CPU
GPU
Core i5-13400T
Ryzen 5 230
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13400T
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 230
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-13400T | Ryzen 5 230 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($190) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Hawk Point (2024−2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-13400T | Ryzen 5 230 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($190) |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-13400T and Ryzen 5 230
Core i5-13400T
The Core i5-13400T 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 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 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): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 20,265 points. Launch price was $221.
Ryzen 5 230
The Ryzen 5 230 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Hawk Point (2024−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 20,186 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Core i5-13400T packs 10 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 5 230 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i5-13400T has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-13400T versus 4.9 GHz on the Ryzen 5 230 — a 10.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 230 (base: 1.3 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i5-13400T uses the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 5 230 uses Hawk Point (2024−2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-13400T scores 20,265 against the Ryzen 5 230's 20,186 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i5-13400T. L3 cache: 20 MB (total) on the Core i5-13400T vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 230.
| Feature | Core i5-13400T | Ryzen 5 230 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 16+67% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.9 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 1.3 GHz | 3.5 GHz+169% |
| L3 Cache | 20 MB (total)+25% | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core)+25% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) | Hawk Point (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 20,265 | 20,186 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 16,094 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,364 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 11,135 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-13400T uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 5 230 uses FP8 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-13400T | Ryzen 5 230 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | FP8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13400T) / not specified (Ryzen 5 230). The Core i5-13400T includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 730), while the Ryzen 5 230 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-13400T targets Energy Efficient Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-13400T rivals Ryzen 5 7600.
| Feature | Core i5-13400T | Ryzen 5 230 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 730 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Energy Efficient Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-13400T launched at $221 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 230 debuted at $200. At current prices ($200 vs $190), the Ryzen 5 230 is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-13400T delivers 101.3 pts/$ vs 106.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 230 — making the Ryzen 5 230 the 4.7% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-13400T | Ryzen 5 230 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $221 | $200-10% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $190-5% |
| Performance per Dollar | 101.3 | 106.2+5% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2025 |
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