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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£360
  • Avg. price in US: ~$380
  • PassMark benchmark result: 27654
  • N. of physical cores: 16
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.9 GHz

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

7.4

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%

7.4

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Very good
7.4

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%

6.9

Performance

18.0%

8.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

9.1

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.3

Platform

1.0%

8.0

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

  • 6.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.2

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    7.2

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.3

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    5.2

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    6.7

    N. of physical cores

  • 6.1
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    5.4

    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 i7-13700T is a 13th Gen Raptor Lake-S desktop processor featuring a hybrid architecture of 16 cores (8 Performance-cores and 8 Efficient-cores) and 24 threads. Operating on the LGA 1700 socket, it offers a base power consumption of just 35W, with a maximum turbo power of 106W and clock speeds ranging from a 1.4 GHz base to a 4.9 GHz max turbo frequency. Main pros include exceptional power efficiency for small form factor (SFF) builds, support for both DDR5-5600 and DDR4-3200 memory, and integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770. Cons include significantly lower base clock speeds compared to standard 'K' or non-T models and reduced peak multi-threaded performance due to strict power limits.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 13700T

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

7.4
Intel Core i7 13700T has a technical score of 7.44 points, which is higher than that of 91.2% 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 i7 13700T 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%

7.4

Overall score

40.0%

8.6

Price

7.8
Intel Core i7 13700T has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.8 points, which is higher than 91.5% 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 13700T 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 13700T 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
Intel Core i7 13700T supports Z790, H770, B760, Z690, H670, B660, H610, Q670 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 85.8% of processors and equal to that of 0.2% 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 13700T 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 13700T 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 13700T 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

4.9 GHz
Intel Core i7 13700T reaches a boost clock of 4.9 GHz which is higher than that of 75.6% of processors and equal to that of 4.6% 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 1.4 GHz & 8 x 1.0 GHz
Intel Core i7 13700T has a base clock of 8x1.4 GHz & 8x1.0 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 13700T 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 13700T 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 13700T 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 13700T 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

1,408 KB
Intel Core i7 13700T has an L1 cache of 1,408 KB which is larger than that of 92.9% of processors and equal to that of 1.4% of processors.
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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 13700T 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 13700T 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 13700T 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

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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 13700T 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 13700T 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 13700T 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 13700T 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 13700T 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)
Intel Core i7 13700T supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 85% of processors and equal to 5.6% 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

106 W
Intel Core i7 13700T has a TDP of 106 W which is higher than that of 92.1% 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

35 W
Intel Core i7 13700T has a base power of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.7% of processors and equal to that of 15.1% 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

106 W
Intel Core i7 13700T has a boost power of 106 W which is higher than that of 70.4% of processors and equal to that of 0.8% 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 13700T 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 13700T supports configurable TDP. 52.9% support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i7 13700T vs the average processor

  • 10 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 13700T 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 13700T has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.16 vs 6
  • 53.6% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,814 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 13700T has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,814 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,814 vs 2,483
  • 16 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 13700T 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 13700T 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 13700T 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 13700T 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
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core i7 13700T 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 13700T supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0).5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0
  • 68.6% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,480 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 13700T has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,480 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,480 vs 1,471
  • 2.41x higher multi-core score
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (11,564 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (11,564 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.11,564 vs 4,793
  • 2.63x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (27,654 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 13700T has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (27,654 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.27,654 vs 10,532.5
  • Modern CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 13700T uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1700 vs FP2).
  • Supports HMP
    Intel Core i7 13700T supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a newer release date than the average processor (2023 vs 2020).
  • 10 more CPU cores
    Intel Core i7 13700T has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 53.6% better single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,814 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 16 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 13700T has more CPU threads than the average processor (24 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 68.6% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,480 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 2.41x higher multi-core score
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (11,564 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 2.63x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (27,654 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    Intel Core i7 13700T has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
  • 14% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 2 wider front-end design
    Intel Core i7 13700T 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 13700T 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 13700T 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 13700T 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 13700T uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i7 13700T uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 3.67x larger L1 cache
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (1,408 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i7 13700T uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 2.42x more transistors
    Intel Core i7 13700T has more transistors than the average processor (12 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel Core i7 13700T 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 13700T supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0).
  • 3x more memory capacity
    Intel Core i7 13700T 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 13700T 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 13700T supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    Intel Core i7 13700T supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 90.9% higher memory speed
    Intel Core i7 13700T 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 13700T has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Supports ECC memory
    Intel Core i7 13700T supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Core i7 13700T has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core i7 13700T includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 22.2% lower base power
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.

