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

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89 Score

Top 11% Ranking

89 / 100

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Power Build

Top 11% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

Well Balanced

CPU

87%

GPU

91%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-13400F

25,292 Benchmark Score

Top 13% Market Ranking

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GRAPHICS CARD

AMD Radeon RX 6600

19,036 Benchmark Score

Top 9% 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

The Intel Core i5-13400F paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6600 is a balanced mid-range desktop combination that targets 1080p high-refresh gaming and capable 1440p play, while providing solid multi-threaded performance for content creation and development. The CPU’s strong 10-core, 16-thread configuration delivers near-flagship multi-core scores for its class, while the GPU’s 8 GB of VRAM and RDNA 2 architecture ensure smooth frame rates in most esports and AAA titles, though 4K gaming remains a challenge.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: This build excels at 1080p esports and competitive shooters. The data shows exceptional headroom in titles like Valorant, achieving 322.4 FPS at 1080p, and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive at 312.8 FPS. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege also clears the high-refresh bar with 169 FPS at 1080p, and Counter-Strike 2 reaches 142.8 FPS. The CPU’s single-thread score of 960 in 3dMark single-thread ensures these high frame rates are sustained without significant bottlenecking.

Streaming: The 16 threads of the Core i5-13400F provide a capable foundation for simultaneous gaming and encoding. While the GPU lacks a dedicated hardware encoder as fast as some rivals, the CPU’s PassMark multi-thread score of 25032 and 3dMark max-threads score of 7307 indicate it can handle software encoding overhead for 1080p streams, especially in less demanding titles like Minecraft, which runs at 140 FPS at 1080p.

Video Editing: For 1080p and light 1440p editing, this pairing is effective. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604 places it well above typical productivity laptops, allowing for efficient timeline scrubbing and export rendering. GPU acceleration via OpenCL, with a score of 28850, assists with effects and color grading, though the 8 GB VRAM may limit very complex 4K compositions.

3D Rendering: The multi-core performance is the star here. The CPU’s Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 8892 and Geekbench multi-core score of 11068 provide strong processing power for CPU-based rendering engines. For GPU rendering, the Radeon RX 6600’s FP32 performance of 8.928 TFLOPS and 28 RT cores offer a usable, if not top-tier, level of acceleration for Blender or similar software, handling moderate scene complexity.

Software Development: Compilation times benefit significantly from the 10-core, 16-thread CPU. The PassMark data encryption score of 16608 and integer math score of 79942 indicate solid performance for code compilation and running virtual machines. The 20 MB of shared L3 cache helps with frequently accessed code, while the support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory allows for flexible system builds.

Student and Office Work: This system is far more powerful than needed for standard office tasks, but the headroom ensures smooth multitasking. The Geekbench single-core score of 1996 and PassMark single-thread score of 3634 guarantee snappy application launches and responsive spreadsheets. The GPU’s PassMark G2D score of 889 handles 2D desktop compositing and multiple monitors without strain, making it a very responsive workstation for academic workloads.

Benchmark Performance

The combined performance percentile of this build is 70, placing it in the upper-mid range of all desktop systems. The CPU is the dominant component in this pairing, with a percentile ranking of 77 against all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 25292 places it in direct competition with processors like the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, which scores 25284, and it is 0.4% faster than the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H, which scores 25201. This indicates the i5-13400F is a top-tier mid-range CPU, often performing on par with high-end laptop chips from the previous generation.

The GPU, while capable, is the limiting factor in raw compute. The Radeon RX 6600 holds a 63rd percentile ranking against all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 19036. Its performance is nearly identical to the NVIDIA RTX 4050 Mobile, which scores 19049, and it is 0.4% faster than the NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation, which scores 18954. This places the GPU in the entry-level to mid-range segment of the market. The pair ranks 2915 out of 3732 in frame rate performance across tested games, with an average of 94.1 FPS, confirming that the CPU’s strength is not fully utilized by the GPU in many gaming scenarios, but the overall experience remains strong for the target resolution.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6600 is built on the 7 nm RDNA 2.0 architecture, featuring the Navi 23 chip with 11,060 million transistors on a 237 mm² die. It comes equipped with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s. The GPU has a base clock of 1626 MHz, a game clock of 2044 MHz, and a boost clock of 2491 MHz. Its 1792 shading units and 112 TMUs provide a texture rate of 279.0 GTexel/s, while the 64 ROPs achieve a pixel rate of 159.4 GPixel/s. It also includes 28 RT cores for hardware-accelerated ray tracing.

