Core Ultra 5 225F vs Core i5-13600
Core Ultra 5 225F
Core i5-13600
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 5 225F
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 5 225F | Core i5-13600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($150) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($255) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Ultra 5 225F | Core i5-13600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+70%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($150) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($255) |
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 Ultra 5 225F and Core i5-13600
Core Ultra 5 225F
The Core Ultra 5 225F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 10 cores and 10 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 31,541 points. Launch price was $231.
Core i5-13600
The Core i5-13600 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 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 31,499 points. Launch price was $255.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 5 225F packs 10 cores / 10 threads, while the Core i5-13600 offers 14 cores / 20 threads — the Core i5-13600 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 225F versus 5 GHz on the Core i5-13600 — a 2% clock advantage for the Core i5-13600 (base: 3.3 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Core Ultra 5 225F uses the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture (3 nm), while the Core i5-13600 uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 5 225F scores 31,541 against the Core i5-13600's 31,499 — a 0.1% lead for the Core Ultra 5 225F. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 17,050 vs 21,000 (20.8% advantage for the Core i5-13600). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,653 vs 1,900, a 33.1% lead for the Core Ultra 5 225F that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 13,028 vs 12,000 (8.2% advantage for the Core Ultra 5 225F). L3 cache: 20 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 5 225F vs 24 MB (total) on the Core i5-13600.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 225F | Core i5-13600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 10 | 14 / 20+40% |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz | 5 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+22% | 2.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 20 MB (total) | 24 MB (total)+20% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (per core)+140% | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | 3 nm-57% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 31,541 | 31,499 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 17,050 | 21,000+23% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,653+40% | 1,900 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 13,028+9% | 12,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 5 225F uses the LGA1851 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i5-13600 uses LGA1700 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-6400 memory speed. The Core Ultra 5 225F 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: 24 (Core Ultra 5 225F) vs 20 (Core i5-13600) — the Core Ultra 5 225F offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z890,B860 (Core Ultra 5 225F) and Z790,B760,Z690,B660 (Core i5-13600).
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 225F | Core i5-13600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1851 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-6400 | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB+33% | 192 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+20% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Core Ultra 5 225F supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core Ultra 5 225F) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-13600). The Core i5-13600 includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 770), while the Core Ultra 5 225F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-13600 targets High-end Productivity Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-13600 rivals Ryzen 7 7700.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 225F | Core i5-13600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | High-end Productivity Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core Ultra 5 225F launched at $231 MSRP, while the Core i5-13600 debuted at $255. At current prices ($150 vs $255), the Core Ultra 5 225F is $105 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core Ultra 5 225F delivers 210.3 pts/$ vs 123.5 pts/$ for the Core i5-13600 — making the Core Ultra 5 225F the 52% better value option.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 225F | Core i5-13600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $231-9% | $255 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150-41% | $255 |
| Performance per Dollar | 210.3+70% | 123.5 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2023 |
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