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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13400E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

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84 / 100
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Top 16% 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%
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GPU
90%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-13400E

6,638 Benchmark Score
Top 22% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

16,504 Benchmark Score
Top 10% Market Ranking
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0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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Performance Tiers Explained

90-100

Ultimate

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

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70-89

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

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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

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0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

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The Intel Core i5-13400E and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 pairing represents a desktop build that combines a 13th-generation mainstream processor with a flagship-class graphics card. The CPU, built on Raptor Lake architecture and the Intel 10 nm process, offers 10 cores and 16 threads with a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The GPU, based on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture and TSMC 5 nm process, brings 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 384-bit bus with 1.34 TB/s of bandwidth. The combined percentile ranking places this system at the 61st percentile overall, while the CPU sits at the 62nd percentile against all CPUs and the GPU at the 59th percentile against all GPUs. Benchmark data for this exact combination is limited, with no measured FPS rows available in the FACT PACK, so all gaming performance discussion must be framed as estimates derived from the individual component benchmark scores.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13400E is a 10-core, 16-thread processor using the Raptor Lake architecture on the Intel Socket 1700 platform. Its configuration splits into performance and efficiency cores, though the FACT PACK does not specify the exact distribution. The base clock of 2.40 GHz and boost clock of 4.60 GHz indicate a processor designed to scale up under load while maintaining a modest 65 W TDP for lighter workloads. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache, which is substantial for a mid-range desktop part and helps with data-heavy tasks.

Benchmark results place this CPU in a clear performance tier. In Cinebench R23, the multi-core score of 22950 and single-core score of 3240 show a processor that excels in threaded workloads while maintaining competitive single-thread performance. The Cinebench R20 scores of 9639 multi-core and 1360 single-core follow the same pattern. The average benchmark score of 6638 places it at the 62nd percentile of all CPUs, meaning it outperforms the majority of processors in the database.

Looking at the nearest rivals provides context for this score. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X scores 6647, just 0.1% higher, while the Intel Core i9-9940X scores 6657, 0.3% higher. On the other side, the Intel Core i9-12900E scores 6611, which is 0.4% lower, and the Intel Pentium Gold G6405 scores 6605, 0.5% lower. The tight clustering of these scores — all within a 0.8% range — suggests the i5-13400E delivers performance comparable to much higher-tier processors from previous generations. The fact that a Pentium Gold G6405 appears in this list is notable; it indicates the average benchmark score metric can be influenced by factors beyond raw multi-core throughput, but the Cinebench scores confirm the i5-13400E is a capable all-around performer.

For real workloads, the 20 MB L3 cache and dual-channel memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 give this CPU flexibility. The 16 threads handle modern productivity applications well, and the 4.60 GHz boost clock ensures snappy response in lightly threaded tasks. The 65 W TDP suggests efficient operation, and the presence of ECC memory support indicates some workstation-oriented capability. The integrated UHD Graphics 730 provides a fallback display output, though the discrete GPU makes it largely irrelevant in this build.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's multi-core performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i5-13400E scores 22950 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which places it at the 62nd percentile of all CPUs. This score is within 0.3% of the Intel Core i9-9940X, showing it competes with older high-end parts.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 5090 D V2 have and what type is it?

A: The GPU features 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 384-bit bus, providing 1.34 TB/s of memory bandwidth. The base clock is 2017 MHz with a boost clock of 2407 MHz.

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

A: The combined percentile for the Intel Core i5-13400E and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 is 61, which is between the CPU's individual 62nd percentile and the GPU's 59th percentile.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-13400E supports ECC memory. It also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory types in a dual-channel configuration, though the memory bus width is not specified in the data.

Q: What is the GPU's score in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12?

A: The RTX 5090 D V2 scores 16504 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA T400, scores 16508, a 0% difference, while the AMD Radeon PRO W7500 scores 16415, 0.5% lower.

Q: What are the CPU's clock speeds?

A: The base clock is 2.40 GHz and the boost clock is 4.60 GHz. The multiplier is locked, meaning overclocking via multiplier adjustment is not supported.

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

A: The GPU uses a single 16-pin power connector, and the suggested PSU wattage is 950 W. The card is dual-slot with dimensions of 304 mm in length, 137 mm in height, and 48 mm in width.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the Intel Core i5-13400E and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 is skewed toward the GPU in terms of raw capability. The GPU's 104.8 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 24 GB of VRAM far exceed what the CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads can feed in many scenarios. The CPU's average benchmark score of 6638 places it at the 62nd percentile, while the GPU's average score of 16504 places it at the 59th percentile. The combined percentile of 61 reflects a system where the CPU is marginally stronger relative to its peers than the GPU is to its own peers.

