3015Ce vs Core i5-13400F

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GPU

3015Ce

2 Cores4 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.3 GHz2020

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Core i5-13400F

10 Cores16 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2023

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3015Ce vs Core i5-13400F Performance Spectrum

3015Ce

2 / 4

2,099

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core i5-13400F

10 / 16

25,029

+1092.4%

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.

3015Ce vs Core i5-13400F FPS Benchmarks

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3015Ce vs Core i5-13400F: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

3015Ce

2020

Why buy it

✅Costs $46 less on MSRP ($150 MSRP vs $196 MSRP).
✅Draws 1W instead of 65W, a 64W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Radeon Graphics (2-Core), while Core i5-13400F needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core i5-13400F across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (2,099 vs 25,029).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (4 MB vs 20 MB).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 14.0 vs 127.7 PassMark/$ ($150 MSRP vs $196 MSRP).
❌Older platform position on FT5 with DDR4, while Core i5-13400F moves to LGA1700 and DDR5.

Core i5-13400F

2023

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +330.1% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+400% larger total L3 cache (20 MB vs 4 MB).
✅Delivers 812.6% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 127.7 vs 14.0 PassMark/$ ($196 MSRP vs $150 MSRP).
✅Newer platform on LGA1700 with DDR5 support instead of FT5 and DDR4.
✅150% more PCIe lanes (20 vs 8) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

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30.7% HIGHER MSRP
$196 MSRPvs$150 MSRP
❌6400% higher power demand at 65W vs 1W.
❌No integrated graphics, while 3015Ce can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Quick Answers

So, is Core i5-13400F better than 3015Ce?

Yes. Core i5-13400F is the better all-around CPU here. It gives you a 330.1% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data, 1092.4% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which is enough to make it the stronger overall pick.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i5-13400F is the better pick. According to our tests, it delivers 330.1% 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 i5-13400F is the stronger fit. You are getting 1092.4% better PassMark, backed by 10 cores and 16 threads. It also has the larger cache pool with 400% larger total L3 cache (20 MB vs 4 MB).

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

Core i5-13400F is the better buy right now. Core i5-13400F comes in 30.7% more expensive on MSRP at $196 MSRP versus $150 MSRP, and it still gives you a 330.1% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 812.6% better value on MSRP (127.7 vs 14.0 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.

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

Core i5-13400F makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2023 vs 2020), a healthier platform with LGA1700 and DDR5 instead of FT5, 400% larger total L3 cache (20 MB vs 4 MB), and more multi-core headroom with 10 cores / 16 threads instead of 2/4. That gives you a healthier platform runway for motherboard, RAM, and later CPU upgrades.

3015Ce vs Core i5-13400F Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

3015Ce

The 3015Ce is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FT5. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,099 points. Launch price was $50.

Core i5-13400F

The Core i5-13400F 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 10 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 25,029 points. Launch price was $196.

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Processing Power

The 3015Ce packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-13400F offers 10 cores / 16 threads — the Core i5-13400F has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the 3015Ce versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-13400F — a 66.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-13400F (base: 1.2 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The 3015Ce uses the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-13400F uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the 3015Ce scores 2,099 against the Core i5-13400F's 25,029 — a 169.1% lead for the Core i5-13400F. L3 cache: 4 MB on the 3015Ce vs 20 MB (total) on the Core i5-13400F.

Feature	3015Ce	Core i5-13400F
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	10 / 16+400%
Boost Clock	2.3 GHz	4.6 GHz+100%
Base Clock	1.2 GHz	2.5 GHz+108%
L3 Cache	4 MB	20 MB (total)+400%
L2 Cache	1 MB	1.25 MB (per core)+25%
Process	14 nm	Intel 7 nm-50%
Architecture	Pollock (Zen) (2020)	Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024)
PassMark	2,099	25,029+1092%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	16,211
Geekbench 6 Single	—	2,407
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	11,408

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Memory & Platform

The 3015Ce uses the FT5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-13400F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the 3015Ce versus DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-13400F — the Core i5-13400F supports 200% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-13400F supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 1100% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (3015Ce) vs 2 (Core i5-13400F). PCIe lanes: 8 (3015Ce) vs 20 (Core i5-13400F) — the Core i5-13400F offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FP5 (3015Ce) and H610,B660,H670,Z690,B760,H770,Z790 (Core i5-13400F).

Feature	3015Ce	Core i5-13400F
Socket	FT5	LGA1700
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 5.0+67%
Max RAM Speed	1600	DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200+200%
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	192 GB+1100%
RAM Channels	1	2+100%
ECC Support	No	No
PCIe Lanes	8	20+150%

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (3015Ce) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13400F). The 3015Ce includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics (2-Core)), while the Core i5-13400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-13400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: 3015Ce rivals Celeron N4020; Core i5-13400F rivals Ryzen 5 7600.

Feature	3015Ce	Core i5-13400F
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	Radeon Graphics (2-Core)	—
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	true	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	Gaming

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Value Analysis

At launch, the 3015Ce was priced at $150, while the Core i5-13400F came in at $196. On launch pricing ($150 vs $196), 3015Ce was $46 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the 3015Ce delivers 14.0 pts/$ vs 127.7 pts/$ for the Core i5-13400F — making the Core i5-13400F the 160.5% better value option.

Feature	3015Ce	Core i5-13400F
MSRP	$150-23%	$196
Performance per Dollar	14.0	127.7+812%
Release Date	2020	2023

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