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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13500E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090

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85 / 100
HIGH-END

Power Build

Top 15% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
77%
VS
GPU
93%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-13500E

6,586 Benchmark Score
Top 23% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090

27,565 Benchmark Score
Top 7% 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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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

Who Should Build It

This desktop pairing of the Intel Core i5-13500E and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 targets users who need a disproportionately strong graphics component paired with a capable, power-conscious processor. The RTX 3090 sits in the 73rd percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 27,565, while the i5-13500E lands in the 62nd percentile for CPUs with an average score of 6,586. That percentile gap means the system is fundamentally GPU-bound in most graphics workloads, which suits creators and gamers who prioritize rendering throughput and high-resolution output over raw CPU compute.

The combined percentile of 68 places this build in the upper-midrange tier of all desktop configurations. For gamers, the RTX 3090’s 24 GB of GDDR6X memory and 936.2 GB/s bandwidth make it suitable for 4K ultra settings and heavy texture packs, though the lack of measured FPS data for this exact pairing means performance expectations must be derived from the benchmark scores. For content creators, the GPU’s 82 RT cores and 328 tensor cores provide hardware acceleration for ray-traced rendering and AI-based workflows, while the CPU’s 14 cores and 20 threads handle compilation, encoding, and multitasking without becoming the limiting factor.

Software developers will find the i5-13500E’s 20 threads useful for parallel builds and test suites, and the CPU’s ECC memory support adds reliability for long-running server-like workloads. Students and small business workstations benefit from the 65 W TDP of the processor, which keeps cooling requirements modest, while the GPU’s 350 W TDP demands a serious power supply — the suggested PSU is 750 W. This is not a compact or quiet build; the triple-slot, 336 mm GPU requires a spacious case and robust airflow. The target user is someone who knows they need GPU compute headroom — for 4K gaming, video editing, or 3D rendering — and wants a CPU that delivers solid multi-threaded performance without the power draw of a flagship part.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-13500E compare to its nearest CPU rivals?

A: The i5-13500E has an average benchmark score of 6,586, which is 0.3% higher than the Intel Atom x7405C (6,568) and 0.3% lower than both the Intel Core i9-10940X (6,605) and Intel Pentium Gold G6405 (6,605). It sits 0.4% below the Intel Core i9-12900E (6,611). The differences are negligible, placing all five in a statistical tie.

Q: What is the RTX 3090’s position relative to other GPUs?

A: The RTX 3090 holds a 73rd percentile ranking among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 27,565. It is 0.5% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile (27,435) and the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (27,425), but 1% slower than the AMD Radeon Pro Vega 20 (27,839) and 1.1% slower than the AMD Radeon RX 7800M (27,883).

Q: Does this build support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-13500E supports ECC memory. This is a notable feature for workstation use, as it allows error correction in memory-intensive tasks like long renders or database operations, which is uncommon in consumer desktop CPUs.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the RTX 3090?

A: The RTX 3090 has a 384-bit memory bus with GDDR6X memory running at 19.5 Gbps effective, yielding a bandwidth of 936.2 GB/s. This is a key metric for 4K texture streaming and GPU compute workloads.

Q: Is the CPU overclockable?

A: No, the multiplier is locked on the Intel Core i5-13500E. The base clock is 2.40 GHz and the boost clock is 4.60 GHz, but the locked multiplier means tuning is limited to base clock adjustments and memory overclocking within platform limits.

Q: What is the power draw of each component?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 65 W, while the GPU has a TDP of 350 W. The suggested power supply for the GPU alone is 750 W, so the full system will require a high-wattage PSU to handle peak loads.

Q: How does the RTX 3090 perform in compute benchmarks?

A: The GPU scores 172,758 in Geekbench OpenCL and 15,356 in Passmark GPU Compute. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, it scores 5,118. These figures indicate strong compute capability for rendering and AI tasks, consistent with its 73rd percentile GPU ranking.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark data for this pairing shows a clear hierarchy between the two components. The CPU’s Cinebench scores are solid for a 65 W part: 22,772 in R23 multi-core and 3,214 in R23 single-core. In R20, it scores 9,564 multi-core and 1,349 single-core, and in R15, it scores 2,295 multi-core and 323 single-core. These numbers position the i5-13500E comfortably in the 62nd percentile of all CPUs, meaning it outperforms the majority of processors but does not threaten high-end desktop parts. The nearest rival, the Core i9-12900E, is only 0.4% ahead, which shows the 13500E delivers near-flagship performance from the previous generation at a much lower TDP.

