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# Intel Core i5-13400F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM

This pairing combines Intel's 13th-generation Raptor Lake desktop processor with NVIDIA's Ampere-based RTX 3050 OEM graphics card, creating a mid-range desktop build that sits at the 67th combined percentile across all CPU and GPU configurations. The CPU is a 10-core, 16-thread part with a 65 W TDP, while the GPU is an 8 GB GDDR6 card with a 130 W TDP and a 300 W suggested PSU, making this a balanced entry-to-mid-tier desktop system for 1080p gaming and productivity. Importantly, there are no measured FPS rows for this exact combination in the data pack, so all frame-rate discussions below are estimates derived from the individual CPU and GPU benchmark scores rather than direct gameplay measurements.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13400F is built on the Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-S codename) using Intel's 10 nm process node with a die size of 215 mm². It features 10 physical cores and 16 threads, which breaks down into a hybrid configuration typical of 13th-generation desktop parts—though the fact pack does not specify the exact performance-core/efficiency-core split, the thread count relative to core count indicates hyper-threading on a subset of cores. The base clock is 2.50 GHz with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, and the cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. This is a locked multiplier part (multiplierUnlocked: false), meaning overclocking headroom is limited to what the motherboard and memory allow rather than direct CPU clock adjustment.

Benchmark scores paint a picture of a strong multi-threaded performer with respectable single-thread capabilities. In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 22604 in multi-core and 3191 in single-core tests. The multi-core score of 22604 is particularly telling—it places the 13400F well above many laptop-class processors and older desktop parts, suggesting that heavily threaded workloads like video rendering and software compilation will benefit significantly from the 10-core/16-thread configuration. The single-core score of 3191 indicates solid responsiveness in lightly threaded tasks such as web browsing, office applications, and older game engines that rely on one or two primary threads. Geekbench results reinforce this: 11068 multi-core and 1996 single-core, which are competitive numbers for a desktop CPU in this class.

The 3DMark thread scaling tests provide insight into how the CPU's thread count translates to performance across different levels of parallelism. From 2 threads (1880) to 4 threads (3459) and 8 threads (5591), the scaling is nearly linear, showing efficient use of additional cores. The jump from 8 threads (5591) to 16 threads (7314) is less dramatic—a 30.8% increase for doubling the thread count—which suggests that the efficiency cores contribute meaningfully but with diminishing returns compared to the performance cores. The max-threads score of 7307 is nearly identical to the 16-thread score of 7314, confirming that the CPU's full thread count is effectively utilized in heavily parallel workloads. PassMark tests add further detail: multi-thread score of 25032, integer math at 79942, floating-point math at 60539, and extended instructions at 19847. The data compression score of 311364 and random string sorting at 32076 indicate strong performance in data manipulation tasks, which is relevant for database work, file archiving, and certain scientific computing applications.

The CPU's percentile versus all CPUs is 77, meaning it outperforms 77% of all processors in the benchmark database. Its average benchmark score is 25292, and the nearest rivals provide context for its positioning. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (a mobile processor) has an average score of 25284 with a deltaPct of 0%, meaning the 13400F is statistically tied with it. The Intel Core 5 120 (25362, -0.3% delta) and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (25365, -0.3% delta) are also within a fraction of a percent, while the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H (25201, +0.4% delta) sits slightly behind. This clustering indicates that the 13400F delivers performance comparable to a previous-generation Ryzen 7 mobile chip and a current mid-range desktop Ryzen 5, which is a strong value proposition for a desktop part with a 65 W TDP.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-13400F uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which is the socket for 12th and 13th generation Core desktop processors. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, giving builders flexibility in choosing between older, more affordable DDR4 modules or newer, faster DDR5 kits. The memory bus is dual-channel, and the fact pack does not provide a specific memory bandwidth figure, but the dual-channel support with either DDR4 or DDR5 means the platform can adapt to different performance and cost priorities. ECC memory is not supported, which is a consideration for users who require error-correcting memory for scientific or financial workloads—this is a consumer-oriented platform rather than a workstation part.

