Core i7-13700 vs EPYC 8124P

CPU

GPU

Core i7-13700

16 Cores24 Thrd65 WWMax: 5.2 GHz2023

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EPYC 8124P

16 Cores32 Thrd125 WWMax: 3 GHz2023

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Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-13700

16 / 24

36,230

+0.4%

36,079

0.0%

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About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core i7-13700

2023

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +4.5% higher average FPS across 36 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $255 less on MSRP ($384 MSRP vs $639 MSRP).
✅Delivers 67.1% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 94.3 vs 56.5 PassMark/$ ($384 MSRP vs $639 MSRP).
✅Draws 65W instead of 125W, a 60W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with UHD Graphics 770, while EPYC 8124P needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (30 MB vs 64 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than EPYC 8124P, which brings 16 cores / 32 threads and 96 PCIe lanes.

EPYC 8124P

2023

Why buy it

✅+113.3% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 30 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 16 cores / 32 threads, plus 96 PCIe lanes vs 20.
✅380% more PCIe lanes (96 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core i7-13700 across 36 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (36,079 vs 36,230).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 56.5 vs 94.3 PassMark/$ ($639 MSRP vs $384 MSRP).
❌92.3% higher power demand at 125W vs 65W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i7-13700 can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Core i7-13700

2023

EPYC 8124P

2023

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +4.5% higher average FPS across 36 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $255 less on MSRP ($384 MSRP vs $639 MSRP).
✅Delivers 67.1% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 94.3 vs 56.5 PassMark/$ ($384 MSRP vs $639 MSRP).
✅Draws 65W instead of 125W, a 60W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with UHD Graphics 770, while EPYC 8124P needs a discrete GPU.

Why buy it

✅+113.3% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 30 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 16 cores / 32 threads, plus 96 PCIe lanes vs 20.
✅380% more PCIe lanes (96 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (30 MB vs 64 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than EPYC 8124P, which brings 16 cores / 32 threads and 96 PCIe lanes.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core i7-13700 across 36 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (36,079 vs 36,230).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 56.5 vs 94.3 PassMark/$ ($639 MSRP vs $384 MSRP).
❌92.3% higher power demand at 125W vs 65W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i7-13700 can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Quick Answers

So, is Core i7-13700 better than EPYC 8124P?

Not in a simple one-size-fits-all way. EPYC 8124P makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while Core i7-13700 is the better mainstream desktop choice for gaming, platform cost, and day-to-day practicality.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i7-13700 is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 4.5% more average FPS across 36 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i7-13700 is the better fit. You are getting 0.4% better PassMark, backed by 16 cores and 24 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core i7-13700 is the smarter buy today. Core i7-13700 is $255 cheaper on MSRP at $384 MSRP versus $639 MSRP, and it gives you a 4.5% average FPS lead across 36 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 67.1% better value on MSRP (94.3 vs 56.5 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

EPYC 8124P is the safer long-term CPU choice because it gives you more overall headroom and a better platform outlook.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Core i7-13700 Benchmark Check

EPYC 8124P Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i7-13700	EPYC 8124P
1080p
low	264 FPS	153 FPS
medium	254 FPS	125 FPS
high	210 FPS	105 FPS
ultra	181 FPS	83 FPS
1440p
low	225 FPS	139 FPS
medium	193 FPS	111 FPS
high	153 FPS	87 FPS
ultra	135 FPS	70 FPS
4K
low	154 FPS	67 FPS
medium	131 FPS	57 FPS
high	101 FPS	44 FPS
ultra	90 FPS	36 FPS

Open Core i7-13700 Open EPYC 8124P

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i7-13700	EPYC 8124P
1080p
low	344 FPS	387 FPS
medium	293 FPS	344 FPS
high	247 FPS	281 FPS
ultra	225 FPS	224 FPS
1440p
low	299 FPS	327 FPS
medium	264 FPS	296 FPS
high	224 FPS	250 FPS
ultra	192 FPS	191 FPS
4K
low	177 FPS	202 FPS
medium	160 FPS	186 FPS
high	152 FPS	157 FPS
ultra	133 FPS	127 FPS

