CPU Comparison
Intel Core i7-13850HX vs Intel Core i7-14700HX
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Core i7-13850HX is a formidable mobile processor engineered for enthusiast-grade gaming laptops and mobile workstations, boasting a massive 20-core design.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Near workstation-class performance for heavy rendering.
The 12 E-cores provide massive throughput for mobile rendering.
Gaming
Will not bottleneck any current mobile GPU.
Top-tier mobile gaming performance, easily driving high-end mobile GPUs.
Virtualization
Easily handles multiple heavy VMs.
Excellent for running local VMs on a laptop.
Efficiency
Very high power draw and heat output.
Very high power draw limits battery life significantly.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- DLBoost accelerates AI tasks
- High core count great for local inference
- Ample PCIe lanes for AI accelerators
- Strong CPU-based AI inference due to 28 threads.
- Includes DLBoost for enhanced AI operations.
- Lacks a dedicated NPU found in newer Meteor Lake chips.
Content Creation
Gaming
- Exceptional single-thread performance
- High cache size benefits gaming
- Requires top-tier cooling
- Ideal pairing with mobile RTX 4080 and 4090 GPUs.
- 5.5 GHz boost maximizes framerates in eSports titles.
- Requires substantial laptop cooling to maintain boost clocks.
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- Massive 20-core / 28-thread count
- Excellent 5.3 GHz boost clock
- 30MB L3 cache improves gaming and rendering
- PCIe 5.0 and DDR5-5600 support
- Unlocked for overclocking
Cons
- Very high power consumption (157W turbo)
- Requires heavy cooling systems
- Expensive compared to lower-tier i7s
- Poor battery life
Pros
- 20 cores and 28 threads offer incredible mobile multi-core performance.
- Up to 5.5 GHz clock speed for elite mobile gaming.
- Includes UHD 770 graphics with Quick Sync support.
- Supports PCIe 5.0 for next-gen mobile GPUs and SSDs.
- Unlocked for OEM and enthusiast tuning.
Cons
- Very high power draw (up to 157W) requires thick, heavy laptops.
- Generates substantial heat requiring robust cooling.
- Battery life will be very poor during intense workloads.
- Significantly more expensive than lower-tier mobile CPUs.
Competitors & Alternatives
Intel Core i7-13850HX
- AMD Ryzen 9 7845HXRival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 9 7945HXRival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i9-13900HXRival
Mobile
- Intel Core i9-12900HXRival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 9 6980HXRival
Mobile
Slightly cheaper with very similar gaming performance.
Compare head-to-headBetter value if you don't need 20 cores.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 7 7745HXAlt
Great single-core gaming performance at a lower price.
Intel Core i7-14700HX
- AMD Ryzen 9 7945HXRival
Mobile Workstation
- AMD Ryzen 9 7940HXRival
Mobile Gaming
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i9-13900HXRival
Mobile Gaming
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i9-14900HXRival
Mobile Workstation
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core i7-14650HXRival
Mobile Gaming
- AMD Ryzen 9 7940HSAlt
Better efficiency for slightly thinner gaming laptops.
Previous generation with very similar 20-core performance.
Compare head-to-head
Our Verdict on Each
An absolute powerhouse that blurs the line between desktop and mobile, offering i9-level core counts at a slightly lower price point.
Best for: High-end mobile workstations and enthusiast gaming laptops
Read the full reviewA beastly mobile CPU that mirrors the desktop 14700K, offering unparalleled multi-core performance for demanding laptop users.
Best for: Buying a top-tier desktop replacement gaming laptop.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is faster for gaming, Intel Core i7-13850HX or Intel Core i7-14700HX?
For gaming, the Intel Core i7-14700HX leads with a gaming performance score of 93/100 among Intel Core i7-13850HX and Intel Core i7-14700HX.
Do Intel Core i7-13850HX and Intel Core i7-14700HX use the same socket?
Yes — all of these CPUs use the Intel BGA 1964 socket, so they share compatible motherboards.