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Overall
Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i7 13700T 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).
  • 14 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (14 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 44.4% larger die size
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher die size than the average processor (257 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 2.36x higher TDP
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher TDP than the average processor (106 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 65.6% higher boost power
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (106 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i7 13700T 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 13700T 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 13700T 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 13700T 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
  • 65.6% higher boost power
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (106 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 13700T has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (106 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.106 W vs 64 W
  • 2.36x higher TDP
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a higher TDP than the average processor (106 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 13700T has a higher TDP than the average processor (106 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.106 W vs 45 W
  • 44% more expensive
    Intel Core i7 13700T is more expensive than the average processor (£360 vs £250).
    Intel Core i7 13700T is more expensive than the average processor (£360 vs £250).£360 vs £250
  • 14 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i7 13700T has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (14 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
    What it is: The ratio used to derive CPU frequency from the base clock.
    When it matters: When you tune or compare overclocking behavior.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >33

    Intel Core i7 13700T has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (14 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.14 vs 28
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What customers like about Intel Core i7 13700T?

  • High efficiency with a base TDP of only 35W, making it ideal for low-power and quiet builds
  • Strong multi-core performance with 16 cores (8 P-cores, 8 E-cores) and 24 threads, suitable for multi-threaded workloads
  • Excellent for ultra-small form factor (uSFF) systems due to low thermal output
  • Single-core performance is competitive with higher TDP models like the i9-12900K and i7-12700K
  • Support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, as well as PCIe Gen 5
  • Includes integrated UHD Graphics 770, useful for office tasks and media

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 13700T?

  • Lower clock speeds compared to standard (non-T) or K-series variants, resulting in roughly 10% lower single-core performance
  • Significant performance drop in sustained all-core workloads because the power limit prevents maintaining high turbo clocks
  • Difficult to purchase directly as it is primarily intended for system integrators like Dell and Lenovo
  • Higher price point compared to some AMD competitors with similar or better efficiency metrics
  • Multi-core performance may lag behind older high-power chips like the i7-12700K in some benchmarks

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browser.geekbench.com
01/03/2026
Intel Core i7-13700T Benchmarks - Geekbench Browser View more performance data for the processor on Geekbench.

The Intel Core i7-13700T is a 35W "Raptor Lake" processor featuring 16 cores (8 E) and 24 threads, designed for small form factor (SFF) systems with restricted cooling. Geekbench 6 results show single-core scores around 2,480 and multi-core scores near 11,624, with single-threaded performance rivaling higher-power older chips. Key pros include exceptional power efficiency, low...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
Q1 2023
Intel Core i7-13700T - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-13700T is a 16-core (8 E) Raptor Lake desktop processor designed for high-end, low-power systems, featuring a 35W base power that boosts to over 100W, supporting both DDR4/DDR5 and PCIe 5.0. Key advantages include high energy efficiency, integrated UHD Graphics 770 for multi-monitor setups, and a roughly 30% multi-threaded performance increase over the previous...Read more

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hardwaredealz.com
15/03/2023
Intel Core i7-13700T Review: Benchmarks & Gaming

The HardwareDealz review presents the Intel Core i7-13700T as a 16-core (8 E), 24-thread Raptor Lake processor designed for high efficiency in compact or low-cooling environments, featuring a 35W base TDP that scales up to 106W. While offering competitive multi-core productivity and high 4.9 GHz boost clocks, the primary downside is its restricted performance compared to standard...Read more

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cowcotland.com
18/08/2023
Intel 13500T, 13700T, and 13900T CPU Review: Ideal for Fanless Builds

The Cowcotland review of Intel’s 13th Gen "T" series processors (13500T, 13700T, 13900T) highlights their design for energy efficiency, utilizing a strict 35W TDP while maintaining high core counts, such as 24 cores on the i9-13900T. These chips offer excellent single-core performance comparable to higher-wattage models and significant generational efficiency gains, making them...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
15/05/2026
Benchmarks and Tests: Intel i7-13700T vs i7-13700 [PassMark]

The Intel Core i7-13700 and i7-13700T differ primarily in power profiles, with the 65W/219W max turbo i7-13700 aimed at standard desktops and the 35W/106W max turbo i7-13700T designed for low-power, small form factor systems. Benchmarks indicate the i7-13700 is 23% to 30% faster in multi-threaded tasks due to higher clock speeds (5.2 GHz vs 4.9 GHz), while single-thread performance...Read more

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tweakers.net
13/09/2024
Intel to intervene with default settings for high-boosting non-K CPUs

Tweakers examines Intel's initiative to enforce strict "Intel Default Settings" on non-K 14th Gen processors, aimed at curbing motherboard manufacturers' aggressive, high-power boosting profiles. A primary pro is enhanced long-term stability and reduced CPU degradation risk, though a major con involves substantial multi-threaded performance losses as power limits are rigidly...Read more

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