Intel Core i7-13700K vs Intel Core i9-14901TE

Intel Core i7-13700K

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a high-end CPU based on the current Raptor Lake architecture, which was introduced in September 2022. The base clock is 3.4 GHz and can reach up to 5.4 GHz under optimal conditions. The total of 16 cores are divided into 8 P-cores and 8 E-cores, which we already know from the Alder Lake architecture. Compared to the Intel Core i7-12700K, however, the number of E-cores has been doubled, meaning that the Intel Core i7-13700K now offers 24 threads. As usual, the K models continue to offer a freely selectable multiplier, which simplifies overclocking. In addition, all new Raptor Lake processors can be operated on the existing Socket 1700 motherboards.

Performance

Compared to the Intel Core i7-12700K, the Core i7-13700K still offers 8 P-cores, but these are to be relieved by 8 additional E-cores for demanding applications. The E-cores primarily take care of background applications. The hybrid architecture relies on the Intel Thread Director, which is responsible for the correct allocation of tasks. Compared to Alder Lake, the number of e-cores has been doubled, which significantly improves multi-thread performance in combination with a further increase in IPC. If all requirements are met, Intel Turbo Boost 3.0 can increase the clock rate of the P-cores to up to 5.4 GHz. The E-cores can also be overclocked and reach a maximum of 3.4 GHz.

Graphics

Like the Intel Core i7-12700K, the Intel Core i7-13700K offers an integrated graphics unit (iGPU). The Intel Iris Xe architecture continues to serve as the basis. In terms of performance, however, not much has changed with the new Intel UHD Graphics 770.

Power Consumption

The Intel Core i7-13700K is specified with a TDP of 125 watts, which corresponds to the PL1 value. In Boost mode, the processor's performance can increase to up to 253 watts (PL2). However, this requires good cooling. If all restrictions are deactivated in the BIOS, the PL2 value is not restricted by a Tau value.

Intel Core i9-14901TE

The Intel Core i9-14901TE is a peculiar Raptor Lake family desktop processor (SoC) that has 8 performance cores but 0 efficient cores. It's the lack of E-cores that makes 14X01 chips special.

The product has decently sized level 2 and 3 caches at 16 MB and 36 MB, respectively. Its CPU cores run at up to 5.5 GHz. The UHD 770 serves as the integrated graphics solution. There is no 'proper' NPU here, however, the full vPro Enterprise feature set is onboard including Remote Platform Erase.

The i9 chip is manufactured using the Intel 7 process which is very old, as of late 2025. Its base TDP sits at 45 W by default, a value more reminiscent of high-performance laptops than desktops.

Performance

While we have not tested a single 14X01 processor as of Sep 2025, we do know that a single 5.4-GHz Raptor Cove core, like that of an i9-13900HX, is good for 121 Cinebench 2024 points and 295 Cinebench R15 points. (The 14901E can run at up to 5.5 GHz, to remind you.) If we multiply the values by 8, we get a projection that sees the 14901E being a little behind fairly powerful consumer-grade chips like AMD's Ryzen 7 8700G and Ryzen 9 8945HS. This should be fast enough for any tasks and applications one could run in 2025 and 2026, top games included; keep in mind that the 14901TE should be slower than its 65-W 14901E brother due to lower wattage and consequently, lower Boost clock speeds.