Open Core i7-13700 Open EPYC 8124P

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i7-13700	EPYC 8124P
1080p
low	647 FPS	856 FPS
medium	530 FPS	767 FPS
high	467 FPS	743 FPS
ultra	405 FPS	667 FPS
1440p
low	590 FPS	660 FPS
medium	491 FPS	573 FPS
high	427 FPS	546 FPS
ultra	370 FPS	487 FPS
4K
low	433 FPS	432 FPS
medium	373 FPS	341 FPS
high	338 FPS	305 FPS
ultra	289 FPS	250 FPS

Open Core i7-13700 Open EPYC 8124P

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i7-13700	EPYC 8124P
1080p
low	906 FPS	902 FPS
medium	851 FPS	902 FPS
high	735 FPS	769 FPS
ultra	660 FPS	647 FPS
1440p
low	799 FPS	823 FPS
medium	712 FPS	707 FPS
high	615 FPS	596 FPS
ultra	542 FPS	488 FPS
4K
low	548 FPS	596 FPS
medium	497 FPS	521 FPS
high	444 FPS	449 FPS
ultra	388 FPS	372 FPS

Open Core i7-13700 Open EPYC 8124P

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-13700 and EPYC 8124P

Core i7-13700

The Core i7-13700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 36,230 points. Launch price was $384.

EPYC 8124P

The EPYC 8124P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 18 September 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Siena (2023−2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.45 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: SP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 36,079 points. Launch price was $639.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-13700 packs 16 cores / 24 threads, matching the EPYC 8124P's 16 cores. Boost clocks reach 5.2 GHz on the Core i7-13700 versus 3 GHz on the EPYC 8124P — a 53.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-13700 (base: 2.1 GHz vs 2.45 GHz). The Core i7-13700 uses the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the EPYC 8124P uses Siena (2023−2024) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-13700 scores 36,230 against the EPYC 8124P's 36,079 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i7-13700. L3 cache: 30 MB (total) on the Core i7-13700 vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 8124P.

Feature	Core i7-13700	EPYC 8124P
Cores / Threads	16 / 24	16 / 32
Boost Clock	5.2 GHz+73%	3 GHz
Base Clock	2.1 GHz	2.45 GHz+17%
L3 Cache	30 MB (total)	64 MB (total)+113%
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)+100%	1 MB (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm	5 nm-29%
Architecture	Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024)	Siena (2023−2024)
PassMark	36,230	36,079

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-13700 uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 8124P uses SP6 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Core i7-13700 versus 4800 on the EPYC 8124P — the EPYC 8124P supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 8124P supports up to 2048 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 165.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-13700) vs 6 (EPYC 8124P). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i7-13700) vs 96 (EPYC 8124P) — the EPYC 8124P offers 76 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z790,B760 (Core i7-13700) and SP6 (EPYC 8124P).

Feature	Core i7-13700	EPYC 8124P
Socket	LGA1700	SP6
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5600	4800+95900%
Max RAM Capacity	192 GB+9830300%	2048
RAM Channels	2	6+200%
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	20	96+380%

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-13700) vs AMD-V, IOMMU (EPYC 8124P). The Core i7-13700 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770), while the EPYC 8124P requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: EPYC 8124P rivals Xeon Gold 6426Y.

Feature	Core i7-13700	EPYC 8124P
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	UHD Graphics 770	None
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	Yes	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	AMD-V, IOMMU

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-13700 launched at $384 MSRP, while the EPYC 8124P debuted at $639. On MSRP ($384 vs $639), the Core i7-13700 is $255 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-13700 delivers 94.3 pts/$ vs 56.5 pts/$ for the EPYC 8124P — making the Core i7-13700 the 50.2% better value option.