PCIe connectivity is listed as Gen 5 with 16 lanes available from the CPU. This is a forward-looking feature, as PCIe Gen 5 doubles the bandwidth of Gen 4, which matters for future GPU upgrades and high-speed NVMe storage drives. However, the RTX 3050 OEM GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface, so it will run at the lower bandwidth until a newer GPU is installed. The Gen 5 lanes provide headroom for a future GPU upgrade without needing to change the motherboard or CPU, which is a sensible upgrade path for this build.

The CPU's TDP is 65 W, which is modest for a 10-core desktop processor. This low power draw means that a capable air cooler (the fact pack does not specify a cooler, but the 65 W TDP does not require a high-end liquid cooler) should be sufficient to maintain boost clocks under sustained loads. The GPU has a 130 W TDP, and the suggested PSU for the system is 300 W. This 300 W figure is low by modern gaming standards, which means the system has limited headroom for overclocking or adding power-hungry peripherals. A sensible next upgrade would be a more powerful GPU, but that would likely require a PSU upgrade as well—the 300 W suggested PSU is barely sufficient for the current configuration, and a higher-tier GPU with a higher TDP would exceed it. The platform itself, however, can support a more powerful CPU via the Socket 1700 socket, though the 13400F is already well-matched to the GPU's performance level.

The GPU's power connector is a single 8-pin, and the card is dual-slot with dimensions of 242 mm in length and 112 mm in height. This is a compact card that should fit in most mid-tower cases, but builders should verify clearance for the dual-slot width and 242 mm length when choosing a case. The GPU is marked as end-of-life in production status, meaning it is no longer manufactured, so availability will depend on existing stock. The CPU is still active in production, which is a positive sign for long-term platform support.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the Intel Core i5-13400F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is a study in contrasting performance tiers. The CPU sits at the 77th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU sits at the 57th percentile among all GPUs. This 20-percentage-point gap suggests that the CPU is the stronger component relative to its peers, which means the GPU is more likely to be the limiting factor in most workloads. The combined percentile is 67, which is lower than the CPU's individual percentile but higher than the GPU's, reflecting the pairing's overall position.

In CPU-bound workloads—such as physics calculations, data compression, and multi-threaded rendering—the 13400F's PassMark physics score of 1437 and multi-thread score of 25032 indicate that the CPU will not be the bottleneck. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 11857 and DirectX 12 score of 58 are modest, suggesting that in gaming at higher resolutions or with demanding graphical settings, the GPU will limit frame rates. The CPU's 3DMark 16-thread score of 7314 versus the GPU's compute score of 5779 reinforces this—the CPU has more relative headroom for parallel processing than the GPU has for graphics compute.

For gaming, the bottleneck picture is clear: at 1080p with lower settings, the CPU can feed the GPU adequately, but at 1440p or with ultra settings, the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth will constrain performance. The GPU's pixel rate of 56.16 GPixel/s and texture rate of 126.4 GTexel/s are entry-level figures, meaning that high-resolution textures and high-detail effects will strain the card. The CPU's single-thread score of 960 in 3DMark suggests it can handle game logic and physics without issue, but the GPU's DirectX 11 score of 86 and DirectX 12 score of 58 indicate that frame rates will drop in API-heavy scenes. In productivity workloads, the balance shifts the other way: the CPU's strong multi-core scores will dominate rendering and compilation tasks, while the GPU's compute capabilities will be underutilized unless the software leverages CUDA or OpenCL acceleration.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p with competitive settings, this build can plausibly hit high frame rates in esports titles, but the GPU's 57th percentile and modest DirectX scores mean that triple-A games at ultra settings will likely fall short of 144 Hz. The CPU's single-thread performance is sufficient to avoid bottlenecking at high refresh rates, but the GPU is the limiting factor.

Streaming: The CPU's 10 cores and 16 threads provide ample headroom for software encoding while gaming, as the multi-thread score of 25032 in PassMark indicates strong parallel processing. The GPU's NVENC capabilities (implied by the tensor cores and Ampere architecture) can offload encoding, but the fact pack does not specify NVENC performance directly—the CPU's threading is the primary asset here.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604 and Geekbench multi-core of 11068 suggest that timeline rendering and export tasks will be handled efficiently by the CPU. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM is adequate for 1080p editing with effects, but 4K projects with heavy color grading may exceed the 224.0 GB/s bandwidth.

