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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13500E + AMD Radeon RX 6700

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86 / 100
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Top 14% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
77%
VS
GPU
94%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-13500E

6,586 Benchmark Score
Top 23% Market Ranking
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AMD Radeon RX 6700

30,433 Benchmark Score
Top 6% Market Ranking
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Market Position

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Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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Strong Performance

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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

# FAQ

Q: What is the Intel Core i5-13500E's position relative to other CPUs in the database?

A: The i5-13500E sits at the 62nd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 6586. It is nearly identical in performance to the Intel Atom x7405C, which scores 6568 (a delta of 0.3% in favor of the i5), and the Intel Core i9-10940X, which scores 6605 (a delta of -0.3% against the i5). This places it in the upper-middle tier of processors.

Q: How does the AMD Radeon RX 6700 compare to its nearest rivals in GPU benchmarks?

A: The RX 6700 holds the 75th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 30433. It is marginally behind the NVIDIA CMP 70HX (30476, delta -0.1%) and NVIDIA Tesla M60 (30490, delta -0.2%), but slightly ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 6800 (30095, delta 1.1%) and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti (29945, delta 1.6%). The performance spread is narrow, indicating tight competition in this segment.

Q: What memory types does the i5-13500E support, and does it include ECC?

A: The processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. It also supports ECC memory, which is a notable feature for workstation or small business server builds where data integrity is critical. This flexibility allows builders to choose between older, more available DDR4 modules or newer DDR5 kits depending on platform needs.

Q: What is the thermal design power (TDP) of the CPU and GPU, and what PSU is suggested?

A: The i5-13500E has a TDP of 65 watts, while the RX 6700 has a TDP of 175 watts. The combined thermal load is manageable, and the GPU's manufacturer suggests a 450-watt power supply. This leaves headroom for a typical desktop system with drives and peripherals, though a quality 500W or higher unit would be prudent for stability.

Q: Does the RX 6700 support hardware ray tracing and which DirectX version?

A: Yes, the RX 6700 features 36 ray accelerators (RT cores) and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (version 12_2). It also supports Vulkan 1.4 and OpenGL 4.6. The presence of dedicated RT hardware means the GPU can handle ray-traced effects in games, though the overall RT performance is moderate given the card's position in the 75th percentile.

Q: What is the process node and die size for each component?

A: The Intel i5-13500E is built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 215 mm². The AMD RX 6700 uses TSMC's 7 nm process with a larger die of 335 mm² and a transistor count of 17,200 million. The smaller process node on the GPU allows for higher transistor density (51.3M per mm²) compared to the Intel chip.

Q: Are there any measured FPS data for this CPU+GPU combination?

A: No, the database contains no measured FPS rows for this exact combination. All gaming performance figures discussed in this analysis are estimates derived from the individual benchmark scores of the CPU and GPU, not from direct testing of the pairing.

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Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-13500E is built on the Raptor Lake architecture and uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform. This socket supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders the option to reuse older DDR4 modules or invest in newer DDR5 kits. The memory bus is dual-channel, which is standard for desktop platforms. The processor also supports ECC memory, a feature that extends its usefulness to error-sensitive workloads such as financial modeling or database servers.

For PCIe expansion, the CPU provides 16 lanes of Gen 5 connectivity. This is a significant upgrade path for storage and GPU bandwidth. A Gen 5 NVMe SSD or a future Gen 5 graphics card would benefit from the higher throughput, though the current RX 6700 uses PCIe 4.0 x16. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output, which is useful for troubleshooting or for basic office tasks without a discrete GPU.

The platform's power requirements are modest: the CPU's 65-watt TDP and the GPU's 175-watt TDP combine to a total that is well within the 450-watt suggested PSU for the GPU alone. In practice, a quality 450W unit would run this system, but adding multiple drives, RGB lighting, or a high-power CPU cooler would push the envelope. A 550W or 600W PSU would provide comfortable headroom for overclocking or future component swaps.

