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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i5-13600K vs Core i3-8100T

The Core i5-13600K is much faster than the Core i3-8100T on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much worse value for money, as it's $270.41 more expensive!

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$319.00View CPUAll CPUs

Up to 108% faster on average across 100+ games
Is 4 years and 7 months newer
Up to 173% more expensive – $319.00 vs $48.59

CPU

$48.59View CPUAll CPUs

Up to 173% cheaper – $48.59 vs $319.00
Up to 31% better value for money

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

377FPS

182FPS

714FPS

481FPS

Overwatch 22023

Core i5-13600K

562FPS

Core i3-8100T

516FPS

Valorant2020

Core i5-13600K

752FPS

Core i3-8100T

565FPS

Grand Theft Auto V2013

Core i5-13600K

222FPS

Core i3-8100T

199FPS

Rust2018

Core i5-13600K

348FPS

Core i3-8100T

284FPS

Fortnite2017

Core i5-13600K

328FPS

Core i3-8100T

324FPS

Dota 22013

Core i5-13600K

278FPS

Core i3-8100T

179FPS

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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

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Core i5-13600K

63%

Core i3-8100T

19%

Core i5-13600K ranks 44 points higher.

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Core i5-13600K

Core i3-8100T

Core i5-13600K has 10 more cores.

Threadshelp

Core i5-13600K

Core i3-8100T

Core i5-13600K has 16 more threads.

L3 Cachehelp

Core i5-13600K

24 MB

Core i3-8100T

6 MB

Core i5-13600K has 18 MB more L3 cache.

Base Frequencyhelp

Core i5-13600K

3.5 GHz

Core i3-8100T

3.1 GHz

Core i5-13600K has a 13% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp

5.1 GHz

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125W

35W

Core i3-8100T draws 90W less power.

Pricehelp

Core i5-13600K

$319.00

Core i3-8100T

$48.59

Core i3-8100T is $270.41 cheaper.

Core i5-13600KCore i3-8100T

LGA1700

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LGA1151

Raptor Lake-S

Codenamehelp

Coffee Lake

Desktop

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Desktop

UHD Graphics 770

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UHD Graphics 630

3200 MHz (DDR4), 5600 MHz (DDR5)

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2400 MHz (DDR4)

Overclockable

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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-13600K or Core i3-8100T?expand_more

The Core i5-13600K. It's 226% faster than the Core i3-8100T on average across 100+ games, scoring 62/100 vs 19/100 in our gaming rating.

speedHow much faster is Core i5-13600K than Core i3-8100T?expand_more

226% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.

aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i5-13600K or Core i3-8100T?expand_more

The Core i5-13600K is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.

paidIs the Core i5-13600K worth buying in 2026?expand_more

It scores 62/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.

differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-13600K and Core i3-8100T?expand_more

Performance: Core i5-13600K scores 62/100, Core i3-8100T scores 19/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.

compressWill the Core i5-13600K or Core i3-8100T 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 i5-13600K or Core i3-8100T?expand_more

The Core i5-13600K is the stronger pick at 62/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.