The GPU side is where this build excels. The RTX 3090’s average benchmark score of 27,565 places it in the 73rd percentile, with its strongest results in Passmark G3D (26,645) and Geekbench OpenCL (172,758). The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5,118 confirms strong DirectX 12 rasterization performance. The GPU’s nearest rival, the RTX 4070 Mobile, is only 0.5% behind, and the RX 6700 XT is also 0.5% behind, which puts the 3090 in a tight cluster of high-end GPUs. However, the 3090’s 24 GB VRAM and 936.2 GB/s bandwidth distinguish it from those rivals in memory-heavy workloads, even if raw FPS numbers are similar.

The combined percentile of 68 reflects a system where the GPU is significantly stronger than the CPU. This is not inherently a problem — in gaming at 4K or in GPU-accelerated rendering, the CPU has enough headroom to feed the GPU without bottlenecking. But in CPU-bound tasks like physics simulation or heavy single-threaded workloads, the i5-13500E will cap performance well below what the RTX 3090 could theoretically handle. The data shows a system optimized for graphics throughput, not balanced compute.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the Intel Core i5-13500E, a Raptor Lake-S architecture processor on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, an Ampere-architecture GPU on the PCIe 4.0 x16 interface. The CPU is a 14-core, 20-thread part with a 2.40 GHz base clock and 4.60 GHz boost clock, built on Intel’s 10 nm process. The GPU is a GA102 chip with 10,496 shading units, 82 RT cores, and 328 tensor cores, built on Samsung’s 8 nm process with 28,300 million transistors.

The build class is desktop, and the combined percentile of 68 places it in the upper-midrange tier. The CPU’s 62nd percentile and the GPU’s 73rd percentile create a system that is clearly GPU-dominant. This is a workstation-class GPU paired with a midrange-to-upper CPU, which is a common configuration for gaming rigs that prioritize resolution and visual fidelity over frame rate ceilings. The 65 W CPU TDP means the processor generates little heat, but the 350 W GPU TDP and triple-slot cooler demand a case with excellent airflow. The 750 W suggested PSU indicates total system power draw will be substantial, requiring a quality power supply.

The RTX 3090 is end-of-life, with a launch MSRP of 1,499 USD, while the CPU remains active in production. This suggests a builder who is either buying the GPU used or seeking maximum graphics performance per dollar in the current market, though pricing considerations are outside the scope of this analysis.

Balance and Bottleneck

The benchmark data reveals a system that is GPU-bound in graphics-intensive workloads. The RTX 3090’s 73rd percentile ranking versus the CPU’s 62nd percentile means the GPU has more relative headroom than the CPU. In gaming at 4K with ultra settings, the GPU will almost certainly be the limiting factor, as the 24 GB VRAM and 936.2 GB/s bandwidth are designed for high-resolution texture streaming. The CPU’s 20 threads are sufficient to feed the GPU in most scenarios, but in CPU-bound titles at 1080p with lower graphics settings, the i5-13500E’s single-core score of 3,214 in Cinebench R23 could become the constraint.

In compute workloads, the balance shifts. The GPU’s 35.58 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 35.58 TFLOPS FP16 (1:1) make it a compute powerhouse, but the CPU’s 24 MB shared L3 cache and 20 threads are adequate for feeding data to the GPU. For workloads that are inherently serial, such as certain physics calculations or single-threaded game logic, the CPU’s 62nd percentile ranking will cap performance. The 0.4% gap to the Core i9-12900E shows the 13500E is near the top of its class, but it is not a flagship part.

The FPS scaling between resolutions would follow a predictable pattern: at 1080p, the CPU is more likely to bottleneck; at 4K, the GPU becomes the clear limiter. Since no measured FPS data exists for this exact combination, these are estimates based on the percentile gap. The data suggests that users targeting high refresh rates at 1080p should consider a stronger CPU, while those playing at 1440p or 4K will be well-served by this pairing.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination of Intel Core i5-13500E and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data, so all FPS figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The RTX 3090’s 73rd percentile GPU ranking and 26,645 Passmark G3D score indicate strong rasterization performance, while the CPU’s 62nd percentile ranking ensures adequate frame pacing in most titles.

