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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13400E + AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT

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Intel Core i5-13400E

6,638 Benchmark Score

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# FAQ

Q: What is the Intel Core i5-13400E's position among all CPUs?

A: The Core i5-13400E sits at the 62nd percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score of 6638 places it virtually level with the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X (6647, only 0.1% lower) and the Intel Core i9-9940X (6657, 0.3% lower). It edges out the Intel Core i9-12900E by 0.4% and the Intel Pentium Gold G6405 by 0.5%.

Q: How does the Radeon RX 6800 XT compare to its closest GPU rivals?

A: The RX 6800 XT holds the 85th percentile among all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 48477. It runs 1.5% ahead of the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile (47743), while trailing the Intel Arc A550M by 2.5% (49737), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti by 3% (49957), and the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 by 3% (50001).

Q: Does this build support DDR4 and DDR5 memory?

A: Yes. The Intel Core i5-13400E natively supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory through its dual-channel memory bus. This flexibility allows builders to choose either memory generation depending on platform cost and availability.

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

A: The Radeon RX 6800 XT comes with 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 2000 MHz (16 Gbps effective). This large frame buffer is particularly relevant for high-resolution textures and compute workloads.

Q: Is the CPU overclockable?

A: No. The Intel Core i5-13400E has a locked multiplier (multiplierUnlocked: false). It runs at a 2.40 GHz base clock and 4.60 GHz boost clock. Users cannot manually overclock via multiplier adjustment, though the chip's boost behavior is automatic.

Q: What PCIe version does the platform support?

A: The CPU provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 bus interface. This means the graphics card has ample bandwidth, and the CPU's Gen 5 lanes are available for future storage or expansion devices that support the newer standard.

Q: What is the GPU's power connector requirement and PSU suggestion?

A: The Radeon RX 6800 XT requires two 8-pin power connectors and has a 300 W TDP. The suggested PSU rating is 700 W. Builders should ensure their power supply has the correct connectors and wattage headroom.

# GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture using TSMC's 7 nm process node. The Navi 21 chip contains 26,800 million transistors on a 520 mm² die, resulting in a transistor density of 51.5M per mm². The GPU is a dual-slot card measuring 267 mm (10.5 inches) in length, 120 mm (4.7 inches) in height, and 50 mm (2 inches) in width, with display outputs including 1x HDMI 2.1, 2x DisplayPort 1.4a, and 1x USB Type-C.

Memory configuration is substantial for a card in this class. The 16 GB GDDR6 frame buffer on a 256-bit bus provides 512.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 2000 MHz with 16 Gbps effective data rate. This capacity proves valuable for high-resolution texture packs, large compute buffers, and workloads that exceed the 8–12 GB limits found on many competing cards. The 256-bit bus width, while narrower than some flagships, is compensated by the high effective memory speed.

Clock speeds are aggressive. The base clock sits at 1825 MHz, the game clock at 2015 MHz, and the boost clock at 2250 MHz. These frequencies, combined with 4608 shading units, 288 texture mapping units, and 128 raster operations pipelines, yield a pixel rate of 288.0 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 648.0 GTexel/s. The FP32 compute throughput reaches 20.74 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 41.47 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio). This raw compute power positions the card well for both gaming and content creation tasks that leverage shader-based rendering.

Ray tracing hardware is present in the form of 72 RT cores. The card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, meaning it can handle modern graphics APIs and ray-traced effects in supported titles. The lack of dedicated tensor cores (tensorCores: null) means AI-accelerated workloads that rely on Tensor Core hardware (as found in NVIDIA offerings) are not applicable here; however, the card's FP16 throughput is still available for compute tasks that use shader-based approaches.

Benchmark results show a mixed but generally strong picture. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3689 reflects modern DX12 gaming performance. Geekbench scores are notably high: 181337 in Metal, 171304 in OpenCL, and 136875 in Vulkan. Passmark scores vary by API version, with DirectX 9 at 265, DirectX 10 at 155, DirectX 11 at 264, and DirectX 12 at 100. The Passmark G3D score of 24980 and GPU Compute score of 13245 round out the compute picture. The GPU's 85th percentile among all GPUs and average benchmark score of 48477 confirm that this is a high-tier graphics card, within 3% of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and roughly level with the Intel Arc A550M and AMD Radeon RX Vega 64.

For rendering workloads, the combination of 16 GB VRAM, 512.0 GB/s bandwidth, and 20.74 TFLOPS FP32 makes this card suitable for GPU-accelerated rendering, video encoding, and 3D viewport work. The high pixel rate (288.0 GPixel/s) benefits rasterization-heavy scenes, while the texture rate (648.0 GTexel/s) handles complex material-heavy scenes without bottlenecking.

# Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i5-13400E delivers strong multi-threaded performance in Cinebench tests. Its Cinebench R15 multicore score is 2313, with a single-core score of 326. In Cinebench R20, the multicore score jumps to 9639 and single-core to 1360. The most recent Cinebench R23 results show a multicore score of 22950 and a single-core score of 3240. These numbers indicate a well-balanced CPU that excels in both multi-threaded productivity and single-threaded responsiveness.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 6638 places it at the 62nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X, scores 6647 (0.1% higher), and the Intel Core i9-9940X scores 6657 (0.3% higher). The Intel Core i9-12900E is 0.4% lower at 6611, and the Intel Pentium Gold G6405 is 0.5% lower at 6605. This clustering means the i5-13400E trades blows with older high-end HEDT and workstation chips, despite being a mainstream desktop part.

On the GPU side, the Radeon RX 6800 XT's average benchmark score of 48477 puts it at the 85th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA RTX A1000 Mobile (47743, 1.5% lower), the Intel Arc A550M (49737, 2.5% higher), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti (49957, 3% higher), and the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 (50001, 3% higher). The GPU is clearly the stronger component relative to its respective market, sitting 23 percentile points higher than the CPU.

The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pairing is 74, placing the build in the upper quarter of all configurations in the database. The combined picture reveals a system where the GPU is the dominant performance driver — its 85th percentile GPU ranking far exceeds the CPU's 62nd percentile. For gaming and GPU-accelerated tasks, the graphics card will be the primary determinant of frame rates. For CPU-bound workloads like compilation, physics simulation, or certain productivity tasks, the CPU's 62nd percentile position still represents a capable mainstream part, but it will not keep pace with top-tier HEDT CPUs in heavily threaded scenarios.

The data shows a system that punches above its CPU's weight class in graphics performance. Builders looking for high frame rates at demanding resolutions will find the GPU well-suited; those needing extreme multi-threaded compute may find the CPU the limiting factor.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the Intel Core i5-13400E and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is skewed toward the GPU. The GPU's 85th percentile versus the CPU's 62nd percentile creates a gap of 23 points, indicating that in most gaming scenarios, the GPU will be the performance ceiling. At lower resolutions (1080p), the CPU's single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3240) will matter more, potentially becoming a bottleneck in high-refresh-rate titles that demand fast per-thread processing. At higher resolutions (1440p and 4K), the GPU's workload increases, and the CPU's influence on frame rates diminishes.

The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads provide solid multi-threading for background tasks, streaming, and productivity workloads. However, its 62nd percentile rank means it trails the top 38% of CPUs in the database. In heavily CPU-bound games or applications that use more than 16 threads efficiently, the i5-13400E may limit performance. The Radeon RX 6800 XT, by contrast, sits in the top 15% of GPUs, meaning it can outrun the CPU in scenarios where the CPU cannot feed it enough data.

The GPU's 16 GB VRAM and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth are not matched by the CPU's 20 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel memory support. When the CPU needs to feed the GPU with geometry or draw calls, the memory bandwidth of the system (DDR4 or DDR5 depending on platform choice) will play a role. The CPU's PCIe Gen 5 lanes (16 lanes) provide future-proofing, but the GPU only uses PCIe 4.0 x16, which is not a bottleneck for this card.

In compute workloads that use the GPU (e.g., rendering, machine learning inference), the CPU's role is to prepare data and dispatch work. The i5-13400E's 10 cores can handle this adequately, but users with extremely complex scenes may see the CPU delay GPU task submission. Conversely, in CPU-bound tasks like code compilation, spreadsheet analysis, or single-threaded legacy applications, the GPU's power goes unused, and the CPU's 62nd percentile position defines performance.

Overall, this pairing is well-balanced for 1440p and 4K gaming, where the GPU dominates. At 1080p with a high-refresh monitor, the CPU may become the limiting factor in esports titles. For mixed productivity and gaming, the balance is reasonable, but users should recognize that the GPU is the star component.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-13400E uses Intel Socket 1700, the platform for Raptor Lake and Alder Lake desktop processors. This socket supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders a choice between the two memory generations. The CPU has a dual-channel memory bus, and ECC memory is supported, which is a notable feature for workstation-oriented builds. The platform's PCIe Gen 5 support (16 lanes from the CPU) is forward-looking, though current GPUs and most storage devices use PCIe 4.0 or lower.