A sensible next upgrade would be to move to a higher-core-count Raptor Lake processor on the same socket, such as an i7 or i9 variant, if the workload demands more multi-threaded performance. Alternatively, upgrading the GPU to a higher-tier Radeon RX 6000 series card (like the RX 6800, which scores similarly) would boost gaming FPS, though the current RX 6700 already sits near the 75th percentile. The platform's Gen 5 PCIe support ensures that a future GPU upgrade will not be bottlenecked by interface bandwidth.

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Balance and Bottleneck

The i5-13500E and RX 6700 form a balanced pairing for most workloads, but the data reveals where each component takes the lead. The CPU's 62nd percentile ranking and the GPU's 75th percentile ranking indicate that the GPU is the stronger half of the pair relative to their respective pools. In gaming, this means the RX 6700 will likely be the limiting factor at lower resolutions, while the CPU has enough headroom to push higher frame rates.

The CPU's multi-core score of 22772 in Cinebench R23 and single-core score of 3214 show a strong balance between heavy parallel tasks and lightly-threaded workloads. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2014 and PassMark G3D score of 18931 indicate solid rasterization performance. In a game that is lightly threaded, the CPU's single-core strength will prevent it from bottlenecking the GPU. In a heavily threaded game, the 14 cores and 20 threads provide ample parallel processing.

The bottleneck shifts depending on the workload. For 1080p gaming, the GPU's 10 GB VRAM and 320 GB/s bandwidth will be the constraint, as frame rates will scale with GPU compute. For 4K gaming, the GPU is definitely the limiting factor, as the CPU's 62nd percentile position is sufficient to feed frames at that resolution. In productivity tasks like video editing, the CPU's 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 20 threads will drive rendering, while the GPU accelerates effects and encoding.

The FP32 performance of the GPU (11.29 TFLOPS) and the CPU's Cinebench scores suggest that neither component will consistently hold the other back in mixed workloads. The data indicates a system where the GPU is the primary driver for graphics-heavy tasks, while the CPU excels in compute-heavy scenarios. This is a classic balanced desktop configuration.

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Who Should Build It

This desktop build targets users who need a capable mid-range system for gaming and productivity without spending on top-tier components. The CPU's 62nd percentile and GPU's 75th percentile place this system in the upper half of all desktop configurations, suitable for enthusiasts on a practical budget.

Gamers at 1440p resolution will find the RX 6700's performance adequate for high settings, while the i5-13500E's single-core strength ensures smooth frame pacing. Content creators editing 1080p or 1440p video will benefit from the CPU's 20 threads and the GPU's 10 GB VRAM for effects and timeline previews. Software developers compiling code will appreciate the multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 22772, which speeds up build times.

Students and small business workstations can leverage the ECC memory support and the integrated UHD Graphics 770 as a backup. The system handles office applications, spreadsheets, and database queries without strain. The 65-watt CPU TDP keeps power costs low for always-on machines. The RX 6700's end-of-life production status means it is a mature product with stable drivers, which is ideal for businesses that prioritize reliability over the latest features.

This build is not for extreme 4K gaming or professional 3D rendering, as the GPU's 11.29 TFLOPS FP32 performance is moderate. However, for a balanced desktop that games at high refresh rates at 1080p and handles most productivity tasks, this pairing is a solid choice.

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GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture, fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm process with 17,200 million transistors on a 335 mm² die. It has 2304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output units. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1941 MHz, a game clock of 2174 MHz, and a boost clock of 2450 MHz.

Memory-wise, the card has 10 GB of GDDR6 on a 160-bit bus, yielding a bandwidth of 320.0 GB/s. The memory clock is 2000 MHz, which translates to 16 Gbps effective. This is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming, though the 160-bit bus is narrower than some competitors, which may limit performance at very high resolutions with large textures.

The GPU includes 36 ray accelerators for hardware ray tracing, though the RX 6700's RT performance is modest compared to higher-tier cards. The FP32 throughput of 11.29 TFLOPS and FP16 of 22.58 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio) indicate solid compute capability for rendering and physics simulations. The pixel rate is 156.8 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 352.8 GTexel/s, which supports high-detail textures at playable frame rates.

