Core i5-13400E

Name: Intel Core i5-13400E
Brand: Intel
Rating: 3.7 (14 reviews)

10 cores · 16 threads · up to 4.6 GHz on 1700.

3.7 · 14 votes

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Cores

Threads

Boost

4.6 GHz

L3 cache

20 MB

TDP

65W

Socket

1700

Performance breakdown

Gaming16

Productivity15

Single-core16

Multi-core42

Power efficiency14

Lab scores

Performance score16

Cores10

Threads16

Boost clock (GHz)4.6 GHz

Estimated gaming FPS

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

1080p35 fps

1440p28 fps

4K19 fps

Full specifications

Processor & cores

Architecture: Raptor Lake-S
Process node: 10 nm
Socket: 1700
Release year: 2023
Total cores: 10
Threads: 16
Integrated graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 730

Clocks & cache

Base clock: 2.4 GHz
Boost clock: 4.6 GHz
L1 cache: 800 KB
L2 cache: 12.5 MB
L3 cache: 20 MB

Memory & platform

Memory support: DDR4
Base power (TDP): 65W
PCIe: PCIe 5.0

Technologies

Extensions: AES-NI, AVX, VT-x, VT-d, TXT, TSX

Community Feedback

What Owners Say

Owners like the strong multi-core speed for the money and low heat output. The common complaint is that the included stock cooler is barely adequate under sustained load.

Pros

Handles everyday gaming without breaking a sweat
Balances productivity and multitasking duties cleanly
Runs cool enough for compact office builds
Plays nice with budget B-series motherboards

Cons

Runs hotter than expected at load
Needs a dedicated graphics card
No overclocking support at all

Verdict

Our verdict on the Core i5-13400E

A solid 13th-gen midrange chip that punches above its weight for mixed workloads, but its power efficiency trails AMD's best.

Get it if you want solid mid-range performance for a productivity build without paying extra for an unlocked chip. Skip it if you're gaming on a tight budget, as cheaper alternatives match it for less.