In synthetic benchmarks, the GPU scores 1492 in 3dMark Steel Nomad DX12, 67623 in Geekbench Vulkan, and 88398 in Geekbench Metal. The PassMark G3D score of 15096 and GPU compute score of 6554 illustrate its compute capabilities. For rendering workloads, the FP32 performance of 8.928 TFLOPS is sufficient for real-time viewport rendering, while the FP16 output of 17.86 TFLOPS (2:1) can accelerate AI denoising tasks. The 132 W TDP and dual-slot design make it a manageable card for most ATX cases, requiring a single 8-pin power connector and a 300 W suggested PSU.

FAQ

Q: Is this system good for 4K gaming?

A: No, the data indicates 4K gaming is not a viable target. Measured frame rates at 3840x2160 often fall below 30 FPS in demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 (21 FPS) and Red Dead Redemption 2 (18 FPS). Even less demanding games like Call of Duty: Warzone see a significant drop to 107 FPS, but the overall trend shows the GPU lacks the bandwidth and raw power for consistent 4K performance.

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

A: The Core i5-13400F’s average benchmark score of 25292 is essentially on par with the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (25284), showing a 0% difference. It is 0.3% slower than the Intel Core 5 120 (25362) and 0.3% slower than the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (25365), but it is 0.4% faster than the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H (25201).

Q: What is the GPU’s performance tier relative to other graphics cards?

A: The Radeon RX 6600 sits in the 63rd percentile of all GPUs. Its average benchmark score of 19036 is statistically identical to the NVIDIA Quadro K6000 (19030) and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile (19049), indicating it performs at the level of a mobile mid-range RTX 40-series chip.

Q: Can this system handle software development workloads?

A: Yes, the CPU’s 16 threads and high multi-core scores, such as the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604 and PassMark multi-thread score of 25032, are well-suited for compiling code and running multiple containers or VMs. The 20 MB of L3 cache also helps with frequently accessed data.

Q: Does the GPU support modern graphics APIs?

A: Yes, the Radeon RX 6600 supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. This ensures compatibility with all modern game engines and allows for features like hardware ray tracing, given the 28 RT cores.

Q: How much VRAM does the GPU have, and is it enough?

A: The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. This is sufficient for 1080p and most 1440p gaming with high textures, as evidenced by the strong frame rates in games like Call of Duty: Warzone (126 FPS at 1440p). However, it may become a limiting factor at 4K or with very high-resolution texture packs in some AAA titles.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm process. It features a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The CPU has a 20 MB shared L3 cache and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. It uses the Intel Socket 1700 and provides PCIe Gen 5 lanes for the primary graphics card. Its average benchmark score of 25292 places it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs.

In single-threaded tasks, the CPU scores 960 in 3dmark single-thread and 3191 in Cinebench R23 single-core, indicating excellent responsiveness for gaming and everyday applications. Multi-threaded performance is where it shines, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 11068. The PassMark tests further reveal its strengths in integer math (79942), floating-point math (60539), and data compression (311364), making it a versatile chip for both gaming and productivity. The data shows that the CPU’s performance is closely matched with mobile high-end processors like the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, but with the benefit of being a desktop part.

Who Should Build It

This build is ideal for a gamer focused on 1080p high-refresh-rate play, especially in competitive titles. The FPS data for Valorant (322.4 FPS), CS:GO (312.8 FPS), and Rainbow Six Siege (169 FPS) at 1080p shows this system can push well beyond 144 Hz in esports, making it a strong choice for players who need maximum responsiveness. It also handles modern AAA games at 1080p with high settings, as seen in Call of Duty: Warzone (141 FPS) and Assetto Corsa (83.3 FPS), though it will require settings adjustments for the most demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 (42 FPS).

