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Intel Core i7-13700TE review: 74 specs compared

Avg. price:~£330PassMark multi-core score:21967N. of physical cores:16CPU boost clock speed:4.8 GHzCPU socket:LGA1700TDP (Thermal design power):35 W

Intel Core i7-13700TE Review: Compare 74 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Processors category and whether it is worth buying.

7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 25%, List score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 78% of models
Score components

40%

7.7

Technical score

25%

?

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

25%

?

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

10%

?

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

▲Better than 78% of processors
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

8.8

Price

▲Better than 81%
7.7

Technical score

Technical score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 81% of models
Score components

60%

7.8

Performance

18%

7.6

Architecture

10%

8.3

Memory & PCIe

7%

6.2

Power & Thermal

4%

8.6

Platform

1%

8.0

Integrated graphics

▲Better than 81%
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Reviews score

Reviews score
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.2 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet. Until we do, its review part counts as 7.2.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
No expert tests yet
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £330
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    Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7-13700TE

    Technical score
    Technical score
    7.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
    Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
    Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Score components:

    60%

    7.8

    Performance

    18%

    7.6

    Architecture

    10%

    8.3

    Memory & PCIe

    7%

    6.2

    Power & Thermal

    4%

    8.6

    Platform

    1%

    8.0

    Integrated graphics

    7.7
    Reviews score
    7.2
    List score
    ?
    Value for money
    Value for money
    7.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.
    When it matters
    When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Score components:

    70%

    7.5

    Overall score

    30%

    8.8

    Price

    7.9
    Processor type
    embedded
    This processor belongs to the embedded processor class, which is less advanced than that of 93.1% of processors and equal to that of 6.9% of processors.
    industrial/edge
    CPU socket
    LGA1700
    This processor uses the LGA1700 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 84.5% of processors and equal to that of 8.4% of processors.
    Chipset
    Z790, H770, B760, Z690, H670, B660, H610, Q670, W680, R680E, Q670E, H610E
    This processor supports Z790, H770, B760, Z690, H670, B660, H610, Q670, W680, R680E, Q670E, H610E chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 89% of processors and equal to that of 0.3% of processors.
    CPU architecture
    x86-64
    This processor uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.8% of processors and equal to that of 98.2% of processors.
    Instruction sets
    MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES
    This processor supports MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES instruction sets, which is narrower support than 65.5% of processors and equal to that of 0.5% of processors.
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    N. of physical cores
    16
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This processor has 16 CPU cores, which is more than 90% of processors and equal to 4.6% of processors.
    CPU threads
    24
    Market range: <4 – >24
    This processor offers 24 CPU threads, which is more than 89.7% of processors and equal to 4.4% of processors.
    CPU boost clock speed
    4.8 GHz
    Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
    This processor reaches a boost clock of 4.8 GHz which is higher than that of 69.2% of processors and equal to that of 4.4% of processors.
    CPU base clock speed
    8x 1.1 GHz & 8x 0.8 GHz
    This processor has a base clock of 8x1.1 GHz & 8x0.8 GHz which is higher than that of 54% of processors.
    PassMark multi-core score
    21,967
    Market range: <2.5k – >32.5k
    This processor scores 21,967 in PassMark, which is higher than 73.9% of processors.
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    Semiconductor size
    10 nm
    Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
    This processor uses a 10 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 50.8% of processors and equal to that of 19.5% of processors.
    Foundry
    Intel 7
    This processor is built on the Intel 7 foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 64.8% of processors and equal to that of 15.7% of processors.
    L3 cache
    30 MB
    Market range: <2 MB – >32 MB
    This processor has an L3 cache of 30 MB which is larger than that of 86.9% of processors and equal to that of 2% of processors.
    L2 cache
    24 MB
    Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
    This processor has an L2 cache of 24 MB which is larger than that of 93.5% of processors and equal to that of 0.9% of processors.
    L1 cache
    1,408 KB
    Market range: <128 KB – >1.2k KB
    This processor has an L1 cache of 1,408 KB which is larger than that of 92.5% of processors and equal to that of 1.6% of processors.
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    DDR memory version
    DDR4/DDR5
    This processor supports DDR DDR4/DDR5, which is newer than that of 77.1% of processors and equal to that of 10.7% of processors.
    Maximum memory speed
    5,600 MHz
    Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
    This processor supports memory speeds up to 5,600 MHz, which is higher than that of 77.9% of processors and equal to 4.6% of processors.
    Max memory speed (JEDEC)
    DDR5-5600 MHz
    This processor supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-5600 MHz, which is higher than that of 77.4% of processors and equal to 6.2% of processors.
    Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
    ?
    Maximum memory capacity
    128 GB
    Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
    This processor supports up to 128 GB of memory, which is more than 59.3% of processors and equal to 22.8% of processors.
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    Integrated graphics
    yes
    This processor includes integrated graphics. 14.7% of processors offer this.
    Integrated GPU model
    Intel UHD Graphics 770
    This processor uses the Intel UHD Graphics 770 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 57.8% of processors and equal to that in 4.7% of processors.
    Integrated GPU execution units
    32
    Market range: <6 – >64
    This processor has 32 GPU execution units, which is more than 70.1% of processors and equal to 10.1% of processors.
    Integrated GPU base frequency
    300 MHz
    Market range: <300 MHz – >800 MHz
    This processor has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57.8% of processors and equal to that of 38.4% of processors.
    Integrated media encoders/decoders
    H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
    This processor supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 85.4% of processors and equal to 5.4% of processors.
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    TDP (Thermal design power)
    35 W
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor has a TDP of 35 W which is lower than that of 53.2% of processors and equal to that of 14% of processors.
    Base power (PL1)
    35 W
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor has a base power of 35 W which is lower than that of 53.3% of processors and equal to that of 14.1% of processors.
    Boost power (PL2)
    106 W
    Market range: <25 W – >150 W
    This processor has a boost power of 106 W which is higher than that of 65.8% of processors and equal to that of 0.9% of processors.
    Tau (power duration limit)
    28 seconds
    Market range: <8 seconds – >28 seconds
    This processor has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 4.4% of processors and equal to that of 85.3% of processors.
    Configurable TDP
    no
    This processor does not support configurable TDP. 53.7% of processors offer this.
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    Intel Core i7-13700TE vs the average processor

