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 i5-13600K

2022

Why buy it

✅+8.1% higher PassMark.
✅Costs $71 less on MSRP ($329 MSRP vs $400 MSRP).
✅Delivers 31.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 114.5 vs 87.1 PassMark/$ ($329 MSRP vs $400 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (24 MB vs 32 MB).
❌92.3% higher power demand at 125W vs 65W.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 7 PRO 7745.

Ryzen 7 PRO 7745

2023

Why buy it

✅+33.3% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 24 MB).
✅Draws 65W instead of 125W, a 60W reduction.
✅20% more PCIe lanes (24 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Core i5-13600K.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (34,827 vs 37,655).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 87.1 vs 114.5 PassMark/$ ($400 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).

Core i5-13600K

2022

Ryzen 7 PRO 7745

2023

Why buy it

✅+8.1% higher PassMark.
✅Costs $71 less on MSRP ($329 MSRP vs $400 MSRP).
✅Delivers 31.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 114.5 vs 87.1 PassMark/$ ($329 MSRP vs $400 MSRP).

Why buy it

✅+33.3% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 24 MB).
✅Draws 65W instead of 125W, a 60W reduction.
✅20% more PCIe lanes (24 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Core i5-13600K.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (24 MB vs 32 MB).
❌92.3% higher power demand at 125W vs 65W.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 7 PRO 7745.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (34,827 vs 37,655).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 87.1 vs 114.5 PassMark/$ ($400 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 better than Core i5-13600K?

It depends on what matters more to you. For gaming, Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 is ahead with 3.9% higher max boost clock. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, Core i5-13600K pulls ahead with 8.1% better PassMark. Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 also has the bigger cache pool with 33.3% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 24 MB).

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

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i5-13600K is the better fit. You are getting 8.1% better PassMark, backed by 14 cores and 20 threads.

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

Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 is still the faster CPU overall, but Core i5-13600K makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 is 21.6% more expensive on MSRP at $400 MSRP versus $329 MSRP, and it gives you 3.9% higher max boost clock. The trade-off is that Core i5-13600K is still stronger for heavier multi-core work with 8.1% better PassMark. Core i5-13600K is also 31.5% better value on MSRP (114.5 vs 87.1 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper. That said, if you already own a compatible LGA1700 + DDR5 setup, Core i5-13600K can still make sense as a platform-matched option because it avoids a motherboard and RAM swap.

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

Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2023 vs 2022) and 33.3% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 24 MB). That should give you a better long-term upgrade path for motherboard, RAM, and future CPU swaps.

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 i5-13600K Benchmark Check

Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i5-13600K	Ryzen 7 PRO 7745
1080p
low	281 FPS	248 FPS
medium	264 FPS	231 FPS
high	220 FPS	200 FPS
ultra	188 FPS	172 FPS
1440p
low	235 FPS	218 FPS
medium	198 FPS	183 FPS
high	158 FPS	152 FPS
ultra	138 FPS	134 FPS
4K
low	159 FPS	152 FPS
medium	133 FPS	127 FPS
high	102 FPS	99 FPS
ultra	90 FPS	86 FPS

Open Core i5-13600K Open Ryzen 7 PRO 7745

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i5-13600K	Ryzen 7 PRO 7745
1080p
low	632 FPS	616 FPS
medium	533 FPS	516 FPS
high	450 FPS	427 FPS
ultra	416 FPS	386 FPS
1440p
low	540 FPS	525 FPS
medium	474 FPS	461 FPS
high	403 FPS	387 FPS
ultra	351 FPS	331 FPS
4K
low	316 FPS	308 FPS
medium	282 FPS	276 FPS
high	269 FPS	259 FPS
ultra	238 FPS	228 FPS

Open Core i5-13600K Open Ryzen 7 PRO 7745

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i5-13600K	Ryzen 7 PRO 7745
1080p
low	663 FPS	871 FPS
medium	543 FPS	871 FPS
high	477 FPS	871 FPS
ultra	414 FPS	871 FPS
1440p
low	600 FPS	871 FPS
medium	499 FPS	870 FPS
high	434 FPS	788 FPS
ultra	376 FPS	656 FPS
4K
low	441 FPS	581 FPS
medium	381 FPS	499 FPS
high	344 FPS	449 FPS
ultra	295 FPS	379 FPS

Open Core i5-13600K Open Ryzen 7 PRO 7745

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i5-13600K	Ryzen 7 PRO 7745
1080p
low	941 FPS	871 FPS
medium	941 FPS	871 FPS
high	923 FPS	871 FPS
ultra	831 FPS	847 FPS
1440p
low	941 FPS	871 FPS
medium	850 FPS	871 FPS
high	738 FPS	765 FPS
ultra	651 FPS	646 FPS
4K
low	651 FPS	680 FPS
medium	588 FPS	599 FPS
high	529 FPS	530 FPS
ultra	437 FPS	437 FPS

Open Core i5-13600K Open Ryzen 7 PRO 7745

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-13600K and Ryzen 7 PRO 7745

Core i5-13600K

The Core i5-13600K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 37,655 points. Launch price was $319.

Ryzen 7 PRO 7745

The Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 June 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 34,827 points. Launch price was $499.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-13600K packs 14 cores / 20 threads, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Core i5-13600K has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Core i5-13600K versus 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 — a 3.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Core i5-13600K uses the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 uses Raphael (2023−2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-13600K scores 37,655 against the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745's 34,827 — a 7.8% lead for the Core i5-13600K. L3 cache: 24 MB on the Core i5-13600K vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745.

Feature	Core i5-13600K	Ryzen 7 PRO 7745
Cores / Threads	14 / 20+75%	8 / 16
Boost Clock	5.1 GHz	5.3 GHz+4%
Base Clock	3.5 GHz	3.8 GHz+9%
L3 Cache	24 MB	32 MB (total)+33%
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)+100%	1 MB (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm	5 nm-29%
Architecture	Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022)	Raphael (2023−2025)
PassMark	37,655+8%	34,827

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-13600K uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Core i5-13600K versus 5200 on the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 — the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-13600K supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 128 — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i5-13600K) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 PRO 7745) — the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel 600 series,Intel 700 series (Core i5-13600K) and AM5 (Ryzen 7 PRO 7745).

Feature	Core i5-13600K	Ryzen 7 PRO 7745
Socket	LGA1700	AM5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0	PCIe 5.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5600	5200+103900%
Max RAM Capacity	192 GB+157286300%	128
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	20	24+20%

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Advanced Features

Only the Core i5-13600K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13600K) vs AMD-V, IOMMU (Ryzen 7 PRO 7745). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 770 (Core i5-13600K) and AMD Radeon Graphics (Ryzen 7 PRO 7745) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-13600K targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 rivals Core i7-13700.

Feature	Core i5-13600K	Ryzen 7 PRO 7745
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	UHD Graphics 770	AMD Radeon Graphics
Unlocked	Yes	No
AVX-512	No	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	AMD-V, IOMMU
Target Use	Desktop	—

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-13600K launched at $329 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 debuted at $400. On MSRP ($329 vs $400), the Core i5-13600K is $71 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-13600K delivers 114.5 pts/$ vs 87.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 — making the Core i5-13600K the 27.2% better value option.