Intel Core i7 13700 Review | 78 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£330
  • Avg. price in US: ~$380
  • PassMark benchmark result: 36074
  • N. of physical cores: 16
  • CPU boost clock speed: 5.2 GHz

Intel Core i7 13700 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

7.6

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%

8.6

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%

8.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

8.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

4.9

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.3

Platform

1.0%

8.1

Integrated Graphics

Very good
8.6

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%

8.9

User reviews

30.0%

7.9

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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4.3
(115)
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4.6
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5.0
(2)
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5.0
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Excellent
  • 7.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.5

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    7.7

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    8.2

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    5.2

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    6.7

    N. of physical cores

  • 7.7
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    6.7

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    7.6

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    5.2

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i7-13700 is a high-performance 13th Gen Raptor Lake desktop processor featuring a hybrid architecture with 16 cores (8 Performance-cores and 8 Efficient-cores) and 24 threads. It operates at a 2.1 GHz base frequency, reaching a max turbo speed of 5.2 GHz via Turbo Boost Max 3.0, and includes 30MB of Intel Smart Cache with support for both DDR5-5600 and DDR4-3200 memory on the LGA 1700 socket. Main pros include exceptional single-threaded and multi-threaded performance for gaming and productivity, integrated UHD Graphics 770, and a relatively efficient 65W base power rating that makes it easier to cool than its 'K' series counterparts. However, cons include a locked multiplier that prevents traditional overclocking and a high maximum turbo power of 219W which can lead to significant heat and thermal throttling under heavy, sustained workloads without a robust cooling solution.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 13700

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%

8.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

8.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

4.9

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.3

Platform

1.0%

8.1

Integrated Graphics

7.5
Intel Core i7 13700 has a technical score of 7.53 points, which is higher than that of 92.3% 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%

8.9

User reviews

30.0%

7.9

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.3
(115)
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4.6
(78)
amazon
5.0
(2)
amazon
5.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

8.6
Intel Core i7 13700 has a user score of 8.57 points, which is higher than that of 86.5% of products in this category.
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.
7.9
Intel Core i7 13700 has a popularity of 7.9 points, which is higher than 86.2% 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%

7.6

Overall score

40.0%

8.8

Price

8.0
Intel Core i7 13700 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

desktop
Intel Core i7 13700 belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% 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

LGA1700
Intel Core i7 13700 uses the LGA1700 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 86.1% of processors and equal to that of 7.4% 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

Z790, H770, B760, Z690, H670, B660, H610, Q670, W680
Intel Core i7 13700 supports Z790, H770, B760, Z690, H670, B660, H610, Q670, W680 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 86.2% 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 i7 13700 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+

16
Intel Core i7 13700 has 16 CPU cores, which is more than 91.5% of processors and equal to 4% 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+

24
Intel Core i7 13700 offers 24 CPU threads, which is more than 90.3% of processors and equal to 4% 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

5.2 GHz
Intel Core i7 13700 reaches a boost clock of 5.2 GHz which is higher than that of 90.3% of processors and equal to that of 2.6% 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

8 x 2.1 GHz & 8 x 1.5 GHz
Intel Core i7 13700 has a base clock of 8x2.1 GHz & 8x1.5 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 i7 13700 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 i7 13700 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

30 MB
Intel Core i7 13700 has an L3 cache of 30 MB which is larger than that of 88.1% of processors and equal to that of 1.5% 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

24 MB
Intel Core i7 13700 has an L2 cache of 24 MB which is larger than that of 94.5% of processors and equal to that of 0.8% 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 i7 13700 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

5,600 MHz
Intel Core i7 13700 supports memory speeds up to 5,600 MHz, which is higher than that of 79.8% of processors and equal to 4% 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

DDR5-5600 MHz
Intel Core i7 13700 supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-5,600 MHz, which is higher than that of 80.3% of processors and equal to 5.1% 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 i7 13700 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 i7 13700 includes integrated graphics. 87.6% 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 i7 13700 uses the Intel UHD Graphics 770 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 56.9% and equal to that in 4.9%.
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 i7 13700 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 i7 13700 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

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode), JPEG (HW decode/encode)
Intel Core i7 13700 supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode), JPEG (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 97.2% of processors and equal to 1.2% 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

65 W
Intel Core i7 13700 has a TDP of 65 W which is higher than that of 70% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% 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

65 W
Intel Core i7 13700 has a base power of 65 W which is higher than that of 70.3% of processors and equal to that of 16.4% 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

219 W
Intel Core i7 13700 has a boost power of 219 W which is higher than that of 93.4% of processors and equal to that of 0.9% 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 i7 13700 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

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Intel Core i7 13700 does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i7 13700 vs the average processor

