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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13400F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER

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90 / 100
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Top 10% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
87%
VS
GPU
94%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-13400F

25,292 Benchmark Score
Top 13% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER

31,087 Benchmark Score
Top 6% 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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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 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER represents a classic high-end desktop configuration, targeting the upper echelon of performance for both gaming and productivity. This build combines a 10-core Raptor Lake processor with a 16 GB Ada Lovelace graphics card, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPU and GPU pairings. The data shows a system that is exceptionally well-rounded, but a closer look at the benchmark scores and FPS metrics reveals specific bottlenecks depending on the workload and resolution.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the Intel Core i5-13400F and the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is heavily dependent on the resolution and the specific game engine. The CPU’s single-threaded performance, with a 3dmark_single_thread score of 960 and a Geekbench single-core score of 1996, is robust for gaming. However, the GPU’s raw power, evidenced by its Passmark G3D score of 31811 and a 76th percentile ranking among all GPUs, is often the limiting factor at higher resolutions. In lighter esports titles like Counter-Strike 2, the CPU can push frame rates to 300 FPS at 1080p, but the GPU is still the bottleneck at 4K, where the frame rate drops to 111 FPS.

At 1080p, the balance is the most precarious. The i5-13400F’s 10 cores (6 Performance and 4 Efficient) can often feed the GPU enough data to saturate its capabilities. However, in highly threaded scenarios, the CPU’s 3dmark_max_threads score of 7307 is significantly lower than its 16-thread score of 7314, suggesting a slight plateau in scalability once all cores are engaged. In a game like Cyberpunk 2077, the system delivers 86.3 FPS at 1080p, which is excellent, but the more demanding Ark: Survival Ascended only reaches 46.9 FPS at the same resolution, indicating a scenario where the GPU's compute load is so heavy that the CPU has headroom to spare.

The bottleneck shifts decisively to the GPU as resolution increases. At 1440p and 2160p, the frame rates across the board show a clear scaling pattern that tracks with the GPU’s capabilities. For instance, in Red Dead Redemption 2, the system achieves 81.5 FPS at 1080p but falls to 59.4 FPS at 1440p and 40.9 FPS at 4K. This scaling is a classic GPU-bound signature, as the CPU is capable of maintaining the same game state logic regardless of resolution, while the GPU must render more pixels. The only workloads where the CPU becomes the definitive bottleneck are those that rely heavily on single-threaded performance or specific instruction sets, but the gaming data suggests that for most users, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER will be the component that determines the maximum achievable frame rate.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: For esports and competitive shooters, this build is exceptional. In Valorant, the system delivers 457.2 FPS at 1080p and still maintains 433.5 FPS at 1440p, making it more than capable of driving a 360Hz or 240Hz monitor. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive shows even higher performance with 661.6 FPS at 1080p, and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege hits 357 FPS at 1080p. The CPU’s strong single-threaded score of 960 in 3dmark ensures that even at high frame rates, the processor is not the limiting factor in these low-overhead engines.

Streaming: Streaming while gaming places a dual burden on the CPU and GPU. The i5-13400F’s 16 threads provide sufficient headroom for x264 encoding at a moderate preset while gaming, but the data suggests that using the GPU’s NVENC encoder is the better choice. The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER’s Passmark GPU compute score of 18372 indicates strong parallel processing capability, and its 264 tensor cores can handle encoding tasks without impacting the gaming frame rates. The system’s performance in Call of Duty: Warzone at 139.3 FPS (1080p) and 124.8 FPS (1440p) leaves ample overhead for a smooth streaming experience.

Video Editing: The combination of the CPU’s 16 threads and the GPU’s compute performance is a strong foundation for video editing. In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 22604 in multi-core and 3191 in single-core, which allows for responsive timeline scrubbing and fast export of H.264/H.265 footage. The GPU’s Geekbench OpenCL score of 199267 accelerates effects and color grading tasks. The 16 GB of VRAM on the GPU is particularly useful for working with 4K timelines and complex compositions without running out of memory.

3D Rendering: For CPU-based rendering, the i5-13400F’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22604 places it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs, making it a capable mid-range renderer. However, for GPU-based rendering engines like Blender Cycles or Octane, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the workhorse. Its FP32 performance of 44.10 TFLOPS and 66 RT cores provide substantial horsepower for ray tracing and compute-heavy scenes. The system’s Passmark data encryption score of 16608 also suggests good performance for security-related rendering tasks.

