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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13500E + AMD Radeon RX 7600

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83 Score

Top 17% Ranking

83 / 100

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Top 17% 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%

GPU

89%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-13500E

6,586 Benchmark Score

Top 23% Market Ranking

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GRAPHICS CARD

AMD Radeon RX 7600

15,171 Benchmark Score

Top 11% Market Ranking

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0-30

Mid-Range

30-60

High-End

60-85

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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

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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

This is a desktop pairing built around the Intel Core i5-13500E processor and the AMD Radeon RX 7600 graphics card. The combination targets the mid-range segment, with the CPU sitting at the 62nd percentile and the GPU at the 57th percentile among all components, resulting in a combined percentile of 60.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this exact CPU+GPU combination, so all frame rate discussions below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of each component rather than direct gameplay testing. The data clearly indicates this is not a configuration for which empirical gaming results have been cataloged.

For 1080p gaming, the estimated performance is strong based on the GPU’s PassMark G3D score of 16634 and the CPU’s single-core Cinebench R23 result of 3214 points. The RX 7600’s 21.75 TFLOPS of FP32 compute should handle most modern titles at high settings, though the 8 GB VRAM may become a limiting factor in texture-heavy scenes. The CPU’s boost clock of 4.60 GHz provides the single-thread headroom that many game engines require, so frame pacing should remain consistent.

At 1440p, the estimated FPS will scale downward as the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck. The RX 7600’s 288.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 128-bit bus width are adequate for this resolution, but the pixel rate of 169.9 GPixel/s suggests that very high refresh rate targets (above 144 Hz) would be optimistic. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2310 points indicates that the GPU handles DirectX 12 workloads competently, which bodes well for modern titles.

For 4K gaming, the estimates become more conservative. The GPU’s 57th percentile position among all GPUs suggests it sits in the mid-range tier, where 4K gaming typically requires reduced settings or upscaling. The CPU’s 14 cores and 20 threads are not the limiting factor here; rather, the GPU’s 8 GB memory capacity and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth will constrain texture streaming and resolution scaling. The DirectX 11 PassMark score of 172 versus the DirectX 9 score of 226 shows the architecture’s relative strength in newer APIs, which is relevant for contemporary game engines.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 7600 uses the Navi 33 chip built on TSMC’s 6 nm process, containing 13,300 million transistors across a 204 mm² die. The architecture is RDNA 3.0 with the codename "Hotpink Bonefish," and it features 2048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units. The GPU operates at a base clock of 1720 MHz, a game clock of 2250 MHz, and a boost clock of 2655 MHz, with memory running at 2250 MHz for 18 Gbps effective speed.

Memory configuration consists of 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, yielding 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This is a modest amount for modern rendering workloads, and the 128-bit interface means that bandwidth is achieved through high clock speeds rather than a wide bus. The texture rate of 339.8 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 169.9 GPixel/s provide the raw throughput needed for rasterization-heavy scenes.

Ray tracing hardware includes 32 RT cores, which is the RDNA 3 implementation rather than a dedicated tensor core array (the tensorCores field is null). The FP32 and FP16 performance are both 21.75 TFLOPS with a 1:1 ratio, meaning there is no half-precision boost for AI workloads. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, making it compatible with modern rendering APIs.

The benchmark results paint a picture of a solid mid-range card. The PassMark G3D score of 16634 places it at the 57th percentile, while the Geekbench OpenCL score of 88051 and Vulkan score of 34401 show strong compute capabilities. The PassMark DirectX 12 score of 58 is notably lower than the DirectX 11 score of 172, which is unusual and may indicate driver-level differences or specific workload characteristics. The GPU’s nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM with a delta of -0.2%, meaning the RX 7600 performs essentially at parity with that card on average.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i5-13500E delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22772 and a single-core score of 3214. In Cinebench R20, the multicore score is 9564 with a single-core score of 1349, and in R15 the scores are 2295 multicore and 323 single-core. The average benchmark score across all CPU tests is 6586, placing the processor at the 62nd percentile of all CPUs.

The nearest CPU rivals are tightly clustered. The Intel Atom x7405C has an average score of 6568 (0.3% higher than the i5-13500E), the Intel Core i9-10940X scores 6605 (0.3% higher), the Intel Pentium Gold G6405 also scores 6605 (0.3% higher), and the Intel Core i9-12900E scores 6611 (0.4% higher). This clustering indicates that the i5-13500E sits in a competitive band where small score differences separate processors from different generations and market positions.

