Core i5-13400F vs C-30
Core i5-13400F
C-30
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13400F
Performance Per Dollar C-30
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-13400F | C-30 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ontario (2011−2012) / 40 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-13400F | C-30 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+938%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
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 i5-13400F and C-30
Core i5-13400F
The Core i5-13400F 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 10 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 20 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, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 25,029 points. Launch price was $196.
C-30
The C-30 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Ontario (2011−2012) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 40 nm process technology. Socket: FT1. Thermal design power (TDP): 512 kB. Memory support: DDR3 Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 201 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i5-13400F packs 10 cores / 16 threads, while the C-30 offers 1 cores / 1 threads — the Core i5-13400F has 9 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-13400F versus 1.2 GHz on the C-30 — a 117.2% clock advantage for the Core i5-13400F. The Core i5-13400F uses the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the C-30 uses Ontario (2011−2012) (40 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-13400F scores 25,029 against the C-30's 201 — a 196.8% lead for the Core i5-13400F. L3 cache: 20 MB (total) on the Core i5-13400F vs 0 kB on the C-30.
| Feature | Core i5-13400F | C-30 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 16+900% | 1 / 1 |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+283% | 1.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 20 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% | 512 kB |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-83% | 40 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) | Ontario (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 25,029+12352% | 201 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 16,211 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,407 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 11,408 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-13400F uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the C-30 uses FT1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-13400F versus DDR3-1066 on the C-30 — the Core i5-13400F supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-13400F supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 4 GB — 191.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i5-13400F) vs 1 (C-30). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i5-13400F) vs 4 (C-30) — the Core i5-13400F offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H610,B660,H670,Z690,B760,H770,Z790 (Core i5-13400F) and AMD BGA413 (C-30).
| Feature | Core i5-13400F | C-30 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | FT1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+150% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200+67% | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB+4700% | 4 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+400% | 4 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13400F) / not specified (C-30). The C-30 includes integrated graphics (Radeon HD 6250), while the Core i5-13400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-13400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-13400F rivals Ryzen 5 7600.
| Feature | Core i5-13400F | C-30 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon HD 6250 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Gaming | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-13400F launched at $196 MSRP, while the C-30 debuted at $50. At current prices ($180 vs $15), the C-30 is $165 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-13400F delivers 139.1 pts/$ vs 13.4 pts/$ for the C-30 — making the Core i5-13400F the 164.8% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-13400F | C-30 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $196 | $50-74% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180 | $15-92% |
| Performance per Dollar | 139.1+938% | 13.4 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2011 |
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