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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13500E + Intel Arc B570

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84 / 100
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Top 16% 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
91%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-13500E

6,586 Benchmark Score
Top 23% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc B570

20,556 Benchmark Score
Top 9% 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

Excellent for 1440p gaming. Most games will run at high/ultra settings smoothly.

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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 i5-13500E paired with the Intel Arc B570 is a desktop configuration that lands in the 64th percentile overall, indicating a solidly above-average pairing for mainstream workloads. The CPU’s 62nd percentile ranking among all processors and the GPU’s 65th percentile ranking among all graphics cards show a well-matched duo, though the data here is derived entirely from synthetic benchmarks; no measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination in the FACT PACK. Consequently, all gaming performance figures discussed below are estimates based on the benchmark scores, not direct empirical results.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this CPU+GPU combination, so frame expectations must be built from the synthetic scores. The Arc B570’s benchmark profile suggests a capable 1080p and 1440p performer, with the PassMark G3D score of 14195 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2649 indicating strong rasterization throughput. The GPU’s 11.52 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 380.0 GB/s memory bandwidth (10 GB GDDR6 on a 160-bit bus) position it for high-detail gaming at mainstream resolutions, likely delivering smooth frame rates in most titles at 1080p Ultra settings, with playable performance at 1440p where optimization is favorable. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22772 ensures it will not be the bottleneck in most gaming scenarios, providing ample headroom for the GPU to stretch its legs.

At 1080p, the Arc B570’s pixel rate of 200.0 GPixel/s and texture rate of 360.0 GTexel/s suggest it can push high frame rates in esports titles, while the 14-core, 20-thread i5-13500E with a 4.60 GHz boost clock keeps frame pacing consistent. For 1440p, the 10 GB VRAM capacity becomes a relevant factor, allowing for high-resolution textures without exceeding memory limits in most current games, though the 160-bit bus width may cap performance in bandwidth-heavy scenarios. At 4K, the data suggests the GPU would struggle to maintain high refresh rates, with the 3DMark score indicating a mid-range tier that typically targets lower resolutions for Ultra settings.

The Geekbench Vulkan score of 96844 and OpenCL score of 83514 confirm the GPU’s compute capabilities, which translate to solid DX12 and Vulkan performance in modern titles. The PassMark DX11 score of 118 and DX9 score of 164 suggest older API performance is less optimized, a known characteristic of Intel’s architecture. Overall, the estimated gaming picture is one of a strong 1080p machine and a competent 1440p machine, with the CPU providing a stable foundation for the GPU to operate at its full potential.

Balance and Bottleneck

The benchmark data reveals a well-balanced pairing where neither component dramatically overshadows the other. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 6586 places it within 0.4% of the Intel Core i9-12900E (deltaPct -0.4) and 0.3% of the Intel Atom x7405C (deltaPct 0.3), showing it sits in a competitive mid-range tier. The GPU’s average score of 20556 is nearly identical to the Intel Arc A750 (deltaPct -0.1) and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile (deltaPct 0.1), indicating the graphics card is a slightly stronger performer relative to its peers than the CPU is to its own peers.

In gaming workloads, the CPU’s 62nd percentile and the GPU’s 65th percentile suggest the GPU will be the primary limiting factor in most scenarios, particularly at higher resolutions where pixel throughput becomes the bottleneck. The CPU’s strong single-core score of 3214 in Cinebench R23 ensures it can feed the GPU adequately in most titles, but in CPU-heavy games at 1080p, the balance may shift, with the processor’s 14 cores providing enough multi-threaded headroom to avoid stutter. The FPS scaling estimated from these scores shows that dropping from 1440p to 1080p will yield diminishing returns as the CPU begins to approach its limits, while raising resolution to 4K will shift the bottleneck firmly to the GPU.

The absence of measured FPS data means bottleneck analysis relies on the percentile gap—only 3 percentage points—which indicates a configuration that will scale predictably across resolutions. In productivity tasks, the CPU’s 20 threads and 24 MB of L3 cache make it the dominant component, with the GPU’s compute scores (7281 PassMark GPU Compute) playing a secondary role in acceleration. The 65W TDP of the CPU versus the 150W TDP of the GPU further clarifies the balance: the GPU demands more power and will generate more heat, but the CPU’s efficiency allows for sustained multi-threaded workloads without thermal throttling concerns.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: This pairing is well-suited for 1080p high-refresh gaming, with the Arc B570’s 200.0 GPixel/s pixel rate and the i5-13500E’s 4.60 GHz boost clock enabling frame rates that can exceed 144 FPS in less demanding titles. The GPU’s 10 GB VRAM and 380.0 GB/s bandwidth support high texture quality without stutter, though the estimated FPS at 1440p will be lower, making 1080p the sweet spot for competitive play.

