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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13400E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

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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 and how does it compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-13400E is a desktop CPU from the Core 13th Gen series, built on Raptor Lake architecture with 10 cores and 16 threads. Its average benchmark score is 6638, placing it 0.1% behind the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X (6647), 0.3% behind the Intel Core i9-9940X (6657), 0.4% ahead of the Intel Core i9-12900E (6611), and 0.5% ahead of the Intel Pentium Gold G6405 (6605). The data shows it sits in the 62nd percentile among all CPUs.

Q: What are the key specifications of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti?

A: The RTX 3070 Ti is an Ampere-architecture GPU from the GeForce 30-series, built on an 8 nm process at Samsung with 17,400 million transistors on a 392 mm² die. It has 6144 shading units, 192 TMUs, 96 ROPs, 48 RT cores, and 192 tensor cores. The GPU features 8 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 608.3 GB/s bandwidth. Its boost clock is 1770 MHz, and it offers 21.75 TFLOPS FP32 performance.

Q: How does the RTX 3070 Ti perform relative to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 3070 Ti has an average benchmark score of 29945, placing it in the 75th percentile among all GPUs. It is 0.1% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile (29928), 0.5% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti (29783), 0.5% behind the AMD Radeon RX 6800 (30095), and 1.6% behind the AMD Radeon RX 6700 (30433).

Q: What memory and socket does the Intel Core i5-13400E support?

A: The Core i5-13400E uses the Intel Socket 1700 and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. It also supports ECC memory, which is notable for workstation-class builds. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU itself.

Q: What is the TDP and power requirement for the RTX 3070 Ti?

A: The RTX 3070 Ti has a TDP of 290 W and requires a 600 W suggested PSU. The GPU uses a single 12-pin power connector and is dual-slot wide, measuring 267 mm (10.5 inches) in length and 112 mm (4.4 inches) in height.

Q: Is the Core i5-13400E overclockable?

A: No, the Core i5-13400E has a locked multiplier (multiplierUnlocked is false). Its base clock is 2.40 GHz with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Overclocking is not supported, but the CPU includes integrated UHD Graphics 730 as a fallback display solution.

Q: What is the production status of the RTX 3070 Ti?

A: The RTX 3070 Ti is marked as end-of-life in the data. It was released on 2021-05-30, with the GeForce 20-series as its predecessor and GeForce 40-series as its successor. Its launch MSRP was 599 USD.

# Benchmark Performance

The combined picture for this CPU+GPU pairing is a desktop build that lands in the 69th percentile overall, indicating a mid-to-upper-tier configuration. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 6638 places it at the 62nd percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU’s average of 29945 puts it at the 75th percentile among all GPUs. This gap suggests the GPU is the stronger component relative to its peers, while the CPU holds its own in the mid-range segment.

Looking at CPU-specific benchmarks, the Core i5-13400E delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22950 and a single-core score of 3240. In Cinebench R20, it scores 9639 multi-core and 1360 single-core, while in Cinebench R15 it achieves 2313 multi-core and 326 single-core. These numbers indicate strong multi-threaded performance for its class, with the single-core scores being respectable for gaming and everyday tasks. The CPU’s average score of 6638 is within 0.5% of its nearest rivals, meaning the i5-13400E trades blows with older high-end HEDT parts like the Threadripper 2950X and Core i9-9940X, despite being a mainstream 10-core part.

For the GPU, the RTX 3070 Ti shows a diverse benchmark profile. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 3478, while Geekbench OpenCL and Vulkan scores are 119718 and 139541, respectively. The Passmark suite shows a G3D score of 23356, a G2D score of 1055, and a GPU compute score of 11601. The DirectX 10 and DirectX 11 Passmark scores are 155 and 192, while DirectX 9 and DirectX 12 scores are 261 and 91. The GPU’s average score of 29945 places it just 0.1% above the RTX 5070 Mobile and 0.5% above the RTX 2080 Ti, showing it performs like a high-end last-generation card.

The deltaPct values against rivals are tight—all within 1.6%—which means the RTX 3070 Ti is extremely competitive with its immediate neighbors. The CPU’s rival deltas are also narrow (0.1% to 0.5%), indicating that the i5-13400E is positioned in a dense performance cluster where small differences in workload can shift rankings. Overall, the data shows a balanced pairing where the GPU leads in relative percentile (75 vs. 62), but both components are capable of handling demanding tasks without one being a clear bottleneck in most scenarios.

