Intel Core i9-10980XE vs Intel Core i5-13400F

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Performance
Core i9-10980XE
20,45255% of 36,991
Core i5-13400F16% better
23,82064% of 36,991

The Core i5-13400F has 16% better performance than the Core i9-10980XE for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i9-10980XE
19.0116% of 121.53
Core i5-13400F539% better
121.53Best Value

The Core i5-13400F has 539% better value for the money than the Core i9-10980XE for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i9-10980XE CPU

The Intel Core i9-10980XE is an end-of-life 18-core (36-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2019 with a suggested retail price of $1,076. It is part of Intel's Core i9 Extreme lineup, which is based on the X-Series 10th Gen microarchitecture. The i9-10980XE is compatible with Intel Socket 2066 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-10980XE supports DDR4 memory and features a quad-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 4 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i9-10980XE has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 24.75 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i9-10980XE features 18 total cores which can process 36 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.0 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.8 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 i9-10980XE 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 Core i9-10980XE has the 71st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 55.29% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 20,452 score and $1,076 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 19.01. This is the 163rd best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i5-13400F CPU

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q1 2023 with a suggested retail price of $196. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Raptor Lake microarchitecture. The i5-13400F is compatible with Intel Socket 1700 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-13400F 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 i5-13400F 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 20 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-13400F features 10 total cores which can process 16 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 10 cores consist of 6 P-Cores and 4 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 2.5 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.6 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 i5-13400F 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 Core i5-13400F has the 36th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 64.39% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 23,820 score and $196 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 121.53. This is the 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 i9-10980XECore i5-13400F
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i9 ExtremeCore i5
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ4 2019Q1 2023
Launch Price (MSRP)$1,076$196
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i9-10980XE
20,45255% of 36,991
Core i5-13400F16% better
23,82064% of 36,991

The Core i5-13400F has 16% better performance than the Core i9-10980XE for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i9-10980XE is ranked 71st with a score of 20,452, and the Core i5-13400F is ranked 36th with a score of 23,820.

Performance per dollar
Core i9-10980XE
19.0116% of 121.53
Core i5-13400F539% better
121.53Best Value

The Core i5-13400F has 539% better value for the money than the Core i9-10980XE for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i9-10980XE is ranked 163rd with a performance per dollar of 19.01, and the Core i5-13400F is ranked 1st with a performance per dollar of 121.53.

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 i9-10980XE or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i9-1290024,314+19%
Ryzen 5 760023,854+17%
Core i5-13400F23,820+16%
Core i7-12700F23,748+16%
Ryzen 7 5800X23,703.5+16%
Ryzen 9 3950X21,016+3%
Core i9-11900K20,662+1%
Core i9-10980XE20,452
Ryzen 7 5700X20,010-2%
Ryzen 5 5600X19,649-4%

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 i9-10980XE or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-13400F121.53+539%
Core i5-12400F111.7+488%
Core i5-13400104.62+450%
Ryzen 5 7600104.17+448%
Core i5-13600K95.36+402%
Ryzen 9 3950X28.06+48%
Core i7-8086K27.19+43%
Core i9-10980XE19.01
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X17.85-6%
Core i9-9980XE9.72-49%

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 i9-10980XECore i5-13400F
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
20,452
23,820
(+16.47%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
12,436
12,669
(+1.87%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
3,744
(+58.38%)
2,364
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
208
252
(+21.15%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
12,156
(+11.53%)
10,899
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,598
2,300
(+43.93%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
32,822
(+30.15%)
25,218
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,650
3,653
(+37.85%)
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 i9-10980XECore i5-13400F
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size14 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 i9-10980XECore i5-13400F
SeriesCore i9 ExtremeCore i5
MicroarchitectureX-Series 10th GenRaptor Lake
CodenameCascade Lake-XRaptor Lake-S
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800
Memory ChannelsQuad-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

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 i9-10980XECore i5-13400F
Cores1810
Threads3616
Performance Cores (P-cores)--6
Efficient Cores (E-cores)--4
Clock Speed3.0 GHz2.5 GHz
Turbo Clock4.8 GHz4.6 GHz
P-core Clock--2.5 GHz
P-core Turbo Clock--4.6 GHz
E-core Clock Speed--1800.0 MHz
E-core Turbo Clock--3.3 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier30.0x25.0x
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 i9-10980XECore i5-13400F
L1 Cache64 KB80 KB
L2 Cache1 MB1.25 MB
L3 Cache24.75 MB20 MB
E-core L1 Cache--96 KB
E-core L2 Cache--2 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 i9-10980XECore i5-13400F
SocketIntel Socket 2066Intel Socket 1700
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x48PCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 4.0 x4
Thermal Design Power (TDP)165 W65 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)--65 W
Power Limit 2 (PL2)--148 W
Tcase Max--72 °C
TJ Max86 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i9-10980XECore i5-13400F
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0, Boost 3.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, SHA, EIST, SST, HTT, 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.