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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13400E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010

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78 / 100
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Power Build

Top 22% 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
79%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-13400E

6,638 Benchmark Score
Top 22% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010

2,893 Benchmark Score
Top 21% 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

# Usage Scenarios

The Intel Core i5-13400E with its 10 cores and 16 threads delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22950, placing it at the 62nd percentile among all CPUs. This makes the processor well-suited for high-refresh gaming, as its single-core Cinebench R23 score of 3240 indicates strong per-thread performance that modern game engines rely on. The combination with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010, however, limits the overall gaming experience; the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2893 places it at only the 18th percentile among all GPUs, meaning that frame rates in demanding titles will be constrained by the graphics card rather than the CPU.

For streaming, the i5-13400E's 16 threads provide ample headroom for encoding workloads alongside game execution. The CPU's Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 9639 suggests it can handle simultaneous game rendering and video encoding tasks without significant frame drops, though the RTX 4010's modest 4 GB VRAM and 96.00 GB/s bandwidth may limit the resolution and quality settings at which streaming can be performed. The GPU does include 24 tensor cores and 6 RT cores, which can offload AI-based encoding and ray tracing tasks, but the overall graphics throughput remains a bottleneck for high-quality streams.

Video editing workloads benefit from the CPU's multi-core capability, as evidenced by the Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2313. Timeline scrubbing, effect rendering, and export tasks that leverage multiple cores will see solid performance from the i5-13400E. The RTX 4010's 768 shading units and 2.706 TFLOPS FP32 performance provide hardware acceleration for GPU-accelerated effects, though the 4 GB VRAM may limit the complexity of projects that can be handled smoothly at high resolutions.

3D rendering is a mixed scenario. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22950 places it within 0.5% of the Intel Core i9-12900E and only 0.1% behind the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X, indicating competitive rendering performance for CPU-based render engines. The RTX 4010, however, with its 2.706 TFLOPS FP32 and 42.29 GTexel/s texture rate, will handle GPU-accelerated rendering only for lighter scenes; the 64-bit memory bus and 96.00 GB/s bandwidth severely restrict complex scene throughput.

Software development tasks such as compiling large codebases, running virtual machines, and executing test suites benefit from the 16 threads and 20 MB shared L3 cache. The CPU's Cinebench R20 single-core score of 1360 ensures responsive IDE performance and fast build times for smaller projects. The 10 nm process node and 65 W TDP mean the processor runs efficiently under sustained compilation loads, though the 4.60 GHz boost clock is modest compared to higher-tier desktop parts.

Student and office work is comfortably handled by this pairing. The i5-13400E's integrated UHD Graphics 730 provides a fallback display output, while the RTX 4010's 4 GB VRAM handles standard productivity applications, web browsing, and office suites without issue. The CPU's 62nd percentile ranking among all CPUs and the GPU's 18th percentile ranking indicate that for everyday tasks, the system will feel responsive, though the graphics card's low absolute performance means it is not suited for graphics-intensive academic work like 3D modeling or simulation visualization.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU-GPU combination in the data provided. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data for the Intel Core i5-13400E paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010. Therefore, all frame rate figures discussed here are estimated from the benchmark scores of each component, not from direct gameplay measurements.

Based on the RTX 4010's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2893 and its 18th percentile ranking among all GPUs, expected performance in modern titles at 1080p would be moderate at best. The GPU's 4 GB VRAM and 64-bit memory bus with 96.00 GB/s bandwidth will cause texture loading and high-detail settings to strain the memory subsystem. At 1080p with medium settings, many esports titles should run at playable frame rates, but the low pixel rate of 28.19 GPixel/s and texture rate of 42.29 GTexel/s indicate that high-refresh gaming (above 60 FPS) will only be achievable in less demanding games.

The CPU's strong single-core performance, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3240, ensures that frame pacing in CPU-bound scenarios will not be a limiting factor. However, the GPU's 2.706 TFLOPS FP32 throughput is roughly comparable to entry-level graphics cards from previous generations, suggesting that at 1440p, frame rates will drop substantially. At 4K resolution, the 4 GB VRAM will be insufficient for most modern titles, leading to texture pop-in and potential crashes in games that exceed memory capacity.