Streaming: The CPU’s 14 cores and 20 threads provide ample headroom for encoding while gaming, with Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22772 indicating it can handle simultaneous game rendering and x264 encoding tasks. The GPU’s 18 ray tracing cores and 23.04 TFLOPS FP16 performance also offer hardware-accelerated encoding options, though the lack of measured FPS data means stream quality must be inferred from the raw compute capabilities.

Video editing: The combination excels at video editing workflows, with the CPU’s 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 20 threads accelerating timeline scrubbing and export rendering. The GPU’s 11.52 TFLOPS FP32 compute and PassMark G3D score of 14195 provide hardware acceleration for effects and color grading, while the 10 GB VRAM handles 4K preview buffers without excessive memory pressure.

3D rendering: The CPU’s Cinebench R20 multicore score of 9564 and R15 multicore score of 2295 indicate strong CPU-based rendering performance for tasks like Blender’s Cycles engine. The GPU’s 2304 shading units and 80 ROPs complement this with GPU-accelerated rendering, though the 150W TDP means sustained renders will stress the power delivery system.

Software development: The processor’s 20 threads and 4.60 GHz boost clock accelerate compilation times, with the 65W TDP allowing for long build sessions without excessive power draw. The GPU’s Vulkan 1.4 and OpenGL 4.6 API support enable graphics debugging and compute shader development, while the 10 GB VRAM provides room for large shader caches.

Student and office work: This configuration is overkill for basic productivity, but the CPU’s integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback for office tasks when the discrete GPU is idle. The 65W CPU TDP keeps power consumption moderate for daily use, while the 14 cores ensure smooth multitasking across dozens of browser tabs, document editors, and communication apps.

Who Should Build It

This build targets gamers seeking a 1080p high-refresh experience without stepping into premium GPU territory. The Arc B570’s 65th percentile ranking and the CPU’s 62nd percentile ranking make this a sensible choice for users who want a balanced system that handles both gaming and productivity without obvious weak points. The 10 GB VRAM is sufficient for current AAA titles at 1080p Ultra, and the 14-core CPU future-proofs the system for upcoming multi-threaded games.

Content creators working with video editing or 3D rendering will find the CPU’s 20 threads and the GPU’s compute scores (83514 Geekbench OpenCL) valuable for accelerating export times and preview renders. The 24 MB L3 cache reduces latency in repetitive tasks, while the 380.0 GB/s memory bandwidth helps with large texture loads in creative applications.

Software developers and data analysts benefit from the CPU’s multi-threading for parallel builds and test runs, with the 65W TDP allowing for quiet, efficient operation in office environments. The GPU’s compute capabilities also enable local machine learning inference, though the lack of tensor cores means performance will be lower than dedicated AI hardware.

Students and small business users who occasionally game or edit video will find this configuration more than adequate, with the integrated graphics providing a safety net for troubleshooting. The dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 memory support offers flexibility in platform costs, and the PCIe Gen 5 interface ensures compatibility with next-generation storage.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13500E is a 14-core, 20-thread processor built on the Raptor Lake architecture using Intel’s 10 nm process node, with a die size of 215 mm². It features a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, with a 65W TDP that keeps it suitable for standard desktop cooling solutions. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache, which provides fast access to frequently used data across all cores.

The CPU’s benchmark scores show a strong multi-threaded performer: Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22772 places it well above entry-level processors, while the single-core score of 3214 indicates solid per-thread performance for gaming and lightly-threaded applications. The Cinebench R20 scores (9564 multicore, 1349 single-core) and R15 scores (2295 multicore, 323 single-core) confirm consistent scaling across workloads, with the average benchmark score of 6586 placing it in the 62nd percentile of all CPUs.

The processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support for reliability-critical workloads. It includes UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics, which provides display output capability even without a discrete GPU. The PCIe Gen 5 interface with 16 lanes (CPU only) offers high bandwidth for storage and GPU connectivity, though the Arc B570 uses PCIe 4.0 x8, which is fully compatible. The processor’s release date of 2023-01-03 and active production status indicate it remains a viable current-generation option.

The nearest rivals to the i5-13500E include the Intel Core i9-12900E (deltaPct -0.4), which is slightly slower in average score, and the Intel Atom x7405C (deltaPct 0.3), which is marginally faster. This tight clustering shows the i5-13500E sits at a performance plateau where small differences in workload type can shift the ranking, making its 14-core configuration a flexible choice for mixed usage.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 64, placing this desktop build above the majority of configurations in the benchmark database.

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-13500E support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the CPU supports ECC memory, which is a feature typically valued in workstation and server environments for data integrity.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the Intel Arc B570?

A: The GPU has a memory bandwidth of 380.0 GB/s, achieved through 10 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus.

Q: How does the Arc B570 compare to the Intel Arc A750 in average benchmark score?

