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Intel Core i7-12700TE vs Intel Core i7-13790F: Comparison
Intel Core i7-12700TE and Intel Core i7-13790F separate most on l3 cache: Intel Core i7-12700TE at 22 MB, Intel Core i7-13790F at 30 MB, 27% in favour of Intel Core i7-13790F. They match on form factor and socket.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Desktop | Desktop |
| Release Year | 2022 | 2023 |
| TDP | 35 W | 65 W |
| iGPU | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | None |
| Socket | LGA 1700 | LGA 1700 |
| L3 Cache | 22 MB-27% | 30 MB |
| Cores | 12 | 16 |
| Threads | 20 | 24 |
| Base Clock | 1.4 GHz | 2.1 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz | 5.0 GHz |
| Architecture | Alder Lake | Raptor Lake |
Verdict
Intel Core i7-12700TE
7.8 / 10 Expert Rating
The Intel Core i7-12700TE is a low-power desktop chip built for compact and quiet small-form-factor systems.
Intel Core i7-13790F
8.1 / 10 Expert Rating
The Intel Core i7-13790F is a graphics-less desktop chip, a good value pick for builds already using a discrete GPU.




