Intel Core i7-12700F vs Intel Core i7-13705H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head comparison between the Intel Core i7-12700F and the Intel Core i7-13705H reveals a lopsided contest: the desktop part wins 13 of the 17 recorded benchmarks, while the mobile part takes 4. The margin of victory, however, tells a more nuanced story than the raw win count.

The i7-12700F dominates in multi-threaded rendering workloads. In Cinebench R15 multicore, it scores 2610 against 1612 for the i7-13705H, a 61.9% advantage. The Cinebench R20 multicore test shows a similar pattern: 10,767 versus 6,719, which is a 60.2% lead. These are the largest deltas in the entire comparison, and they indicate a fundamental difference in sustained multi-core throughput.

The desktop processor also wins decisively in several PassMark sub-tests. Data compression sees the i7-12700F score 384,463 against 273,720, a 40.5% gap. Extended instructions favor the desktop chip by 56.8% (24,783 versus 15,810). Random string sorting shows a 36.1% edge (39,852 versus 29,285). Floating-point math results in an 81,804 to 63,064 score, a 29.7% advantage. Integer math is similarly one-sided at 107,013 versus 85,927, which is a 24.5% lead. The multithread PassMark score also reflects this trend: 30,445 versus 24,460, again 24.5% in favor of the i7-12700F.

Data encryption shows the desktop chip ahead by 23.7% (20,185 versus 16,324). Even the single-threaded PassMark test, where the mobile part might be expected to compete given its higher boost clock, goes to the i7-12700F: 3,850 versus 3,483, a 10.5% margin. The i7-12700F also wins in Cinebench R15 multicore (2,610 versus 1,612, a 61.9% lead) and Cinebench R15 singlecore (271 versus 227, a 19.4% lead). Cinebench R20 singlecore shows the same 60.2% delta as the multicore version, with scores of 1,519 versus 948.

The i7-13705H takes its four wins in specific workloads. Cinebench R23 multicore goes to the mobile chip: 15,998 versus 15,291, a 4.4% margin. The single-core Cinebench R23 result is more pronounced, with 2,258 versus 1,898, a 15.9% lead. In PassMark physics, the mobile part scores 1,854 against 1,488, a 19.7% advantage. PassMark find prime numbers also goes to the i7-13705H, with 116 versus 98, a 15.5% edge.

Notably, the two Cinebench R23 results (both multi and single core) are the only rendering tests where the mobile chip wins, suggesting its newer architecture and higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz matter under specific load conditions.

Where Each One Wins

The i7-12700F is the clear winner for multi-threaded productivity and sustained compute. Its Cinebench R20 multicore score of 10,767 versus 6,719 represents a 60.2% advantage, which is the kind of margin that shows up in video rendering, 3D scene compilation, and other fully-threaded tasks. The PassMark suite reinforces this: data compression (40.5% ahead), data encryption (23.7% ahead), extended instructions (56.8% ahead), floating-point math (29.7% ahead), integer math (24.5% ahead), and random string sorting (36.1% ahead) all favor the desktop part. For anyone running heavily threaded batch jobs, the i7-12700F is the stronger choice.

The i7-13705H wins where single-core turbo and specific algorithmic loads matter. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,258 is 15.9% higher, which can benefit lightly threaded applications such as spreadsheets, web browsing, and some legacy software. The physics score in PassMark (1,854 versus 1,488) suggests a particular advantage in certain simulation or physics-based calculations. The find-prime-numbers result (116 versus 98) points to a strength in integer-heavy loop operations. The R23 multicore win (4.4% margin) is notable, but it is the only multithreaded test where the mobile chip leads.

The Verdict

Based on the recorded data, the Intel Core i7-12700F is the more capable processor for the majority of workloads. It wins 13 of 17 benchmarks, and its margins in the heavy multithreaded tests (60%+ in Cinebench R20) are far larger than the i7-13705H's margins in its four wins. The desktop chip also wins all but one of the PassMark tests, with the single exception being the physics test. The average benchmark scores reinforce this: the i7-13705H has an average score of 32,076, while the i7-12700F sits at 31,081, but the head-to-head comparison still favors the desktop part in more areas.

