Core i5-13400F
IntelReleased Jan 1, 2023 · Analysis updated Jul 30, 2026
Intel Core i5-13400F offers strong multi-threaded performance with broad platform support and a bundled cooler. The Intel Core i5-13400F scores 79/100 based on 9 expert reviews in the cpus category. Coverage includes reviews from Pcgamer, Tomshardware, Club386, and Pcgamesn.
Critic Score
What's this?based on 9 expert reviews
Pros
- Good value(8)
- Wide platform support(4)
- Good multi-threaded performance(4)
- Includes bundled cooler(3)
- High core count(2)
Cons
- No overclocking support(2)
- Poor productivity performance(2)
9 Publication Reviews
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Simply the best budget CPU to buy right now, on a platform that's pretty cheap too.
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The Intel Core i5-13400 delivers excellent value gaming performance at $200, with strong multi-threaded capabilities thanks to its e-cores and flexible memory support.
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The Intel Core i5-13400F offers excellent value at around $200, delivering strong performance for mainstream builds with wide platform support and efficient cooling.
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This Intel gaming CPU offers decent performance for the price, and it also benefits from compatibility with both cheap motherboards and DDR4 memory.
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This new Intel Core i5-13400F may also hurt or even very hurt the competition.
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The Intel Core i5-13400F is a budget-friendly processor that offers solid performance for its price point, though its confusing lineup and use of older silicon may give some buyers pause.
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The Intel Core i5-13400F Processor offers competitive performance with a 3DMark CPU Profile Max Threads Score of 7287.
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The Intel Core i5-13400F is a well-priced processor that's a fine fit for a budget gaming PC, but don't expect it to pair well with a high-end graphics card.
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Intel’s Core i5 13400F is an exciting new entrant in the CPU space, coming in at a very reasonable price point, but the 12600K offers better value at a very similar price point.
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