On the GPU side, the average benchmark score is 15171 with a 57th percentile position. The nearest rivals show a similar tight grouping: the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM scores 15199 (0.2% higher), the AMD Radeon Pro 560X scores 15082 (0.6% lower), the AMD Radeon 680M scores 15270 (0.7% higher), and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 Ti scores 15063 (0.7% lower). The RX 7600 is effectively flanked by these cards, with no clear performance separation in either direction.

The combined picture shows a system where the CPU is slightly stronger relative to its peers than the GPU. The CPU’s 62nd percentile exceeds the GPU’s 57th percentile, and the combined percentile of 60 reflects this balance. The CPU’s multicore advantage is substantial — the R23 multicore score of 22772 is over seven times the single-core score, indicating strong parallel processing capability that complements the GPU’s compute throughput.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data suggests that the GPU will be the primary bottleneck in most gaming workloads. The CPU’s 62nd percentile and high single-core performance (3214 in R23) can feed frames faster than the GPU can render them, particularly at higher resolutions. The GPU’s 57th percentile and 8 GB VRAM will cap performance in graphically intensive scenarios.

Evidence from the FPS scaling expectations supports this interpretation. At 1080p, where CPU overhead is more significant, the CPU’s strong single-core score keeps frame rates high. As resolution increases to 1440p and 4K, the GPU’s pixel rate of 169.9 GPixel/s and memory bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s become the limiting factors, and the CPU has ample headroom to spare.

In compute workloads, the balance shifts. The CPU’s 14 cores and 20 threads with a 22772 R23 multicore score are well-suited for parallel tasks, while the GPU’s 21.75 TFLOPS FP32 and FP16 performance provide complementary acceleration. The PassMark GPU Compute score of 8790 indicates that the GPU can handle general-purpose compute, but it will not outpace the CPU in all scenarios — the CPU’s average benchmark score of 6586 versus the GPU’s 15171 shows that the GPU has more raw compute throughput on average.

The memory situation adds nuance. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel configuration, while the GPU has 8 GB GDDR6. In systems where DDR5 is used, the memory bandwidth available to the CPU could reduce potential bottlenecks in memory-intensive workloads, but the GPU’s 128-bit bus remains a constraint.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13500E is a Raptor Lake-S processor built on Intel’s 10 nm process with a die size of 215 mm². It features 14 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The processor supports ECC memory and includes integrated UHD Graphics 770.

The architecture is Raptor Lake, which represents Intel’s hybrid design concept, though the FACT PACK does not specify the P-core/E-core split. The 14 cores and 20 threads imply a configuration of performance and efficiency cores, where the thread count exceeds the core count due to hyperthreading on performance cores. The 65 W TDP classifies this as a mainstream desktop processor with modest power requirements.

The benchmark scores indicate strong single-thread performance (3214 in R23 single-core) and exceptional multicore scaling (22772 in R23 multicore). The ratio between multicore and single-core scores is approximately 7.1x, which suggests efficient utilization of the 14 cores. The Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 results all follow this pattern, with consistent scaling across versions.

For real workloads, this translates to snappy responsiveness in single-threaded applications and substantial throughput in multi-threaded tasks like video encoding, compilation, and 3D rendering. The 24 MB of shared L3 cache provides a large pool for data reuse, and the DDR4/DDR5 support allows builders to choose between cost-effective or higher-bandwidth memory. The PCIe Gen 5 support with 16 lanes gives ample bandwidth for modern GPUs and NVMe storage.

Who Should Build It

Gamers targeting 1080p high-refresh-rate displays will find this combination well-suited. The CPU’s single-core score of 3214 in R23 and the GPU’s 21.75 TFLOPS compute should deliver smooth frame rates in most esports and mainstream titles, with the GPU’s 57th percentile indicating mid-range performance that can handle high settings without breaking a sweat.

Content creators working with video editing software will benefit from the CPU’s 20 threads and 22772 R23 multicore score. The GPU’s OpenCL score of 88051 provides acceleration for effects and rendering tasks, though the 8 GB VRAM may limit very large projects. The combination handles 1080p and 1440p timelines efficiently.

Software developers compiling large codebases will see strong performance from the 14-core CPU. The 24 MB L3 cache and 20 threads reduce compile times, and the ECC memory support adds stability for long-running builds. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output if the discrete GPU is occupied with compute tasks.

Students and small business users running office applications, web browsing, and light multitasking will find this system more than capable. The CPU’s single-core speed ensures responsive interfaces, and the GPU handles any graphical tasks with ease. The 65 W CPU TDP and 165 W GPU TDP keep the system manageable in terms of cooling and power.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 60, with the CPU at the 62nd percentile and the GPU at the 57th percentile.

