Intel Core i5-13600KF

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As we expected, the Core i5-13600K is a much more practical and better value CPU than not just the 13900K, but also the 13700K, particularly when focusing on gaming. At the high-end we feel strong arguments can be made for both Intel Raptor Lake and AMD Zen 4, but towards the mainstream segment it looks as though Intel is on a comfortable position over AMD.

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Last revision on November 26, 2024

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Excellent performance
Perfect for gaming and content creating

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Runs hot under stress
More expensive than a current-gen AMD Ryzen 5

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By TechSpot on October 25, 2022

The 13th Gen Intel Core i5 should make us question what being a "mid-range" CPU even means in this day and age. It might fall short of a few Raptor Lake bells and whistles that are reserved for an i7 or i9, but the 13600K is undoubtedly the best 13th Gen processor for the majority of players. It isn't exactly cheap for an i5, and that power comes at a cost. But whether it's gaming, content creation, or a bit of everything, this is a brilliant CPU.

By GamesRadar+ on July 27, 2023

The Core i9-13900K review came to the conclusion that while it is worthwhile to purchase, it definitely isn’t for the majority of consumers. Here, the outcome is very different. The greatest CPU to get right now if you’re constructing a gaming PC is the Intel Core i5 13600KF. It costs approximately half as much as the Core i9 and performs almost as well for gaming out of the box.

By Part for PC on December 05, 2022

Intel's Core i5-13600K is pricier, power-hungrier, and hotter-running than its predecessor, but it's hard to argue with the raw performance this CPU gives you for the money, especially for PC gamers.

By PCMag on November 09, 2022

Intel Core i5-12400F, Core i7-12700, Core i5-13400, Core i7-13700 and Core i7-13700K compared, provided by SchenkerRegardless of whether you are looking at an Alder Lake S or a Raptor Lake S CPU, all the processors we tested held up pretty well....

By NotebookCheck on March 23, 2023

Our measurements and benchmark scores show that Alder Lake-U processors can make sense, but both Intel as well as notebook manufacturers make it rather difficult for the customer. There are multiple factors for this, starting with the sheer number of...

By NotebookCheck on January 16, 2023

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