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Core i3-13100

4 cores · 8 threads · up to 4.5 GHz on FCLGA1700.

3.8 · 61 votes

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Cores
4
Threads
8
Boost
4.5 GHz
L3 cache
12 MB
TDP
60W
Socket
FCLGA1700

Performance breakdown

Gaming8
Productivity8
Single-core8
Multi-core17
Power efficiency7

Lab scores

Performance score8
Cores4
Threads8
Boost clock (GHz)4.5 GHz

Estimated gaming FPS

Paired with a high-end GPU. CPU impact is largest at 1080p.

1080p18 fps
1440p14 fps
4K10 fps

Full specifications

Processor & cores
Architecture
Raptor Lake-S
Process node
Intel 7 nm
Socket
FCLGA1700
Release year
2023
Total cores
4
Threads
8
Integrated graphics
Intel UHD Graphics 730
Clocks & cache
Base clock
3.4 GHz
Boost clock
4.5 GHz
L1 cache
320 KB
L2 cache
5 MB
L3 cache
12 MB
Memory & platform
Memory support
DDR5-4800
Max capacity
192 GB
Channels
2
Max bandwidth
76.8 GB/s
Base power (TDP)
60W
Max temperature
100°C
PCIe
PCIe 5.0 and 4.0
Launch price
$134
Technologies
Instruction sets
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
Extensions
AES-NI, AVX, VT-x, VT-d, TXT, TSX
Community Feedback

What Owners Say

Owners say it’s a solid budget performer for everyday tasks and light gaming. The main gripe is that it only has four cores, which feels limiting for heavier multitasking or modern titles.

Pros
  • Sips power for daily tasks
  • Stays cool with stock cooler
  • Handles gaming without bottleneck
  • Feels instant for office work
Cons
  • Only four performance cores
  • No big.LITTLE efficiency cores
  • Integrated graphics is very basic
Verdict

Our verdict on the Core i3-13100

The i3-13100 is a 60-watt quad-core Raptor Lake chip that feels identical to its Alder Lake predecessor.

Get it if you need a cheap, low-power chip for a basic office PC or light gaming rig that won't heat up your room. Skip it if you're doing heavy multitasking, video editing, or want future-proofing, as four cores will choke on demanding work.

Buy it if…

  • You want a cheap, fast office PC for spreadsheets and web browsing.
  • You are building a basic gaming rig on a tight budget.
  • You need a simple home server that runs cool and sips power.
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