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 3070 Ti’s 75th percentile GPU ranking, combined with the i5-13400E’s single-core score of 3240 in Cinebench R23, suggests strong potential for high-refresh 1440p gaming. The GPU’s 21.75 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 608.3 GB/s memory bandwidth provide the raw compute needed to push high frame rates, though no measured FPS data exists for this pairing. The CPU’s 4.60 GHz boost clock helps avoid frame pacing issues in CPU-bound titles.

Streaming: For streaming workloads, the i5-13400E’s 10 cores and 16 threads, reflected in its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22950, provide ample headroom for encoding while gaming. The GPU’s 192 tensor cores and 48 RT cores can offload encoding tasks via NVENC, though the data does not specify encoder performance. The CPU’s 62nd percentile ranking indicates it can handle simultaneous game rendering and stream encoding without severe degradation, especially given its multi-core advantage over older 8-core parts.

Video editing: The i5-13400E’s multi-core performance is a highlight, with a Cinebench R23 score of 22950 that puts it within 0.3% of the Core i9-9940X. This suggests competitive rendering times for video exports. The GPU’s Passmark GPU compute score of 11601 and 21.75 TFLOPS FP32 help accelerate effects and previews. The 8 GB GDDR6X memory may limit very large 4K timelines, but the 608.3 GB/s bandwidth keeps scrubbing and playback responsive.

3D rendering: In 3D rendering workloads, the RTX 3070 Ti’s 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores provide hardware-accelerated ray tracing and denoising, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3478 indicating solid DirectX 12 performance. The CPU’s 10-core/16-thread configuration, scoring 9639 in Cinebench R20 multi-core, handles CPU-based rendering tasks effectively. The GPU’s 75th percentile ranking suggests it outperforms most cards in render farms, though the 8 GB memory could be a constraint for extremely complex scenes.

Software development: For code compilation and multi-threaded development tasks, the i5-13400E’s 16 threads and 20 MB shared L3 cache provide strong parallel processing capability. Its Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2313 shows responsiveness in build pipelines. The GPU is less relevant here, but its compute scores (Geekbench OpenCL 119718) could accelerate parallel workloads like unit testing or simulation. The CPU’s 62nd percentile is adequate for most development environments without being top-tier.

Student and office work: This pairing is overkill for typical student or office tasks, but the i5-13400E’s integrated UHD Graphics 730 provides a fallback if the GPU is not needed. The CPU’s single-core Cinebench R23 score of 3240 ensures snappy application launches and spreadsheet responsiveness. The GPU’s 75th percentile ranking means any graphics-accelerated productivity apps, like data visualization or CAD, will run smoothly. The 65 W CPU TDP keeps power draw manageable in a shared workspace.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The data reveals a configuration where the GPU leads in relative performance (75th percentile vs. 62nd for the CPU), but the gap is not extreme. In gaming workloads, the RTX 3070 Ti’s raw compute (21.75 TFLOPS) and high memory bandwidth (608.3 GB/s) are likely to be the limiting factor at 4K, while the i5-13400E’s single-core performance becomes more relevant at 1080p. The CPU’s 4.60 GHz boost clock and 3240 Cinebench R23 single-core score suggest it can feed the GPU adequately in most games, but in CPU-heavy titles, the i5-13400E’s 62nd percentile ranking might cap frame rates below what the GPU could deliver.

Looking at FPS scaling, the RTX 3070 Ti’s nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 6800 (30095 avg score), is only 0.5% faster, implying nearly identical frame rates. The RTX 2080 Ti (29783) is 0.5% slower, so the 3070 Ti should outperform it. However, the CPU’s rivals show a tight cluster: the Threadripper 2950X (6647) is 0.1% faster, and the Core i9-9940X (6657) is 0.3% faster. This means the i5-13400E is not a bottleneck relative to these older HEDT parts, but it also does not provide a meaningful advantage in multi-threaded workloads.

In GPU-bound scenarios, such as 4K gaming or heavy ray tracing, the RTX 3070 Ti becomes the limiting component, with its 8 GB memory potentially constraining texture-heavy scenes. In CPU-bound scenarios, such as 1080p high-refresh gaming or physics simulations, the i5-13400E’s 62nd percentile ranking could hold back the GPU. The CPU’s 20 MB L3 cache helps reduce memory latency, but its 2.40 GHz base clock is low, making boost behavior critical. Overall, the data suggests a balanced pairing where the GPU is slightly stronger, and neither component is a glaring bottleneck for most workloads.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-13400E uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configurations. This provides flexibility for builders—DDR4 is a cost-effective choice, while DDR5 offers higher bandwidth for future-proofing. The CPU supports ECC memory, which is rare in mainstream platforms and valuable for workstation stability. The PCIe Gen 5 interface with 16 lanes from the CPU ensures compatibility with the latest GPUs and NVMe drives, though the RTX 3070 Ti uses PCIe 4.0, which is backward compatible.