The CPU's TDP is 65 W, which is modest for a 10-core processor. This means a capable air cooler will suffice, and the platform does not require exotic cooling solutions. The GPU, however, has a 300 W TDP and requires two 8-pin power connectors. The suggested PSU rating is 700 W, which is a reasonable target for a system with this CPU and GPU. Builders should ensure their power supply has sufficient wattage and the required connectors.

The GPU is marked as End-of-life in production status, with a successor in the Navi III generation. Its launch MSRP was 649 USD. The CPU is Active in production status, released on 2023-01-03. This means the CPU remains available, while the GPU may be harder to source new.

A sensible next upgrade path depends on the bottleneck. For users who find the CPU limiting in multi-threaded workloads, upgrading to a higher-tier Socket 1700 CPU (e.g., an i7 or i9 from the same generation, if compatible with the motherboard's power delivery) would raise the CPU's percentile without changing the platform. For users who need more GPU performance, the RX 6800 XT's successor (Navi III) or other high-end cards would be the logical step, though the 85th percentile GPU already covers most gaming needs.

Memory upgrades are straightforward: the platform supports both DDR4 and DDR5, so users can choose based on motherboard support and budget. The CPU's 20 MB L3 cache and dual-channel bus mean memory speed can affect performance, particularly in CPU-bound scenarios. The PCIe Gen 5 lanes provide headroom for future NVMe storage devices that can exceed PCIe 4.0 speeds.

The platform's ECC support is a bonus for users who run memory-intensive workstation tasks where data integrity is critical. However, ECC requires compatible motherboards and memory modules, which may narrow component choices. Overall, the upgrade path is flexible, with the main decision being whether to stay on Socket 1700 for a future CPU or move to a newer platform.

# Who Should Build It

This CPU+GPU pairing suits gamers targeting 1440p or 4K resolution with high or ultra settings. The GPU's 85th percentile ensures high frame rates in most titles, and the 16 GB VRAM handles texture-heavy games without running out of memory. The CPU's 10 cores provide enough headroom for background streaming or recording while gaming.

Content creators working with video editing, 3D rendering, or graphic design will find the GPU's 20.74 TFLOPS FP32 and 16 GB VRAM beneficial for GPU-accelerated renderers. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22950 supports video encoding and multi-threaded effects. The combination allows for a single system that handles both creative tasks and gaming without compromise.

Developers compiling large codebases will benefit from the CPU's 16 threads and 20 MB L3 cache. The 62nd percentile CPU is not top-tier, but it is sufficient for most compilation workloads. The GPU's compute capabilities (Passmark GPU Compute score of 13245) can accelerate parallel tasks like unit testing or simulation, though not all development tools leverage GPU compute.

Students and small business workstations benefit from the platform's ECC memory support, which is rare in mainstream desktop CPUs. The 65 W CPU TDP keeps power consumption low for a 10-core part, reducing heat and electricity costs in office environments. The GPU's 300 W TDP is higher, but it can be underclocked or paired with a smaller PSU (though 700 W is suggested) for less demanding workloads.

The build is not ideal for users who prioritize CPU-bound tasks over GPU performance — the 62nd percentile CPU is the weaker link. Users with workloads that are purely single-threaded may find the CPU adequate but not exceptional. Similarly, those needing extreme multi-threaded compute (e.g., large-scale simulation) should look for CPUs in the 90th+ percentile.

For gamers with high-refresh 1080p monitors, the CPU may bottleneck the GPU in esports titles, making this pairing less optimal than a stronger CPU with a weaker GPU. However, for 1440p and 4K, the balance is excellent.

# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13400E is a 10-core, 16-thread desktop processor from the Core 13th Gen series, built on the Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-S codename). It uses Intel's 10 nm process node with a die size of 215 mm². The CPU features 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. This cache hierarchy is designed to reduce memory latency and improve performance in cache-sensitive workloads.

Clock speeds are 2.40 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost. The 65 W TDP is efficient for a 10-core chip, making it suitable for compact builds and lower-power environments. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, with ECC support as a notable feature. It has 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes (CPU only), which is forward-looking for storage and expansion. Integrated graphics come in the form of UHD Graphics 730, providing basic display output without a discrete GPU.