In gaming workloads, the CPU's single-core performance — a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3240 — becomes the limiting factor for high-refresh-rate scenarios. The GPU can render frames at very high rates, but the CPU must issue draw calls and process game logic. The 4.60 GHz boost clock helps, but the 10-core configuration may not sustain the highest frame rates in CPU-bound titles. Conversely, in GPU-bound scenarios at high resolutions, the RTX 5090 D V2's 1.34 TB/s bandwidth and 21760 shading units will be the primary determinant of performance, and the CPU will have ample headroom.

For productivity workloads, the balance shifts. The CPU's 22950 Cinebench R23 multi-core score indicates strong threaded performance, but the GPU's 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 throughput is massive for rendering and compute tasks. In applications that leverage GPU acceleration, the graphics card will dominate the workload. In CPU-only tasks like compilation or spreadsheet calculations, the i5-13400E's 16 threads will be the bottleneck, though the 65 W TDP suggests it will sustain clocks without excessive thermal throttling.

The memory subsystem also plays a role in balance. The CPU supports dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5, and the GPU has 24 GB of GDDR7 on a 384-bit bus. The CPU's memory bandwidth is not specified in the FACT PACK, but the GPU's 1.34 TB/s is substantial. For workloads that stream data between CPU and GPU, the PCIe 5.0 x16 interface on the GPU side — and the CPU's Gen 5, 16 Lanes PCIe support — ensures high transfer rates, reducing potential bottlenecks.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps rows, so all gaming performance figures below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations rather than verified results.

The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16504 provides a baseline for its gaming capability. This score places it at the 59th percentile of all GPUs, with the NVIDIA T400 scoring 16508 (0% difference), the AMD Radeon PRO W7500 at 16415 (0.5% lower), the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell at 16408 (0.6% lower), and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT at 16361 (0.9% lower). The tight grouping of these scores — all within 0.9% — suggests the benchmark may not fully differentiate high-end GPUs, or that the 3DMark Steel Nomad test is not the most discriminating metric for this class of hardware.

At 1080p resolution with ultra settings, the CPU's single-core score of 3240 in Cinebench R23 will likely allow the GPU to stretch its legs, but the CPU may cap frame rates in esports or lightly threaded games. The boost clock of 4.60 GHz helps, but the 16 threads are shared across 10 cores, which is adequate for modern titles. At 1440p, the GPU's 24 GB VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth become more relevant, and the system should push high frame rates in most games. At 4K, the GPU's 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 423.6 GPixel/s pixel rate will be the dominant factor, and the CPU will rarely bottleneck.

Ray tracing performance benefits from the 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores on the GPU. The 1.34 TB/s memory bandwidth supports the high data throughput required for ray-traced lighting and reflections. The GPU's support for DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6 ensures compatibility with modern APIs. However, without measured FPS data, specific frame rate estimates for individual games cannot be provided. The user should expect high-end gaming performance, particularly at higher resolutions, but should treat any specific FPS claims as unverified estimates.

Who Should Build It

This desktop build targets users who need maximum GPU compute capability paired with a competent but not top-tier CPU. Gamers playing at 1440p or 4K resolution will benefit most, as the GPU's 24 GB VRAM and high memory bandwidth handle large textures and high-resolution rendering without running out of memory. The CPU's 62nd percentile ranking ensures it can keep up with the GPU in most gaming scenarios, though esports enthusiasts chasing the absolute highest frame rates at 1080p might prefer a higher-clocked CPU.

Content creators and video editors will find the combination of 16 CPU threads and the GPU's 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance useful for both CPU- and GPU-accelerated workflows. The 24 GB VRAM allows for large 3D scenes and high-resolution video timelines. The CPU's ECC memory support adds reliability for long render sessions, and the 65 W TDP keeps power draw manageable during idle periods.

Software developers working on parallel code will appreciate the 10 cores and 16 threads for compilation, though the locked multiplier limits overclocking headroom. Students and small business users building a workstation for general productivity will find the system overkill for office tasks, but the GPU's compute capabilities open doors for machine learning experimentation or CAD work. The CPU's support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory gives builders flexibility in choosing memory based on platform cost and availability, though the specific performance impact of each memory type is not quantified in the FACT PACK.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 is a desktop GPU based on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture, manufactured on TSMC's 5 nm process with 92,200 million transistors on a 750 mm² die. The chip, designated GB202, drives 21760 shading units, 680 TMUs, 176 ROPs, 170 RT cores, and 680 tensor cores. Clock speeds are 2017 MHz base and 2407 MHz boost, with memory running at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective). The 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 384-bit bus delivers 1.34 TB/s of bandwidth, which is substantial for high-resolution textures and large datasets.

The GPU's FP32 performance is rated at 104.8 TFLOPS, with FP16 also at 104.8 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio). Pixel rate is 423.6 GPixel/s and texture rate is 1,636.8 GTexel/s. These figures indicate a card designed for heavy compute workloads, not just gaming. The 170 RT cores provide dedicated ray tracing hardware, and the 680 tensor cores handle AI-accelerated tasks like DLSS, though specific DLSS version support is not in the FACT PACK.