3D rendering: The CPU's 20 MB L3 cache and 16 threads deliver strong performance in CPU-based renderers, with the Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 8892 indicating solid throughput. GPU-accelerated rendering will be limited by the RTX 3050 OEM's 8.087 TFLOPS FP32 performance, which is entry-level for modern render engines.

Software development: The PassMark integer math score of 79942 and data compression score of 311364 are strong indicators for compilation and code processing. The CPU's 16 threads will reduce build times, and the 65 W TDP means sustained all-core loads are thermally manageable.

Student and office work: The single-thread scores (3DMark single-thread 960, Cinebench R23 single-core 3191) are more than adequate for web browsing, document editing, and spreadsheet work. The GPU's G2D score of 973 ensures smooth 2D desktop rendering, and the 65 W CPU TDP keeps power consumption low for all-day use.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 25292, placing it at the 77th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, scores 25284 with a deltaPct of 0%, meaning the two are statistically identical. The Intel Core 5 120 (25362, -0.3%) and AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (25365, -0.3%) are also within a fraction of a percent, while the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H trails at 25201 (+0.4% delta). This tight clustering shows that the 13400F is a well-positioned mid-range desktop CPU that matches or slightly exceeds previous-generation mobile flagship processors.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 15199, placing it at the 57th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 7600, scores 15171 with a deltaPct of 0.2%, putting the RTX 3050 OEM slightly ahead. The AMD Radeon 680M (15270, -0.5%) and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 580 (15283, -0.5%) are just behind, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (15290, -0.6%) trails by a similar margin. The GPU's specific scores include Geekbench OpenCL at 60740 and Vulkan at 57103, which are competitive for entry-level cards, but the PassMark DirectX scores (DirectX 12 at 58, DirectX 11 at 86, DirectX 10 at 61, DirectX 9 at 137) show that the card is better suited to older APIs than modern ones. The PassMark G3D score of 11857 and G2D score of 973 provide a combined picture of a card that handles 2D tasks easily but is modest in 3D performance.

The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pairing is 67, which reflects the CPU's stronger relative performance pulling up the GPU's weaker position. The pair rank by FPS is null in the data pack, confirming that no direct gaming measurements exist for this combination.

FAQ

Q: What is the combined performance percentile for this CPU and GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile is 67, meaning this build outperforms 67% of all CPU and GPU configurations in the benchmark database.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-13400F compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS?

A: The two processors have nearly identical average benchmark scores—25292 for the 13400F and 25284 for the Ryzen 9 6900HS, with a deltaPct of 0%.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s.

Q: Does this CPU support PCIe Gen 5?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-13400F supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes available from the CPU, though the RTX 3050 OEM GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface.

Q: What is the suggested PSU wattage for this build?

A: The suggested PSU is 300 W, which is modest given the CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 130 W TDP.

Q: Is the RTX 3050 OEM still in production?

A: No, the GPU's production status is listed as end-of-life, meaning it is no longer manufactured and availability depends on existing stock.

Q: What is the CPU's TDP and what does it imply for cooling?

A: The CPU has a 65 W TDP, which is low for a 10-core desktop processor, meaning a standard air cooler should suffice for maintaining boost clocks.

