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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13420H + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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84%

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95%

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Intel Core i5-13420H

18,511 Benchmark Score

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

38,135 Benchmark Score

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90-100

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70-89

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50-69

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The Intel Core i5-13420H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is an unusual configuration, placing a mid-range 8-core processor alongside a top-tier mobile GPU. This combination targets users who prioritize graphics performance for gaming and creative workloads. The data indicates a strong performer for its class, with the CPU offering a reliable foundation and the GPU delivering substantial rendering power. This analysis will break down the components, their performance metrics, and the implications for various usage scenarios.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is the undisputed powerhouse of this pairing. Built on the AD104 chip using TSMC's 5 nm process, it houses 35,800 million transistors on a 294 mm² die, making it a highly dense and efficient design. The GPU's architecture is Ada Lovelace, which brings a suite of modern features including 58 RT cores for ray tracing and 232 Tensor cores for AI-accelerated workloads. Its memory configuration is robust, featuring 12 GB of GDDR6 on a 192-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. This memory capacity and throughput are well-suited for high-resolution textures and compute-heavy tasks.

Clock speeds are a defining factor for this mobile part. The base clock is 1290 MHz, which can boost up to 1665 MHz, balancing power consumption with performance. The memory operates at 2250 MHz, or 18 Gbps effective, which contributes to the high overall bandwidth. The GPU's compute capabilities are substantial, with 7424 shading units, 232 texture mapping units (TMUs), and 80 render output units (ROPs), producing a pixel rate of 133.2 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 386.3 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is rated at 24.72 TFLOPS, which scales to the same figure for FP16 (1:1), indicating strong raw compute throughput for both gaming and professional applications.

In benchmark results, the GPU scores a Passmark G3D score of 24926, placing it in the 81st percentile of all GPUs. Its Passmark GPU Compute score is 11191, showing its ability to handle non-graphics compute tasks. In the Geekbench tests, it achieves 159575 in OpenCL and 145807 in Vulkan, demonstrating strong cross-API performance. Compared to its nearest rivals, the data shows a fascinating picture. The RTX 4080 Mobile scores are within a narrow margin of the NVIDIA GeForce MX570 (deltaPct: -0.4) and the newer GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile (deltaPct: -0.6), suggesting that the 4080 Mobile remains competitive with its direct successor in these aggregate metrics. It also holds a slight edge over the desktop RTX 4070 and Tesla P4, with a deltaPct of 1.3 in its favor. For rendering, this means the RTX 4080 Mobile is capable of handling demanding 3D scenes, with its RT cores accelerating ray-traced lighting and shadow effects in supported titles.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built around the Intel Core i5-13420H, which uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket. This is a mobile-specific socket, meaning the CPU is soldered to the motherboard and not user-upgradable. The processor supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory, offering flexibility in system design, though the specific bandwidth is not listed. It supports PCIe Gen 5 with 8 lanes from the CPU, ensuring high-speed connectivity for modern SSDs and other peripherals. The GPU connects via a separate PCIe 4.0 x16 interface, which is standard for high-performance mobile graphics.

Regarding power, the CPU has a TDP of 45 W, while the GPU has a TDP of 110 W. Combined, these draw a significant amount of power for a laptop, necessitating a robust cooling solution and a substantial battery. A suggested PSU is not listed, but given the component TDPs, a high-capacity power adapter is required for peak performance. For a sensible next upgrade, the data suggests that the primary bottleneck is the CPU. Users looking for more processing power would need to switch to a different platform entirely, as the BGA 1744 socket does not offer a higher-tier upgrade path within this specific laptop. Therefore, the "upgrade path" is effectively to a new laptop with a higher-end CPU, while the GPU in this configuration already represents a top-tier mobile option.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination; the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data. Consequently, all frame rate discussions are estimated from the benchmark scores and should be treated as projections rather than empirical results. The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 24926 and its 81st percentile ranking suggest it is a very high-end part, capable of driving modern games at high settings. The CPU's 3DMark scores, particularly the 8-thread score of 4614 and the max-thread score of 5587, indicate it can feed the GPU adequately in most gaming scenarios.

