Core i7-11700 vs Core i9-13900TE
Core i7-11700
Core i9-13900TE
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.
Value Upgrade Path
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Performance Per Dollar Core i7-11700
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-13900TE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-11700 | Core i9-13900TE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($274) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($554) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Rocket Lake (2021) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-11700 | Core i9-13900TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+102%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($274) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($554) |
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 i7-11700 and Core i9-13900TE
Core i7-11700
The Core i7-11700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Rocket Lake (2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 20,625 points. Launch price was $299.
Core i9-13900TE
The Core i9-13900TE 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 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 20,602 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Core i7-11700 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i9-13900TE offers 24 cores / 32 threads — the Core i9-13900TE has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Core i7-11700 versus 5 GHz on the Core i9-13900TE — a 2% clock advantage for the Core i9-13900TE (base: 2.5 GHz vs 1 GHz). The Core i7-11700 uses the Rocket Lake (2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i9-13900TE uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-11700 scores 20,625 against the Core i9-13900TE's 20,602 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i7-11700. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Core i7-11700 vs 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-13900TE.
| Feature | Core i7-11700 | Core i9-13900TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 24 / 32+200% |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz | 5 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz+150% | 1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) | 36 MB (total)+125% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+700% |
| Process | 14 nm | 10 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Rocket Lake (2021) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 20,625 | 20,602 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-11700 uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i9-13900TE uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Core i7-11700 versus DDR5-5600 on the Core i9-13900TE — the Core i9-13900TE supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 128 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 20 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: LGA1200 (Core i7-11700) and LGA1700 (Core i9-13900TE).
| Feature | Core i7-11700 | Core i9-13900TE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-5600+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 20 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 750 (Core i7-11700) and UHD Graphics 770 (Core i9-13900TE) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-11700 targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i7-11700 rivals Ryzen 7 5800X.
| Feature | Core i7-11700 | Core i9-13900TE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 750 | UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Gaming | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-11700 launched at $323 MSRP, while the Core i9-13900TE debuted at $554. At current prices ($274 vs $554), the Core i7-11700 is $280 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-11700 delivers 75.3 pts/$ vs 37.2 pts/$ for the Core i9-13900TE — making the Core i7-11700 the 67.7% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-11700 | Core i9-13900TE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $323-42% | $554 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $274-51% | $554 |
| Performance per Dollar | 75.3+102% | 37.2 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2023 |
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