The i7-13705H is the pick for users who specifically need the Cinebench R23 single-core performance or the physics-related results. It also is the only one of the two with integrated graphics (Iris Xe Graphics 96EU), which is relevant for systems without a discrete GPU. However, the data shows that for general productivity, compression, encryption, and most math workloads, the i7-12700F is the stronger part.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The i7-13705H has a higher average benchmark score at 32,076, compared to the i7-12700F's 31,081. This is a 1.9% difference.

Q: What is the largest single-benchmark margin in the comparison?

A: The largest margin is in Cinebench R15 multicore, where the i7-12700F leads by 61.9% (2,610 versus 1,612).

Q: Does the i7-13705H win any Cinebench tests?

A: Yes, it wins both Cinebench R23 multi and single core, with margins of 4.4% and 15.9% respectively.

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread PassMark score?

A: The i7-12700F scores 3,850, which is 10.5% higher than the i7-13705H's 3,483.

Q: How many total benchmark wins does each chip have?

A: The i7-12700F wins 13 benchmarks, and the i7-13705H wins 4 benchmarks.

Q: What is the comparison on the physics workload?

A: The i7-13705H wins the PassMark physics test, scoring 1,854 versus 1,488 for the i7-12700F, a 19.7% advantage.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different generations and architectures. The i7-12700F is Alder Lake-S (12th Gen), while the i7-13705H is Raptor Lake-H (13th Gen). The desktop part has 12 cores and 20 threads, while the mobile part has 14 cores and 20 threads. The core count difference is notable, but the thread count is identical due to the desktop design using a different core mix.

The i7-12700F features a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, while the i7-13705H has a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The mobile chip has a higher boost clock to compensate for its lower power envelope. The desktop part has a TDP of 65 W, while the mobile part is rated at 45 W. The socket is also different: the i7-12700F uses Intel Socket 1700, and the i7-13705H uses Intel BGA 1744.

The L1 cache is the same at 80 KB per core. The L2 cache differs: the i7-12700F has 1.25 MB per core, while the i7-13705H has 2 MB per core. The L3 cache is 25 MB (shared) for the desktop part and 24 MB (shared) for the mobile part. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and neither supports ECC memory. The PCIe interface is Gen 5, but the i7-12700F has 16 lanes (CPU only), while the i7-13705H has 8 lanes (CPU only). The i7-13705H includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe Graphics 96EU), while the i7-12700F has no integrated graphics listed.

Specification Differences

The table below lists only the fields where the two processors differ:

| Specification | Intel Core i7-12700F | Intel Core i7-13705H |

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

| Series | Core 12th Gen | Core 13th Gen |

| Cores | 12 | 14 |

| Base Clock | 2.10 GHz | 2.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.90 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 45 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel BGA 1744 |

| Architecture | Alder Lake | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Alder Lake-S | Raptor Lake-H |

| Generation | Core i7 (Alder Lake-S) | Core i7 (Raptor Lake-H) |

| Die Size | 215 mm² | 257 mm² |

| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 25 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | None | Iris Xe Graphics 96EU |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2022-01-03 | 2023-01-03 |

| Launch MSRP | $324 | $502 |

| Part Number | SRL4R | SRMHV |

The differences in core count (14 versus 12), base and boost clocks, TDP (65 W versus 45 W), and the presence of integrated graphics are the most significant. The mobile part's higher boost clock and slightly larger L2 cache (2 MB versus 1.25 MB per core) suggest a design tuned for short bursts, while the desktop part's higher TDP and larger L3 cache (25 MB versus 24 MB) support sustained multi-threaded load. The PCIe lane count also differs: 16 lanes for the desktop and 8 for the mobile. The release dates are one year apart, with the i7-12700F launching on 2022-01-03 and the i7-13705H on 2023-01-03. The launch MSRP for the i7-12700F is $324, and for the i7-13705H it is $502.