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Intel Core i7-13790F

Explore Intel Core i7-13790F technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for performance, compatibility and upgrade comparisons.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
9.0/ 10
Technical rating

Excellent

Intel Core i7-13790F is a Desktop processor with 16 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 41951 and a single-thread rating of 4051. Its stated TDP is 65 W.

CPU Mark41,951
15 samples
Single Thread4,051
Overall rank#353
of 6,054
Reference price$318.13

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Excellent
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Intel Core i7-13790F is a Desktop processor with 16 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 41951 and a single-thread rating of 4051. Its stated TDP is 65 W.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Intel Core i7-13790F is a Desktop released in 2023. Recorded specifications include a 65 W reference TDP, a 41,951 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 41,951 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 4,051 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.

Memory and power

Recorded memory support: DDR5-5600. The 65 W TDP helps size the cooling class, but it is not the same as peak wall-power consumption.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key Intel Core i7-13790F specifications?

The main recorded details are a 65 W reference TDP, a 41,951 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Intel Core i7-13790F good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the Intel Core i7-13790F?

A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.

How much power does the Intel Core i7-13790F use?

The recorded reference TDP is 65 W. Real consumption can be lower or higher depending on power limits, motherboard, workload and cooling.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01Intel Core i7-13790FThis CPU41,951 points
02AMD Ryzen AI Max 390AMD41,879 points
03AMD Ryzen 7 7840HXAMD41,530 points
04Apple M1 Ultra 20 CoreApple41,396 points
05AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3DAMD41,295 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3DAMD4,705 points
02Intel Core i7-13790FThis CPU4,051 points
03AMD Ryzen AI Max 390AMD4,039 points
04Apple M1 Ultra 20 CoreApple3,860 points
05AMD Ryzen 7 7840HXAMD3,693 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01AMD Ryzen AI Max 390AMD761.4 Mark/W
02AMD Ryzen 7 7840HXAMD755.1 Mark/W
03Apple M1 Ultra 20 CoreApple689.9 Mark/W
04Intel Core i7-13790FThis CPU645.4 Mark/W
05AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3DAMD344.1 Mark/W

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
531,106.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
29,930.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
32,470.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
203.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
105,435.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
146,946.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
2,882.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
55,929.00

Core specifications

BrandIntel
CategoryDesktop
Release year2023
Socket—
Cores / threads16 / —
Base clock—
Max turbo—
TDP65 W
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

DDR4
Memory typeDDR4 / DDR5
Official speedDDR4-3200 / DDR5-5600
Maximum capacity128 GB

Cache hierarchy

L1I8 x 32 KB
L1D8 x 48 KB
L28 x 2048 KB
L333 MB