Intel® Core™ i5-13600KF

Intel Core i5-13600KF – Mid-Range Champion with High-End Punch

The Intel Core i5-13600KF, part of Intel’s 13th Gen “Raptor Lake” lineup, delivers an exceptional balance of gaming speed, multitasking performance, and value—making it a favorite for enthusiast builds on a budget.

Key Specifications

• Cores & Threads: 14 total cores (6 Performance-cores + 8 Efficient-cores) and 20 threads.

• Clock Speeds:

  • P-core base: 3.5 GHz

  • E-core base: 2.6 GHz

  • Turbo Boost: Up to 5.1 GHz (P-cores), 3.9 GHz (E-cores)

• Cache Memory: 24 MB Intel® Smart Cache plus 20 MB L2 cache.

• Power Profile:

  • Base (PL1): 125 W

  • Maximum Turbo (PL2): 181 W

Platform & Feature Support

• Socket: LGA 1700 (compatible with 600- and 700-series motherboards).

• Memory: Dual-channel DDR5 (up to 5600 MT/s) or DDR4 (up to 3200 MT/s).

• Expansion: PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 support for future-ready GPU and storage upgrades.

• Unlocked: Fully unlocked for overclocking and fine-tuning via Intel’s XTU.

• Graphics: No integrated GPU—requires a discrete graphics card.

Performance & Real-World Value

• Delivers high FPS in competitive and AAA titles, especially at 1080p and 1440p.

• Excellent for streaming, content creation, and multitasking thanks to hybrid architecture.

• Offers performance approaching high-end CPUs while keeping costs lower.