Intel
Core i7-13700K
Raptor Lake · 16C/24T · 125 W · LGA1700
85
/ 100
From $409
VS
Intel
Core Ultra 7 265K
Arrow Lake · 20C/20T · 125 W · LGA1851
85
/ 100
From $399
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Core i7-13700K lands at 85 and Core Ultra 7 265K at 85. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Core i7-13700K if…
- ✓Strong per-core performance
- ✓Hybrid P/E cores (12th gen+)
- ✓Wide platform availability
Pick Core Ultra 7 265K if…
- ✓Strong per-core performance
- ✓Hybrid P/E cores (12th gen+)
- ✓Wide platform availability
Core i7-13700K 85
vs 85 Core Ultra 7 265K
Score breakdown
Core i7-13700K
85 single 87
multi 85
gaming 84
efficiency 80
Core Ultra 7 265K
85 single 87
multi 85
gaming 84
efficiency 83
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Core i7-13700K | Core Ultra 7 265K |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Arrow Lake |
| Cores | 16 | ▲ 20 |
| Threads | ▲ 24 | 20 |
| TDP | 125 W | 125 W |
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA1851 |
| Release year | 2022 | 2024 |
Core i7-13700K
Pros
- +Strong per-core performance
- +Hybrid P/E cores (12th gen+)
- +Wide platform availability
Cons
- −Power draw on top SKUs
- −Frequent socket changes
- −Arrow Lake gaming regressions
Core Ultra 7 265K
Pros
- +Strong per-core performance
- +Hybrid P/E cores (12th gen+)
- +Wide platform availability
Cons
- −Power draw on top SKUs
- −Frequent socket changes
- −Arrow Lake gaming regressions
FAQ: Core i7-13700K vs Core Ultra 7 265K
Which is better, Core i7-13700K or Core Ultra 7 265K? +
Both score 85 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Core i7-13700K worth the price? +
At $409, Core i7-13700K delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in single.
Is Core Ultra 7 265K worth the price? +
At $399, Core Ultra 7 265K delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in single.
Does Core i7-13700K or Core Ultra 7 265K last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.