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Overview

The Core i5-13500HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-HX (2023) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1964. Thermal design power (TDP): + 24 MB. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 27,827 points. Launch price was $326.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i5-13500HX across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i5-13500HX specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-13500HX is a 14-core / 20-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake-HX (2023) architecture, manufactured on a Intel 7 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.7 GHz from a base frequency of 2.5 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 24 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 2 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 27,827, placing it in the High-End performance tier as a Recent generation product.

Specification	Core i5-13500HX
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	14C / 20T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.7 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.5 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Raptor Lake-HX (2023)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	Intel 7 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	24 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	80K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	257 mm2
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	27,827

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-13500HX fits into the FCBGA1964 socket and supports PCIe 5.0. It supports DDR4, DDR5 memory.

Specification	Core i5-13500HX
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Raptor Lake-HX
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1964
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 5.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4, DDR5
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core i5-13500HX has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of + 24 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i5-13500HX
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	+ 24 MB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #491 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i5-13500HX
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$326
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#491
Release DateLaunch date	4 January 2023 (2 years ago)
Release Year	2023
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel