Intel Core 7 240H vs Intel Core i5-13600H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a clear overall winner: the Intel Core 7 240H wins 14 of the 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Core i5-13600H takes only 3. The margin of victory is not uniform, however. The Core 7 240H dominates in Cinebench multi-core tests with enormous leads, while the i5-13600H manages narrow wins in a few specialized workloads.

The most striking result is in Cinebench R15 multi-core, where the Core 7 240H scores 2360 against the i5-13600H's 1249, a delta of 89%. This is the largest advantage recorded between the two processors in any test. The Core 7 240H extends this pattern in Cinebench R20 multi-core with 8562 versus 5208, a 64.4% lead, and in Cinebench R20 single-core the same 64.4% delta appears (1208 versus 735). Cinebench R23 multi-core shows a narrower but still substantial 27.1% advantage (15764 versus 12402).

Single-core performance tells a more balanced story. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the i5-13600H actually wins, scoring 1750 versus 1719, a 1.8% margin for the i5. This is the only Cinebench test the i5 wins. The Core 7 240H counters in Cinebench R15 single-core with 249 versus 176, a 41.5% lead, and in Cinebench R20 single-core with 1208 versus 735, again a 64.4% lead.

PassMark results are closer overall. The Core 7 240H wins PassMark single-thread with 3782 versus 3631, a 4.2% advantage. PassMark multithread goes to the Core 7 240H by 2.9% (23975 versus 23304). PassMark integer math and floating point math both favor the Core 7 240H by 2.2% (80396 versus 78658, and 58905 versus 57618, respectively). PassMark extended instructions shows a 6.8% lead for the Core 7 240H (16897 versus 15817). PassMark find prime numbers is a 17.2% win for the Core 7 240H (102 versus 87). PassMark physics gives the Core 7 240H a 15.6% edge (1723 versus 1490). PassMark data compression is a narrow 1.4% win for the Core 7 240H (271774 versus 267936).

The i5-13600H's remaining wins come in PassMark data encryption (16061 versus 15155, a 5.6% margin for the i5) and PassMark random string sorting (29570 versus 28866, a 2.4% margin). Both are narrow, specialized workloads where the i5's configuration appears to offer a slight edge.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 240H is the clear choice for heavily threaded rendering and compute workloads. Its Cinebench multi-core results are decisively higher across all three Cinebench versions, with deltas ranging from 27.1% to 89%. The data indicates that any workload built around Cinebench-style rendering will see a major benefit from choosing the Core 7 240H. Its single-core Cinebench results are also stronger in R15 and R20, suggesting broad rendering and 3D application strength.

The Core 7 240H also wins in physics simulation (PassMark physics, 15.6% ahead), prime number calculations (17.2% ahead), extended instruction workloads (6.8% ahead), and integer and floating point math (both 2.2% ahead). These results point to a processor that handles general compute tasks with consistent, if sometimes modest, superiority.

The Intel Core i5-13600H, despite losing the majority of tests, wins in three specific areas. Cinebench R23 single-core is its most notable victory, suggesting that in lightly threaded R23 workloads the i5 can edge ahead. PassMark data encryption shows a 5.6% advantage, indicating a measurable strength in cryptographic workloads. PassMark random string sorting gives the i5 a 2.4% lead, a narrow but real win in sorting algorithms. For users whose primary applications are encryption-heavy or involve heavy string sorting, the i5-13600H offers a data-backed advantage. For everything else in the recorded benchmarks, the Core 7 240H is ahead.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the same Raptor Lake architecture, the same Raptor Lake-H codename, and are manufactured on the same 10 nm Intel process node. Both use the Intel BGA 1744 socket, support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, and have the same PCIe implementation: Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only). Neither supports ECC memory, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. Both are Active mobile parts.

The core configuration differs. The Core 7 240H has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the i5-13600H has 12 cores and 16 threads. The i5 therefore has two more physical cores, yet the Core 7 240H still wins most multi-threaded tests. The Core 7 240H has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The i5-13600H has a higher base clock of 2.80 GHz but a lower boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The Core 7 240H's 0.40 GHz boost advantage likely contributes to its single-thread wins in Cinebench R15 and R20.

Cache allocation also differs. Both have 80 KB L1 per core and 2 MB L2 per core, but the Core 7 240H has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while the i5-13600H has 18 MB. That is a 6 MB difference in favor of the Core 7 240H. The integrated graphics differ as well: the Core 7 240H ships with Iris Xe Graphics 64EU, while the i5-13600H has Iris Xe Graphics 80EU, giving the i5 a 16 EU advantage in its graphics unit.

Release timing and market position differ. The i5-13600H was released on 2023-01-03, while the Core 7 240H came later on 2024-12-17. The Core 7 240H belongs to the Core 7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation, while the i5-13600H is Core 13th Gen (Raptor Lake-H). The part numbers are SRQ6TQ5ML for the Core 7 240H and SRMHZ for the i5-13600H. Both have a 45 W TDP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core Cinebench tests?

A: The Intel Core 7 240H wins all three multi-core Cinebench tests. It leads by 89% in R15 (2360 versus 1249), by 64.4% in R20 (8562 versus 5208), and by 27.1% in R23 (15764 versus 12402).

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-13600H win any benchmarks?

A: Yes, it wins 3 of the 17 recorded tests: Cinebench R23 single-core (1750 versus 1719, a 1.8% margin), PassMark data encryption (16061 versus 15155, a 5.6% margin), and PassMark random string sorting (29570 versus 28866, a 2.4% margin).

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: The i5-13600H has 12 cores and 16 threads, while the Core 7 240H has 10 cores and 16 threads. Despite having two fewer cores, the Core 7 240H wins 14 of 17 head-to-head benchmarks.

Q: What is the difference in boost clock?

A: The Core 7 240H boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the i5-13600H boosts to 4.80 GHz. The Core 7 240H has a 0.40 GHz higher boost clock. The i5-13600H has a higher base clock at 2.80 GHz versus 2.50 GHz.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Core 7 240H has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while the i5-13600H has 18 MB. Both have 80 KB L1 per core and 2 MB L2 per core.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The Core 7 240H has an average benchmark score of 31483, and the i5-13600H has an average of 30548. Both are in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. The Core 7 240H's nearest rivals by average score include the Intel Core Ultra 3 205 (31473) and AMD Ryzen 9 5980HX (31495). The i5-13600H's nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T (30468) and Intel Core i9-11980HK (30422).

The Verdict

The data supports a straightforward recommendation for most users: choose the Intel Core 7 240H. It wins 14 of 17 recorded benchmarks, including all multi-core Cinebench tests with deltas from 27.1% to 89%. Its average benchmark score is higher (31483 versus 30548), and it holds the same 82nd percentile ranking. The Core 7 240H offers a higher boost clock (5.20 GHz versus 4.80 GHz) and more L3 cache (24 MB versus 18 MB), which aligns with its benchmark dominance.

The Intel Core i5-13600H is the better choice only for a narrow set of workloads. If the primary application is Cinebench R23 single-core rendering, the i5 wins by 1.8%. If the workload is heavily focused on data encryption, the i5 leads by 5.6%. If random string sorting dominates, the i5 leads by 2.4%. These are real but limited advantages. The i5 also has two additional physical cores (12 versus 10) and a stronger integrated graphics unit (80 EU versus 64 EU), which may matter for users who rely on iGPU output. However, the recorded benchmark data does not show those extra cores translating into wins in most tests.

The Core 7 240H is the verdict for general compute, rendering, physics simulation, and math-heavy tasks. The i5-13600H is the verdict for encryption-heavy or specific sorting workloads where its measured wins apply. For all other scenarios, the Core 7 240H's benchmark record is decisive.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 7 240H | Intel Core i5-13600H |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 10 | 12 |

| Threads | 16 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 2.50 GHz | 2.80 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| L3 Cache | 24 MB (shared) | 18 MB (shared) |

| Integrated Graphics | Iris Xe Graphics 64EU | Iris Xe Graphics 80EU |

| Generation | Core 7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) | Core i5 (Raptor Lake-H) |

| Release Date | 2024-12-17 | 2023-01-03 |

| Launch MSRP | $502 | $311 |

| Part Number | SRQ6TQ5ML | SRMHZ |

Shared specifications include Intel BGA 1744 socket, Raptor Lake architecture, Raptor Lake-H codename, 10 nm process node, 45 W TDP, DDR4/DDR5 memory support, dual-channel memory bus, PCIe Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only), 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, no ECC support, no unlocked multiplier, and Active production status.