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

✅Costs $3,293 less on MSRP ($329 MSRP vs $3,622 MSRP).
✅Delivers 989.2% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 114.5 vs 10.5 PassMark/$ ($329 MSRP vs $3,622 MSRP).
✅Draws 125W instead of 210W, a 85W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with UHD Graphics 770, while Xeon 6724P needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Xeon 6724P across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (37,655 vs 38,061).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (24 MB vs 72 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than Xeon 6724P, which brings 16 cores / 32 threads and 88 PCIe lanes.

Xeon 6724P

2025

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +14.0% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+200% larger total L3 cache (72 MB vs 24 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 16 cores / 32 threads, plus 88 PCIe lanes vs 20.
✅340% more PCIe lanes (88 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 10.5 vs 114.5 PassMark/$ ($3,622 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).
❌68% higher power demand at 210W vs 125W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i5-13600K can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Core i5-13600K

2022

Xeon 6724P

2025

Why buy it

✅Costs $3,293 less on MSRP ($329 MSRP vs $3,622 MSRP).
✅Delivers 989.2% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 114.5 vs 10.5 PassMark/$ ($329 MSRP vs $3,622 MSRP).
✅Draws 125W instead of 210W, a 85W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with UHD Graphics 770, while Xeon 6724P needs a discrete GPU.

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +14.0% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+200% larger total L3 cache (72 MB vs 24 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 16 cores / 32 threads, plus 88 PCIe lanes vs 20.
✅340% more PCIe lanes (88 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Xeon 6724P across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (37,655 vs 38,061).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (24 MB vs 72 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than Xeon 6724P, which brings 16 cores / 32 threads and 88 PCIe lanes.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 10.5 vs 114.5 PassMark/$ ($3,622 MSRP vs $329 MSRP).
❌68% higher power demand at 210W vs 125W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i5-13600K can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Quick Answers

So, is Xeon 6724P better than Core i5-13600K?

Not in a simple one-size-fits-all way. Xeon 6724P makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while Core i5-13600K 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, Xeon 6724P is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 14.0% more average FPS across 4 shared CPU game tests.

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

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Xeon 6724P is the better fit. You are getting 1.1% better PassMark, backed by 16 cores and 32 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 200% larger total L3 cache (72 MB vs 24 MB).

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

Xeon 6724P is still the faster CPU overall, but Core i5-13600K makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Xeon 6724P is 1000.9% more expensive on MSRP at $3,622 MSRP versus $329 MSRP, and it gives you a 14.0% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. Core i5-13600K is also 989.2% better value on MSRP (114.5 vs 10.5 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper.

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

Xeon 6724P is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2025 vs 2022), 200% larger total L3 cache (72 MB vs 24 MB), more multi-core headroom with 16 cores / 32 threads instead of 14/20, and AVX-512 support for heavier modern compute workloads. 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

Xeon 6724P Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i5-13600K	Xeon 6724P
1080p
low	281 FPS	198 FPS
medium	264 FPS	155 FPS
high	220 FPS	125 FPS
ultra	188 FPS	100 FPS
1440p
low	235 FPS	164 FPS
medium	198 FPS	125 FPS
high	158 FPS	99 FPS
ultra	138 FPS	81 FPS
4K
low	159 FPS	85 FPS
medium	133 FPS	70 FPS
high	102 FPS	55 FPS
ultra	90 FPS	45 FPS

Open Core i5-13600K Open Xeon 6724P

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i5-13600K	Xeon 6724P
1080p
low	632 FPS	567 FPS
medium	533 FPS	490 FPS
high	450 FPS	397 FPS
ultra	416 FPS	353 FPS
1440p
low	540 FPS	487 FPS
medium	474 FPS	428 FPS
high	403 FPS	359 FPS
ultra	351 FPS	299 FPS
4K
low	316 FPS	305 FPS
medium	282 FPS	271 FPS
high	269 FPS	245 FPS
ultra	238 FPS	220 FPS

Open Core i5-13600K Open Xeon 6724P

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i5-13600K	Xeon 6724P
1080p
low	663 FPS	952 FPS
medium	543 FPS	952 FPS
high	477 FPS	921 FPS
ultra	414 FPS	834 FPS
1440p
low	600 FPS	866 FPS
medium	499 FPS	761 FPS
high	434 FPS	703 FPS
ultra	376 FPS	632 FPS
4K
low	441 FPS	546 FPS
medium	381 FPS	445 FPS
high	344 FPS	392 FPS
ultra	295 FPS	322 FPS

Open Core i5-13600K Open Xeon 6724P

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i5-13600K	Xeon 6724P
1080p
low	941 FPS	952 FPS
medium	941 FPS	952 FPS
high	923 FPS	952 FPS
ultra	831 FPS	821 FPS
1440p
low	941 FPS	952 FPS
medium	850 FPS	868 FPS
high	738 FPS	732 FPS
ultra	651 FPS	626 FPS
4K
low	651 FPS	717 FPS
medium	588 FPS	631 FPS
high	529 FPS	543 FPS
ultra	437 FPS	437 FPS

Open Core i5-13600K Open Xeon 6724P

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-13600K and Xeon 6724P

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.

Xeon 6724P

The Xeon 6724P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 72 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 210 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 38,061 points. Launch price was $3,622.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-13600K packs 14 cores / 20 threads, while the Xeon 6724P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon 6724P has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Core i5-13600K versus 4.3 GHz on the Xeon 6724P — a 17% clock advantage for the Core i5-13600K (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i5-13600K uses the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Xeon 6724P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-13600K scores 37,655 against the Xeon 6724P's 38,061 — a 1.1% lead for the Xeon 6724P. L3 cache: 24 MB on the Core i5-13600K vs 72 MB (total) on the Xeon 6724P.

Feature	Core i5-13600K	Xeon 6724P
Cores / Threads	14 / 20	16 / 32+14%
Boost Clock	5.1 GHz+19%	4.3 GHz
Base Clock	3.5 GHz	3.6 GHz+3%
L3 Cache	24 MB	72 MB (total)+200%
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)	2 MB (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm	Intel 3 nm-57%
Architecture	Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022)	Granite Rapids (2024−2025)
PassMark	37,655	38,061+1%
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,800
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	25,000

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-13600K uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon 6724P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5600 memory speed. The Xeon 6724P supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 192 GB — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i5-13600K) vs 8 (Xeon 6724P). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i5-13600K) vs 88 (Xeon 6724P) — the Xeon 6724P offers 68 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel 600 series,Intel 700 series (Core i5-13600K) and C741 (Xeon 6724P).

Feature	Core i5-13600K	Xeon 6724P
Socket	LGA1700	LGA4710
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5600	DDR5-6400
Max RAM Capacity	192 GB	4096 GB+2033%
RAM Channels	2	8+300%
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	20	88+340%

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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 Xeon 6724P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core i5-13600K includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770), while the Xeon 6724P requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-13600K targets Desktop, Xeon 6724P targets Server. Direct competitor: Xeon 6724P rivals EPYC 9554.

Feature	Core i5-13600K	Xeon 6724P
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	UHD Graphics 770	None
Unlocked	Yes	No
AVX-512	No	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	Desktop	Server

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-13600K launched at $329 MSRP, while the Xeon 6724P debuted at $3622. On MSRP ($329 vs $3622), the Core i5-13600K is $3293 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-13600K delivers 114.5 pts/$ vs 10.5 pts/$ for the Xeon 6724P — making the Core i5-13600K the 166.4% better value option.