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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13400F + Intel Arc B570

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89 / 100
HIGH-END

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%
VS
GPU
91%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-13400F

25,292 Benchmark Score
Top 13% Market Ranking
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GRAPHICS CARD

Intel Arc B570

20,556 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 and Intel Arc B570 combination represents a balanced mid-range desktop pairing that prioritizes multi-threaded productivity and 1080p gaming. The CPU delivers strong multi-core performance for its class, while the GPU offers competitive rasterization and modern feature support, resulting in a system that handles high-refresh esports and demanding creative workloads with reasonable efficiency. The data shows a combined percentile rank of 71, placing this build above the majority of tested configurations.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 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 and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 20 MB L3 cache. This configuration provides a solid foundation for both single-threaded responsiveness and multi-threaded throughput.

Benchmark results indicate the CPU performs best in multi-threaded scenarios. It scores 22,604 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3,191 in single-core, with a Geekbench multi-core score of 11,068 and single-core score of 1,996. The 3DMark tests show scaling from 1,880 in the 2-thread test to 7,314 in the 16-thread test, indicating strong parallel efficiency. Passmark results reinforce this, with a multi-thread score of 25,032 and single-thread score of 3,634. The CPU's percentile rank of 77 versus all CPUs places it comfortably ahead of most processors, with an average benchmark score of 25,292.

Comparing to nearest rivals, the 13400F's average score is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (deltaPct of 0), while it trails the Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D by only 0.3%. It leads the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H by 0.4%. These narrow margins suggest the 13400F sits at the top of a competitive performance tier, making it a reliable choice for productivity tasks like video encoding, compilation, and 3D rendering where multi-threaded performance scales well.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's benchmark scores reflect a strong multi-threaded processor. In Cinebench R23, the multi-core score of 22,604 is over seven times higher than the single-core score of 3,191, demonstrating excellent scaling across its 16 threads. The Passmark integer math score of 79,942 and floating-point math score of 60,539 further indicate robust computational capability for both general and scientific workloads. Data encryption (16,608) and compression (311,364) scores show the processor handles data-intensive tasks effectively.

The GPU, Intel Arc B570, delivers a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,649 and a Passmark G3D score of 14,195, placing it at the 65th percentile versus all GPUs. Its average benchmark score of 20,556 is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (deltaPct of 0.1) and Intel Arc A750 (deltaPct of -0.1), showing it competes with established mid-range options. The combined picture shows a system where the CPU's 77th percentile ranking is stronger than the GPU's 65th percentile, suggesting the processor has headroom over the graphics card in some workloads.

The pair's average FPS across all tested games is 86.2, ranking 3,043 out of 3,732 pairs. This places the combination in the lower half of tested pairs, indicating that while each component is solid individually, the pairing does not push into top-tier gaming performance. The measured FPS data confirms this: at 1080p, the system achieves 141 FPS in Call of Duty: Warzone but only 39 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 on ultra settings.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc B570 is built on the Xe2-HPG architecture (Battlemage generation) using TSMC's 5 nm process, with 19,600 million transistors on a 272 mm² die. It features 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, delivering 380.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The GPU operates at a base and boost clock of 2500 MHz, with memory running at 2375 MHz (19 Gbps effective). The shader configuration includes 2,304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 80 raster operation units, along with 18 ray tracing cores.

Compute performance is specified at 11.52 TFLOPS for FP32 and 23.04 TFLOPS for FP16 (2:1 ratio), with pixel rate of 200.0 GPixel/s and texture rate of 360.0 GTexel/s. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, making it feature-complete for modern game APIs. The 18 ray tracing cores provide hardware-accelerated ray tracing, though benchmark scores suggest this is not a primary strength.

In benchmark tests, the GPU scores 83,514 in Geekbench OpenCL and 96,844 in Vulkan, indicating strong compute performance for its class. Passmark scores show DirectX 11 is the strongest API at 118, with DirectX 12 at 72 and DirectX 10 at 65. The G3D score of 14,195 and GPU compute score of 7,281 indicate balanced performance across graphics and compute workloads. Compared to rivals, the B570 matches the RTX 3070 Mobile and Arc A750 in average score, suggesting it delivers comparable rasterization performance to those GPUs.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The system excels in esports titles at 1080p. Valorant runs at 304 FPS, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive at 293 FPS, and Counter-Strike 2 at 133 FPS on ultra settings. These results support high-refresh monitors for competitive play.

Streaming: The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance (Cinebench R23 multi-core of 22,604) provides ample headroom for encoding while gaming. The GPU's 11.52 TFLOPS FP32 compute contributes to rendering and encoding tasks, though the 65th percentile GPU ranking suggests dedicated encoding hardware is not exceptional.

Video editing: The 10-core/16-thread CPU handles timeline rendering and export efficiently, as shown by the 25,032 Passmark multi-thread score. The GPU's 10 GB VRAM and 380.0 GB/s bandwidth support 1080p and 1440p editing workflows, though 4K timelines may strain the GPU's 65th percentile positioning.

3D rendering: Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22,604 indicates solid CPU-based rendering performance. The GPU's FP32 compute of 11.52 TFLOPS handles real-time viewport rendering, with Vulkan score of 96,844 showing strong API efficiency for render engines that leverage it.

