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Intel Core i5-13600K vs AMD Ryzen 7 7700X

Benchmark comparison and full specifications, with the measured difference and a clear winner for gaming, office work, daily use and content creation.

ACheck Price on AmazonIntel Core i5-13600KBCheck Price on AmazonAMD Ryzen 7 7700X

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APart A

Intel

Core i5-13600K

  • Blender render score 315 samples/min
  • Cores 14
  • Max boost clock 5.1 GHz
VS

BPart B

AMD

Ryzen 7 7700X

  • Blender render score 310 samples/min
  • Cores 8
  • Max boost clock 5.4 GHz
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01 · Performance profile

How they score

Scores out of 100 for each way you might use a processor. The chart shows where both parts rank among all 667 CPUs in our database.

Measured performance

Intel Core i5-13600K is 2% faster in the Blender benchmark

AIntel Core i5-13600K315

Median of 7 submissions

BAMD Ryzen 7 7700X310

Median of 41 submissions

Blender Benchmark render score (samples per minute, higher is faster), the median of community-submitted results from Blender Open Data.

A
B
Lowest: 2Average: 22Highest: 79

Gaming

A55%Good
B57%Good

Too close to call

Office Work

A69%Good
B69%Good

Too close to call

Daily Use

A62%Good
B62%Good

Too close to call

Content Creation

A50%Fair
B45%Fair

Better pick: Core i5-13600K · Cores: 14 vs 8

02 · Verdict

Too close to call

Both parts score within a few points. Choose on price, availability and the use case that matters most to you.

AIntel Core i5-13600K

59/100

BAMD Ryzen 7 7700X

58/100

AIntel Core i5-13600K

Advantages

  • Cores 14 vs 8 (75% higher)
  • Threads 20 vs 16 (25% higher)
  • Blender render score 315 samples/min vs 310 samples/min (2% higher)

Disadvantages

  • L3 cache 24 MB vs 32 MB (25% lower)
  • Base clock 3.5 GHz vs 4.5 GHz (22% lower)
  • TDP / base power 125 W vs 105 W (19% higher)
  • Max boost clock 5.1 GHz vs 5.4 GHz (6% lower)

BAMD Ryzen 7 7700X

Advantages

  • L3 cache 32 MB vs 24 MB (33% higher)
  • Base clock 4.5 GHz vs 3.5 GHz (29% higher)
  • TDP / base power 105 W vs 125 W (16% lower)
  • Max boost clock 5.4 GHz vs 5.1 GHz (6% higher)

Disadvantages

  • Cores 8 vs 14 (43% lower)
  • Threads 16 vs 20 (20% lower)
  • Blender render score 310 samples/min vs 315 samples/min (2% lower)

03 · Full comparison

Side-by-side specifications

SpecificationAIntel Core i5-13600KBAMD Ryzen 7 7700X
Measured performance
Blender render scoreMedian of community-submitted Blender Benchmark results (Blender Open Data). Higher is faster.315 samples/min Better +2%310 samples/min
Benchmark submissionsHow many results the median is based on. Small numbers are less reliable.741
Cores & clocks
Cores14 Better +75%8
Efficiency (E) cores8—
Threads20 Better +25%16
Base clock3.5 GHz4.5 GHz Better +29%
Max boost clock5.1 GHz5.4 GHz Better +6%
Memory & cache
L3 cache24 MB32 MB Better +33%
Memory supportDDR4 / DDR5DDR5
Power
TDP / base power125 W105 W Better
Features
Integrated graphicsYesYes
Platform
ArchitectureRaptor LakeZen 4
SocketLGA1700AM5
Manufacturing processIntel 75 nm
Release year20222022
Launch price$319$399

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Intel Core i5-13600K vs AMD Ryzen 7 7700X at a glance

This page compares the Intel Core i5-13600K and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X using published specifications and real measured benchmark results. In the Blender Benchmark, Intel Core i5-13600K posts a median render score of 315 against 310 for AMD Ryzen 7 7700X, making it 2% faster. The medians are based on 7 and 41 community submissions.

Intel Core i5-13600K: 14 cores, 20 threads, 5.1 GHz max boost clock, 125 W tdp / base power, released in 2022, launched at $319. AMD Ryzen 7 7700X: 8 cores, 16 threads, 5.4 GHz max boost clock, 105 W tdp / base power, released in 2022, launched at $399.

Our overall scores are 59 for Core i5-13600K and 58 for Ryzen 7 7700X out of 100. By use case, the better pick is, for gaming: too close to call; for office work: too close to call; for daily use: too close to call; for content creation: Core i5-13600K. Blender measures rendering rather than game frame rates, so treat the gaming result as a guide built from render performance and specifications.

Core i5-13600K vs Ryzen 7 7700X FAQ

Which is faster, the Core i5-13600K or the Ryzen 7 7700X?

In the Blender Benchmark, Intel Core i5-13600K posts a median render score of 315 against 310 for AMD Ryzen 7 7700X, making it 2% faster. The medians are based on 7 and 41 community submissions.

Which uses more power, the Core i5-13600K or the Ryzen 7 7700X?

The Intel Core i5-13600K is rated at 125 W and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X at 105 W, so the Ryzen 7 7700X draws 19% less on paper. Rated power is not the same as power drawn in your own workload.

How much did the Core i5-13600K and the Ryzen 7 7700X cost at launch?

The Intel Core i5-13600K launched at $319 and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X at $399. Street prices change often, so check a current price before buying.

Is the Core i5-13600K or the Ryzen 7 7700X better for gaming?

Our gaming scores for the two are within a few points of each other (55 and 57 out of 100). Blender is a rendering benchmark, so also look at independent game benchmarks.

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About this data

Benchmark numbers come from Blender Open Data, a public collection of results submitted by real users, shown as medians with the submission count. Specifications and launch prices are compiled from manufacturer information and may contain mistakes. See how it all works on thePC Parts Comparison page, or report an error through our contact page. This page contains affiliate links: if you buy through them we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.