Q: How does the RX 7600 compare to its nearest rival?

A: The RX 7600 has an average benchmark score of 15171, which is 0.2% lower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM (15199) and 0.6% higher than the AMD Radeon Pro 560X (15082).

Q: What memory types does the Intel Core i5-13500E support?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it also supports ECC memory.

Q: What is the TDP of the CPU and GPU in this build?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 65 W and the GPU has a TDP of 165 W, with a suggested PSU rating of 450 W.

Q: Does the RX 7600 support ray tracing?

A: Yes, the GPU includes 32 RT cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), which enables ray tracing in compatible games.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory bandwidth?

A: The RX 7600 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 288.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What socket does the i5-13500E use?

A: The CPU uses Intel Socket 1700, which supports the Raptor Lake architecture.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build (buildClass: desktop) combining the Intel Core i5-13500E and AMD Radeon RX 7600. The CPU is a Raptor Lake-S processor with 14 cores and 20 threads, while the GPU is a RDNA 3.0 based card with 2048 shading units and 8 GB GDDR6 memory. The combined percentile of 60 places this system in the mid-range tier, with the CPU slightly outperforming the GPU relative to their respective peers.

The CPU’s 62nd percentile and the GPU’s 57th percentile indicate that neither component is a high-end part, but both are solidly mid-range. The CPU’s nearest rival is the Intel Atom x7405C (0.3% higher average score), which is a low-power part, while the GPU’s nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 OEM (0.2% higher). This suggests the pairing is well-matched, with no single component dramatically outclassing the other.

The system uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which limits upgrades to 12th and 13th generation Core processors. The GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface, which is narrower than the CPU’s PCIe Gen 5 support but sufficient for this card’s bandwidth requirements. The overall tier is mid-range, suitable for 1080p gaming and productivity workloads.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Socket 1700 platform supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders flexibility in choosing memory technology. The CPU’s memory bus is dual-channel, and the support for ECC memory makes this a viable option for workstation-class builds where data integrity is critical. The PCIe Gen 5 support with 16 lanes is a forward-looking feature, though the RX 7600 uses PCIe 4.0 x8, which means the GPU does not fully utilize the CPU’s PCIe bandwidth.

The suggested PSU for this build is 450 W, which provides adequate headroom for the 65 W CPU and 165 W GPU. The GPU requires a single 8-pin power connector and is a dual-slot card measuring 204 mm in length and 115 mm in height. This compact size makes it compatible with most mid-tower cases, and the 450 W PSU recommendation is modest for the power draw.

A sensible next upgrade would be a more powerful GPU, as the CPU has headroom to support higher-tier graphics cards. The CPU’s 62nd percentile and strong multicore score mean it can drive GPUs well above the RX 7600’s performance level without becoming a bottleneck. Alternatively, adding more memory or switching from DDR4 to DDR5 would improve memory bandwidth, though the CPU’s dual-channel configuration limits the gains from capacity alone.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming at 1080p, this build delivers strong estimated performance. The CPU’s single-core score of 3214 in R23 and the GPU’s 21.75 TFLOPS compute should maintain high frame rates in competitive titles, though the 8 GB VRAM may require texture quality reductions in newer games.

Streaming benefits from the CPU’s 14 cores and 20 threads, which can handle encoding workloads alongside gaming. The 22772 R23 multicore score provides ample headroom for x264 encoding, while the GPU’s DirectX 12 support ensures game capture remains efficient.

Video editing in applications like Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve will see strong performance from the CPU’s multicore throughput. The GPU’s OpenCL score of 88051 accelerates effects and color grading, and the 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p timelines.

3D rendering workloads, such as Blender or Cinema 4D, will primarily leverage the CPU’s 20 threads. The R23 multicore score of 22772 indicates solid render times, while the GPU’s FP32 and FP16 performance of 21.75 TFLOPS can accelerate viewport rendering and final frame output.

Software development benefits from the CPU’s 14 cores for parallel compilation and the 24 MB L3 cache for code locality. The ECC memory support adds reliability for long-running test suites, and the integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a backup display output if the discrete GPU fails.

Student and office work is easily handled by this configuration. The CPU’s single-core speed ensures responsive applications, the 65 W TDP keeps power consumption low, and the GPU’s display outputs (1x HDMI 2.1a and 3x DisplayPort 2.1) support multi-monitor setups for productivity.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13500E + AMD Radeon RX 7600

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