Content creators working with 1080p video or 3D models will find the CPU’s multi-core power a significant asset. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604 allows for faster renders and exports compared to typical quad-core systems. For software developers, the 16 threads and high encryption scores provide a smooth experience for building large projects and managing virtualization workloads. Students and small business users will find this system exceptionally responsive for office suites, web development, and data analysis, with the CPU’s single-thread performance ensuring no lag in everyday tasks.

Gaming Performance

Measured frame rates at ultra settings show this build is a 1080p champion with strong 1440p capability. In esports titles, the performance is exceptional: Valorant hits 322.4 FPS at 1080p, and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive reaches 312.8 FPS. At 1440p, these still remain very high, with Valorant at 274.2 FPS and CS:GO at 218.6 FPS. For AAA shooters, Call of Duty: Warzone runs at 141 FPS at 1080p and 126 FPS at 1440p, indicating a smooth experience. Games like Minecraft (140 FPS), Roblox (184.2 FPS), and Barony (120 FPS) also run exceptionally well.

At 1440p, the experience remains playable for most games, though some demanding titles require lower settings. Control runs at 45 FPS, Cyberpunk 2077 at 31 FPS, and Red Dead Redemption 2 at 29.7 FPS. Lighter titles like Dave The Diver (89 FPS) and Inside (88 FPS) run flawlessly. At 4K, the GPU struggles, with most AAA games falling below 30 FPS, as seen in Cyberpunk 2077 (21 FPS) and Red Dead Redemption 2 (18 FPS). Only very light or well-optimized games like Valorant (223.2 FPS) and Roblox (70.3 FPS) remain playable at this resolution. The data confirms that 1080p is the sweet spot for this pairing, with 1440p being viable for less demanding titles.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i5-13400F CPU with the AMD Radeon RX 6600 GPU. The CPU is a 10-core, 16-thread Raptor Lake part that is currently in active production, while the GPU is an end-of-life RDNA 2.0 product. The combined system percentile is 70, placing it in the upper-mid tier of performance. The CPU’s 77th percentile ranking is significantly higher than the GPU’s 63rd percentile, indicating that the processor has more headroom than the graphics card can fully utilize in gaming. This pairing represents a practical mid-range configuration where the CPU provides a solid foundation for future GPU upgrades.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data indicates a CPU-bound system with the potential for GPU bottlenecking in specific workloads. The CPU’s average benchmark score (25292) is drastically higher than the GPU’s (19036), and its percentile ranking (77) far exceeds the GPU’s (63). In gaming, the frame rates suggest that the GPU is the limiting factor in many titles, particularly at higher resolutions. For example, while the CPU can push high frame rates in esports titles, the GPU’s performance ceiling prevents the system from hitting very high frame rates in more demanding AAA games at 1080p.

However, the bottleneck shifts based on the workload. In multi-threaded productivity tasks like 3D rendering or video encoding, the CPU’s performance becomes the primary constraint, as its multi-core scores, while strong for the mid-range, are still below high-end desktop parts. The GPU’s compute capabilities are sufficient for acceleration but will not match the speed of a higher-tier card. In everyday office and web tasks, neither component is a bottleneck, and the system feels very responsive. The FPS scaling from 1080p to 1440p to 4K shows a clear GPU limitation, with average frame rates dropping from 94.1 FPS overall to much lower figures at 4K, confirming that the Radeon RX 6600 is the primary constraint in gaming scenarios, while the CPU provides ample performance for a wide range of non-gaming tasks.

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

Power Build

System Balance Analysis

Intel Core i5-13400F

AMD Radeon RX 6600

Market Position

Game Performance Benchmarks

Valorant

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Valorant

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Valorant

Valorant

Performance Insights

Strong Performance

Performance Tiers Explained

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High-End

Mid-Range

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Legacy

Usage Scenarios

Benchmark Performance

GPU Analysis

FAQ

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Who Should Build It

Gaming Performance

Build Overview

Balance and Bottleneck

4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1440p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1080p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

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