SYSTEM ANALYZER

Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13400E + AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT

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85 / 100
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Top 15% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
78%
VS
GPU
92%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-13400E

6,638 Benchmark Score
Top 22% Market Ranking
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GRAPHICS CARD

AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT

24,442 Benchmark Score
Top 8% Market Ranking
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Market Position

How your build compares to others
Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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Strong Performance

Excellent for 1440p gaming. Most games will run at high/ultra settings smoothly.

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Performance Tiers Explained

90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

4K 60+ FPS VR Ready
70-89

High-End

1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

1440p Ultra 4K High
50-69

Mid-Range

1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

1080p Ultra 1440p Med
30-49

Entry Level

1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports
0-29

Legacy

Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

Balance and Bottleneck

The Intel Core i5-13400E and AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT pairing presents a balanced desktop configuration, but the data indicates that workload demands will dictate which component becomes the constraining factor. The CPU sits at the 62nd percentile against all processors, while the GPU reaches the 70th percentile against all GPUs, and the combined percentile of 66 suggests neither component dramatically overshadows the other in overall capability.

For multi-threaded productivity workloads, the CPU is the clear workhorse. The Core i5-13400E delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22950, which places it in a competitive position against much more expensive high-end parts. This score indicates that the processor can sustain heavy all-core loads without the GPU becoming relevant, as rendering workloads rarely stress the graphics card to its full potential. Conversely, in gaming scenarios, the RX 6600 XT's superior percentile ranking means the GPU will typically be the limiting factor at higher resolutions, while the CPU's single-core performance of 3240 in Cinebench R23 ensures it can feed frames adequately at lower settings.

The FPS scaling picture is important here. Since no measured FPS data exists for this exact combination, the bottleneck analysis relies on benchmark scores. The CPU's single-core performance is strong enough to avoid becoming a severe constraint in most games, but the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth will cap frame rates in demanding titles. The deltaPct values against nearest rivals further contextualize the balance: the CPU trails the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X by only 0.1% and leads the Intel Core i9-12900E by 0.4%, showing near-parity with those parts. The GPU, meanwhile, leads the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1630 by 0.7% and trails the Intel Arc A350M by 0.8%, indicating it sits in a tight performance cluster.

The practical bottleneck conclusion is workload-dependent. For CPU-bound tasks like code compilation or spreadsheet processing, the processor's 10 cores and 16 threads will be the active component. For GPU-bound tasks like 3D rendering or gaming, the graphics card's 10.60 TFLOPS FP32 throughput will be the ceiling. The memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s on the GPU versus the CPU's dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 support means data transfer rates will vary significantly by workload type.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i5-13400E's average benchmark score of 6638 places it at the 62nd percentile among all CPUs, which is a solid mid-pack position. Its nearest rivals in aggregate scoring are remarkably close: the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X averages 6647 (a 0.1% advantage for the AMD part), the Intel Core i9-9940X averages 6657 (0.3% ahead), and the Intel Core i9-12900E averages 6611 (0.4% behind). This clustering shows that the 13400E delivers performance statistically indistinguishable from much older high-end HEDT parts.

Breaking down the CPU benchmarks reveals consistent scaling across Cinebench versions. The R15 multi-core score of 2313 and single-core score of 326 establish a baseline. R20 improves to 9639 multi-core and 1360 single-core. R23 reaches 22950 multi-core and 3240 single-core. The multi-core scaling from R15 to R23 reflects the processor's ability to maintain performance across sustained loads, while single-core scores show strong per-thread efficiency.

The RX 6600 XT's average benchmark score of 24442 places it at the 70th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals in aggregate scoring are the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1630 at 24277 (0.7% behind the AMD card), the Intel Arc A350M at 24647 (0.8% ahead), and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti at 24236 (0.8% behind). The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER at 24170 trails by 1.1%, which is remarkable given the generational difference. The GPU's individual benchmark scores show substantial compute capability: Geekbench Metal reaches 88720, OpenCL 80503, and Vulkan 72417. The Passmark G3D score of 16461 indicates strong rasterization performance, while the Passmark GPU Compute score of 7520 reflects decent general-purpose compute.

The combined picture shows a desktop build where both components perform above the median for their respective categories. The CPU's 62nd percentile and GPU's 70th percentile create a system that is slightly more graphics-capable than processor-capable, which aligns with typical gaming and content creation priorities.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT is built on the Navi 23 chip using RDNA 2.0 architecture on a 7 nm TSMC process. The die contains 11,060 million transistors across a 237 mm² area, yielding a transistor density of 46.7 million per mm². The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 256.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This memory configuration is adequate for 1080p and entry-level 1440p gaming, but the 128-bit bus width means bandwidth is not a standout feature.