  • 10 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 13700 has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 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 i7 13700 has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.16 vs 6
  • 57.8% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,917 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 i7 13700 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,917 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,917 vs 2,483
  • 3.43x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (36,074 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 i7 13700 has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (36,074 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.36,074 vs 10,532.5
  • 79.1% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,634 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 i7 13700 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,634 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,634 vs 1,471
  • 16 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 13700 has more CPU threads than the average processor (24 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 i7 13700 has more CPU threads than the average processor (24 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.24 vs 8
  • 9.6x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (24 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 i7 13700 has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (24 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.24 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 20.9% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    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

    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.5.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i7 13700 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 i7 13700 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0).5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0
  • Modern CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 13700 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1700 vs FP2).
  • Supports HMP
    Intel Core i7 13700 supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a newer release date than the average processor (2023 vs 2020).
  • 10 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 13700 has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 57.8% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,917 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 3.43x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (36,074 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 79.1% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,634 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 16 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 13700 has more CPU threads than the average processor (24 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 20.9% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 52.9% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (740 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 2 wider front-end design
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher front-end width than the average processor (6 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 9.6x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (24 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 4x more L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 13700 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.
  • 3.75x larger L3 cache
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (30 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel Core i7 13700 uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i7 13700 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i7 13700 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel Core i7 13700 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 i7 13700 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0).
  • 3x more memory capacity
    Intel Core i7 13700 has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (192 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 95.6% higher memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (89.6 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i7 13700 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    Intel Core i7 13700 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 90.9% higher memory speed
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (5,600 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i7 13700 has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Supports ECC memory
    Intel Core i7 13700 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Core i7 13700 has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core i7 13700 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i7 13700 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • 51.9% slower classroom rendering
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (381.2 vs 791,745). The average processor needs 791,745 for the Blender Classroom test.
  • 7 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (21 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 44.4% larger die size
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher die size than the average processor (257 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 3.42x higher boost power
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (219 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 44.4% higher base power
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core i7 13700 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 3.42x higher boost power
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (219 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 i7 13700 has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (219 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.219 W vs 64 W
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i7 13700 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 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 i7 13700 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 44.4% larger die size
    Intel Core i7 13700 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 i7 13700 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
  • 51.9% slower classroom rendering
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (381.2 vs 791,745). The average processor needs 791,745 for the Blender Classroom test.
    What it is: A Blender render result based on the Classroom scene, used to show how quickly the processor can complete a demanding rendering workload.
    When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >1500

    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (381.2 vs 791,745). The average processor needs 791,745 for the Blender Classroom test.381.16 vs 791,745
  • 44.4% higher base power
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 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 i7 13700 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.65 W vs 45 W
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core i7 13700 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
    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

    Intel Core i7 13700 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    Intel Core i7 13700 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 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 i7 13700 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.65 W vs 45 W
  • 32% more expensive
    Intel Core i7 13700 is more expensive than the average processor (£330 vs £250).
    Intel Core i7 13700 is more expensive than the average processor (£330 vs £250).£330 vs £250

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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Core i7 13700?

  • High multi-threaded performance suitable for heavy workloads like video editing and multitasking
  • Excellent gaming performance, often matching or exceeding previous-generation flagship i9 processors
  • Support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, offering flexibility for users on older motherboards
  • Strong value proposition, providing high-end performance at a mid-range price point
  • Significant upgrade over 11th and 12th generation counterparts

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 13700?

  • High power consumption, especially when boosting during intensive tasks
  • Requires a robust cooling solution (ideally a high-end air cooler or AIO) to prevent thermal throttling
  • Locked multiplier means it cannot be traditionally overclocked unlike the 'K' variant
  • Can reach high operating temperatures (up to 100°C) under heavy load
  • Reliability concerns cited by some users regarding voltage management in 13th Gen CPUs

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cpubenchmark.net
01/09/2022

The Intel Core i7-13700 is a 13th Gen "Raptor Lake" 65W desktop processor featuring 16 cores (8 E) and 24 threads, designed for the LGA 1700 socket. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, making it a flexible, high-performance option for productivity and gaming. Based on PassMark data, the CPU boasts a maximum turbo frequency of 5.2 GHz and offers superior single-threaded...Read more

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openbenchmarking.org
Q4 2022

The Intel Core i7-13700 is a 16-core (8 E), 24-thread "Raptor Lake" processor, with OpenBenchmarking.org data showing strong multi-threaded Linux performance, roughly 10% faster than the i7-12700. Pros include competitive performance against the Ryzen 7 7700X, broad support for DDR4/DDR5, and PCIe 5.0, making it a high-performance choice for workstation tasks. Single-threaded...Read more

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cpu-monkey.com
01/02/2026

The Intel Core i7-13700 is a 13th-gen Raptor Lake processor featuring 16 cores (8 E) and 24 threads, offering a 29–42% multi-core performance boost over its predecessor for high-end gaming and productivity. Key advantages include support for DDR5-5600/DDR4-3200 memory, PCIe 5.0, and the integrated UHD Graphics 770 with AV1 decoding, though the latter is not designed for gaming. A...Read more