The RTX 4010's 24 tensor cores support DLSS upscaling, which could improve effective frame rates in supported titles. With DLSS in performance mode, the GPU may deliver playable frame rates at 1440p in games that support the technology. However, without measured FPS data, these estimates remain qualitative. The GPU's 6 RT cores enable ray tracing, but the low overall compute throughput means enabling ray tracing will likely halve or worse the frame rate in most titles, making it impractical except in the lightest ray-traced scenes.

# FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile for the Intel Core i5-13400E with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 is 40, placing it in the lower-middle range of all desktop builds.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The i5-13400E has an average benchmark score of 6638, which is 0.1% below the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X (6647), 0.3% below the Intel Core i9-9940X (6657), 0.4% above the Intel Core i9-12900E (6611), and 0.5% above the Intel Pentium Gold G6405 (6605).

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The RTX 4010 has a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2893, which is 0.5% below the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB (2907), 0.6% below the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell SFF (2910), 0.7% below the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB (2913), and 1% below the NVIDIA Quadro P600 (2923).

Q: What memory types does the CPU support?

A: The Intel Core i5-13400E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. It also supports ECC memory, making it suitable for workstation environments where data integrity is critical.

Q: What is the GPU's power requirement?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 has a TDP of 50 W and a suggested PSU rating of 250 W. It does not require any external power connectors, drawing all power from the PCIe slot.

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

A: The RTX 4010 has 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 96.00 GB/s. The memory runs at 1500 MHz with 12 Gbps effective speed.

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-13400E includes UHD Graphics 730, which provides basic display output and can serve as a fallback if the dedicated GPU is removed or fails.

# Who Should Build It

The Intel Core i5-13400E with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 is best suited for users who prioritize CPU-intensive workloads over gaming performance. Gamers at 1080p with modest settings in esports titles will find the system adequate, but those seeking high-refresh or high-detail gaming should look elsewhere. The GPU's 18th percentile ranking and 4 GB VRAM make it unsuitable for 1440p or 4K gaming with modern titles.

Content creators working with CPU-based rendering, such as video encoding or software renderers, will benefit from the i5-13400E's 22950 Cinebench R23 multi-core score. The 16 threads handle parallel tasks well, and the 65 W TDP keeps power consumption low for long render sessions. However, GPU-accelerated workloads like AI inference or GPU rendering will be limited by the RTX 4010's modest 2.706 TFLOPS FP32 performance.

Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the CPU's 62nd percentile ranking and 20 MB shared L3 cache. The processor's 4.60 GHz boost clock ensures responsive builds, while the dual-channel memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 offers flexibility in platform selection. The ECC memory support adds reliability for development servers or continuous integration machines.

Students and office workers performing document editing, web research, and spreadsheet analysis will find the system more than capable. The integrated UHD Graphics 730 provides a safety net, and the RTX 4010 handles standard productivity applications without issue. The GPU's single-slot design and 163 mm length make it suitable for compact desktop cases, though the 4x mini-DisplayPort 1.4a outputs may require adapters for standard monitors.

Small business workstations handling accounting, customer relationship management, and light database workloads will see reliable performance. The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads handle multi-tasking well, and the 65 W TDP allows for efficient cooling in small form factor systems. The GPU's 50 W TDP and no power connector requirement simplify installation in pre-built systems.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The data reveals a significant imbalance between the CPU and GPU in this pairing. The CPU sits at the 62nd percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU sits at only the 18th percentile among all GPUs. This 44-percentile gap indicates that the graphics card will be the primary bottleneck in gaming and GPU-accelerated workloads.

In gaming scenarios, the CPU's single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3240) is more than sufficient to feed the GPU. The RTX 4010's 2.706 TFLOPS FP32 and 28.19 GPixel/s pixel rate will saturate before the CPU reaches its limits in most titles. The 4 GB VRAM and 96.00 GB/s bandwidth will cause texture streaming bottlenecks at higher resolutions, further limiting frame rates.

For CPU-bound workloads like video encoding, compilation, and 3D rendering in CPU-based engines, the processor becomes the active component while the GPU idles. The i5-13400E's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22950, which is within 0.5% of the Core i9-12900E, demonstrates that it can handle demanding multi-threaded tasks. The GPU's contribution in these scenarios is minimal, with its 768 shading units providing only modest acceleration for effects that leverage GPU compute.

