Intel Core i5-13600K

Name: Intel Core i5-13600K
Brand: Intel
SKU: B0BCDR9M33

Intel Core i5‑13600K (13th‑gen Raptor Lake) launched Oct 20, 2022; 14 cores with UHD 770 on LGA1700; a mainstream pick for 1080p/1440p gaming and mixed workloads.

Performance More powerful than 83% of CPUs

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Cores14

Threads20

Base clock3.50 GHz

Boost clock5.10 GHz

SocketFCLGA1700

MemoryDDR4

TDP125 W

Cache24 MB

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Product overview

Launched on October 20, 2022, the Core i5-13600K is a 13th‑gen (Raptor Lake) Intel desktop CPU with 14 cores (6P+8E) and 20 threads, 3.5 GHz P-core base and up to 5.1 GHz boost. It drops into LGA1700 boards and works with 600- and 700‑series chipsets, with Intel UHD Graphics 770 integrated. Positioned as a mainstream i5, it targets the sweet spot for gamers and creators who want strong single‑threaded speed plus efficient background multitasking. It’s well‑suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, streaming, video editing, and everyday productivity. Note: Intel ended shipments of the boxed 13600K in June 2024; ARK still lists the processor as launched (tray/OEM status may vary).

TiermainstreamReleased2022-10-20

Best for

1080p gaming
1440p gaming
streaming
video editing
office/productivity

Official product specifications

Product highlights

13th Gen Intel Core processors offer revolutionary design for beyond real-world performance. From extreme multitasking, immersive streaming, and faster creating, do what you do
14 cores (6 P-cores plus 8 E-cores) and 20 threads
Up to 5.1 GHz unlocked. 24M Cache
Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770 included
Compatible with Intel 600 series (might need BIOS update) and 700 series chipset-based motherboards
Performance hybrid architecture integrates two core microarchitectures, prioritizing and distributing workloads to optimize performance
Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, and PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 support. Intel Optane Memory support. No thermal solution included