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Core i7-13700E

16 cores · 24 threads · up to 5.1 GHz on 1700.

3.4 · 9 votes

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Cores
16
Threads
24
Boost
5.1 GHz
L3 cache
30 MB
TDP
65W
Socket
1700

Performance breakdown

Gaming20
Productivity21
Single-core21
Multi-core67
Power efficiency17

Lab scores

Performance score20
Cores16
Threads24
Boost clock (GHz)5.1 GHz

Estimated gaming FPS

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

1080p44 fps
1440p35 fps
4K24 fps

Full specifications

Processor & cores
Architecture
Raptor Lake-S
Process node
10 nm
Socket
1700
Release year
2023
Total cores
16
Threads
24
Integrated graphics
Intel UHD Graphics 770
Clocks & cache
Base clock
1.9 GHz
Boost clock
5.1 GHz
L1 cache
1280 KB
L2 cache
32 MB
L3 cache
30 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 big performance jump for everyday tasks and gaming. The common gripe is that it runs hot under load, needing a strong cooler.

Pros
  • Sips power for a desktop chip
  • Crushes single-threaded work easily
  • Stays cool on basic air coolers
  • Fits existing LGA1700 motherboards
Cons
  • E-core heavy for gaming workloads
  • Needs a beefy cooler for sustained loads
  • No overclocking support on B760 boards
Verdict

Our verdict on the Core i7-13700E

The Intel Core i7-13700E is a sensible mid-range desktop chip that trades top-end speed for much lower power use and heat.

Get it if you need a solid midrange desktop chip for everyday multitasking and light content work. Skip it if you want top-tier gaming performance or heavy rendering power.

Buy it if…

  • You need strong multi-tasking in a power-efficient office build.
  • You are upgrading a business workstation that runs 24/7.
  • You want a quiet, low-heat PC for light creative work at home.
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