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.

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 i7-13700H

2023

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +6.4% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 45W instead of 65W, a 20W reduction.
✅Newer platform on FCBGA1744 with DDR5 support instead of AM4 and DDR4.
✅16.7% more PCIe lanes (28 vs 24) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Iris Xe Graphics (96EU), while Ryzen 7 5800 needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (24 MB vs 32 MB).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 52.1 vs 73.7 PassMark/$ ($502 MSRP vs $349 MSRP).

Ryzen 7 5800

2020

Why buy it

✅+33.3% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 24 MB).
✅Costs $153 less on MSRP ($349 MSRP vs $502 MSRP).
✅Delivers 41.6% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 73.7 vs 52.1 PassMark/$ ($349 MSRP vs $502 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core i7-13700H across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (25,735 vs 26,140).
❌44.4% higher power demand at 65W vs 45W.
❌Older platform position on AM4 with DDR4, while Core i7-13700H moves to FCBGA1744 and DDR5.
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i7-13700H can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Core i7-13700H

2023

Ryzen 7 5800

2020

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +6.4% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 45W instead of 65W, a 20W reduction.
✅Newer platform on FCBGA1744 with DDR5 support instead of AM4 and DDR4.
✅16.7% more PCIe lanes (28 vs 24) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Iris Xe Graphics (96EU), while Ryzen 7 5800 needs a discrete GPU.

Why buy it

✅+33.3% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 24 MB).
✅Costs $153 less on MSRP ($349 MSRP vs $502 MSRP).
✅Delivers 41.6% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 73.7 vs 52.1 PassMark/$ ($349 MSRP vs $502 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (24 MB vs 32 MB).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 52.1 vs 73.7 PassMark/$ ($502 MSRP vs $349 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core i7-13700H across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (25,735 vs 26,140).
❌44.4% higher power demand at 65W vs 45W.
❌Older platform position on AM4 with DDR4, while Core i7-13700H moves to FCBGA1744 and DDR5.
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i7-13700H can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Quick Answers

So, is Core i7-13700H better than Ryzen 7 5800?

Yes. Core i7-13700H is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 6.4% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data, 1.6% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i7-13700H is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 6.4% 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 i7-13700H is the better fit. You are getting 1.6% better PassMark, backed by 14 cores and 20 threads.

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

Core i7-13700H is still the faster CPU overall, but Ryzen 7 5800 makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Core i7-13700H is 43.8% more expensive on MSRP at $502 MSRP versus $349 MSRP, and it gives you a 6.4% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. Ryzen 7 5800 is also 41.6% better value on MSRP (73.7 vs 52.1 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper.

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

Core i7-13700H is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2023 vs 2020), a healthier platform with FCBGA1744 and DDR5 instead of AM4, and more multi-core headroom with 14 cores / 20 threads instead of 8/16. 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 i7-13700H Benchmark Check

Ryzen 7 5800 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i7-13700H	Ryzen 7 5800
1080p
low	301 FPS	166 FPS
medium	277 FPS	136 FPS
high	233 FPS	119 FPS
ultra	198 FPS	96 FPS
1440p
low	243 FPS	145 FPS
medium	199 FPS	116 FPS
high	162 FPS	98 FPS
ultra	141 FPS	79 FPS
4K
low	169 FPS	80 FPS
medium	138 FPS	69 FPS
high	107 FPS	55 FPS
ultra	93 FPS	44 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i7-13700H	Ryzen 7 5800
1080p
low	654 FPS	643 FPS
medium	569 FPS	541 FPS
high	468 FPS	441 FPS
ultra	419 FPS	397 FPS
1440p
low	617 FPS	551 FPS
medium	520 FPS	477 FPS
high	430 FPS	401 FPS
ultra	363 FPS	345 FPS
4K
low	366 FPS	342 FPS
medium	314 FPS	299 FPS
high	291 FPS	273 FPS
ultra	253 FPS	241 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i7-13700H	Ryzen 7 5800
1080p
low	654 FPS	643 FPS
medium	654 FPS	547 FPS
high	654 FPS	497 FPS
ultra	613 FPS	425 FPS
1440p
low	654 FPS	558 FPS
medium	654 FPS	460 FPS
high	588 FPS	419 FPS
ultra	507 FPS	358 FPS
4K
low	595 FPS	405 FPS
medium	494 FPS	325 FPS
high	442 FPS	294 FPS
ultra	374 FPS	231 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i7-13700H	Ryzen 7 5800
1080p
low	654 FPS	643 FPS
medium	654 FPS	643 FPS
high	654 FPS	643 FPS
ultra	654 FPS	643 FPS
1440p
low	654 FPS	643 FPS
medium	654 FPS	643 FPS
high	654 FPS	622 FPS
ultra	597 FPS	536 FPS
4K
low	628 FPS	556 FPS
medium	558 FPS	502 FPS
high	502 FPS	447 FPS
ultra	432 FPS	391 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-13700H and Ryzen 7 5800

Core i7-13700H

The Core i7-13700H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 26,140 points. Launch price was $502.

Ryzen 7 5800

The Ryzen 7 5800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (2020−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 25,735 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-13700H packs 14 cores / 20 threads, while the Ryzen 7 5800 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Core i7-13700H has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Core i7-13700H versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5800 — a 8.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-13700H (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Core i7-13700H uses the Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 7 5800 uses Vermeer (2020−2025) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-13700H scores 26,140 against the Ryzen 7 5800's 25,735 — a 1.6% lead for the Core i7-13700H. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core i7-13700H vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 5800.

Feature	Core i7-13700H	Ryzen 7 5800
Cores / Threads	14 / 20+75%	8 / 16
Boost Clock	5 GHz+9%	4.6 GHz
Base Clock	2.4 GHz	3.4 GHz+42%
L3 Cache	24 MB (total)	32 MB+33%
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)+300%	512K (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm	7 nm, 12 nm
Architecture	Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024)	Vermeer (2020−2025)
PassMark	26,140+2%	25,735
Cinebench R23 Multi	20,101	—
Geekbench 6 Single	2,279	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	13,208	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-13700H uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 7 5800 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Core i7-13700H versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 5800 — the Core i7-13700H supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 5800 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 96 GB — 28.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 28 (Core i7-13700H) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 5800) — the Core i7-13700H offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Core i7-13700H	Ryzen 7 5800
Socket	FCBGA1744	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5200+25%	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	96 GB	128 GB+33%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	No	No
PCIe Lanes	28+17%	24

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Advanced Features

Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the Core i7-13700H supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-13700H) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 5800). The Core i7-13700H includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)), while the Ryzen 7 5800 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 5800 targets OEM Gaming.

Feature	Core i7-13700H	Ryzen 7 5800
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)	—
Unlocked	Yes	Yes
AVX-512	Yes	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	AMD-V
Target Use	—	OEM Gaming

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-13700H launched at $502 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 5800 debuted at $349. On MSRP ($502 vs $349), the Ryzen 7 5800 is $153 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-13700H delivers 52.1 pts/$ vs 73.7 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 5800 — making the Ryzen 7 5800 the 34.4% better value option.