Intel Core 7 253PTE vs Intel Core i5-13450HX Comparison

The Intel Core 7 253PTE and Intel Core i5-13450HX are both 10-core Intel processors, but they target different platforms and deliver distinct performance profiles. The Core 7 253PTE is a desktop part built on Bartlett Lake, while the i5-13450HX is a mobile chip from Raptor Lake-HX. Benchmark data shows the Core 7 253PTE leads in single-threaded and several multi-threaded tests, while the i5-13450HX counters in compression and encryption workloads. The Core 7 253PTE averages 34962 in the database, while the i5-13450HX averages 34333, both sitting in the 84th percentile of all CPUs.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PTE has 20 threads, while the Intel Core i5-13450HX has 16 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Core 7 253PTE boosts to 5.40 GHz, compared to 4.60 GHz for the i5-13450HX.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Core 7 253PTE has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, while the i5-13450HX has 20 MB.

Q: Which processor is newer?

A: The Core 7 253PTE was released in March 2026, while the i5-13450HX was released in January 2023.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP?

A: The i5-13450HX has a 55W TDP, while the Core 7 253PTE has a 45W TDP.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Core 7 253PTE averages 34962, while the i5-13450HX averages 34333.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share a 10 nm process node and Intel as the foundry, but they diverge in architecture and platform. The Core 7 253PTE is built on Bartlett Lake and uses the Intel Socket 1700, while the i5-13450HX is based on Raptor Lake-HX and uses the Intel BGA 1964 socket. The Core 7 253PTE is a desktop part, whereas the i5-13450HX is a mobile processor.

Both have 10 cores, but the Core 7 253PTE supports 20 threads, while the i5-13450HX supports 16. The L1 and L2 caches are identical at 80 KB per core and 2 MB per core, but the L3 cache differs significantly: 33 MB shared on the Core 7 253PTE versus 20 MB on the i5-13450HX. The Core 7 253PTE also lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the i5-13450HX does not have a recorded bandwidth figure. Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus, and both support ECC memory.

The integrated graphics differ as well: the Core 7 253PTE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the i5-13450HX uses UHD Graphics 710. PCIe support also varies, with the Core 7 253PTE offering Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only) and the i5-13450HX offering Gen 5 with 20 lanes. The i5-13450HX has a die size of 257 mm², while the Core 7 253PTE does not have a recorded die size. The i5-13450HX has an unlocked multiplier, while the Core 7 253PTE does not. The i5-13450HX is part of the Core 13th Gen series, while the Core 7 253PTE has no series designation.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 7 253PTE wins 9 of the 17 head-to-head benchmarks, while the i5-13450HX wins 8. The Core 7 253PTE dominates in single-threaded performance and several multi-threaded workloads. It leads in Cinebench R23 single-core by 72%, Cinebench R15 single-core by 21.8%, and Passmark single-thread by 6.8%. In multi-threaded tests, it wins Cinebench R23 multi-core by 26.7%, Cinebench R20 multi-core by 2.4%, and Cinebench R20 single-core by 2.4%. It also wins Passmark integer math by 43.7% and floating point math by 8.8%.

The i5-13450HX counters in other areas. It wins Cinebench R15 multi-core by 14.3%, Passmark physics by 12.4%, random string sorting by 11.6%, extended instructions by 10.4%, data compression by 9.9%, data encryption by 6.8%, and find prime numbers by 1.2%. The Passmark multithread test is nearly a tie, with the i5-13450HX winning by 0.2%.

In practical terms, the Core 7 253PTE is better suited for rendering and integer-heavy tasks, while the i5-13450HX excels in compression, encryption, and physics simulations. The Core 7 253PTE's single-thread advantage makes it a stronger choice for lightly threaded applications, while the i5-13450HX's wins in data compression and encryption suggest an edge in storage and security workloads.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 7 253PTE | Intel Core i5-13450HX |

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

| Threads | 20 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 1.80 GHz | 2.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.40 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 45W | 55W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel BGA 1964 |

| Architecture | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-HX |

| L3 Cache | 33 MB (shared) | 20 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 20 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | UHD Graphics 710 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | March 2026 | January 2023 |

| Launch MSRP | $384 | $326 |

| Unlocked Multiplier | No | Yes |

| Part Number | SA4QK | SRME8SRMEE |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 257 mm² |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest single-threaded advantage for the Core 7 253PTE comes in Cinebench R23 single-core, where it scores 3003 against 1746 for the i5-13450HX, a 72% lead. This is the biggest margin in the entire comparison, indicating a substantial advantage in lightly threaded workloads. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the Core 7 253PTE scores 302 versus 248, a 21.8% advantage. Passmark single-thread shows 3794 against 3553, a 6.8% lead.

In multi-threaded workloads, the Core 7 253PTE wins Cinebench R23 multi-core with 21276 against 16797, a 26.7% margin. Cinebench R20 multi-core is closer, with 8935 against 8728, a 2.4% lead. Passmark integer math shows a 43.7% advantage, with 119552 against 83209. Floating point math also favors the Core 7 253PTE, 67209 against 61776, an 8.8% lead.

The i5-13450HX takes the Cinebench R15 multi-core test with 2503 against 2144, a 14.3% win. This is its largest margin, but it is offset by the Core 7 253PTE's 26.7% win in the newer R23 multi-core test. Passmark physics goes to the i5-13450HX, 1504 against 1318, a 12.4% margin. Random string sorting favors the i5-13450HX, 31940 against 28227, an 11.6% lead. Extended instructions show 19083 against 17099, a 10.4% win. Data compression is 305990 against 275828, a 9.9% margin. Data encryption is 16632 against 15500, a 6.8% lead. Find prime numbers is nearly tied, 83 against 82, a 1.2% win. Passmark multithread is also close, 25084 against 25031, a 0.2% margin.

Overall, the Core 7 253PTE wins 9 benchmarks, while the i5-13450HX wins 8. The Core 7 253PTE's average benchmark score is 34962, placing it in the 84th percentile, while the i5-13450HX averages 34333, also in the 84th percentile. The Core 7 253PTE's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-13800H and Intel Core i9-12900HX, with average scores of 34988 and 35003, respectively, showing a delta of -0.1% for both. The i5-13450HX's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X and AMD Ryzen AI 7 350, with average scores of 34260 and 34222, showing deltas of 0.2% and 0.3%.