A: The Arc B570’s average score is 20556, which is 0.1% lower than the Arc A750’s 20582, indicating near-identical performance.

Q: What is the TDP of the i5-13500E, and what PSU is recommended for the GPU?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 65W, while the GPU has a TDP of 150W with a suggested PSU of 450W for the overall system.

Q: Does the Arc B570 support DirectX 12 Ultimate?

A: Yes, the GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), along with Vulkan 1.4 and OpenGL 4.6.

Q: What is the release date of the Intel Arc B570?

A: The GPU was released on 2025-01-15, with a launch MSRP of 219 USD.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i5-13500E achieves an average benchmark score of 6586, placing it in the 62nd percentile of all CPUs. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22772 demonstrates strong multi-threaded capability, while the single-core score of 3214 shows competent per-thread performance. The Intel Arc B570 achieves an average score of 20556, placing it in the 65th percentile of all GPUs. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2649 and PassMark G3D score of 14195 confirm its mid-range positioning, with the Geekbench Vulkan score of 96844 indicating robust API performance.

The combined percentile of 64 reflects a balanced pairing where both components sit in the upper-mid range of their respective categories. The GPU’s nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile, has an average score of 20534, a delta of 0.1%, showing the Arc B570 is statistically equivalent to that mobile GPU. The CPU’s nearest rival, the Intel Atom x7405C, has an average score of 6568, a delta of 0.3%, placing the i5-13500E in a tightly contested performance band.

The GPU’s compute scores—83514 in Geekbench OpenCL and 7281 in PassMark GPU Compute—indicate strong general-purpose compute performance, while the 11.52 TFLOPS FP32 throughput supports demanding gaming and rendering workloads. The CPU’s Cinebench R20 scores (9564 multicore, 1349 single-core) and R15 scores (2295 multicore, 323 single-core) provide a consistent picture of a processor that scales well with thread count. Together, these scores paint a picture of a system that can handle modern gaming and productivity tasks with headroom to spare.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i5-13500E (Raptor Lake, 14 cores, 20 threads) with the Intel Arc B570 (Xe2-HPG Battlemage architecture). The CPU’s 65W TDP and the GPU’s 150W TDP make this a moderately power-hungry configuration, suitable for standard ATX or micro-ATX cases with adequate airflow. The overall performance tier, as indicated by the 64th combined percentile, places this build in the upper-mid range of desktop systems.

The GPU’s die size of 272 mm² with 19,600 million transistors on a 5 nm TSMC process represents a modern, efficient design, while the CPU’s 215 mm² die on Intel’s 10 nm node is a mature implementation. The Arc B570’s 10 GB GDDR6 memory and 160-bit bus provide a capacity and bandwidth profile that suits 1080p and 1440p gaming, while the CPU’s 24 MB L3 cache and 20 threads handle multitasking and content creation with ease.

This pairing is notable for its balance: the CPU’s 62nd percentile and GPU’s 65th percentile are closely aligned, avoiding the common pitfall of one component bottlenecking the other. The Intel Arc B570’s predecessor, Alchemist, and its active production status indicate a current-generation product, while the i5-13500E’s 2023 release date and Raptor Lake architecture keep it relevant in the current market. For users seeking a well-rounded desktop that games at 1080p/1440p and handles productivity tasks, this build represents a coherent, mid-range choice.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-13500E uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. This flexibility allows builders to choose between cost-effective DDR4 or higher-bandwidth DDR5 based on their budget and performance needs. The CPU’s PCIe Gen 5 interface with 16 lanes (CPU only) provides future-proofing for next-generation storage and GPUs, though the Arc B570 currently uses PCIe 4.0 x8, which is fully backward compatible.

The GPU’s suggested PSU of 450W provides a baseline for power supply selection, with the CPU’s 65W TDP and GPU’s 150W TDP leaving room for additional components like multiple storage drives or RGB lighting. The 1x 8-pin power connector on the GPU is standard for its class, and the dual-slot design with a length of 272 mm (10.7 inches) fits most mid-tower cases. The display outputs—1x HDMI 2.1a and 3x DisplayPort 2.1—support multi-monitor setups and high refresh rates.

A sensible next upgrade for this build would be increasing memory capacity or switching to higher-speed DDR5 if using DDR4 initially, as the CPU’s memory controller supports both. For GPU upgrades, the PCIe 4.0 x8 interface of the Arc B570 means a future GPU using PCIe 5.0 x16 would operate at full bandwidth on this platform, though the 450W PSU recommendation would need revisiting for higher-TDP cards. The CPU’s locked multiplier (multiplierUnlocked: false) limits overclocking, but the boost clock of 4.60 GHz already provides strong out-of-the-box performance. For storage, the PCIe Gen 5 lanes enable NVMe SSDs with transfer speeds beyond current Gen 4 drives, making this platform ready for the next generation of storage technology.