
Xeon D-1712TR vs Core i5-13600K

Xeon D-1712TR

Core i5-13600K
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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 Xeon D-1712TR is positioned at rank #361 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 Xeon D-1712TR
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13600K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon D-1712TR | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($319) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-D (2022−2023) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon D-1712TR | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($319) |
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.

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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Xeon D-1712TR and Core i5-13600K

Xeon D-1712TR
The Xeon D-1712TR is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Ice Lake-D (2022−2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2227. Thermal design power (TDP): 40 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,155 points. Launch price was $263.

Core i5-13600K
The Core i5-13600K 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 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB. 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: 37,655 points. Launch price was $319.
Processing Power
The Xeon D-1712TR packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i5-13600K offers 14 cores / 20 threads — the Core i5-13600K has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Xeon D-1712TR versus 5.1 GHz on the Core i5-13600K — a 48.8% clock advantage for the Core i5-13600K (base: 2 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Xeon D-1712TR uses the Ice Lake-D (2022−2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i5-13600K uses Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon D-1712TR scores 8,155 against the Core i5-13600K's 37,655 — a 128.8% lead for the Core i5-13600K. L3 cache: 10 MB (total) on the Xeon D-1712TR vs 24 MB on the Core i5-13600K.
| Feature | Xeon D-1712TR | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 14 / 20+250% |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz | 5.1 GHz+65% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 3.5 GHz+75% |
| L3 Cache | 10 MB (total) | 24 MB+140% |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+60% |
| Process | 10 nm | Intel 7 nm-30% |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-D (2022−2023) | Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) |
| PassMark | 8,155 | 37,655+362% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon D-1712TR uses the FCBGA2227 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-13600K uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon D-1712TR | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA2227 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 192 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon D-1712TR) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13600K). The Core i5-13600K includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770), while the Xeon D-1712TR requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-13600K targets Desktop.
| Feature | Xeon D-1712TR | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
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