Software Development: The 10-core, 16-thread configuration is well-suited for compiling code and running virtual machines. Geekbench multi-core score of 11068 indicates responsive performance for parallel build tasks, while the single-core score of 1996 ensures snappy UI interactions in IDEs. The system’s Passmark integer math score of 79942 and floating-point math score of 60539 demonstrate strong arithmetic throughput for data processing and scientific computing workloads.

Student and Office Work: This configuration is massively overpowered for standard office tasks, but it excels in terms of responsiveness. The i5-13400F’s Passmark single-thread score of 3634 ensures that spreadsheet operations and web browsing are instantaneous. The GPU is entirely unnecessary for these tasks, but it doesn't introduce any negative performance characteristics. The system’s 65W TDP for the CPU means it can be kept cool with a modest air cooler, making it a quiet workstation for a dorm room or office.

FAQ

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-13400F a good match for the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER at 4K resolution?

A: Yes, the data indicates that at 3840x2160, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck. The CPU’s performance is sufficient to keep up, as seen in games like Call of Duty: Warzone, which still achieves 108.1 FPS at 4K, and Counter-Strike 2 at 111 FPS. The CPU’s 3dmark_max_threads score of 7307 is more than enough for the frame rates the GPU can produce at this resolution.

Q: How does the i5-13400F compare to its nearest rivals in multi-core performance?

A: The i5-13400F has an average benchmark score of 25292, which is virtually identical to the AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (25284, 0% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H (25201, 0.4% delta). It is slightly behind the Intel Core 5 120 (25362, -0.3% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D (25365, -0.3% delta), but these differences are within the margin of error.

Q: What is the maximum frame rate achievable in Counter-Strike 2?

A: The measured FPS for Counter-Strike 2 is 300 at 1920x1080, 199 at 2560x1440, and 111 at 3840x2160. The 1080p figure is likely capped by the game’s engine or a monitor refresh rate limit, as the system achieves much higher scores in other esports titles like Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (661.6 FPS).

Q: Can this system handle ray tracing in Cyberpunk 2077?

A: Yes, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is equipped with 66 RT cores. The measured FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 is 86.3 at 1080p, 63.7 at 1440p, and 43.5 at 4K. These figures are strong for a game with heavy ray tracing effects, and the GPU’s Ada Lovelace architecture is designed for this workload.

Q: Does the CPU support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-13400F supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. It features a dual-channel memory bus. The specific memory type used will depend on the motherboard chosen for the build.

Q: Is the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER a good choice for 3D modeling?

A: The GPU’s Passmark G3D score of 31811 and its 16 GB of GDDR6X memory make it excellent for 3D modeling and rendering. The high memory bandwidth of 672.3 GB/s allows for rapid texture loading and manipulation of complex scenes.

Q: What kind of power supply is recommended for this build?

A: The GPU’s suggested PSU is 600 W, and the CPU has a TDP of 65 W. A quality 600 W power supply is the minimum requirement, but a higher wattage unit provides more headroom for overclocking and future upgrades.

Who Should Build It

This system is designed for the enthusiast gamer who wants to play at 1440p and 4K with high refresh rates. The data shows that at 1440p, the system delivers 124.8 FPS in Call of Duty: Warzone, 92 FPS in Fortnite, and 199 FPS in Counter-Strike 2, making it ideal for a high-refresh 1440p monitor. For 4K gaming, it is capable of 60+ FPS in many titles, though the most demanding games like Ark: Survival Ascended (25.5 FPS at 1440p) will require settings adjustments or DLSS. The build is also a powerful choice for content creators who need a fast GPU for rendering and a capable CPU for encoding and multitasking. The 16 GB of VRAM is a key selling point for video editors and 3D artists working with large projects. Software developers will find the 16 threads useful for build automation, and the strong single-thread performance ensures a responsive development environment. For students and small business workstations, this system is overkill in terms of raw performance, but it will remain relevant for many years, handling any future software demands without issue.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13400F is a 10-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel’s 10nm process. It features a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, with a TDP of 65 W. The CPU’s cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 20 MB of L3 cache. This configuration provides a good balance between single-threaded responsiveness and multi-threaded throughput.

