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Overview

The Core i7-13800H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 26,349 points. Launch price was $457.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i7-13800H across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i7-13800H specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-13800H is a 14-core / 20-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) architecture, manufactured on a Intel 7 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 5.2 GHz from a base frequency of 2.5 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 24 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 2 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 26,349, placing it in the High-End performance tier as a Recent generation product.

Specification	Core i7-13800H
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	14C / 20T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	5.2 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.5 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	Intel 7 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	24 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	80K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	257 mm2
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	26,349

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-13800H fits into the FCBGA1744 socket and supports PCIe 5.0. It supports DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267 memory.

Specification	Core i7-13800H
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Raptor Lake-H
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1744
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 5.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core i7-13800H has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 45 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i7-13800H
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	45 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #533 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i7-13800H
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$457
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#533
Release DateLaunch date	4 January 2023 (2 years ago)
Release Year	2023
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

8 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Raptor Lake-H
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$457
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	4 January 2023 (2 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024)
Performance Ranking Position	533

Technical Specifications

15 specs

Cores	14
Threads	20
Die Size	257 mm2
L1 Cache	80K (per core)
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)
L3 Cache	24 MB (total)
Max Frequency	5.2 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.5 GHz
Efficiency Cores	8
Performance Cores	6
Process Technology	Intel 7 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	+
Max Case Temperature (TCase)	72 °C