The memory subsystem presents another potential bottleneck. The CPU supports dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5, but the FACT PACK does not specify memory bandwidth figures. The GPU's 96.00 GB/s bandwidth is low for a modern graphics card, which will limit texture-heavy workloads. The 64-bit memory bus is a significant constraint compared to wider buses found in higher-tier GPUs.

Power delivery is not a bottleneck. The CPU's 65 W TDP and GPU's 50 W TDP combine for a total of 115 W, well within the 250 W suggested PSU rating. This leaves ample headroom for system components like storage, fans, and peripherals. The GPU's lack of external power connectors further simplifies power distribution.

# GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 is built on the GA107 chip using an 8 nm process at Samsung, containing 8,700 million transistors on a 200 mm² die. The architecture is Ampere, which supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1417 MHz with a boost clock of 1762 MHz, and memory runs at 1500 MHz with 12 Gbps effective speed.

The memory subsystem consists of 4 GB of GDDR6 on a 64-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 96.00 GB/s. This is a severe constraint for modern gaming, as many titles exceed 4 GB VRAM usage at 1080p with high textures. The 64-bit bus limits memory throughput, which will cause performance degradation in scenes with large texture sets or high-resolution shadow maps.

Compute resources include 768 shading units, 24 texture mapping units, and 16 raster output units. The pixel rate of 28.19 GPixel/s and texture rate of 42.29 GTexel/s are modest figures, reflecting the GPU's entry-level positioning. FP32 performance is 2.706 TFLOPS, with FP16 performance at the same 2.706 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio), indicating no dedicated FP16 acceleration.

The GPU includes 6 RT cores and 24 tensor cores. The RT cores support ray tracing, but the low overall compute throughput means ray-traced scenes will run at significantly reduced frame rates. The tensor cores enable DLSS and other AI-based features, which can partially compensate for the low raw performance by rendering at lower resolutions and upscaling.

The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2893 places the GPU at the 18th percentile among all GPUs. The nearest rivals are the RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB (2907, 0.5% faster), RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell SFF (2910, 0.6% faster), RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB (2913, 0.7% faster), and Quadro P600 (2923, 1% faster). This clustering indicates that the RTX 4010 performs at a similar level to these cards in the Steel Nomad benchmark, despite having far less VRAM than the RTX 4060 Ti variants.

The GPU is a single-slot design measuring 163 mm in length and 69 mm in height, with no power connectors required. It has a TDP of 50 W and a suggested PSU rating of 250 W. Display output is provided through 4x mini-DisplayPort 1.4a connectors. The bus interface is PCIe 4.0 x8, which provides sufficient bandwidth for the GPU's memory requirements.

# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13400E is a desktop processor from the Core 13th Gen series, built on Intel's Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-S) using a 10 nm process node at Intel. The die size is 215 mm². It has 10 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The TDP is 65 W, and it uses the Intel Socket 1700.

The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The memory support includes both DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support enabled. The processor provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics are provided by UHD Graphics 730.

The CPU's benchmark results show strong multi-core performance: Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2313, R20 multi-core of 9639, and R23 multi-core of 22950. Single-core scores are 326 (R15), 1360 (R20), and 3240 (R23). The average benchmark score is 6638, placing the CPU at the 62nd percentile among all CPUs.

The nearest rivals show tight competition. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X has an average score of 6647 (0.1% higher), the Intel Core i9-9940X scores 6657 (0.3% higher), the Intel Core i9-12900E scores 6611 (0.4% lower), and the Intel Pentium Gold G6405 scores 6605 (0.5% lower). This indicates the i5-13400E performs within a 0.5% band of these very different processors, from a high-end desktop HEDT chip to an entry-level Pentium.

The processor was released on 2023-01-03 and remains in active production. The part number is SRMG5, and the multiplier is locked, preventing overclocking. The market segment is desktop, and the production status is active. The CPU's 65 W TDP makes it suitable for air cooling, and the 4.60 GHz boost clock provides responsive single-threaded performance for everyday tasks.

# Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i5-13400E desktop processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 graphics card in a desktop configuration. The combined percentile ranking is 40, placing this system in the lower-middle range of all desktop builds. This indicates that while the CPU is competitive in its class, the GPU significantly drags down the overall performance tier.

