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Core i3-13100T

4 cores · 8 threads · up to 4.2 GHz on FCLGA1700.

3.2 · 10 votes

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Cores
4
Threads
8
Boost
4.2 GHz
L3 cache
12 MB
TDP
35W
Socket
FCLGA1700

Performance breakdown

Gaming8
Productivity8
Single-core8
Multi-core17
Power efficiency7

Lab scores

Performance score8
Cores4
Threads8
Boost clock (GHz)4.2 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
2.5 GHz
Boost clock
4.2 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)
35W
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 like the low power draw and solid quad-core speed for basic office builds and home servers. The common complaint is the limited multi-core performance for heavier tasks.

Pros
  • Fits tiny, low-power builds easily
  • Stays cool without a fancy cooler
  • Handles everyday tasks without lag
  • Sips electricity for quiet operation
Cons
  • Only four performance cores
  • No overclocking support at all
  • Integrated graphics is quite weak
Verdict

Our verdict on the Core i3-13100T

A low-power quad-core chip built for quiet, small office PCs, not for gaming or heavy multitasking.

Get it if you need a low-power office PC that runs cool and quiet without a dedicated graphics card. Skip it if you plan to game or edit video, as the weak integrated graphics will frustrate you.

Buy it if…

  • You need a low-power office PC that runs cool and quiet.
  • You’re building a basic home server or NAS on a tight budget.
  • You want a cheap, efficient CPU for a kid’s first gaming rig.
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