The RTX 3070 Ti has a TDP of 290 W, and the suggested PSU is 600 W. The CPU’s TDP is 65 W, so the total system draw is well within a 600 W unit’s capacity, leaving headroom for additional drives and peripherals. The GPU uses a single 12-pin power connector, which may require an adapter for standard power supplies. The dual-slot design and 267 mm length fit most mid-tower cases, but the 112 mm height should be checked against case clearance.

A sensible next upgrade would be a newer GPU, given the RTX 3070 Ti is marked end-of-life, with the GeForce 40-series as its successor. The CPU’s 62nd percentile ranking suggests it could handle a more powerful GPU without becoming a bottleneck, though the 10-core/16-thread configuration might limit extreme multi-threaded tasks. Alternatively, upgrading to a higher-core-count LGA 1700 CPU would boost multi-threaded performance, but the i5-13400E’s 22950 Cinebench R23 score already rivals older HEDT parts. The platform’s support for DDR5 allows a memory upgrade without changing the motherboard, though the memory bus is dual-channel, capping bandwidth at two sticks.

The 65 W TDP of the CPU means a modest air cooler suffices, leaving room for a larger GPU cooler in the case. The 600 W suggested PSU provides about 245 W of headroom over the GPU’s 290 W TDP and the CPU’s 65 W TDP combined, which is adequate for overclocking the GPU (though the CPU is locked). For future upgrades, a 750 W PSU would be safer, but the data does not specify that—the 600 W figure is the suggested minimum.

# Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU+GPU combination—the measuredFpsUltraByGame field is empty, and dataIsMeasured is false. Therefore, all frame rate figures below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores, not measured results. The RTX 3070 Ti’s 75th percentile GPU ranking and the i5-13400E’s 62nd percentile CPU ranking provide a basis for these estimates.

At 1080p ultra settings, the i5-13400E’s single-core Cinebench R23 score of 3240 suggests it can drive high frame rates in esports titles, while the GPU’s 21.75 TFLOPS FP32 handles demanding AAA games. The GPU’s 608.3 GB/s bandwidth supports high texture detail without stutter. Estimated frame rates would likely exceed 100 FPS in most titles, but the CPU could become a limiting factor in games with heavy physics or AI, given its 62nd percentile ranking.

At 1440p ultra, the RTX 3070 Ti’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 3478 indicates solid DX12 performance, with the GPU becoming the primary determinant of frame rates. The 8 GB GDDR6X memory is sufficient for most games at this resolution, though some titles with high-resolution textures could push against the limit. Estimated frame rates would be in the 60-100 FPS range for AAA titles, with lighter games exceeding that.

At 4K ultra, the RTX 3070 Ti’s 75th percentile ranking means it outperforms most GPUs, but the 8 GB memory is a potential constraint. The GPU’s 169.9 GPixel/s pixel rate and 339.8 GTexel/s texture rate support 4K rendering, but estimated frame rates would likely drop below 60 FPS in demanding titles. The CPU’s role diminishes at this resolution, with the GPU being the clear bottleneck. The GPU’s Passmark G3D score of 23356 positions it above the RTX 2080 Ti (29783 avg, 0.5% slower) but below the RX 6800 (30095 avg, 0.5% faster), suggesting frame rates within 5% of these cards.

# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13400E is a 10-core, 16-thread desktop processor from the Core 13th Gen series, built on Raptor Lake architecture with a 10 nm process at Intel. Its die size is 215 mm², and it uses Intel Socket 1700. The base clock is 2.40 GHz, with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, and the TDP is 65 W. The cache layout includes 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache.

In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 22950 multi-core and 3240 single-core. The multi-core score is particularly strong, placing it within 0.3% of the Core i9-9940X (6657 avg) and 0.1% of the Threadripper 2950X (6647 avg), despite those having more cores. This indicates efficient scaling from the 10-core/16-thread design. The single-core score of 3240 is competitive for gaming and everyday tasks, with the 4.60 GHz boost clock providing responsive performance.

The Cinebench R20 scores (9639 multi-core, 1360 single-core) and R15 scores (2313 multi-core, 326 single-core) follow the same pattern, showing consistent performance across test versions. The average benchmark score of 6638 places the CPU at the 62nd percentile among all CPUs. The nearest rivals are all within 0.5% in average score, creating a tight cluster where workload-specific optimizations determine the winner.

