Intel Core i3-13100TE vs Intel Core i7-9700E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data splits cleanly along test family lines. In the Cinebench suite, the Intel Core i7-9700E is consistently ahead, while the Intel Core i3-13100TE takes the Geekbench tests. The margins are tight in multi-core, but the single-core story is more dramatic.

Starting with Cinebench R15 multi-core, the i7-9700E scores 1069 against 1013 for the i3-13100TE, a 5.5% advantage. The single-core R15 result shows the i7 ahead by 5.6%, scoring 150 versus 142. Moving to Cinebench R20, the pattern holds: the i7 wins multi-core 4457 to 4222 (5.6% delta) and single-core 629 to 595 (5.7% delta). Cinebench R23 follows the same script, with the i7-9700E posting 10613 multi-core against 10054 for the i3-13100TE, again 5.6% higher, and 1498 single-core versus 1419, another 5.6% gap.

The i3-13100TE fights back in Geekbench. In multi-core, it edges out the i7-9700E 5703 to 5661, a 0.7% margin that is nearly a tie. The single-core Geekbench result is the outlier of the entire comparison: the i3 scores 1739 against 1497, a 13.9% lead. That is the only benchmark where the difference exceeds 6% in either direction.

Overall, the i7-9700E takes 6 of the 8 head-to-head tests, but the i3-13100TE claims the two Geekbench entries. The average benchmark score for the i7-9700E is 3197, while the i3-13100TE sits at 3111. The i7-9700E lands at the 53rd percentile of all CPUs in the database, and the i3-13100TE at the 52nd, so both are near the middle of the pack. The i7's nearest rival is the Core i3-13100T with an identical average score of 3198 and a delta of 0%, while the i3-13100TE's closest competitor is the Ryzen 5 6600HS at 3122, 0.3% lower.

Where Each One Wins

The i7-9700E dominates rendering workloads. Across all six Cinebench tests, it holds a consistent 5.5% to 5.7% lead. That includes both multi-core and single-core runs, which suggests the older chip's higher clock speeds and extra physical cores matter more in this workload than the newer architecture. For video encoding, 3D rendering, or any task that leans on sustained CPU throughput, the recorded data favors the i7-9700E.

The i3-13100TE wins in Geekbench, particularly in single-core where its 13.9% advantage is decisive. This points to better per-thread performance in lighter, latency-sensitive tasks. The i3 also narrowly wins Geekbench multi-core by 0.7%, indicating that its 8 threads, despite coming from only 4 cores, can keep pace with the i7's 8 full cores in this particular test. For everyday responsiveness, browser workloads, or applications that scale poorly across many cores, the i3-13100TE's results suggest it will feel snappier.

The i7-9700E has a higher base clock of 2.60 GHz versus 2.40 GHz on the i3-13100TE, and a higher boost clock of 4.40 GHz versus 4.10 GHz. Those clock advantages likely explain the Cinebench wins. The i3-13100TE, however, delivers its Geekbench wins despite lower clocks, which points to architectural efficiency gains from the newer design.

Architecture Differences

These two processors come from different eras and different design philosophies. The i7-9700E is built on Coffee Lake, Intel's 14 nm process, with a die size of 180.3 mm². The i3-13100TE uses Raptor Lake on Intel's 10 nm process, with a smaller die at 163 mm². The i7-9700E is end-of-life, while the i3-13100TE remains active in production.

Core counts differ significantly. The i7-9700E has 8 cores and 8 threads, meaning no hyperthreading. The i3-13100TE has 4 cores and 8 threads, relying on hyperthreading to reach the same thread count. Cache layouts reflect this: the i7-9700E has 64 KB of L1 per core and 256 KB of L2 per core, while the i3-13100TE has 80 KB of L1 per core and 1.25 MB of L2 per core. Both share 12 MB of L3 cache, so the total cache pool is identical, but the i3 distributes its L2 much more generously per core.

