i5-13600k delivers minimal Cinebench results.
i5-13600k delivers minimal Cinebench results.
Your Cinebench r23 scores are around 10,900, which is lower than expected for a 13600k processor (23k-24k should be typical). Your system specs include a CPU, motherboard, RAM, cooler, GPU, and power supply. According to HWiNFO64, the CPU is handling workloads well and temperatures stay under 70°C, so thermal throttling isn’t an issue. However, the power consumption from the CPU package is consistently around 135W, which feels high and might be a concern. You made one BIOS change enabling XMP for RAM, and you've adjusted power limits both automatically and manually without improvement. It’s possible the issue lies elsewhere—such as a motherboard problem or an incorrect BIOS setting. Consider checking other components and consulting your motherboard’s documentation for compatibility.
Check the bios for unlocked power caps above 200W. You did it, noticed the B660 specs, and realized you were on the latest updates!
I needed to update the BIOS for the 13th generation processor. It's the F20 edition. I'm planning to look into getting a new motherboard as a possible solution.
I recall the thread but I'm facing the same problem right now. Have you ever fixed this issue before?
Your Cinebench results seem significantly lower than expected. A 13600K on a B660 board should easily exceed 24,000 points in R23. This discrepancy may stem from Intel’s Undervolt Protection (UVP) setting. Check your BIOS for an option to disable UVP, as newer versions often require manual adjustment. Older BIOS releases might not activate it automatically. Some users reported success by installing a BIOS that supports 13th Gen CPUs. HWiNFO can indicate whether UVP is active or not. If you don’t see this info, let me know and I’ll connect you with the latest ThrottleStop beta. It reveals UVP status and the BIOS microcode version in use. The screenshot indicates the CPU disregards the -125 mV undervolt command when UVP is on. I’ve assisted many with undervolting the 13600K on B660 boards after disabling UVP. Reducing voltage can lower CPU temperatures by about 20°C during Cinebench runs. It’s frustrating that Intel has made this adjustment, which appears to harm performance. This situation is common—many are experiencing similar issues.