For high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p or 1440p, this combination is expected to deliver exceptionally high frame rates in most titles, likely exceeding 144 FPS in competitive shooters and easily maintaining 60 FPS in demanding AAA games. The 12 GB VRAM buffer is ample for high-resolution textures at these settings. At 4K, the GPU's performance will be more reliant on the CPU's ability to keep up. The single-thread score of 948 in 3DMark is respectable, but the CPU could become a limiting factor in CPU-intensive titles at this resolution, where frame rates are often bound by the processor's capability to process game logic and draw calls. The estimated performance suggests that for ultra-high refresh rate gaming, the GPU will be the star, while the CPU provides a stable, though not class-leading, foundation.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: This is a primary target for this configuration. The RTX 4080 Mobile's Passmark G3D score of 24926 and its position in the 81st GPU percentile indicate it can push very high frame rates. The CPU's 3DMark single-thread score of 948 and 4-thread score of 3357 provide the necessary responsiveness for fast-paced titles, making this a strong candidate for competitive and high-refresh gaming.

Streaming: The GPU's 232 Tensor cores and 58 RT cores are assets for encoding and streaming. The NVENC encoder, while not explicitly benchmarked, is part of the Ada Lovelace architecture. The combined CPU and GPU power, evidenced by the CPU's Passmark multithread score of 17475 and the GPU's compute score of 11191, ensures that the system can handle both game rendering and stream encoding with minimal performance impact.

Video Editing: This workload benefits from both the CPU and GPU. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11084 provides solid processing power for timeline operations and codec handling. The GPU's 12 GB of VRAM and 432.0 GB/s of bandwidth are beneficial for effects processing and rendering, accelerating exports and previews in software that leverages CUDA or DirectX 12.

3D Rendering: The RTX 4080 Mobile is the clear workhorse here. Its FP32 performance of 24.72 TFLOPS and 58 RT cores make it highly capable in rendering engines that support ray tracing and CUDA acceleration. The CPU's role is to prepare scenes and handle simulation tasks, with its 12 threads (from the 8 cores) providing a solid foundation. The GPU's Geekbench OpenCL score of 159575 further corroborates its compute strength for this use case.

Software Development: For coding, compiling, and running virtual machines, the CPU is the primary component. Its Passmark multithread score of 17475 and 12 MB of L3 cache are sufficient for moderate build times and multi-tasking. The high-end GPU is less critical for this workload, but it can be useful for GPU-accelerated development, such as CUDA programming or building graphical applications.

Student and Office Work: This configuration is vastly overqualified for these tasks. The CPU's Passmark single-thread score of 3396 ensures snappy application launches and web browsing. The integrated Iris Xe Graphics 80EU in the CPU can handle office tasks and video playback, meaning the discrete GPU could even be disabled to save power, though this is not a typical user action. The performance here is far beyond what is needed for word processing, spreadsheets, and email.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13420H is a member of the 13th Gen Core series, based on the Raptor Lake architecture. It is a mobile processor with 8 cores and 12 threads, a configuration that typically uses a hybrid design, though the specific P-core and E-core split is not detailed. The base clock is 2.10 GHz, which can boost up to 4.60 GHz. It has a 10 nm process node and is produced by Intel. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 12 MB of L3 cache.

In benchmark tests, the CPU shows a performance curve that scales with thread count. Its 3DMark scores are 5518 for 16 threads, 4614 for 8 threads, 3357 for 4 threads, and 1871 for 2 threads. The single-thread score is 948. This shows that the processor's performance scales well, though the jump from 8 to 16 threads is modest, suggesting diminishing returns from the extra threads. In Cinebench, it achieves 1738 in R15 multicore and 238 in single-core; R20 scores are 6013 and 848, respectively; and R23 scores are 11084 and 1689. These numbers indicate a strong multi-core performer relative to its single-thread capability.

The CPU's Passmark scores are comprehensive. It scores 17475 in the multithread test and 3396 in the single-thread test. Other notable scores include 58156 in integer math, 42806 in floating-point math, and 209450 in data compression. These results place the CPU in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs, making it a solid mid-range performer. Its average benchmark score is 18511, which is virtually identical to the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE (18505) and the Intel Core i3-14100F (18519), with deltaPct values of 0. It is 0.7% ahead of the Intel Core i3-13100 (18380) and the Intel Core 7 360 (18374). For real workloads, this means the CPU is a competent performer for everyday tasks and moderate multi-threaded applications, but it is not a high-end processor; it will not be the limiting factor in most gaming sessions but will be the primary constraint in heavily threaded productivity tasks.