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computerbase.de
20/10/2022

According to the ComputerBase review, Intel’s 13th Gen "Raptor Lake" processors, led by the Core i9-13900K, successfully reclaim the gaming crown with significant performance uplifts from increased clock speeds and efficiency cores. The Core i5-13600K stands out as the best choice for mainstream users due to its superior price-to-performance ratio, while the entire lineup benefits...Read more

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hardwaredealz.com
18/02/2024

The Intel Core i7-13700 offers significant performance, utilizing a 16-core (8 E), 24-thread hybrid architecture to match the previous-gen i9-12900K. Pros include versatile performance across gaming and heavy productivity, alongside support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. While benchmarks show it outperforming competitors like the Ryzen 7 7700X, a notable con is its high power...Read more

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cowcotland.com
08/06/2023

The Intel Core i7-13700 is a 16-core (8 E), 24-thread non-K Raptor Lake processor offering roughly 10% higher multi-threaded performance than its predecessor, the i7-12700. It features high-end productivity, supports DDR4/DDR5, and includes an UHD 770 iGPU, yet it faces challenges with high power consumption (up to 219W) and thermal management. Due to its pricing often aligning too...Read more

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tomshardware.fr
11/12/2023

This Tom's Hardware France review of 45 processors indicates that AMD currently leads in high-end performance and value, largely driven by superior gaming efficiency with 3D V-Cache technology. While AMD excels in platform longevity via the AM5 socket, high initial DDR5 system costs remain a drawback. Intel serves as a strong competitor in productivity and budget segments, offering...Read more

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cowcotland.com
08/06/2023

The Intel Core i7-13700 is a powerful 16-core (8 E) processor that offers competitive performance, acting as a more accessible alternative to the i9-12900K with high clock speeds of 5.2 GHz for productivity and gaming. Pros include support for both DDR4 and DDR5 on LGA 1700, and excellent multi-threaded performance. The primary downside is the high power consumption, reaching up to...Read more

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gameit.es
23/02/2023

The Intel Core i7-13700 is a versatile 16-core, 24-thread processor that balances high performance with better thermal management than its "K" series counterparts, making it an excellent all-rounder for gaming and productivity. Key advantages include performance nearing the previous generation i9-12900K, flexible support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, and a, "Premium Product"...Read more

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hwupgrade.it
01/11/2023

The Intel Core i7-14700K offers a notable performance boost over the 13700K, driven by four additional E-cores (20 cores total: 8 E) and higher frequencies, leading to 10–15% better multi-core performance in productivity tasks. Pros include significantly faster rendering and video editing, bringing it close to 13th Gen i9 performance, alongside support for higher DDR5 speeds and...Read more

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robadainformatici.it
13/11/2023

The Intel Core i7-13700F is a 16-core, 5.2 GHz processor offering exceptional, cost-effective performance for gaming and professional tasks compared to the "K" series, featuring 8 P-cores and 8 E-cores. While delivering high-end capabilities with support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory, it lacks integrated graphics and requires a robust cooler due to high temperatures under load. The...Read more

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multiplayer.it
13/12/2022

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a high-performance 13th-gen processor featuring 16 cores (8P + 8E) and 24 threads, acting as a competitive, more affordable alternative to previous flagships. It excels in both single-threaded tasks and multi-core productivity, offering significant gains in rendering, while supporting both DDR4 and DDR5 memory on existing LGA 1700 platforms. However, the...Read more

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tuttotech.net
20/10/2022

The Intel Core i7-13700K is positioned as a high-performance "sweet spot" in the Raptor Lake lineup, offering near-i9 gaming performance and strong productivity capabilities via 16 cores (8P + 8E) and a 5.4 GHz boost clock. Pros include exceptional single and multi-core metrics that compete with higher-end CPUs, alongside platform flexibility supporting both DDR4 and DDR5. However,...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
25/10/2023

The Dell OptiPlex Micro Plus 7010, as reviewed by NotebookCheck, is a highly compact 1.2-liter PC featuring a desktop-class Intel Core i7-13700 processor, delivering superior multi-threaded performance compared to mobile-focused alternatives. Key advantages include DDR5-4800 memory support, capable of driving up to four 4K displays, and an overall performance that outmatches the...Read more

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tweakers.net
20/10/2022

The Intel 13th Gen "Raptor Lake" lineup (i5-13600K, i7-13700K, i9-13900K) delivers a significant performance leap, with the i5-13600K highlighted as a top-value gaming and productivity chip, according to the Tweakers review. The series boasts excellent multi-threaded performance, often beating competitor Ryzen 7000 processors in rendering tasks, while offering flexible compatibility...Read more

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