The CPU is a mainstream 13th Gen Core i5 with 10 cores and 16 threads, designed for a wide range of workloads from office productivity to content creation. The GPU is an entry-level GeForce 40-series card with 4 GB VRAM, intended for basic gaming and general-purpose compute. The combination creates a system where the CPU has substantial headroom for multi-threaded tasks, but the GPU limits gaming and graphics-intensive applications.

The build class is desktop, meaning it is intended for stationary use with standard desktop components. The CPU's Socket 1700 and the GPU's PCIe 4.0 x8 interface are standard for modern desktop systems. The 65 W CPU TDP and 50 W GPU TDP allow for a compact and quiet system with minimal cooling requirements.

Overall, this pairing represents a CPU-heavy system where the processor outperforms the graphics card by a wide margin. Users who primarily run CPU-intensive workloads will find the system well-balanced, while those expecting gaming performance will be disappointed by the GPU's limitations. The combined percentile of 40 reflects this imbalance, as the CPU's 62nd percentile and GPU's 18th percentile average out to a below-average overall ranking.

# Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i5-13400E achieves an average benchmark score of 6638, placing it at the 62nd percentile among all CPUs. The Cinebench scores provide a detailed picture: R15 multi-core of 2313 and single-core of 326, R20 multi-core of 9639 and single-core of 1360, and R23 multi-core of 22950 and single-core of 3240. These scores indicate strong multi-threaded performance for a 65 W processor, with single-core performance sufficient for responsive daily use.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 achieves a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2893, placing it at the 18th percentile among all GPUs. This score is remarkably close to its nearest rivals, with all four rivals within 1% of the RTX 4010's score. The RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB scores 2907 (0.5% higher), the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell SFF scores 2910 (0.6% higher), the RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB scores 2913 (0.7% higher), and the Quadro P600 scores 2923 (1% higher).

The combined picture shows a system where the CPU outperforms the GPU by a significant margin. The CPU's 62nd percentile versus the GPU's 18th percentile creates a 44-percentile gap, indicating that the graphics card is the limiting factor in most graphics-related tasks. The combined percentile of 40 reflects this imbalance, placing the system below average when both components are considered together.

For CPU-bound workloads, the system performs well above average, with the i5-13400E matching or exceeding processors like the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X and Core i9-9940X in average benchmark scores. For GPU-bound workloads, the system performs well below average, with the RTX 4010 trailing the RTX 4060 Ti and other mid-range cards by small margins in the Steel Nomad benchmark but lacking the VRAM and bandwidth for modern gaming.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-13400E uses the Intel Socket 1700, which is compatible with 12th and 13th Gen Intel processors. The platform supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, allowing users to choose between cost-effective DDR4 or higher-performance DDR5. ECC memory support is available, which is unusual for a consumer platform and valuable for workstation use.

The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the processor, while the GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x8. This means the GPU slot has sufficient bandwidth for the RTX 4010 but also allows for a future GPU upgrade to a PCIe 4.0 x16 card without changing the motherboard. The platform supports the latest graphics cards, though the 250 W suggested PSU rating for the current GPU leaves room for a more power-hungry card.

The CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 50 W TDP combine for 115 W, well within the 250 W suggested PSU rating. This provides substantial headroom for adding storage drives, additional fans, or upgrading to a more powerful GPU. A sensible next upgrade would be to replace the RTX 4010 with a higher-tier graphics card, as the CPU's performance headroom (62nd percentile) can support significantly more powerful GPUs without bottlenecking.

Memory expansion is straightforward with dual-channel support for DDR4 and DDR5. The CPU's 20 MB shared L3 cache benefits from faster memory, so upgrading from DDR4 to DDR5 could improve performance in memory-sensitive workloads. The PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU support the latest NVMe SSDs, allowing for high-speed storage upgrades.

The GPU's single-slot design and 163 mm length mean it can be replaced with a larger card in most desktop cases. The 4x mini-DisplayPort 1.4a outputs require adapters for standard DisplayPort or HDMI displays, which is a consideration for users with existing monitors. The GPU's lack of power connectors simplifies installation but also limits its power delivery, meaning any GPU upgrade will require PSU connections.