Clock speeds are substantial: the base clock runs at 1968 MHz, the game clock at 2359 MHz, and the boost clock reaches 2589 MHz. Memory operates at 2000 MHz with 16 Gbps effective transfer. The shading array includes 2048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 64 render output units. The pixel rate of 165.7 GPixel/s and texture rate of 331.4 GTexel/s indicate balanced rasterization throughput. FP32 performance of 10.60 TFLOPS is the headline compute figure, with FP16 at 21.21 TFLOPS using a 2:1 ratio.

The GPU includes 32 ray-tracing cores, which places it in the hardware-accelerated ray tracing tier, though the implementation is first-generation RDNA 2.0 rather than the more refined RDNA 3.0. DirectX 12 Ultimate support with feature level 12_2 ensures compatibility with modern rendering APIs, and Vulkan 1.4 support provides additional flexibility for cross-platform workloads.

Benchmark results show strong compute performance relative to the GPU's rasterization scores. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 1804 indicates moderate DX12 gaming capability. The Geekbench scores are notably high: Metal at 88720, OpenCL at 80503, and Vulkan at 72417. These compute scores suggest the GPU is well-suited for acceleration in applications that leverage OpenCL or Vulkan compute, which includes many rendering and simulation tools. The Passmark DirectX scores vary by version: DirectX 9 at 194, DirectX 10 at 109, DirectX 11 at 163, and DirectX 12 at 61. The G2D score of 912 indicates competent 2D performance, while the G3D score of 16461 confirms solid gaming capability.

The 70th percentile ranking among all GPUs means the RX 6600 XT outperforms roughly 70% of graphics cards in the database. This is a strong mid-range position, and the nearest rival deltas of under 1.1% show that many similarly-scored GPUs are essentially interchangeable in aggregate performance.

Who Should Build It

The data indicates this build targets gamers who prioritize 1080p high-refresh gaming and content creators who need balanced CPU and GPU performance without the expense of top-tier components. The CPU's 62nd percentile and GPU's 70th percentile place this system firmly in the upper-midrange desktop category, suitable for users who want strong performance across a variety of tasks rather than extreme specialization.

For gamers at 1080p, the RX 6600 XT's 10.60 TFLOPS FP32 and 16461 Passmark G3D score provide enough rasterization headroom for high settings in most titles. The CPU's single-core score of 3240 in Cinebench R23 ensures that frame pacing remains consistent in CPU-light scenarios. At 1440p, the GPU becomes the primary constraint, but the 8 GB VRAM and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for moderate settings in many titles.

Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22950 is competitive with much more expensive processors, making this build viable for hobbyist or prosumer rendering workloads. The GPU's compute scores, particularly the 80503 OpenCL and 72417 Vulkan results, provide acceleration for GPU-accelerated effects and rendering in compatible applications.

Software developers will appreciate the CPU's 65 W TDP and efficient 10 nm process. The processor's dual-channel memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 provides flexibility in platform selection. Students and small business workstations will find the balance of CPU and GPU performance adequate for office productivity, light content creation, and occasional gaming. The CPU's integrated UHD Graphics 730 provides a fallback for basic display output without the discrete GPU, which is useful for troubleshooting or power-saving scenarios.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming at 1080p: The RX 6600 XT's 165.7 GPixel/s pixel rate and 2048 shading units support high frame rates in esports titles, while the CPU's 3240 single-core Cinebench R23 score keeps frame times low. The GPU's 70th percentile ranking ensures it outperforms the majority of graphics cards in the database, making 144 Hz monitors achievable in many titles at medium-to-high settings.

Streaming: The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads provide dedicated headroom for encoding while gaming. The GPU's Vulkan score of 72417 indicates reasonable compute capability for GPU-accelerated encoding in compatible software, though the lack of dedicated tensor cores means hardware encoding quality will rely on the CPU or the GPU's fixed-function encoders.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22950 provides strong export and render times in software like Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve. The GPU's OpenCL score of 80503 accelerates effects and color grading in applications that leverage OpenCL compute. The 8 GB VRAM is adequate for 1080p and light 4K timelines.

3D rendering: The CPU's multi-core performance handles CPU-based renderers effectively, while the GPU's 10.60 TFLOPS FP32 and 32 ray-tracing cores support GPU-based renderers like Blender Cycles or V-Ray. The 256.0 GB/s bandwidth may limit performance in texture-heavy scenes, but the overall compute throughput is respectable for a mid-range card.

Software development: The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads accelerate compilation, and the 65 W TDP keeps cooling requirements modest. The dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 memory support allows developers to choose platforms based on budget or performance needs. The GPU's compute scores can accelerate certain development workloads like machine learning inference or shader compilation.