Who Should Build It

This build is best suited for desktop users who prioritize CPU-intensive productivity tasks while gaming at 1080p with moderate settings. The CPU's 77th percentile ranking makes it a strong choice for software developers who need fast compilation times—the PassMark integer math score of 79942 and multi-thread score of 25032 indicate excellent throughput for code builds. Students and office workers will find the single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core 3191) more than adequate for everyday applications, while the 65 W CPU TDP keeps the system quiet and power-efficient. Content creators working with 1080p video will benefit from the CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604 for rendering, though the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 57th percentile ranking limit 4K editing workflows. Gamers targeting high-refresh esports titles at 1080p will see acceptable performance, but those seeking ultra-settings in triple-A games should look at higher-tier GPUs. Small business workstations handling data processing and spreadsheet tasks will find the PassMark data compression score of 311364 and random string sorting score of 32076 valuable for database operations.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build (buildClass: desktop) that pairs the Intel Core i5-13400F with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM. The CPU is a 10-core, 16-thread Raptor Lake part with a 65 W TDP, while the GPU is an Ampere-based card with 8 GB GDDR6 memory and a 130 W TDP. The combined percentile of 67 places this build in the upper-mid tier of all configurations, with the CPU at the 77th percentile being the stronger component and the GPU at the 57th percentile being the weaker link. This is a balanced system for 1080p gaming and CPU-heavy productivity, with the Intel Socket 1700 platform offering upgrade potential via a stronger GPU or a higher-tier 13th-generation CPU.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM is built on the Ampere architecture using Samsung's 8 nm process node, with a die size of 276 mm² and 12,000 million transistors. The chip is designated GA106, and the card features 2304 shading units, 72 texture mapping units, and 32 raster operations pipelines. The GPU includes 18 ray tracing cores and 72 tensor cores, which are the dedicated hardware for ray-traced lighting and AI-accelerated features like DLSS—the fact pack does not provide DLSS-specific performance numbers, but the tensor core count is indicative of the capability. The base clock is 1515 MHz with a boost clock of 1755 MHz, and the memory clock runs at 1750 MHz with 14 Gbps effective data rate. The 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus delivers 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is modest for modern games but adequate for 1080p textures.

The GPU's compute capabilities are defined by its 8.087 TFLOPS FP32 performance and matching 8.087 TFLOPS FP16 (1:1 ratio). The pixel rate is 56.16 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 126.4 GTexel/s, which place it in the entry-to-mid range for 1080p rendering. In benchmark tests, the GPU scores 60740 in Geekbench OpenCL and 57103 in Geekbench Vulkan, indicating solid compute performance for its class. The PassMark G3D score of 11857 is the primary 3D gaming indicator, while the DirectX scores—58 for DirectX 12, 86 for DirectX 11, 61 for DirectX 10, and 137 for DirectX 9—show that the card performs better with legacy APIs, which is typical for a GPU with 32 ROPs. The GPU compute score of 5779 in PassMark is lower than the G3D score, suggesting that raw compute workloads are not the card's strength. The nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX 7600, has an average score of 15171 with a deltaPct of 0.2%, meaning the RTX 3050 OEM is slightly faster on average, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (15290, -0.6%) is just behind. The GPU's 57th percentile ranking among all GPUs confirms its position as a mid-tier card.

Gaming Performance

There is no measured FPS data for this exact CPU+GPU combination in the fact pack, so all frame-rate figures discussed here are estimates based on the individual benchmark scores. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 11857 and DirectX 12 score of 58 suggest that at 1080p with ultra settings, most modern games will run at playable but not high frame rates—likely in the 40-60 FPS range for demanding titles, based on the card's 57th percentile position. The CPU's strong single-thread performance (3DMark single-thread 960, Cinebench R23 single-core 3191) ensures that frame rates will be GPU-limited rather than CPU-limited in most scenarios. At 1080p with medium or high settings, the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth can deliver smoother performance, potentially averaging 60 FPS or higher in well-optimized titles. At 1440p, the GPU's modest pixel rate of 56.16 GPixel/s and texture rate of 126.4 GTexel/s will likely push frame rates down to 30-45 FPS on ultra settings, requiring reduced settings for competitive play. The DirectX 9 score of 137 is notably higher than the DirectX 12 score of 58, which implies that older games or games running on legacy APIs will perform better than modern titles using DirectX 12. For esports games like Counter-Strike or Valorant, which are typically CPU-bound and use lighter graphics, the 13400F's single-thread strength and the GPU's reasonable fill rates should enable high frame rates at 1080p, though the exact figures are not measured. These estimates are based on the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations—actual gaming performance can vary based on game optimization, driver maturity, and system configuration.

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