Core i7-13700K vs A6-8500P
Core i7-13700K
A6-8500P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i7-13700K
Performance Per Dollar A6-8500P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-13700K | A6-8500P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) | ✅ More affordable ($16) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) / Intel 7 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-13700K | A6-8500P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+27%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) | ✅ More affordable ($16) |
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 i7-13700K and A6-8500P
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.
A6-8500P
The A6-8500P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L2 cache: 1024 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 1,445 points. Launch price was $70.
Processing Power
The Core i7-13700K packs 16 cores / 24 threads, while the A6-8500P offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Core i7-13700K has 14 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Core i7-13700K versus 3 GHz on the A6-8500P — a 57.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-13700K (base: 3.4 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Core i7-13700K uses the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the A6-8500P uses Carrizo (2015−2018) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-13700K scores 45,784 against the A6-8500P's 1,445 — a 187.8% lead for the Core i7-13700K.
| Feature | Core i7-13700K | A6-8500P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 24+700% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+80% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+112% | 1.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1024 kB |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-75% | 28 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) | Carrizo (2015−2018) |
| PassMark | 45,784+3068% | 1,445 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 31,000 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,846 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 18,980 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-13700K uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the A6-8500P uses FP4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Core i7-13700K versus 1600 on the A6-8500P — the A6-8500P supports 198.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-13700K supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 16 — 169.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i7-13700K) vs 16 (A6-8500P) — 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 FP4 (A6-8500P).
| Feature | Core i7-13700K | A6-8500P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | FP4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5600 | 1600+31900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB+1258291100% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+25% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i7-13700K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support true virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 770 (Core i7-13700K) and Radeon R5 Graphics (A6-8500P) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i7-13700K rivals Ryzen 9 7900X; A6-8500P rivals Pentium 3825U.
| Feature | Core i7-13700K | A6-8500P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Radeon R5 Graphics |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | true |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-13700K launched at $409 MSRP, while the A6-8500P debuted at $100. At current prices ($400 vs $16), the A6-8500P is $384 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-13700K delivers 114.5 pts/$ vs 90.3 pts/$ for the A6-8500P — making the Core i7-13700K the 23.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-13700K | A6-8500P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $409 | $100-76% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $400 | $16-96% |
| Performance per Dollar | 114.5+27% | 90.3 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2015 |
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