The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 13th Generation processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, designed for users who want a balanced system for gaming and productivity. It utilizes a hybrid design with 10 cores, combining 6 Performance-cores for demanding tasks and 4 Efficient-cores to handle background processes, providing a total of 16 threads. This setup allows the chip to reach a max turbo frequency of 4.60 GHz, supported by 20 MB of Intel Smart Cache to keep data flowing smoothly during intensive workloads. Built on the Intel 7 process and fitting the LGA1700 socket, this CPU is versatile in its memory options, supporting both DDR4 up to 3200 MT/s and DDR5 up to 4800 MT/s with a maximum capacity of 192 GB. It includes PCIe 5.0 support for the latest high-speed components and operates with a TDP of 65 W, making it relatively energy-efficient. Since this is an F-series model, it does not have integrated graphics, so you will need a dedicated graphics card to get a display output. This specific tray version comes as the processor only, without a retail box or cooler, which is ideal for builders who already have their own cooling solution.