    246810TotalPlatformPerformanceArchitectureMemory & PCIeIntegrated graphicsPower & Thermal
    • 10 more CPU cores
      This processor has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
      16 vs 6
    • 16 more CPU threads
      This processor has more CPU threads than the average processor (24 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
      24 vs 8
    • 91.5% higher PassMark score
      This processor has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (21,967 vs 11,469). The average processor scores 11,469 in PassMark benchmark.
      21,967 vs 11,469
    • Newer PCIe version
      This processor supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 + 4 vs 3).
      5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0
    • 8x larger L2 cache
      This processor has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (24 MB vs 3 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 3 MB.
      24 MB vs 3 MB
    • More advanced microarchitecture
      This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake).
      Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake
    • 4x more L2 per core
      This processor has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
      E-core cluster: 4 MB shared by 4 cores
      2 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
    • 55.8% higher single-core score
      This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,391 vs 1,535). The average processor scores 1,535 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
      2,391 vs 1,535
    • 8% better value for money
      Intel Core i7-13700TE has better value for money than the average processor (7.87 vs 7.3).
      7.87 vs 7.29
    • Modern CPU socket
      This processor uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1700 vs FP5).
      LGA1700 vs FP5
    • Supports heterogeneous scheduling
      This processor uses heterogeneous multi-processing, while the average processor does not. 24.8% of processors use it.
    • 3 years newer release date
      This processor has a newer release date than the average processor (2023 vs 2020).
      January 2023
      2023 vs 2020
    • 10 more CPU cores
      This processor has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
      16 vs 6
    • 16 more CPU threads
      This processor has more CPU threads than the average processor (24 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
      24 vs 8
    • 91.5% higher PassMark score
      This processor has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (21,967 vs 11,469). The average processor scores 11,469 in PassMark benchmark.
      21,967 vs 11,469
    • 55.8% higher single-core score
      This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,391 vs 1,535). The average processor scores 1,535 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
      2,391 vs 1,535
    • 57.5% higher multi-core score
      This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (8,203 vs 5,209). The average processor scores 5,209 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
      8,203 vs 5,209
    • 31.4% better single-core performance
      This processor has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,360 vs 2,558). The average processor scores 2,558 in PassMark single-core.
      3,360 vs 2,558
    • 9.1% higher boost clock
      This processor has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.8 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.4 GHz.
      4.8 GHz vs 4.4 GHz
    • 2 wider front-end design
      This processor has a higher front-end width than the average processor (6 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
      P-core 6, E-core 6
      6 vs 4
    • More advanced Turbo Core
      This processor has a more advanced Turbo Core version than the average processor (3 vs 2).
      Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2
      3 vs 2
    • 8x larger L2 cache
      This processor has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (24 MB vs 3 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 3 MB.
      24 MB vs 3 MB
    • More advanced microarchitecture
      This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake).
      Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake
    • 4x more L2 per core
      This processor has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
      E-core cluster: 4 MB shared by 4 cores
      2 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
    • 3.67x larger L1 cache
      This processor has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (1,408 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
      1,408 KB vs 384 KB
    • Mixed big and small cores
      This processor uses a big.LITTLE design, while the average processor does not. 22.6% of processors use one.
      P-cores + E-cores
    • 3.33x larger L3 cache
      This processor has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (30 MB vs 9 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 9 MB.
      30 MB vs 9 MB
    • More advanced foundry
      This processor uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm).
      Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm
    • Newer PCIe version
      This processor supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 + 4 vs 3).
      5.0 + 4.0 vs 3.0
    • 91% higher memory bandwidth
      This processor has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (89.6 GB/s vs 46.9 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s.
      89.6 GB/s vs 46.9 GB/s
    • Newer DDR support
      This processor supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5 vs DDR4).
      DDR4/DDR5 vs DDR4
    • 75% higher memory speed
      This processor has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (5,600 MHz vs 3,200 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 3,200 MHz.
      5,600 MHz vs 3,200 MHz
    • 4 more PCIe lanes
      This processor has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
      20 vs 16
    • 2x more memory capacity
      This processor has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
      128 GB vs 64 GB
    • Supports ECC memory
      This processor supports ECC memory, while the average processor does not. 32% of processors support it.
    • Higher JEDEC memory speed
      This processor has a higher JEDEC memory speed than the average processor (DDR5-5600 MHz vs DDR4-3200 MHz). The average processor supports JEDEC memory speed of DDR4-3200 MHz.
      DDR5-5,600 MHz vs DDR4-3,200 MHz
    • 1 more supported displays
      This processor has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
      4 vs 3
    • 22.2% lower base power
      This processor has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
      35 W vs 45 W
    • No configurable TDP
      This processor does not support configurable TDP, while the average processor does. 53.7% of processors support configurable TDP.
    • 45.2% larger die size
      This processor has a higher die size than the average processor (257 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
      257 mm² vs 177 mm²
    • Narrower instruction support
      This processor supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V).
      MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V
    • 65.6% higher boost power
      This processor 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
    • 17 lower clock multiplier
      This processor has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (11 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
      11 vs 28
    • 32% more expensive
      Intel Core i7-13700TE is more expensive than the average processor (£330 vs £250).
      £330 vs £250
    • 32% more expensive
      Intel Core i7-13700TE is more expensive than the average processor (£330 vs £250).
      £330 vs £250
    • Narrower instruction support
      This processor supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V).
      MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V
    • 17 lower clock multiplier
      This processor has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (11 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
      11 vs 28
    • 45.2% larger die size
      This processor has a higher die size than the average processor (257 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
      257 mm² vs 177 mm²
    • No configurable TDP
      This processor does not support configurable TDP, while the average processor does. 53.7% of processors support configurable TDP.
    • 65.6% higher boost power
      This processor 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