Memory support diverges as well. The i7-9700E supports only DDR4 on a dual-channel bus, with a memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. The i3-13100TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 on a dual-channel bus, and the database does not record a bandwidth figure for it. The i7-9700E does not support ECC memory, while the i3-13100TE does. PCIe generations also differ: the i7-9700E uses Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes, while the i3-13100TE uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

Integrated graphics are different too. The i7-9700E carries UHD Graphics 630, while the i3-13100TE has UHD Graphics 730. Both are desktop parts, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The i7-9700E was released in April 2019 with a launch MSRP of $323, while the i3-13100TE arrived in January 2023 with no recorded launch MSRP.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU is faster in multi-core workloads?

A: The i7-9700E wins all three Cinebench multi-core tests. It leads by 5.5% in R15 (1069 vs 1013), 5.6% in R20 (4457 vs 4222), and 5.6% in R23 (10613 vs 10054). The i3-13100TE narrowly wins Geekbench multi-core 5703 to 5661, a 0.7% margin.

Q: Is the i3-13100TE better in single-core performance?

A: It depends on the benchmark. The i7-9700E wins all three Cinebench single-core tests by 5.6% to 5.7%, but the i3-13100TE wins Geekbench single-core by 13.9%, scoring 1739 versus 1497. The Geekbench result is the larger gap in either direction.

Q: Do these CPUs have the same amount of L3 cache?

A: Yes, both have 12 MB of shared L3 cache. They differ in L1 and L2 allocations: the i7-9700E has 64 KB L1 and 256 KB L2 per core, while the i3-13100TE has 80 KB L1 and 1.25 MB L2 per core.

Q: Which CPU supports ECC memory?

A: Only the i3-13100TE supports ECC memory. The i7-9700E does not.

Q: What sockets do these processors use?

A: The i7-9700E uses Intel Socket 1151, while the i3-13100TE uses Intel Socket 1700. They are not interchangeable.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The i7-9700E has an average benchmark score of 3197, placing it at the 53rd percentile. The i3-13100TE averages 3111, at the 52nd percentile. The i7's nearest rival is the Core i3-13100T with a delta of 0%, while the i3-13100TE's nearest rival is the Ryzen 5 6600HS at 0.3% lower.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i7-9700E | Intel Core i3-13100TE |

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

| Cores | 8 | 4 |

| Threads | 8 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 2.60 GHz | 2.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.40 GHz | 4.10 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 35 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1151 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Coffee Lake | Raptor Lake |

| Process Node | 14 nm | 10 nm |

| Die Size | 180.3 mm² | 163 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 256 KB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 42.7 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 630 | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Production Status | End-of-life | Active |

| Release Date | 2019-04-22 | 2023-01-03 |

| Launch MSRP | $323 | Not recorded |

| Part Number | SRGDX | SRMFT |

The Verdict

Choose the i7-9700E if your workload leans on Cinebench-style rendering. It wins every Cinebench test by a consistent 5.5% to 5.7% margin, and its 8 physical cores give it an edge in sustained multi-threaded tasks. The higher base and boost clocks, 2.60 GHz and 4.40 GHz respectively, support this result. It also has a lower average score only by a small margin, 3197 versus 3111, so it is the stronger overall performer in the database's aggregate metrics.

Choose the i3-13100TE if you prioritize Geekbench performance, especially single-thread responsiveness. Its 13.9% lead in Geekbench single-core is the largest gap in the entire comparison, and it also wins Geekbench multi-core by 0.7%. The i3 supports DDR5 memory, ECC memory, and PCIe Gen 5, making it the more modern platform choice. Its 35 W TDP is also significantly lower than the i7's 65 W, which matters for compact builds or power-conscious systems.

The i7-9700E is end-of-life and uses the older Socket 1151 platform, while the i3-13100TE is active on Socket 1700 with newer memory and PCIe standards. For a new build, the i3-13100TE offers better platform longevity and modern features. For an existing Socket 1151 system, the i7-9700E is a drop-in upgrade that delivers better Cinebench results without changing the motherboard. The data does not show a clear overall winner; it shows two CPUs optimized for different tasks, with the i7 ahead in rendering and the i3 ahead in Geekbench.