The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, which is unusual for a mainstream part, and includes ECC memory support—a feature typically found in server platforms. The PCIe Gen 5 interface with 16 lanes provides high bandwidth for GPUs and storage. The integrated UHD Graphics 730 offers a basic display output, useful for troubleshooting or non-gaming builds. The multiplier is locked, so overclocking is not possible, but the 65 W TDP means cooling requirements are modest. The CPU’s release date is 2023-01-03, and it is marked as active in production.

In real workloads, the 10-core/16-thread configuration excels at multi-threaded tasks like video encoding and 3D rendering, as evidenced by the Cinebench scores. The 20 MB L3 cache helps reduce memory latency, which benefits gaming and database workloads. However, the 2.40 GHz base clock is low, so sustained all-core loads will rely on boost behavior, which the data suggests is effective given the high multi-core scores relative to rivals.

# Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i5-13400E with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti in a desktop configuration. The combined percentile is 69, indicating a solid mid-to-upper-tier system that outperforms roughly two-thirds of all builds. The CPU holds the 62nd percentile among CPUs, while the GPU sits at the 75th percentile among GPUs, making the GPU the stronger component in this pairing.

The CPU is a 10-core/16-thread Raptor Lake part with a 65 W TDP, designed for mainstream desktop use. It supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, ECC memory, and PCIe Gen 5, offering flexibility for various build configurations. The GPU is an Ampere-architecture card with 8 GB GDDR6X memory, 6144 shading units, and 21.75 TFLOPS FP32, targeting high-end 1440p gaming and professional workloads. The GPU is marked end-of-life, with the GeForce 40-series as its successor, but its 75th percentile ranking shows it remains competitive.

The build class is desktop, meaning this is a full-tower or mid-tower system with discrete components. The 600 W suggested PSU provides adequate power for the 290 W GPU and 65 W CPU, with headroom for additional components. The GPU’s dual-slot design and 267 mm length fit most cases, while the 12-pin power connector may require an adapter.

Overall, this is a balanced build where the GPU leads in relative performance. The CPU’s 62nd percentile ranking is respectable, but the GPU’s 75th percentile places it firmly in high-end territory. The 69th combined percentile reflects a system that can handle demanding gaming and productivity tasks, though it is not top-tier. The lack of measured FPS data for this pairing means performance estimates are based on benchmark scores, but the data suggests a capable system for 1440p gaming and content creation.

# Who Should Build It

This CPU+GPU pairing is best suited for gamers targeting 1440p high-refresh gaming, as the RTX 3070 Ti’s 75th percentile GPU ranking and the i5-13400E’s 62nd percentile CPU ranking provide a solid foundation. The GPU’s 608.3 GB/s bandwidth and 21.75 TFLOPS FP32 handle demanding titles at 1440p, while the CPU’s 4.60 GHz boost clock ensures responsive gameplay. For 4K gaming, the 8 GB memory may be limiting, but the GPU’s pixel rate of 169.9 GPixel/s supports moderate 4K settings.

Content creators, particularly video editors and 3D artists, will benefit from the CPU’s multi-core performance. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22950 rivals older HEDT parts, making it suitable for rendering and export tasks. The GPU’s compute capabilities, shown by its Passmark GPU compute score of 11601, accelerate effects and previews. The 8 GB GDDR6X memory is adequate for 1080p and 1440p projects, though large 4K timelines may require careful memory management.

Software developers will find the 10-core/16-thread CPU useful for compilation and parallel build tasks, with the 20 MB L3 cache aiding in large codebases. The ECC memory support is a bonus for workstation reliability, though it requires ECC DDR4 or DDR5 modules. The GPU is less critical for development, but its compute scores can accelerate simulation or data processing tasks.

Students and office workers building a single system for both work and play will find this pairing powerful but not excessive. The CPU’s integrated graphics provide a fallback, and the 65 W TDP keeps power costs down. The GPU’s 75th percentile ensures any graphics-accelerated productivity apps run smoothly. For small business workstations, the ECC memory support and active production status of the CPU make it a reliable choice, while the GPU’s end-of-life status may warrant considering a newer card if long-term support is a concern.

Gamers who already own a high-refresh 1440p monitor will get the most from this build, as the GPU’s performance is well-matched to that resolution. Those planning to upgrade to 4K should consider more VRAM, as the 8 GB GDDR6X could become a bottleneck in future titles. Content creators working primarily with CPU-bound workloads will appreciate the i5-13400E’s multi-core strength, while GPU-accelerated tasks benefit from the RTX 3070 Ti’s tensor and RT cores. Overall, this build targets users who want strong gaming performance and solid productivity without stepping into the high-cost enthusiast tier.

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