Intel Core i7-13700HX vs Intel Core i5-1230U

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Performance
Core i7-13700HX138% better
23,995.565% of 36,991
Core i5-1230U
10,06727% of 36,991

The Core i7-13700HX has 138% better performance than the Core i5-1230U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-13700HX
49.4841% of 121.53
Core i5-1230U
No data available

The Core i7-13700HX has 41% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-13700HX CPU

The Intel Core i7-13700HX is a 16-core (24-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2023 with a suggested retail price of $485. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Raptor Lake-HX microarchitecture. The i7-13700HX is compatible with Intel BGA 1964 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 i7-13700HX supports DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-13700HX 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 30 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-13700HX features 16 total cores which can process 24 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 16 cores consist of 8 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 2.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.0 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 i7-13700HX 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 i7-13700HX has the 32nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 64.87% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 23,995.5 score and $485 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 49.48. This is the 50th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i5-1230U CPU

The Intel Core i5-1230U is a 10-core (12-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2022. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-U microarchitecture. The i5-1230U is compatible with Intel BGA 1781 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the Iris Xe 80EU integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-1230U supports DDR4, DDR5 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-1230U 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 1.25 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 12 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-1230U features 10 total cores which can process 12 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 10 cores consist of 2 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 1000.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 4.4 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-1230U includes an integrated graphics solution called Iris Xe 80EU. 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

The Core i5-1230U has the 244th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 27.21% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

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

InfoCore i7-13700HXCore i5-1230U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Core i5
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2023Q1 2022
Launch Price (MSRP)$485--
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-13700HX138% better
23,995.565% of 36,991
Core i5-1230U
10,06727% of 36,991

The Core i7-13700HX has 138% better performance than the Core i5-1230U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-13700HX is ranked 32nd with a score of 23,995.5, and the Core i5-1230U is ranked 244th with a score of 10,067.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-13700HX
49.4841% of 121.53
Core i5-1230U
No data available

The Core i7-13700HX has 93% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i7-13700HX's 49.48 performance per dollar ranks it 50th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

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 i7-13700HX or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-13650HX24,468.5+2%
Core i9-13900HK24,125+1%
Core i7-13700HX23,995.5
Core i9-13950HX23,960-0%
Core i9-13905H23,894-0%
Core i7-1160G710,247.5-57%
Core i7-4980HQ10,201-57%
Core i5-1230U10,067-58%
Ryzen 5 4680U10,051-58%
Ryzen 5 5500U10,040-58%

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 i7-13700HX orCore i5-1230U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-13500HX71.89+45%
Core i5-13450HX67.43+36%
Core i7-13800H50.88+3%
Core i7-13650HX50.45+2%
Core i7-13700HX49.48
Core i7-12800HX48.96-1%
Core i7-12850HX47.51-4%
Core i7-13705H46.24-7%
Core i5-11400H45.95-7%
Core i5-1340P44.87-9%

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 i7-13700HXCore i5-1230U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
23,995.5
(+138.36%)
10,067
3DMark Time Spy CPU
14,971.5
(+396.24%)
3,017
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
3,324
(+546.69%)
514
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
272.5
(+45.88%)
186.8
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
14,402
(+159.5%)
5,550
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
2,593
(+62.77%)
1,593
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
33,971
(+202.42%)
11,233
CPU Mark Single-Thread
3,879
(+39.43%)
2,782
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 i7-13700HXCore i5-1230U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size10 nm10 nm

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 i7-13700HXCore i5-1230U
SeriesCore i7Core i5
MicroarchitectureRaptor Lake-HXAlder Lake-U
CodenameRaptor Lake-HXAlder Lake-U
Memory SupportDDR4-3200, DDR5-4800DDR4, DDR5
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 i7-13700HXCore i5-1230U
Cores1610
Threads2412
Performance Cores (P-cores)82
Efficient Cores (E-cores)88
Clock Speed2.1 GHz1000.0 MHz
Turbo Clock5.0 GHz4.4 GHz
P-core Clock2.1 GHz1000.0 MHz
P-core Turbo Clock5.0 GHz4.4 GHz
E-core Clock Speed1500.0 MHz700.0 MHz
E-core Turbo Clock3.7 GHz3.3 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier21.0x10.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesNo

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 i7-13700HXCore i5-1230U
L1 Cache80 KB80 KB
L2 Cache2 MB1.25 MB
L3 Cache30 MB12 MB
E-core L1 Cache96 KB96 KB
E-core L2 Cache4 MB2 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 i7-13700HXCore i5-1230U
SocketIntel BGA 1964Intel BGA 1781
PCI ExpressPCIe 5.0 x20PCIe 4.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)55 W9 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)55 W9 W
Power Limit 2 (PL2)157 W29 W
Tcase Max72 °C--
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-13700HXCore i5-1230U
Integrated GraphicsUHD Graphics 770Iris Xe 80EU
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 2.0, TBT 3.0, DLBoostMMX, 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 2.0

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