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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 i7-13700K

2022

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +23.5% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+87.5% larger total L3 cache (30 MB vs 16 MB).
✅25% more PCIe lanes (20 vs 16) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Launch MSRP is still $409 MSRP, while Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌346.4% higher power demand at 125W vs 28W.

Ryzen AI 9 HX 375

2024

Why buy it

✅Draws 28W instead of 125W, a 97W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core i7-13700K across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Cinebench R23 multi-core (22,246 vs 31,000).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (16 MB vs 30 MB).

Core i7-13700K

2022

Ryzen AI 9 HX 375

2024

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +23.5% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+87.5% larger total L3 cache (30 MB vs 16 MB).
✅25% more PCIe lanes (20 vs 16) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Why buy it

✅Draws 28W instead of 125W, a 97W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Launch MSRP is still $409 MSRP, while Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌346.4% higher power demand at 125W vs 28W.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core i7-13700K across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Cinebench R23 multi-core (22,246 vs 31,000).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (16 MB vs 30 MB).

Quick Answers

So, is Core i7-13700K better than Ryzen AI 9 HX 375?

Yes. Core i7-13700K is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 23.5% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data, 39.4% better Cinebench R23 multi-core, and 32.4% higher PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i7-13700K is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 23.5% 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 i7-13700K is the better fit. You are getting 39.4% better Cinebench R23 multi-core, backed by 16 cores and 24 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 87.5% larger total L3 cache (30 MB vs 16 MB).

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

Core i7-13700K is the smarter buy today. Core i7-13700K is at an unclear MSRP at $409 MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it gives you a 23.5% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (111.9 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.

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

Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2024 vs 2022). 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 i7-13700K Benchmark Check

Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i7-13700K	Ryzen AI 9 HX 375
1080p
low	284 FPS	245 FPS
medium	268 FPS	230 FPS
high	223 FPS	192 FPS
ultra	190 FPS	165 FPS
1440p
low	238 FPS	216 FPS
medium	200 FPS	184 FPS
high	159 FPS	148 FPS
ultra	139 FPS	130 FPS
4K
low	159 FPS	150 FPS
medium	134 FPS	128 FPS
high	103 FPS	98 FPS
ultra	90 FPS	86 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i7-13700K	Ryzen AI 9 HX 375
1080p
low	689 FPS	262 FPS
medium	580 FPS	220 FPS
high	484 FPS	194 FPS
ultra	439 FPS	173 FPS
1440p
low	595 FPS	232 FPS
medium	525 FPS	203 FPS
high	441 FPS	178 FPS
ultra	378 FPS	151 FPS
4K
low	348 FPS	154 FPS
medium	314 FPS	140 FPS
high	295 FPS	135 FPS
ultra	261 FPS	115 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i7-13700K	Ryzen AI 9 HX 375
1080p
low	648 FPS	738 FPS
medium	530 FPS	587 FPS
high	467 FPS	508 FPS
ultra	405 FPS	429 FPS
1440p
low	591 FPS	661 FPS
medium	491 FPS	533 FPS
high	427 FPS	455 FPS
ultra	371 FPS	388 FPS
4K
low	434 FPS	482 FPS
medium	374 FPS	403 FPS
high	339 FPS	359 FPS
ultra	290 FPS	301 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i7-13700K	Ryzen AI 9 HX 375
1080p
low	970 FPS	865 FPS
medium	883 FPS	809 FPS
high	766 FPS	694 FPS
ultra	689 FPS	625 FPS
1440p
low	829 FPS	757 FPS
medium	740 FPS	680 FPS
high	642 FPS	583 FPS
ultra	566 FPS	515 FPS
4K
low	567 FPS	518 FPS
medium	515 FPS	473 FPS
high	463 FPS	420 FPS
ultra	404 FPS	369 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-13700K and Ryzen AI 9 HX 375

Core i7-13700K

The Core i7-13700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 45,784 points. Launch price was $409.

Ryzen AI 9 HX 375

The Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Julho 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Strix Point-HX (Zen 5) (2024) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. 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: 34,585 points. Launch price was $499.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-13700K packs 16 cores / 24 threads, while the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Core i7-13700K has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Core i7-13700K versus 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 — a 5.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-13700K (base: 3.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core i7-13700K uses the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 uses Strix Point-HX (Zen 5) (2024) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-13700K scores 45,784 against the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375's 34,585 — a 27.9% lead for the Core i7-13700K. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 31,000 vs 22,246 (32.9% advantage for the Core i7-13700K). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,846 vs 2,865, a 0.7% lead for the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 18,980 vs 15,100 (22.8% advantage for the Core i7-13700K). L3 cache: 30 MB (total) on the Core i7-13700K vs 16 MB on the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375.

Feature	Core i7-13700K	Ryzen AI 9 HX 375
Cores / Threads	16 / 24+33%	12 / 24
Boost Clock	5.4 GHz+6%	5.1 GHz
Base Clock	3.4 GHz+70%	2 GHz
L3 Cache	30 MB (total)+88%	16 MB
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)+100%	1 MB (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm	4 nm-43%
Architecture	Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022)	Strix Point-HX (Zen 5) (2024)
PassMark	45,784+32%	34,585
Cinebench R23 Multi	31,000+39%	22,246
Geekbench 6 Single	2,846	2,865
Geekbench 6 Multi	18,980+26%	15,100

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-13700K uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 uses FP8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5600 memory speed. The Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 192 GB — 28.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i7-13700K) vs 16 (Ryzen AI 9 HX 375) — the Core i7-13700K offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel Z790,Intel H770,Intel B760,Intel Z690,Intel H670,Intel B660,Intel H610 (Core i7-13700K) and SoC (Ryzen AI 9 HX 375).

Feature	Core i7-13700K	Ryzen AI 9 HX 375
Socket	LGA1700	FP8
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5600	LPDDR5x-8000, DDR5-5600
Max RAM Capacity	192 GB	256 GB+33%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	Yes	No
PCIe Lanes	20+25%	16

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Advanced Features

Only the Core i7-13700K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (Core i7-13700K) vs AMD-V, AMD-Vi (Ryzen AI 9 HX 375). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 770 (Core i7-13700K) and Radeon 890M (Ryzen AI 9 HX 375) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 targets AI-Notebook. Direct competitor: Core i7-13700K rivals Ryzen 9 7900X; Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 rivals Ryzen AI 9 HX 370.

Feature	Core i7-13700K	Ryzen AI 9 HX 375
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	Intel UHD Graphics 770	Radeon 890M
Unlocked	Yes	No
AVX-512	No	Yes
Virtualization	true	AMD-V, AMD-Vi
Target Use	—	AI-Notebook

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-13700K launched at $409 MSRP, while the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 debuted at $0. On MSRP ($409 vs $0), the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is $409 cheaper.