Who Should Build It

This is a laptop configuration designed for users who prioritize GPU performance above all else. The primary target user is a gamer who wants to play at 1440p or 4K with high settings and high refresh rates. The RTX 4080 Mobile's 81st percentile ranking and 12 GB VRAM make it ideal for this. This is not a configuration for e-sports players who need the absolute highest frame rates at 1080p, as the CPU might hold back the GPU in such scenarios.

Content creators who work with video editing or 3D rendering will also find this setup compelling. The GPU's 24.72 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 232 Tensor cores provide significant acceleration in creative suites. For developers working on graphics or machine learning projects, the CUDA cores and Tensor cores are a major asset. However, for students or office workers, this configuration is excessive. The performance is far beyond the requirements for web browsing, document editing, and communication, and the high TDP of the components means shorter battery life and a heavier chassis. The target user is an enthusiast who demands top-tier graphics capability and is willing to accept a less powerful CPU as a compromise.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance balance in this system is skewed heavily toward the GPU. The RTX 4080 Mobile, with its 81st GPU percentile, is a significantly more capable component than the CPU, which sits in the 72nd CPU percentile. In gaming, the GPU will be the primary driver of frame rates in most titles, especially at higher resolutions. However, in CPU-intensive games that rely on single-thread performance, the CPU's 3DMark single-thread score of 948 may become the limiting factor, preventing the GPU from reaching its full potential.

For productivity workloads, the bottleneck shifts depending on the task. In applications that are heavily multi-threaded and CPU-bound, such as video encoding with x264 or 3D scene simulation, the CPU will be the constraint, as its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11084 is only mid-range. Conversely, in GPU-accelerated tasks like rendering with CUDA, the GPU will dominate, and the CPU will spend more time idle. The combined percentile for this pair is 77, indicating that while the GPU is a top-tier part, the system as a whole is brought down slightly by the CPU's more modest standing. The FPS scaling is expected to be highly dependent on resolution; at 1080p, the CPU may bottleneck, while at 4K, the GPU will be the clear limiting factor.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile for this laptop configuration is 77, indicating it performs better than the majority of systems.

Q: How does the CPU's performance compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i3-14100F?

A: The Core i5-13420H has an average benchmark score of 18511, which is nearly identical to the Core i3-14100F's score of 18519, showing a deltaPct of 0.

Q: What is the memory configuration and bandwidth of the RTX 4080 Mobile?

A: The GPU features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: No, the Intel Core i5-13420H does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the process node for the GPU?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is manufactured on a 5 nm process node by TSMC.

Q: Is there measured FPS data for this specific CPU and GPU combination?

A: No, there are no measured FPS rows for this exact combination; all frame rate expectations are estimates based on the benchmark scores.

Q: What is the TDP of the CPU and GPU, respectively?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 45 W, and the GPU has a TDP of 110 W.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark data paints a clear picture of a system with a significant performance gap between its two main components. The CPU, Intel Core i5-13420H, achieves an average benchmark score of 18511, placing it in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs. Its performance in Cinebench R23 is 11084 for multicore and 1689 for single-core, indicating a competent but not exceptional processor. The GPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile, is a top-tier part, scoring 24926 in Passmark G3D and achieving an 81st percentile ranking. Its average benchmark score is 38135.

The GPU's nearest rivals, according to average score, include the NVIDIA GeForce MX570 (38299, deltaPct: -0.4) and the GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile (38349, deltaPct: -0.6), showing that the 4080 Mobile is still very competitive. It also outperforms the RTX 4070 (37648, deltaPct: 1.3) and Tesla P4 (37628, deltaPct: 1.3). The combined picture is one of a system built around a world-class GPU that is paired with a mid-range CPU. This results in a high overall combined percentile of 77, but the CPU will likely prevent the system from achieving its absolute maximum potential in CPU-bound tasks. The data suggests that the RTX 4080 Mobile is the dominant force in this pairing, and the system's overall performance will be most impressive in GPU-intensive workloads like high-resolution gaming and 3D rendering.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13420H + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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