Benchmark results show a strong multi-threaded performance profile. Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22950 indicates the CPU handles heavily threaded workloads like video encoding, 3D rendering, and compilation with ease. The single-core score of 3240 in R23 is competitive for everyday responsiveness and gaming. Cinebench R20 scores (9639 multicore, 1360 single-core) and R15 scores (2313 multicore, 326 single-core) confirm scaling across benchmark versions.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 6638 places it at the 62nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are older high-end parts: the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X (6647, 0.1% higher), Intel Core i9-9940X (6657, 0.3% higher), Intel Core i9-12900E (6611, 0.4% lower), and Intel Pentium Gold G6405 (6605, 0.5% lower). This clustering suggests the i5-13400E performs on par with HEDT CPUs from a few generations ago, but lacks the extreme core counts of top-tier modern parts.

For real workloads, the CPU excels in tasks that use up to 16 threads. Video editing software, 3D modeling tools, and compilers can leverage the 10 cores (6 performance + 4 efficiency cores, though the exact hybrid configuration is not specified in the data) effectively. The 20 MB L3 cache helps with data reuse in complex scenes. Single-threaded performance, while not flagship-level, is sufficient for most applications.

The CPU is not unlocked for overclocking, so users rely on Intel's Turbo Boost behavior to reach 4.60 GHz. This limits enthusiast tuning but ensures stable operation within the 65 W TDP envelope. The production status is Active, and the release date is 2023-01-03. The part number is SRMG5. For a mainstream desktop CPU, the i5-13400E offers a solid balance of core count, clock speed, and power efficiency, making it a sensible choice for mid-range to upper-mid-range builds.

# Build Overview

The Intel Core i5-13400E + AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT pairing is a desktop-class build (buildClass: "desktop") that combines a mainstream 13th-gen Intel CPU with a high-end RDNA 2.0 GPU. The combined percentile of 74 places this configuration in the upper quarter of all builds in the database, indicating strong overall performance for gaming and productivity.

The CPU is a 10-core, 16-thread part with a 65 W TDP, representing a balanced mid-range processor that sits at the 62nd percentile of all CPUs. The GPU is a 16 GB RDNA 2.0 card with a 300 W TDP and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth, holding the 85th percentile among all GPUs. The GPU is clearly the performance leader in this pairing, offering near-top-tier graphics capabilities.

This build is best classified as a high-end gaming or content creation desktop. The GPU's 16 GB VRAM and 20.74 TFLOPS FP32 make it suitable for 4K gaming and GPU-accelerated rendering. The CPU's 10 cores handle multi-threaded productivity tasks, though it is not a top-tier compute part. The overall tier from the percentiles is "upper-mid-range to high-end," with the GPU raising the system above typical mid-range configurations.

The platform is Intel Socket 1700, supporting DDR4 and DDR5 memory, with PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU. The GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16, which is not a bottleneck. The power requirement is 700 W suggested PSU, with the GPU needing two 8-pin connectors. This build is not entry-level; it targets users who want high frame rates and solid compute performance without opting for the absolute top-tier (90th+ percentile) components.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination — the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data for the Intel Core i5-13400E paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT. The following FPS discussion is therefore estimated from the benchmark scores and component percentiles, not from direct testing.

Based on the GPU's 85th percentile and its benchmark scores (3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3689, Passmark G3D score of 24980), this build should deliver high frame rates at 1440p and 4K in most modern titles. The 16 GB VRAM ensures that texture-heavy games at ultra settings will not run out of memory, even with high-resolution texture packs. The 512.0 GB/s bandwidth supports fast texture streaming in open-world titles.

At 1080p, the CPU's single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3240) will be the primary factor. The 62nd percentile CPU may limit frame rates in esports titles that run at very high refresh rates (e.g., 240 Hz or higher). However, for 60–144 Hz gaming, the CPU is likely sufficient. At 1440p, the GPU becomes the bottleneck, and the build should excel with ultra settings in most games. At 4K, the GPU's 20.74 TFLOPS and 16 GB VRAM are well-suited, though the most demanding titles may require settings adjustments to maintain 60 FPS.

The GPU's nearest rivals — the Intel Arc A550M (2.5% higher average score) and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti (3% higher) — suggest the RX 6800 XT performs slightly below these newer or mobile parts. The RTX A1000 Mobile is 1.5% lower, indicating the RX 6800 XT beats it. The RX Vega 64 at 3% higher is close. In practical terms, the RX 6800 XT should deliver frame rates within a few percent of these cards, making it a strong choice for high-refresh 1440p gaming.

Ray tracing performance, enabled by the 72 RT cores, will vary by title. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, so ray-traced effects are possible, but the lack of dedicated tensor cores means AI-accelerated features like DLSS (which require NVIDIA tensor hardware) are not available; AMD's FSR or other upscaling techniques would be used instead. The estimated FPS figures should be treated as approximations; actual performance depends on game optimization, drivers, and system configuration.

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