Intel Pentium 3556U vs Intel Core i9-13900HK

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Performance
Pentium 3556U
1,7565% of 36,991
Core i9-13900HK1,274% better
24,12565% of 36,991

The Core i9-13900HK has 1,274% better performance than the Pentium 3556U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Pentium 3556U
No data available
Core i9-13900HK
34.6128% of 121.53

The Core i9-13900HK has 28% 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 Pentium 3556U CPU

The Intel Pentium 3556U is a 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2013. It is part of Intel's Pentium lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The 3556U is compatible with Intel BGA 1168 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Pentium 3556U supports DDR3 memory. In terms of cache, the Pentium 3556U 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 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 2 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Pentium 3556U features 2 total cores which can process 2 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1700.0 MHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Pentium 3556U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD. 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 Pentium 3556U has the 640th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 4.75% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i9-13900HK CPU

The Intel Core i9-13900HK is a 14-core (20-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2023 with a suggested retail price of $697. It is part of Intel's Core i9 lineup, which is based on the Raptor Lake-H microarchitecture. The i9-13900HK is compatible with Intel BGA 1744 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the Iris Xe Graphics 96EU integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-13900HK supports DDR4-3200, DDR5-5200 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i9-13900HK 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 i9-13900HK 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 2.6 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.4 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 i9-13900HK includes an integrated graphics solution called Iris Xe Graphics 96EU. 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 i9-13900HK has the 31st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 65.22% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 24,125 score and $697 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 34.61. This is the 101st 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.

InfoPentium 3556UCore i9-13900HK
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesPentiumCore i9
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ3 2013Q1 2023
Launch Price (MSRP)--$697
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Pentium 3556U
1,7565% of 36,991
Core i9-13900HK1,274% better
24,12565% of 36,991

The Core i9-13900HK has 1,274% better performance than the Pentium 3556U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Pentium 3556U is ranked 640th with a score of 1,756, and the Core i9-13900HK is ranked 31st with a score of 24,125.

Performance per dollar
Pentium 3556U
No data available
Core i9-13900HK
34.6128% of 121.53

The Core i9-13900HK has 65% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i9-13900HK's 34.61 performance per dollar ranks it 0th 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:Pentium 3556U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i9-13980HX25,051+1,327%
Core i7-13650HX24,468.5+1,293%
Core i9-13900HK24,125+1,274%
Core i7-13700HX23,995.5+1,266%
Core i9-13950HX23,960+1,264%
Celeron 1000M1,779+1%
Pentium N37001,768+1%
Pentium 3556U1,756
Pentium N37101,742.5-1%
Core M-5Y311,738.5-1%

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:Pentium 3556U orCore i9-13900HK
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i9-13980HX37.5+8%
Core i7-1370P37.17+7%
Core i7-10875H36.94+7%
Core i9-13900H36.21+5%
Core i9-13900HX35.48+2%
Core i9-13900HK34.61
Core i9-13905H34.28-1%
Core i9-11900H34.22-1%
Core i7-1360P32.42-6%
Core i9-11980HK30.63-12%

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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BenchmarkPentium 3556UCore i9-13900HK
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,756
24,125
(+1,273.86%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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13,169
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
125.5
2,950
(+2,250.6%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
65.5
279
(+325.95%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
493
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Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
302
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CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,058
31,690
(+2,895.27%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
951
3,990
(+319.56%)
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.

SpecPentium 3556UCore i9-13900HK
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size22 nm10 nm
Transistors1,400 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.

SpecPentium 3556UCore i9-13900HK
SeriesPentiumCore i9
MicroarchitectureHaswellRaptor Lake-H
CodenameHaswellRaptor Lake-H
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4-3200, DDR5-5200
Memory Channels--Dual-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.

SpecPentium 3556UCore i9-13900HK
Cores214
Threads220
Performance Cores (P-cores)--6
Efficient Cores (E-cores)--8
Clock Speed1700.0 MHz2.6 GHz
Turbo Clock--5.4 GHz
P-core Clock--2.6 GHz
P-core Turbo Clock--5.4 GHz
E-core Clock Speed--1900.0 MHz
E-core Turbo Clock--4.1 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier17.0x26.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoYes

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.

SpecPentium 3556UCore i9-13900HK
L1 Cache64 KB80 KB
L2 Cache256 KB2 MB
L3 Cache2 MB24 MB
E-core L1 Cache--96 KB
E-core L2 Cache--4 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.

SpecPentium 3556UCore i9-13900HK
SocketIntel BGA 1168Intel BGA 1744
PCI Express--PCIe 5.0 x8, PCIe 4.0 x8
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W45 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)--45 W
Power Limit 2 (PL2)--115 W
Tcase Max105 °C72 °C
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecPentium 3556UCore i9-13900HK
Integrated GraphicsIntel HDIris Xe Graphics 96EU
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, 64-bit, XD bit, VT-x, Smart CacheMMX, 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

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