The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16504 places the GPU at the 59th percentile. The nearest rivals are the NVIDIA T400 at 16508 (0% difference), AMD Radeon PRO W7500 at 16415 (0.5% lower), NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell at 16408 (0.6% lower), and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT at 16361 (0.9% lower). This tight clustering is surprising given the architectural differences between these cards, but the benchmark result is what the data shows. The GPU's 575 W TDP requires a 950 W suggested PSU and a single 16-pin power connector, making it a power-hungry component that needs adequate cooling and case airflow.

For rendering and compute, the GPU's 24 GB VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth allow for large scenes and high-resolution textures without spilling to system memory. The 680 tensor cores accelerate AI-based denoising and upscaling, while the 170 RT cores handle ray-traced effects. The dual-slot form factor and 304 mm length are standard for high-end cards, but builders must check case compatibility.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The GPU's 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth support very high frame rates at 1440p and 4K, though the CPU's 3240 single-core Cinebench R23 score may cap performance in CPU-bound titles. The 24 GB VRAM ensures future-proofing for demanding game textures.

Streaming: The GPU's tensor cores handle encoding tasks, though the specific encoder hardware is not detailed. The CPU's 16 threads can manage streaming overhead while gaming, but the locked multiplier limits overclocking headroom for additional performance.

Video editing: The 10-core CPU with a 22950 Cinebench R23 multi-core score handles timeline scrubbing and effects, while the GPU's 104.8 TFLOPS accelerates rendering and export. The 24 GB VRAM supports 8K video timelines and complex color grades.

3D rendering: The GPU's 21760 shading units and 170 RT cores provide substantial compute for ray-traced rendering. The 24 GB VRAM holds large scenes, and the 1.34 TB/s bandwidth moves data quickly. The CPU's 16 threads handle scene preparation and simulation tasks.

Software development: The 10 cores and 16 threads compile code efficiently, and the 65 W TDP keeps power draw low during long build sessions. The CPU's ECC memory support adds stability for mission-critical development environments.

Student and office work: This system is significantly overpowered for word processing and spreadsheets, but the CPU's 62nd percentile ranking ensures smooth multitasking. The GPU's compute capability could support data science coursework or light AI projects, though the 575 W TDP is excessive for typical office use.

Build Overview

This desktop build pairs the Intel Core i5-13400E with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2, creating a system that is classed as a desktop configuration. The CPU is a 10-core, 16-thread part from the Core 13th Gen series on Raptor Lake architecture, while the GPU is a Blackwell 2.0 architecture card with 24 GB of GDDR7 memory. The combined percentile of 61 indicates this system outperforms 61% of all CPU+GPU pairings in the database, placing it in the upper-mid tier of desktop configurations.

The CPU's 62nd percentile and the GPU's 59th percentile are closely aligned, meaning neither component is drastically out of step with the other in terms of relative performance. The CPU's average benchmark score of 6638 and the GPU's average score of 16504 reflect different benchmark scales, so direct comparison is not meaningful. The build's overall tier is solidly mid-range to upper-mid-range, with the GPU providing the bulk of the compute power for graphics-intensive tasks.

The launch MSRP for the GPU is 2,299 USD. The CPU has no launch MSRP listed in the FACT PACK. The build requires a motherboard with Intel Socket 1700, and the GPU needs a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot. The system's power requirements are significant, with the GPU's 575 W TDP and 950 W suggested PSU, so builders must plan for adequate power delivery and cooling.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's benchmark scores are consistent across Cinebench versions. In Cinebench R15, it scores 2313 multi-core and 326 single-core. In R20, the scores are 9639 multi-core and 1360 single-core. In R23, the scores are 22950 multi-core and 3240 single-core. These results show a processor that scales well with increasing thread counts and maintains strong single-thread performance. The average benchmark score of 6638 places the CPU at the 62nd percentile, with nearest rivals being the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X at 6647 (-0.1%), Intel Core i9-9940X at 6657 (-0.3%), Intel Core i9-12900E at 6611 (+0.4%), and Intel Pentium Gold G6405 at 6605 (+0.5%).

The GPU's single benchmark score is 16504 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, placing it at the 59th percentile. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA T400 at 16508 (0% difference), AMD Radeon PRO W7500 at 16415 (+0.5% for the 5090 D V2), NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell at 16408 (+0.6%), and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT at 16361 (+0.9%). The combined picture shows a CPU that is slightly stronger relative to its peers than the GPU is to its peers, with the combined percentile of 61 reflecting a balanced pairing.

The GPU's 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 and the CPU's 22950 Cinebench R23 multi-core score together indicate a system capable of heavy compute workloads. The lack of measured FPS data means gaming performance must be estimated from these benchmark scores, with the understanding that the GPU's high memory bandwidth and shading unit count should translate to strong gaming performance at high resolutions, while the CPU's single-core score of 3240 suggests it can keep up in most titles. The deltaPct values for both components show that this system is competitive with its nearest rivals, with all differences within 1%.