Intel Core i5-13400 in 9 benchmarks. Review & Testing

Basic specifications Intel Core i5-13400

Detailed review of the processor Intel Core i5-13400 in terms of specifications, benchmark results (when performing complex calculations, rendering, big data processing and other graphical scenarios). Carefully review all specifications of the Intel Core i5-13400 processor before you buy it on Amazon, Ebay or Aliexpress. We recommend that you consider comparing several similar options (based on ratings or from a special ratings page), this way you can upgrade your computer or laptop as efficiently as possible for several years. After familiarizing yourself with the main technical characteristics of the model, check the results of benchmark tests.

Technical specs

Technical information about the characteristics of the processor Intel Core i5-13400 reveals important data that will help to make the right choice in favor of upgrading your computer or laptop to a more modern model.
Before we explore the detailed specifications Intel Core i5-13400 we want to inform you that we will help with the answers to the following questions:
1) How many cores and threads does the processor Intel Core i5-13400 have?
2) Is the processor Intel Core i5-13400 productive enough for games or work programs?
3) Can I mine on a Intel Core i5-13400 processor?

CPU Cores / Threads:		10 / 16
Core architecture:		hybrid (big.LITTLE)
A core:		6x Raptor Cove
B core:		4x Gracemont
Hyperthreading:		Yes
Overclocking:		No
A-Core Frequency:		2.50 GHz (4.60 GHz)
B-Core Frequency:		1.80 GHz (3.30 GHz)

CPU generation and family

Processor generation Intel Core i5-13400, as well as the family have an important role in the analysis of data. As a rule, you should pay attention not to the generation and family of the processor model when you upgrade your computer system, because the new families have a difference in the motherboard socket, which will entail additional costs for upgrading. Otherwise, each subsequent generation is improved by adding new and efficient processors to the family.

Name:		Intel Core i5-13400
Family:		Intel Core i5
CPU group:		Intel Core i 13000
Generation:		13
Segment:		Desktop / Server
Predecessor:		Intel Core i5-12400
Successor:		--

iGPU

Not every processor model supports an integrated graphics core, but this is a nice bonus for those who do not need a separate graphics card. See if the Intel Core i5-13400 processor has an integrated graphics core and what features the manufacturer has implemented in this model.

GPU name:		Intel UHD Graphics 730
GPU frequency:		0.30 GHz
GPU (Turbo):		1.55 GHz
Execution units:		24
Shader:		192
Max. GPU Memory:		64 GB
Max. displays:		3
Direct X:		12
Technology:		14 nm
Release date:		Q1/2021

Hardware codec support

Find out which hardware codecs are supported by the processor Intel Core i5-13400. Most often manufacturers embed proprietary add-ons, which are disclosed in the operating system by their functionality, so this unit is not considered in the overall performance rating of the model.

h265 / HEVC (8 bit):		Decode / Encode
h265 / HEVC (10 bit):		Decode / Encode
h264:		Decode / Encode
VP8:		Decode / Encode
VP9:		Decode / Encode
AV1:		Decode
AVC:		Decode / Encode
VC-1:		Decode
JPEG:		Decode / Encode

Memory Specifications

The type of memory supported, the number of supported RAM channels, its standard and bandwidth all affect the overall performance of the Intel Core i5-13400 CPU. The type and maximum amount of memory the CPU supports will determine the model's performance in games, work applications, or mining. Pay attention to all parameters, especially useful when comparing two CPUs.

TDP (PL1):		65 W
Memory type:		DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800
Max. Memory:		128 GB
Memory channels:		2 (Dual Channel)
Bandwidth:		89.6 GB/s
ECC:		Yes
PCIe:		5.0 x 20
AES-NI:		Yes

Thermal Management (TDP)

The TDP values for the processor Intel Core i5-13400 are shown in the table below. These parameters are very important and especially useful when choosing a new processor model to replace an old one. The TDP figure shows how much power you will need and what kind of cooling system you will need. Also, depending on the type of power supply, you may need a good motherboard with good quality power phases for your CPU and graphics card.

Tjunction max.:		100 \xc2\xb0C
TDP (PL2):		154 W
TDP up:		--
TDP down:		--

Additional specifications

Detailed processor specifications Intel Core i5-13400. Here you will find out the L2 and L3 memory size (cacheable and affecting data processing). The manufacturing process is also very important, it is measured in nanometers and the smaller the better. As a rule, only the most modern models are produced by the manufacturing method of lithography. Also here is information on the socket of the motherboard and the date of manufacture of the model, the fresher the processor, the longer it will last until the next upgrade.

L2-Cache:		9.50 MB
Instruction set (ISA):		x86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensions:		SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX2+
L3-Cache:		20.00 MB
Architecture:		Alder Lake S Refresh
Virtualization:		VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
Socket:		LGA 1700
Part Number:		--
Chip design:		Monolithic
Operating systems:		Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux
Release price:		221 $
Documents:		Technical data sheet