In benchmarks, the RX 6700 scores 2014 in 3DMark Steel Nomad (DX12), 122223 in Geekbench Metal, 97841 in Geekbench OpenCL, and 83974 in Geekbench Vulkan. The PassMark G3D score is 18931, with a GPU compute score of 8240. These numbers place the card at the 75th percentile, indicating it outperforms roughly three-quarters of all GPUs. The nearest rival, the NVIDIA CMP 70HX, scores 30476 (delta -0.1%), showing that the RX 6700 is at parity with that mining-oriented card. The RX 6800, which is 1.1% behind, and the RTX 3070 Ti, which is 1.6% behind, are slightly weaker in this benchmark set.

For rendering workloads, the OpenCL and Vulkan scores suggest strong performance in GPU-accelerated renderers like Blender or V-Ray, though the 10 GB VRAM may limit very large scenes.

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Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for the Intel Core i5-13500E paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6700. All gaming figures presented here are estimates based on the individual benchmark scores of the CPU and GPU, not direct measurements.

Based on the GPU's 75th percentile ranking and the CPU's 62nd percentile ranking, this system should deliver smooth gameplay at 1080p with high settings in most titles. The RX 6700's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2014 and PassMark G3D score of 18931 indicate strong DirectX 12 and 11 performance. The CPU's single-core Cinebench R23 score of 3214 ensures that frame pacing stays consistent in CPU-bound scenes.

At 1440p, the GPU's 10 GB VRAM and 320 GB/s bandwidth will be the primary driver of performance. The card's 11.29 TFLOPS FP32 compute is adequate for high settings, but may require lowering some options for very demanding titles. The GPU is the bottleneck at this resolution, as the CPU has enough headroom to feed frames.

At 4K, this system would struggle to maintain high frame rates in AAA titles, as the GPU's 160-bit memory bus and 10 GB VRAM are limiting factors. The CPU's 62nd percentile position is not the issue; the GPU's raw rasterization power is insufficient for 4K ultra settings. For esports titles like Counter-Strike or Valorant, the CPU's strong single-core performance will allow high refresh rates at 1080p, easily exceeding 144 FPS in most scenarios.

The absence of measured FPS data means these are estimates, but the benchmark scores provide a reliable basis for expectations. The system is best suited for 1080p high-refresh gaming and 1440p at medium-to-high settings.

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CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13500E is a Raptor Lake-S desktop processor with 14 cores and 20 threads. It operates at a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, with a 65-watt TDP. The CPU is manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 215 mm². It uses the Intel Socket 1700 and supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory, including ECC.

The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. This large L3 cache is beneficial for workloads that repeatedly access the same data, such as database queries or certain game engines. The CPU's memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 gives builders flexibility, though the actual memory bandwidth is not specified in the data.

In Cinebench benchmarks, the i5-13500E scores 2295 in R15 multi-core and 323 in R15 single-core. The R20 scores are 9564 multi-core and 1349 single-core. The R23 scores are 22772 multi-core and 3214 single-core. These numbers show a strong balance: the multi-core performance benefits from the 14 cores, while the single-core score of 3214 in R23 is competitive for gaming and lightly-threaded applications.

The CPU's average benchmark score is 6586, placing it at the 62nd percentile. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Atom x7405C (score 6568, delta 0.3%), the Intel Core i9-10940X (score 6605, delta -0.3%), and the Intel Pentium Gold G6405 (score 6605, delta -0.3%). This clustering indicates that the i5-13500E is in a performance bracket where small differences in scores are negligible.

For real workloads, the CPU's 20 threads make it suitable for video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation. The 65-watt TDP means it can be cooled by a capable air cooler, and the integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback for basic display tasks. The processor is not overclockable (multiplier is locked), but the boost clock of 4.60 GHz is sufficient for most users.

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Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i5-13500E with the AMD Radeon RX 6700 in a desktop form factor. The combined percentile ranking of this pairing is 69, which places it above the majority of all desktop configurations in the database. This is a mid-to-upper-tier system that balances CPU and GPU performance for gaming and productivity.

