
Core i7-13705H vs Ryzen Threadripper 2920X

Core i7-13705H

Ryzen Threadripper 2920X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 i7-13705H
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper 2920X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-13705H | Ryzen Threadripper 2920X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($452) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (ZEN+ (2018−2019) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-13705H | Ryzen Threadripper 2920X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($452) |
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 i7-13705H and Ryzen Threadripper 2920X

Core i7-13705H
The Core i7-13705H 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: FCBGA1792. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 24,905 points. Launch price was $502.

Ryzen Threadripper 2920X
The Ryzen Threadripper 2920X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 3 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the ZEN+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: SP3r2. Thermal design power (TDP): 180 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Quad-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 25,148 points. Launch price was $649.
Processing Power
The Core i7-13705H packs 14 cores / 20 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper 2920X offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Core i7-13705H has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Core i7-13705H versus 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 2920X — a 15.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-13705H (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i7-13705H uses the Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper 2920X uses ZEN+ (2018−2019) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-13705H scores 24,905 against the Ryzen Threadripper 2920X's 25,148 — a 1% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper 2920X. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core i7-13705H vs 32 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper 2920X.
| Feature | Core i7-13705H | Ryzen Threadripper 2920X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 14 / 20+17% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 5 GHz+16% | 4.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz+46% |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total) | 32 MB+33% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+300% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-42% | 12 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) | ZEN+ (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 24,905 | 25,148 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-13705H uses the FCBGA1792 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper 2920X uses SP3r2 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-13705H | Ryzen Threadripper 2920X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1792 | SP3r2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
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