Student and office work: The balanced CPU and GPU performance handles productivity suites, web browsing, and light multitasking without strain. The CPU's integrated graphics provide a low-power fallback, and the GPU's 2D score of 912 is more than sufficient for spreadsheet and document rendering.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's average benchmark score and percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Core i5-13400E has an average benchmark score of 6638, placing it at the 62nd percentile among all CPUs.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration and bandwidth?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 256.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: How does the CPU compare to the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X?

A: The Core i5-13400E trails the Threadripper 2950X by only 0.1% in average benchmark score, with scores of 6638 and 6647 respectively.

Q: Does the GPU support hardware ray tracing?

A: Yes, the RX 6600 XT has 32 ray-tracing cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate with feature level 12_2.

Q: What is the combined percentile of this CPU and GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile for the desktop build is 66.

Q: What is the GPU's FP32 compute performance?

A: The RX 6600 XT delivers 10.60 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 21.21 TFLOPS of FP16 performance with a 2:1 ratio.

Q: What memory types does the CPU support?

A: The Core i5-13400E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13400E is a 13th-generation Raptor Lake processor built on Intel's 10 nm process. It has 10 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The 65 W TDP makes it an efficient choice for desktop builds, and it fits the Intel Socket 1700 platform. The processor uses the Raptor Lake-S architecture with a die size of 215 mm².

Cache hierarchy is substantial: 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. This cache configuration supports the processor's strong single-core performance, which is reflected in the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3240. The CPU supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory, includes ECC memory support, and provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The integrated UHD Graphics 730 provides basic display capabilities.

The benchmark results show consistent scaling across Cinebench versions. The R15 multi-core score of 2313 represents a baseline, which improves to 9639 in R20 and 22950 in R23. This progression indicates excellent multi-core efficiency. The single-core scores of 326 in R15, 1360 in R20, and 3240 in R23 show strong per-thread performance that keeps the CPU competitive in lightly-threaded workloads.

The 62nd percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 6638 place the 13400E in the upper-midrange of processors. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X, Intel Core i9-9940X, Intel Core i9-12900E, and Intel Pentium Gold G6405, with deltaPct values ranging from -0.3% to 0.5%. This tight clustering means the 13400E delivers performance equivalent to much more expensive parts in aggregate benchmarks, though the specific workload characteristics differ. The processor's 10 cores and 16 threads are a practical configuration for both gaming and productivity, and the 4.60 GHz boost clock ensures responsive single-threaded performance. The multiplier is locked, meaning overclocking is not supported, but the factory boost behavior provides adequate performance for most users.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build pairing the Intel Core i5-13400E with the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT. The CPU is a mainstream Raptor Lake processor with 10 cores and 16 threads, while the GPU is a RDNA 2.0 mid-range card with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. The combined percentile of 66 indicates this system outperforms 66% of all CPU and GPU pairings in the database.

The CPU's 62nd percentile and the GPU's 70th percentile create a system where the graphics card is slightly stronger relative to its peers than the processor. This is a common configuration for gaming-focused builds, where GPU performance matters more than CPU throughput. The CPU's 65 W TDP keeps the system easy to cool, while the GPU's 160 W TDP and suggested 450 W PSU requirement mean a modest power supply is sufficient.

The overall tier is upper-midrange, suitable for 1080p gaming at high settings and productivity work like video editing and 3D rendering. The CPU's strong multi-core performance and the GPU's solid rasterization and compute scores make this a versatile pairing. The GPU is marked as end-of-life production status, which means it is no longer being manufactured, but the CPU remains active. This build represents a practical balance of performance and efficiency, with the CPU's 10 nm process and the GPU's 7 nm process both contributing to reasonable power consumption.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for the Intel Core i5-13400E and AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT combination. The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this exact pairing, so all frame rate figures below are estimated from benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations rather than empirical results.

Based on the GPU's Passmark G3D score of 16461 and the CPU's Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3240, 1080p gaming performance should be strong for most titles. The GPU's 70th percentile ranking suggests it outperforms the majority of graphics cards, which translates to high settings at 1080p in demanding games and very high settings in esports titles. The 8 GB VRAM and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth provide sufficient memory bandwidth for 1080p textures, though 1440p gaming will require reduced settings in VRAM-intensive titles.

The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads ensure that even CPU-heavy games will have sufficient processing headroom. The 4.60 GHz boost clock supports high frame rates in games that depend on single-thread performance. The GPU's 32 ray-tracing cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing, but the first-generation RDNA 2.0 implementation means ray-traced performance will be modest compared to higher-tier cards. For competitive gaming, the GPU's 165.7 GPixel/s pixel rate and the CPU's strong single-core scores should support frame rates well above 100 FPS in most esports titles at 1080p. For AAA games, 60-100 FPS at high settings is a reasonable expectation, with performance varying by title and scene complexity.