Core i7-12700 vs Core i7-13700

Intel Core i7-12700 ≈ ₹34,500 today · 2022 Buy now

≈13% higher est. score

Intel Core i7-13700 ≈ ₹49,100 today · 2023 Buy now

Verdict: Core i7-13700 scores about 13% higher than Core i7-12700 in our estimated gaming score; real results depend on the game, resolution and settings. At today's approximate prices, Core i7-12700 gives more estimated performance for the money.

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Why pick Core i7-12700

About ₹14,600 cheaper today

Why pick Core i7-13700

13% higher estimated gaming score
4 more cores (16 vs 12)

Specifications

	Core i7-12700	Core i7-13700
Architecture	Golden Cove + Gracemont	Raptor Cove + Gracemont
Code name	Alder Lake	Raptor Lake
Process	Intel 7	Intel 7
Cores	12	16
P-cores + E-cores	8P + 4E	8P + 8E
Threads	20	24
Boost clock	4.8 GHz	5.2 GHz
Base clock	2.1 GHz	2.1 GHz
L2 cache	12 MB	24 MB
L3 cache	25 MB	30 MB
TDP (rated)	65 W	65 W
Socket	LGA1700	LGA1700
Memory	DDR4/DDR5	DDR4/DDR5
Max memory speed	DDR5-4800 / DDR4-3200	DDR5-5600 / DDR4-3200
PCIe	PCIe 5.0	PCIe 5.0
Overclocking	Locked	Locked
Integrated graphics	Intel UHD 770	Intel UHD 770
Released	2022	2023-01-03
Price today (≈)	₹34,500	₹49,100

FAQ

Is Core i7-12700 better than Core i7-13700?

Core i7-13700 scores about 13% higher than Core i7-12700 in our estimated gaming score; real results depend on the game, resolution and settings. At today's approximate prices, Core i7-12700 gives more estimated performance for the money.

Which uses less power, Core i7-12700 or Core i7-13700?

Both are rated at 65 W.

Which is better value, Core i7-12700 or Core i7-13700?

Going by today's prices (shown at the top of this page in your currency), Core i7-12700 gives more estimated performance for the money than Core i7-13700. Prices change daily, so check the shop before you buy.