Intel Core i5-13600K vs AMD FX-8350

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Performance
Core i5-13600K321% better
30,41982% of 36,991
FX-8350
7,23020% of 36,991

The Core i5-13600K has 321% better performance than the FX-8350 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-13600K162% better
95.3678% of 121.53
FX-8350
36.3330% of 121.53

The Core i5-13600K has 162% better value for the money than the FX-8350 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i5-13600K CPU

The Intel Core i5-13600K is a 14-core (20-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2022 with a suggested retail price of $319. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Raptor Lake microarchitecture. The i5-13600K is compatible with Intel Socket 1700 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-13600K supports DDR4-3200, DDR5-5600 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-13600K has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 80 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 24 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-13600K features 14 total cores which can process 20 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 14 cores consist of 6 P-Cores and 8 E-Cores. P-Cores are designed for high-performance tasks and E-Cores are intended for efficiency and lighter tasks. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.5 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.1 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-13600K includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 770. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Core i5-13600K has the 12th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 82.23% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 30,419 score and $319 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 95.36. This is the 9th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD FX-8350 CPU

The AMD FX-8350 is an end-of-life 8-core (8-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2012 with a suggested retail price of $199. It is part of AMD's FX lineup, which is based on the Vishera microarchitecture. The FX-8350 is compatible with AMD Socket AM3+ motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 32 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The FX-8350 supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the FX-8350 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 384 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 8 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The FX-8350 features 8 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 4.0 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.2 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The FX-8350 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The FX-8350 has the 337th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 19.55% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 7,230 score and $199 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 36.33. This is the 95th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCore i5-13600KFX-8350
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i5FX
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ3 2022Q4 2012
Launch Price (MSRP)$319$199
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-13600K321% better
30,41982% of 36,991
FX-8350
7,23020% of 36,991

The Core i5-13600K has 321% better performance than the FX-8350 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-13600K is ranked 12th with a score of 30,419, and the FX-8350 is ranked 337th with a score of 7,230.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-13600K162% better
95.3678% of 121.53
FX-8350
36.3330% of 121.53

The Core i5-13600K has 162% better value for the money than the FX-8350 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-13600K is ranked 9th with a performance per dollar of 95.36, and the FX-8350 is ranked 95th with a performance per dollar of 36.33.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i5-13600K or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 7 770030,945+2%
Ryzen 7 9700X30,757+1%
Core i5-13600K30,419
Ryzen 9 7900X27,731-9%
Ryzen 7 5800X3D27,236-10%
Ryzen 5 14007,363.5-76%
Core i5-11400T7,319-76%
FX-83507,230-76%
Ryzen 3 2200G6,805-78%
Core i5-35506,593-78%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i5-13600K or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 5 7600104.17+9%
Core i5-14600K99.19+4%
Core i5-13600K95.36
Ryzen 7 770094.06-1%
Ryzen 5 9600X92.18-3%
Core i5-850041.36-57%
Core i5-11400T40.21-58%
FX-835036.33-62%
Core i5-446034.75-64%
Core i5-640034.52-64%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkCore i5-13600KFX-8350
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
30,419
(+320.73%)
7,230
3DMark Time Spy CPU
17,101.5
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
3,642
(+472.64%)
636
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
287.5
(+196.39%)
97
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
15,120
(+661.71%)
1,985
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
2,701
(+453.48%)
488
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
38,080
(+528.38%)
6,060
CPU Mark Single-Thread
4,148
(+162.37%)
1,581
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCore i5-13600KFX-8350
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelGlobalFoundries
Process Size10 nm32 nm
Transistors--1,200 million

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecCore i5-13600KFX-8350
SeriesCore i5FX
MicroarchitectureRaptor LakeVishera
CodenameRaptor Lake-SVishera
Memory SupportDDR4-3200, DDR5-5600DDR3
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryYesNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecCore i5-13600KFX-8350
Cores148
Threads208
Performance Cores (P-cores)6--
Efficient Cores (E-cores)8--
Clock Speed3.5 GHz4.0 GHz
Turbo Clock5.1 GHz4.2 GHz
P-core Clock3.5 GHz--
P-core Turbo Clock5.1 GHz--
E-core Clock Speed2.6 GHz--
E-core Turbo Clock3.9 GHz--
Base Clock100 MHz200 MHz
Multiplier35.0x20.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesYes

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecCore i5-13600KFX-8350
L1 Cache80 KB384 KB
L2 Cache2 MB8 MB
L3 Cache24 MB8 MB
E-core L1 Cache96 KB--
E-core L2 Cache4 MB--

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecCore i5-13600KFX-8350
SocketIntel Socket 1700AMD Socket AM3+
PCI ExpressPCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 4.0 x4PCIe 2.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)125 W125 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)181 W--
Power Limit 2 (PL2)181 W--
Tcase Max72 °C--
TJ Max100 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCore i5-13600KFX-8350
Integrated GraphicsUHD Graphics 770Motherboard Dependent
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, SHA, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, ABM, ADX, RdRand, TBT 2.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, SSE4a, AMD64, AMD-V, AES, AVX, CLMUL, CVT16, EVP, FMA4, XOP, Turbo Core, HT3.1

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.