Benchmark results show the CPU performs admirably across various workloads. Its Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2278 and single-core score of 321 indicate solid generation-to-generation performance. The Geekbench multi-core score of 11068 and single-core of 1996 are competitive with its rivals. In the Passmark suite, the processor achieves a strong multi-thread score of 25032 and a single-thread score of 3634. The data compression test score of 311364 and extended instructions score of 19847 highlight its capability in specialized tasks. The CPU’s 3dmark scores, ranging from 1880 in 2-thread to 7314 in 16-thread, show excellent scaling as more cores are utilized, though there is a minor plateau between the 16-thread (7314) and max-thread (7307) scores. This suggests that the processor is well-balanced for gaming, where it can use a few fast cores, and for productivity, where it can leverage all 16 threads effectively.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-13400F is built for the Intel Socket 1700 platform. This is a mature socket with a wide range of motherboard options supporting both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The CPU supports dual-channel memory and PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The GPU, however, uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface, which is fully compatible with the CPU’s PCIe 5.0 slots. The platform supports a mix of DDR4 and DDR5, allowing builders to choose between cost-effective DDR4 or higher-performance DDR5 memory.

The suggested PSU for the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is 600 W, which provides a clear baseline for the system’s power requirements. The CPU’s 65W TDP is modest, meaning a high-quality 650W or 750W power supply would offer significant headroom for future upgrades. A sensible next upgrade path would be to increase the memory capacity to 32 GB or 64 GB, as the platform supports it. For CPU upgrades, a higher-tier Raptor Lake processor on the same socket would be a drop-in replacement, though the data shows the i5-13400F is not a bottleneck in most gaming scenarios. The GPU’s production status is end-of-life, so the next logical upgrade would be to a newer generation graphics card when the user wants more performance for 4K gaming.

Benchmark Performance

The combined system ranks in the 77th percentile of all CPU+GPU pairings, with an average FPS of 185.3 across all tested games. This pairing achieves a rank of 491 out of 3732 pairs, placing it in the top 13% of all configurations. The CPU’s average benchmark score is 25292, which is within 0.4% of its nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 7 6800H and AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS. The GPU’s average benchmark score is 31087, which is slightly lower than the NVIDIA TITAN RTX (31676, -1.9% delta) but higher than the NVIDIA Quadro M5000 (31206, -0.4% delta).

The CPU’s percentile rank of 77 against all CPUs and the GPU’s percentile rank of 76 against all GPUs demonstrate that this is a well-matched pair, with neither component significantly outperforming the other in overall capability. The data indicates that the i5-13400F is a solid mid-to-high-range processor, while the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is a high-end graphics card. The combined picture is a system that excels in high-refresh 1440p gaming and is capable of smooth 4K gaming in less demanding titles.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build featuring the Intel Core i5-13400F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER. The CPU is a 10-core, 16-thread part based on the Raptor Lake architecture, and the GPU is a high-end Ada Lovelace card with 16 GB of GDDR6X memory. The overall tier of this build is high, as evidenced by its 77th percentile combined ranking. This places it above the average gaming PC and makes it suitable for demanding applications and high-end gaming. The GPU’s triple-slot design and 310 mm length require a spacious case, and the 1x 16-pin power connector means a modern power supply is necessary. This is a premium build that targets users who want a high level of performance without opting for the absolute top-tier (and more expensive) components.

Gaming Performance

The data is measured, providing actual FPS figures for a wide range of games at three resolutions. The system demonstrates excellent performance in esports and competitive titles. In Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, it reaches 661.6 FPS at 1080p and 457.3 FPS at 1440p, making it ideal for high-refresh monitors. Valorant shows similar strengths with 457.2 FPS at 1080p and 433.5 FPS at 1440p. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege achieves 357 FPS at 1080p and 234 FPS at 1440p.

For AAA gaming, the results are strong but vary by title. Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 86.3 FPS at 1080p, 63.7 FPS at 1440p, and 43.5 FPS at 4K. Call of Duty: Warzone delivers 139.3 FPS at 1080p, 124.8 FPS at 1440p, and 108.1 FPS at 4K, showing excellent scaling. Red Dead Redemption 2 is more demanding, with 81.5 FPS at 1080p, 59.4 FPS at 1440p, and 40.9 FPS at 4K. The system can handle 4K gaming in many titles, but for the most demanding games like Ark: Survival Ascended (12.6 FPS at 4K) and Cyberpunk 2077 (43.5 FPS at 4K), users may need to enable DLSS or lower settings to achieve playable frame rates. The data shows that 1440p is the sweet spot for this build, delivering high frame rates in nearly all titles.