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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i3-13100 vs Core i7-11700K

The Core i3-13100 is slightly faster than the Core i7-11700K on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

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$144.99View CPUAll CPUs

Up to 1% faster on average across 100+ games
Is 1 year and 10 months newer
Up to 198% cheaper – $144.99 vs $399
Up to 200% better value for money

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Up to 198% more expensive – $399 vs $144.99

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.

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Quality

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League of Legends2009

Core i3-13100

319FPS

Core i7-11700K

316FPS

Escape From Tarkov2017

Core i3-13100

242FPS

Core i7-11700K

241FPS

Dota 22013

Core i3-13100

240FPS

Core i7-11700K

239FPS

Overwatch 22023

545FPS

544FPS

656FPS

653FPS

Valorant2020

Core i3-13100

689FPS

Core i7-11700K

686FPS

Grand Theft Auto V2013

Core i3-13100

217FPS

Core i7-11700K

216FPS

Fortnite2017

Core i3-13100

332FPS

Core i7-11700K

332FPS

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.

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Core i3-13100

52%

Core i7-11700K

52%

Similar overall gaming performance.

Coreshelp

Core i3-13100

Core i7-11700K

Core i7-11700K has 4 more cores.

Threadshelp

Core i3-13100

Core i7-11700K

Core i7-11700K has 8 more threads.

L3 Cachehelp

Core i3-13100

12 MB

Core i7-11700K

16 MB

Core i7-11700K has 4 MB more L3 cache.

Base Frequencyhelp

Core i3-13100

3.4 GHz

Core i7-11700K

3.6 GHz

Core i7-11700K has a 6% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp

Core i3-13100

4.5 GHz

Core i7-11700K

5 GHz

Core i7-11700K boosts 11% higher.

TDPhelp

Core i3-13100

60W

Core i7-11700K

125W

Core i3-13100 draws 65W less power.

Pricehelp

Core i3-13100

$144.99

Core i7-11700K

Core i3-13100Core i7-11700K

LGA1700

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LGA1200

Raptor Lake-S

Codenamehelp

Rocket Lake

Desktop

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Desktop

UHD Graphics 730

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UHD Graphics 750

3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)

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3200 MHz (DDR4)

Not Overclockable

Overclock Supporthelp

Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i3-13100 or Core i7-11700K?expand_more

Neither, they're within 1% of each other across 100+ games. Pick based on price, availability, or platform compatibility.

aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i3-13100 or Core i7-11700K?expand_more

The Core i3-13100 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.

paidIs the Core i3-13100 worth buying in 2026?expand_more

It scores 52/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.

differenceWhat is the difference between Core i3-13100 and Core i7-11700K?expand_more

Performance: Core i3-13100 scores 52/100, Core i7-11700K scores 52/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.

compressWill the Core i3-13100 or Core i7-11700K bottleneck my PC?expand_more

Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.

upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core i3-13100 or Core i7-11700K?expand_more

The Core i3-13100 is the stronger pick at 52/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.