    Third-party reviews

    What customers like about Intel Core i7-13700TE

    • Extremely low power consumption with a 35W TDP, making it ideal for compact or passively cooled builds.
    • Strong multi-threaded performance featuring 16 cores (8P + 8E) and 24 threads.
    • Support for modern standards including DDR5 memory and PCIe Gen 5.
    • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770 allows for operation without a dedicated GPU.
    • Excellent for virtualization with support for hardware and IOMMU virtualization.
    • Good thermal management with a max operating temperature of 100°C, though it runs much cooler than K-series variants.

    What customers don't like about Intel Core i7-13700TE

    • Lower base and turbo clock speeds (4.8 GHz max) compared to standard 13700 or 13700K models.
    • Locked multiplier prevents any manual overclocking for performance gains.
    • Subject to general 13th Gen stability and voltage concerns reported by some users for that architecture.
    • May offer lower value for pure gaming compared to higher-clocked i5 or standard i7 models.
    • Limited availability as an 'embedded' (TE) part compared to mainstream retail processors.

    Verdict

    The Intel Core i7-13700TE is a power-efficient 13th Gen Raptor Lake processor featuring a hybrid architecture with 16 cores (8 Performance and 8 Efficient) and 24 threads, designed for the FCLGA1700 socket. It operates with a low 35W base TDP and offers clock speeds of 1.1 GHz (P-core base) up to a 4.8 GHz max turbo frequency, supported by a 30 MB Intel Smart Cache and 24 MB of L2 cache. Key pros include its exceptional energy efficiency for high-density or thermally constrained environments, support for both DDR5-5600 and DDR4-3200 memory, and integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770 with PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 compatibility. Main cons include significantly lower base and boost clock speeds compared to standard 'K' or desktop models and a locked multiplier that prevents overclocking.

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