Pentium M 760 vs Core i7-13700K
Pentium M 760
Core i7-13700K
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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Pentium M 760 is positioned at rank #636 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pentium M 760
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-13700K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pentium M 760 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Dothan (2004−2005) / 90 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pentium M 760 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) |
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 Pentium M 760 and Core i7-13700K
Pentium M 760
The Pentium M 760 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: PGA478. Thermal design power (TDP): 27 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 515 points. Launch price was $69.
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.
Processing Power
The Pentium M 760 packs 1 cores / 1 threads, while the Core i7-13700K offers 16 cores / 24 threads — the Core i7-13700K has 15 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Pentium M 760 versus 5.4 GHz on the Core i7-13700K — a 91.9% clock advantage for the Core i7-13700K (base: 2 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Pentium M 760 uses the Dothan (2004−2005) architecture (90 nm), while the Core i7-13700K uses Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Pentium M 760 scores 515 against the Core i7-13700K's 45,784 — a 195.6% lead for the Core i7-13700K. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 240 vs 2,846, a 168.9% lead for the Core i7-13700K that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Pentium M 760 vs 30 MB (total) on the Core i7-13700K.
| Feature | Pentium M 760 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 1 / 1 | 16 / 24+1500% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 5.4 GHz+170% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 3.4 GHz+70% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 30 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 90 nm | Intel 7 nm-92% |
| Architecture | Dothan (2004−2005) | Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) |
| PassMark | 515 | 45,784+8790% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 31,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 240 | 2,846+1086% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 18,980 |
Memory & Platform
The Pentium M 760 uses the PGA478 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Core i7-13700K uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-533 on the Pentium M 760 versus DDR5-5600 on the Core i7-13700K — the Core i7-13700K supports 85.7% 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 2 GB — 195.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Pentium M 760) vs 20 (Core i7-13700K) — the Core i7-13700K offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: 915GM,915PM (Pentium M 760) and Intel Z790,Intel H770,Intel B760,Intel Z690,Intel H670,Intel B660,Intel H610 (Core i7-13700K).
| Feature | Pentium M 760 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA478 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 5.0+355% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-533 | DDR5-5600+150% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2 GB | 192 GB+9500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i7-13700K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization: not specified (Pentium M 760) / true (Core i7-13700K). The Core i7-13700K includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 770), while the Pentium M 760 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Pentium M 760 targets Mobile. Direct competitor: Pentium M 760 rivals Pentium M 750; Core i7-13700K rivals Ryzen 9 7900X.
| Feature | Pentium M 760 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | — | true |
| Target Use | Mobile | — |
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