Intel Core i7-11700KF vs Intel Core i7-13620H Comparison

The Intel Core i7-11700KF and Intel Core i7-13620H represent two distinct generations and market segments. The 11700KF is a desktop Rocket Lake part with an unlocked multiplier, while the 13620H is a mobile Raptor Lake processor with integrated graphics. In the database's head-to-head suite, the 11700KF wins 13 of 23 tests, the 13620H wins 10. Both sit at the 77th percentile among all CPUs, but their strengths diverge sharply across workload types.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The 11700KF's most decisive victories come in Cinebench R23. It leads the single-core test by 55.6% (2853 vs 1833) and the multi-core test by 33.2% (20214 vs 15176). These are the largest margins in the entire comparison, suggesting a substantial advantage in both lightly threaded and heavily threaded rendering tasks. The 11700KF also dominates in PassMark extended instructions, scoring 22247 against 17513, a 27% lead. Random string sorting goes to the 11700KF by 23.5% (36309 vs 29395), and data compression by 12.9% (317712 vs 281335). In 3DMark, the 11700KF wins the 8-thread test by 15.6% (6294 vs 5443) and the 16-thread test by 14.3% (8067 vs 7056). The max-thread test also favors the 11700KF, with a 12.1% margin (8049 vs 7178). Cinebench R15 single-core goes to the 11700KF by 9.1% (287 vs 263), and integer math by 5.5% (85377 vs 80948). The 11700KF also edges out the 13620H in Cinebench R20 multi-core (8489 vs 8305, 2.2%) and single-core (1198 vs 1172, 2.2%), plus 3DMark 4-thread (3645 vs 3621, 0.7%).

The 13620H counters with its own set of wins, though they are concentrated in different areas. Its largest margin is in PassMark physics, where it scores 1671 against 985, a 41.1% lead. Prime number finding also goes to the 13620H by 37.4% (99 vs 62). Floating-point math favors the 13620H by 15.4% (59762 vs 50571). In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the 13620H leads by 10.7% (2281 vs 2037). PassMark single-thread goes to the 13620H by 6.2% (3589 vs 3368), and 3DMark single-thread by 3% (1008 vs 978). The 2-thread test shows a 2.8% lead for the 13620H (1963 vs 1909). Data encryption is a narrow win for the 13620H, 15568 vs 15229, a 2.2% margin. PassMark multithread also goes to the 13620H, 24192 vs 23819, a 1.5% edge.

The pattern is clear: the 11700KF excels in integer-heavy, compression, and rendering workloads, while the 13620H dominates in physics, floating-point, and prime-number calculations. The 13620H also holds a slight edge in single-thread PassMark, but the 11700KF's Cinebench R23 single-core lead is far larger.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has the higher boost clock?

A: The 11700KF has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, while the 13620H reaches 4.90 GHz.

Q: Which CPU has more physical cores?

A: The 13620H has 10 cores, the 11700KF has 8, though both have 16 threads.

Q: Which CPU supports DDR5 memory?

A: The 13620H supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the 11700KF supports only DDR4.

Q: Which CPU includes integrated graphics?

A: The 13620H has UHD Graphics 770, while the 11700KF has no integrated graphics.

Q: Which CPU is unlocked for overclocking?

A: The 11700KF has an unlocked multiplier, the 13620H does not.

Q: Which CPU has a larger L3 cache?

A: The 13620H has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, the 11700KF has 16 MB.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel generations and process nodes. The 11700KF is built on Rocket Lake using a 14 nm process, while the 13620H uses Raptor Lake on a 10 nm node. The 11700KF has 8 cores and 16 threads, whereas the 13620H has 10 cores and 16 threads, meaning the mobile part packs more physical cores but the same thread count. L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core, but L2 cache differs: the 11700KF has 512 KB per core, the 13620H has 2 MB per core. L3 cache also favors the 13620H, with 24 MB shared versus 16 MB on the 11700KF.

Memory support diverges: the 11700KF is limited to DDR4, while the 13620H supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The 11700KF has a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, while the 13620H's bandwidth is not recorded. PCIe connectivity differs as well: the 11700KF offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the 13620H provides Gen 5 with 8 lanes. The 11700KF has no integrated graphics, but the 13620H includes UHD Graphics 770. The 11700KF uses an Intel Socket 1200, the 13620H uses Intel BGA 1744. The 11700KF has a TDP of 125 W, the 13620H has 45 W. The 11700KF's die size is 276 mm², while the 13620H's die size is not listed. The 11700KF is a desktop part, the 13620H is mobile. The 11700KF is end-of-life, the 13620H is active. The 11700KF was released in March 2021, the 13620H in January 2023. The 11700KF has an unlocked multiplier, the 13620H is locked.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear split in intended use. The 11700KF wins more benchmarks overall and delivers crushing leads in Cinebench R23, extended instructions, and data compression. For users focused on rendering, integer math, or compression tasks, the 11700KF is the stronger performer. Its unlocked multiplier also allows manual tuning, though the database does not measure overclocking results. The 13620H, on the other hand, wins in physics, floating-point, and prime-number workloads, and it offers integrated graphics and a much lower TDP. That makes it a better fit for mobile systems where power efficiency and a built-in GPU matter. The 13620H also has more cores and a larger L3 cache, which could benefit certain multi-threaded scenarios, though the 11700KF still wins most multi-thread tests in this comparison. The 11700KF's higher boost clock and desktop-oriented design give it an edge in single-thread Cinebench, while the 13620H's PassMark single-thread score is higher. The choice depends on the workload and platform constraints.

Specification Differences

| Field | Intel Core i7-11700KF | Intel Core i7-13620H |

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

| Cores | 8 | 10 |

| Base clock | 3.60 GHz | 2.40 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.00 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| TDP | 125 W | 45 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1200 | Intel BGA 1744 |

| Architecture | Rocket Lake | Raptor Lake |

| Process node | 14 nm | 10 nm |

| Die size | 276 mm² | Not listed |

| L2 cache | 512 KB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 16 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | Not listed |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | None | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Production status | End-of-life | Active |

| Release date | 2021-03-15 | 2023-01-03 |

| Launch MSRP | $374 | $502 |

| Multiplier unlocked | Yes | No |

| Part number | SRKNN | SRMJ0 |

Where Each One Wins

The 11700KF takes the lead in rendering and integer-heavy tasks. It wins Cinebench R23 single-core and multi-core, Cinebench R15 single-core, Cinebench R20 single-core and multi-core, 3DMark 16-thread, 8-thread, 4-thread, and max-thread tests, PassMark integer math, data compression, extended instructions, and random string sorting. These results suggest a strong fit for video encoding, 3D rendering, and data processing workloads.

The 13620H wins in physics simulation, prime number finding, floating-point math, and several single-thread or low-thread tests. It takes PassMark physics, find prime numbers, floating-point math, single-thread, multithread, data encryption, 3DMark single-thread, 2-thread, and Cinebench R15 multi-core. This points to advantages in scientific computing, physics engines, and tasks that rely heavily on floating-point throughput. The 13620H also brings integrated graphics and a lower TDP, making it suitable for mobile systems where the 11700KF cannot be used at all.