 4.6x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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.
  • 4x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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.
  • 3x larger L3 cache
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (24 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel Core i5 13600HX uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i5 13600HX uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i5 13600HX uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a lower process node than the average processor (10 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i5 13600HX supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0).
  • 3x more memory capacity
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (192 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i5 13600HX supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    Intel Core i5 13600HX supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 67.7% higher memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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.
  • Supports ECC memory
    Intel Core i5 13600HX supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • 63.7% higher memory speed
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (4,800 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 3x more memory per DIMM
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has more memory per DIMM than the average processor (96 GB vs 32 GB). The average processor supports 32 GB of memory per DIMM.
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.

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Overall
Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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).
  • 44.4% larger die size
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher die size than the average processor (257 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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)).
  • 2.45x higher boost power
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (157 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 22.2% higher base power
    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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.
  • 22.2% higher TDP
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher TDP than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 2.45x higher boost power
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (157 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
    What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
    When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <50 W

    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (157 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.157 W vs 64 W
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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).
    What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
    When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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
  • 44.4% larger die size
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher die size than the average processor (257 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher die size than the average processor (257 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².257 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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)).
    What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
    When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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
    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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
    Intel Core i5 13600HX has a higher TDP than the average processor (55 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
    When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Core i5 13600HX 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 customers 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 customers dislike 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.

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cpubenchmark.net
Q2 2023
Intel Core i5-13600HX - CPU Benchmarks and Gaming Performance

The Intel Core i5-13600HX is a high-performance 13th Gen "Raptor Lake-HX" mobile processor designed for laptops, featuring a 14-core (6 E) hybrid architecture with a 4.8 GHz boost clock. According to PassMark Software, it delivers an impressive multi-threaded score of approximately 27,477 and a single-thread rating of 3,648, positioning it as a powerful mid-to-high-range CPU. Pros...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
Q1 2023
Intel Core i5-13600HX | LaptopMedia France

The Intel Core i5-13600HX is a high-performance 14-core (6 E) Raptor Lake-HX mobile processor designed for gaming and workstations, featuring 20 threads and 55W base TDP. It delivers excellent multi-core performance for heavy workloads like 3D rendering and supports modern standards, including DDR5-4800 MHz memory and PCIe Gen 5. Key advantages include its strong mid-range...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
Q1 2023
Intel Core i5-13600HX - Specifications and Benchmark Tests

The Intel Core i5-13600HX is a high-performance Raptor Lake-HX mobile processor featuring 14 cores (6 P-cores, 8 E-cores) and 20 threads, boasting a 4.8 GHz max turbo frequency. It delivers exceptional multi-core performance, rivaling previous-generation flagships with notable efficiency. The chip supports modern standards, including PCIe 5.0 and DDR5-4800 memory. Pros include an...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
17/03/2024
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 G2 Laptop Review: Enhanced with 165 Hz Display & Nvidia RTX 2000 Ada

The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 G2 is a high-performance 16-inch mobile workstation designed as a robust desktop replacement, featuring powerful Intel HX-series processors and Nvidia RTX Ada Generation GPUs. Notable upgrades include an improved 165 Hz display, 130W TGP graphics, and extensive serviceability options, such as four RAM slots. While delivering top-tier performance, the unit is...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
30/03/2026
Mobile Processors - Benchmark List (Comprehensive list including i5-13600HX test results)

The Notebookcheck Mobile Processors Benchmark List is a comprehensive, data-driven database aggregating average performance metrics for laptop and mobile CPUs from numerous tests. It acts as a definitive resource, allowing users to filter by manufacturer, architecture, and specific benchmarks like Cinebench or SuperPI to evaluate relative performance. The tool includes detailed...Read more

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