The CPU is a 14-core, 20-thread Raptor Lake part with a 65-watt TDP, while the GPU is an RDNA 2.0 card with a 175-watt TDP and 10 GB of VRAM. The system's class is desktop, meaning it is intended for stationary use with standard components. The overall tier, based on the 69th combined percentile, is solidly in the enthusiast mainstream segment.

This is not an entry-level build, nor is it a high-end enthusiast machine. It sits in a comfortable middle ground where users get strong 1080p gaming performance and capable multi-threaded compute for content creation. The PSU requirement of 450 watts is modest, making this a practical system for most users.

The build's strength lies in its balance: the CPU's 62nd percentile and GPU's 75th percentile are close enough that neither component will consistently bottleneck the other in mixed workloads. For gaming, the GPU is the primary driver; for productivity, the CPU takes the lead. The 69th combined percentile reflects this harmony.

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Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i5-13500E has an average benchmark score of 6586, placing it at the 62nd percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rival is the Intel Atom x7405C with a score of 6568, which is 0.3% lower. The Intel Core i9-10940X and Intel Pentium Gold G6405 both score 6605, which is 0.3% higher. This tight grouping shows that the i5-13500E is well-positioned in its performance class.

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 has an average benchmark score of 30433, placing it at the 75th percentile among all GPUs. The NVIDIA CMP 70HX scores 30476 (0.1% higher), while the NVIDIA Tesla M60 scores 30490 (0.2% higher). The AMD Radeon RX 6800 scores 30095 (1.1% lower), and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti scores 29945 (1.6% lower). The GPU is clearly stronger relative to its peers than the CPU is to its peers.

The combined picture shows a system where the GPU outperforms the CPU in relative terms. The GPU's 75th percentile versus the CPU's 62nd percentile means that in graphics-intensive tasks, the GPU will be the star, while the CPU will keep up in compute-heavy workloads. The combined percentile of 69 reflects this balance.

In specific tests, the CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22772 demonstrates strong parallel performance, while the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2014 shows solid DX12 rasterization. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 97841 for the GPU indicates good compute capability for GPGPU tasks. Together, these numbers paint a picture of a system that can handle gaming and productivity with equal competence.

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Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: At 1080p, this system is well-suited for high-refresh monitors. The CPU's single-core R23 score of 3214 and the GPU's PassMark G3D score of 18931 support frame rates above 144 FPS in esports titles. The GPU's 75th percentile ensures it is not the limiting factor at this resolution.

Streaming: The CPU's 14 cores and 20 threads provide ample headroom for encoding while gaming. The multi-core R23 score of 22772 means the CPU can handle both game logic and streaming software simultaneously. The GPU's 11.29 TFLOPS FP32 can assist with encoding if using AMD's hardware encoder, though the CPU is the primary workhorse.

Video Editing: In timeline editing and effects, the CPU's 20 threads will drive rendering, while the GPU's 10 GB VRAM and 320 GB/s bandwidth accelerate previews and effects. The OpenCL score of 97841 indicates solid GPU acceleration for compatible editors. The system handles 1080p editing with ease and can manage 1440p projects with some patience.

3D Rendering: The CPU's multi-core performance (R23 score of 22772) is the main driver for CPU-based renderers. The GPU's Vulkan score of 83974 supports GPU-accelerated rendering in engines like Blender, though the 10 GB VRAM limits scene complexity. The system is suitable for small-to-medium projects.

Software Development: Compilation times benefit from the CPU's 20 threads, and the ECC memory support reduces the risk of data corruption during long builds. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display, which is useful for headless server or CI environments. The 65-watt TDP keeps power draw low during idle.

Student and Office Work: The system is overkill for word processing and spreadsheets, but the ECC memory and reliable GPU drivers make it a stable workstation for data analysis. The CPU's 62nd percentile ensures snappy response in productivity suites. The GPU's 75th percentile allows for occasional light gaming or photo editing without compromise.