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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 i7-13700K

2022

Why buy it

✅Costs $191 less on MSRP ($409 MSRP vs $600 MSRP).
✅Delivers 55.6% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 111.9 vs 72.0 PassMark/$ ($409 MSRP vs $600 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (30 MB vs 64 MB).
❌127.3% higher power demand at 125W vs 55W.

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

2025

Why buy it

✅+113.3% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 30 MB).
✅Draws 55W instead of 125W, a 70W reduction.
✅40% more PCIe lanes (28 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (43,174 vs 45,784).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 72.0 vs 111.9 PassMark/$ ($600 MSRP vs $409 MSRP).

Core i7-13700K

2022

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

2025

Why buy it

✅Costs $191 less on MSRP ($409 MSRP vs $600 MSRP).
✅Delivers 55.6% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 111.9 vs 72.0 PassMark/$ ($409 MSRP vs $600 MSRP).

Why buy it

✅+113.3% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 30 MB).
✅Draws 55W instead of 125W, a 70W reduction.
✅40% more PCIe lanes (28 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (30 MB vs 64 MB).
❌127.3% higher power demand at 125W vs 55W.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (43,174 vs 45,784).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 72.0 vs 111.9 PassMark/$ ($600 MSRP vs $409 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is Core i7-13700K better than Ryzen AI Max PRO 390?

Yes. Core i7-13700K is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 0.4% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data and 6% better PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i7-13700K is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 0.4% more average FPS across 50 shared CPU game tests.

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

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i7-13700K is the better fit. You are getting 6% better PassMark, backed by 16 cores and 24 threads.

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

Core i7-13700K is the smarter buy today. Core i7-13700K is $191 cheaper on MSRP at $409 MSRP versus $600 MSRP, and it gives you a 0.4% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 55.6% better value on MSRP (111.9 vs 72.0 PassMark/$), 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?

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2025 vs 2022) and 113.3% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 30 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 i7-13700K Benchmark Check

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i7-13700K	Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
1080p
low	284 FPS	286 FPS
medium	268 FPS	253 FPS
high	223 FPS	213 FPS
ultra	190 FPS	185 FPS
1440p
low	238 FPS	266 FPS
medium	200 FPS	211 FPS
high	159 FPS	165 FPS
ultra	139 FPS	147 FPS
4K
low	159 FPS	184 FPS
medium	134 FPS	147 FPS
high	103 FPS	108 FPS
ultra	90 FPS	97 FPS

Open Core i7-13700K Open Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i7-13700K	Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
1080p
low	689 FPS	778 FPS
medium	580 FPS	656 FPS
high	484 FPS	517 FPS
ultra	439 FPS	459 FPS
1440p
low	595 FPS	654 FPS
medium	525 FPS	572 FPS
high	441 FPS	463 FPS
ultra	378 FPS	378 FPS
4K
low	348 FPS	368 FPS
medium	314 FPS	326 FPS
high	295 FPS	300 FPS
ultra	261 FPS	264 FPS

Open Core i7-13700K Open Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i7-13700K	Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
1080p
low	648 FPS	1021 FPS
medium	530 FPS	783 FPS
high	467 FPS	685 FPS
ultra	405 FPS	580 FPS
1440p
low	591 FPS	818 FPS
medium	491 FPS	635 FPS
high	427 FPS	551 FPS
ultra	371 FPS	469 FPS
4K
low	434 FPS	565 FPS
medium	374 FPS	460 FPS
high	339 FPS	409 FPS
ultra	290 FPS	342 FPS

Open Core i7-13700K Open Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i7-13700K	Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
1080p
low	970 FPS	1079 FPS
medium	883 FPS	1015 FPS
high	766 FPS	912 FPS
ultra	689 FPS	811 FPS
1440p
low	829 FPS	895 FPS
medium	740 FPS	788 FPS
high	642 FPS	689 FPS
ultra	566 FPS	605 FPS
4K
low	567 FPS	658 FPS
medium	515 FPS	582 FPS
high	463 FPS	514 FPS
ultra	404 FPS	437 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-13700K and Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

Core i7-13700K

The Core i7-13700K 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 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 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): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 45,784 points. Launch price was $409.

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

The Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Strix Halo (2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP11. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 43,174 points. Launch price was $499.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-13700K packs 16 cores / 24 threads, while the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Core i7-13700K has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Core i7-13700K versus 5 GHz on the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 — a 7.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-13700K (base: 3.4 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i7-13700K uses the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 uses Strix Halo (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-13700K scores 45,784 against the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390's 43,174 — a 5.9% lead for the Core i7-13700K. L3 cache: 30 MB (total) on the Core i7-13700K vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390.

Feature	Core i7-13700K	Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
Cores / Threads	16 / 24+33%	12 / 24
Boost Clock	5.4 GHz+8%	5 GHz
Base Clock	3.4 GHz+6%	3.2 GHz
L3 Cache	30 MB (total)	64 MB (total)+113%
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)+100%	1 MB (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm	4 nm-43%
Architecture	Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022)	Strix Halo (2025)
PassMark	45,784+6%	43,174
Cinebench R23 Multi	31,000	—
Geekbench 6 Single	2,846	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	18,980	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-13700K uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 uses FP11 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Core i7-13700K versus 8000 on the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 — the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 supports 199.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-13700K supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 128 — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-13700K) vs 4 (Ryzen AI Max PRO 390). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i7-13700K) vs 28 (Ryzen AI Max PRO 390) — the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel Z790,Intel H770,Intel B760,Intel Z690,Intel H670,Intel B660,Intel H610 (Core i7-13700K) and Strix Halo (Ryzen AI Max PRO 390).

Feature	Core i7-13700K	Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
Socket	LGA1700	FP11
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5600	8000+159900%
Max RAM Capacity	192 GB+157286300%	128
RAM Channels	2	4+100%
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	20	28+40%

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Advanced Features

Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (Core i7-13700K) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen AI Max PRO 390). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 770 (Core i7-13700K) and AMD Radeon 8050S (Ryzen AI Max PRO 390) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i7-13700K rivals Ryzen 9 7900X; Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 rivals Apple M4 Max.

Feature	Core i7-13700K	Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	Intel UHD Graphics 770	AMD Radeon 8050S
Unlocked	Yes	Yes
AVX-512	No	Yes
Virtualization	true	VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-13700K launched at $409 MSRP, while the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 debuted at $600. On MSRP ($409 vs $600), the Core i7-13700K is $191 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-13700K delivers 111.9 pts/$ vs 72.0 pts/$ for the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 — making the Core i7-13700K the 43.5% better value option.