Software development: The 16 threads and 20 MB L3 cache support concurrent compilation and testing. Passmark integer math of 79,942 and extended instructions of 19,847 indicate robust performance for code compilation and binary processing.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread score of 3,191 (Passmark) and 960 (3DMark single-thread) handle everyday applications smoothly. The 65 W TDP keeps power requirements modest, and the dual-channel memory support allows for cost-effective DDR4 configurations.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data reveals a CPU-favorable balance, with the processor at the 77th percentile versus the GPU at the 65th. This means the GPU is more likely to be the limiting factor in graphics-intensive workloads. In gaming, this manifests as frame rate drops at higher resolutions: Cyberpunk 2077 drops from 39 FPS at 1080p to 19 FPS at 4K, while Call of Duty: Warzone drops from 141 to 107 FPS. The GPU's 10 GB VRAM and 160-bit bus become constraints at 4K ultra settings.

However, the CPU's strong multi-threaded performance ensures it does not bottleneck the GPU in most scenarios. The pair's average FPS of 86.2 across all games, ranking 3,043 of 3,732, indicates the GPU holds the system back from higher frame rates in demanding titles. The FPS scaling from 1080p to 4K shows a typical GPU-bound pattern: lighter games like Valorant scale from 304 to 207 FPS, while heavier games like Ark: Survival Ascended drop from 19 to 6 FPS, confirming the GPU is the primary bottleneck in graphically intensive settings.

Who Should Build It

This build targets gamers seeking high-refresh esports performance at 1080p, where it delivers 133+ FPS in Counter-Strike 2 and 141+ FPS in Call of Duty: Warzone on ultra settings. Content creators who prioritize CPU-heavy workloads like video editing and 3D rendering will benefit from the 16-thread processor, while the GPU handles moderate graphics acceleration. Developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the multi-threaded performance, and students or small businesses needing a reliable desktop for office work will find the 65 W TDP and dual-channel memory support sufficient. The system is less suited for 4K gaming or heavy ray tracing, as the GPU's 65th percentile ranking and 18 RT cores limit performance in those areas.

Gaming Performance

The measured FPS data (dataIsMeasured: true) shows strong 1080p performance across a wide range of titles. At 1080p ultra, esports and lighter games run exceptionally well: Valorant at 304 FPS, CS:GO at 293 FPS, Roblox at 171 FPS, and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege at 158 FPS. Mid-weight titles like Assetto Corsa (78 FPS), Red Dead Redemption 2 (36 FPS), and Cyberpunk 2077 (39 FPS) show the limits of the GPU in demanding games.

At 1440p, performance drops predictably: Valorant falls to 259 FPS, CS:GO to 201 FPS, and Call of Duty: Warzone to 126 FPS. Heavier titles like Cyberpunk 2077 (29 FPS) and Red Dead Redemption 2 (27 FPS) become less playable at ultra settings. At 4K, only the lightest games remain smooth: Valorant at 207 FPS and CS:GO at 119 FPS, while most demanding titles fall below 30 FPS.

Build Overview

This desktop build pairs the Intel Core i5-13400F, a 10-core/16-thread Raptor Lake processor, with the Intel Arc B570, a 10 GB GDDR6 Battlemage GPU. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking versus all CPUs and the GPU's 65th percentile ranking place this combination at the 71st combined percentile, indicating a solid mid-range system. The processor's strong multi-threaded performance (Cinebench R23 multi-core of 22,604) and the GPU's competitive rasterization (matching the RTX 3070 Mobile in average score) make this a balanced pairing for 1080p gaming and productivity, with the CPU providing more headroom than the GPU in demanding workloads.

FAQ

Q: How does the Core i5-13400F compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The 13400F's average benchmark score of 25,292 is essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (deltaPct of 0), trails the Intel Core 5 120 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D by 0.3%, and leads the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H by 0.4%.

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

A: The Intel Arc B570 sits at the 65th percentile versus all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 20,556 that matches the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (deltaPct of 0.1) and Intel Arc A750 (deltaPct of -0.1).

Q: What kind of gaming performance can I expect at 1080p?

A: At 1080p ultra settings, the system delivers 304 FPS in Valorant, 293 FPS in CS:GO, 141 FPS in Call of Duty: Warzone, and 133 FPS in Counter-Strike 2, but only 39 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 and 36 FPS in Red Dead Redemption 2.

Q: How does the system perform in 4K gaming?

A: At 4K ultra, only lighter titles remain smooth: Valorant at 207 FPS and CS:GO at 119 FPS. Most demanding games fall below 30 FPS, with Cyberpunk 2077 at 19 FPS and Ark: Survival Ascended at 6 FPS.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU the stronger component?

A: The CPU ranks at the 77th percentile versus all CPUs, while the GPU ranks at the 65th percentile, indicating the processor is relatively stronger and the GPU is more likely to be the bottleneck in graphics-heavy workloads.

Q: What memory and expansion options does the CPU support?

A: The Core i5-13400F supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Q: What is the combined performance ranking of this build?

A: The combination of the 13400F and Arc B570 achieves a combined percentile rank of 71, with an average FPS of 86.2 across all tested games, ranking 3,043 out of 3,732 pairs.