For 4K ultra settings, the GPU’s 24 GB VRAM and 936.2 GB/s bandwidth are more than sufficient for modern game textures. The 82 RT cores provide hardware ray tracing support, and the 328 tensor cores enable DLSS, which can significantly boost frame rates in supported titles. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5,118 suggests the GPU handles DirectX 12 workloads efficiently. At 1440p, the system should deliver high frame rates in most games, with the CPU providing enough single-thread performance (3,214 in R23 single-core) to avoid major bottlenecks. At 1080p, the CPU’s 62nd percentile ranking may limit maximum FPS in CPU-intensive titles, but the GPU will still produce high frame rates.

For esports titles with lower graphics requirements, the system is heavily GPU-bound, meaning the CPU could hold back frame rates at very high refresh rates. However, for immersive single-player games with demanding graphics, this pairing is well-matched. Users should expect the GPU to be the primary driver of gaming performance, with the CPU providing solid but not exceptional support.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 is a GA102 chip built on Samsung’s 8 nm process with 28,300 million transistors on a 628 mm² die. It has 10,496 shading units, 328 TMUs, 112 ROPs, 82 RT cores, and 328 tensor cores. The base clock is 1,395 MHz with a boost clock of 1,695 MHz. Memory is 24 GB of GDDR6X on a 384-bit bus, running at 19.5 Gbps effective, yielding 936.2 GB/s of bandwidth.

The GPU’s benchmark scores are consistently strong. It achieves 26,645 in Passmark G3D, 172,758 in Geekbench OpenCL, and 53,927 in Geekbench Vulkan. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 5,118. These figures place the GPU in the 73rd percentile, with nearest rivals being the RTX 4070 Mobile (0.5% behind) and RX 6700 XT (0.5% behind). The FP32 throughput of 35.58 TFLOPS and FP16 of 35.58 TFLOPS (1:1) make this a capable compute card for rendering and AI workloads.

For rendering, the 82 RT cores accelerate ray-traced scenes, while the 328 tensor cores handle AI denoising and DLSS. The 24 GB VRAM is a key differentiator — it allows loading large 3D scenes, high-resolution textures, and multiple models into memory simultaneously. The 936.2 GB/s bandwidth prevents memory bottlenecks in these scenarios. The pixel rate of 189.8 GPixel/s and texture rate of 556.0 GTexel/s indicate strong fill rates for high-resolution rendering. The GPU is end-of-life, but its performance remains competitive in the 73rd percentile.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-13500E uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. The CPU has 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes (CPU only), allowing for a high-bandwidth GPU connection, though the RTX 3090 uses PCIe 4.0 x16. The platform supports ECC memory, which is valuable for workstation use. The CPU’s 65 W TDP means the motherboard’s power delivery does not need to be excessive, leaving headroom for a future CPU upgrade within the same socket family.

The RTX 3090 has a 350 W TDP and a suggested PSU of 750 W, using a 1x 12-pin power connector. The GPU is triple-slot, 336 mm long, 140 mm tall, and 61 mm wide, requiring a full tower case with adequate clearance. The system’s power supply must handle the combined load of the 65 W CPU and 350 W GPU, plus the rest of the system, so a quality 750 W PSU is the minimum. A sensible next upgrade would be a stronger CPU on the same socket, as the GPU has more headroom than the current processor. The Core i9-12900E, which is only 0.4% faster than the i5-13500E, would not be a meaningful upgrade; users should look to newer socket generations for significant CPU gains.

The PCIe Gen 5 support on the CPU is future-proofing for storage and accelerators, though the current GPU uses PCIe 4.0. Memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 gives builders flexibility, though DDR5 would provide higher bandwidth for the CPU’s 24 MB L3 cache. The platform is mature, with the CPU in active production, making it a stable base for a multi-year build.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13500E is a 14-core, 20-thread processor based on Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel’s 10 nm process with a 215 mm² die size. The base clock is 2.40 GHz with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Cache configuration includes 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB shared L3. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode and includes UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics. The TDP is 65 W, making it efficient for its core count.

Benchmark performance is solid for a 65 W part. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22,772 is strong for 20 threads, while the single-core score of 3,214 indicates good per-core performance. In R20, scores are 9,564 multi-core and 1,349 single-core; in R15, 2,295 multi-core and 323 single-core. The average benchmark score of 6,586 places the CPU in the 62nd percentile. The nearest rival, the Core i9-12900E, is 0.4% ahead, showing that the 13500E delivers near-flagship performance from the previous generation at a lower power draw.

The 14 cores and 20 threads handle multi-threaded workloads like video encoding, compilation, and 3D rendering well. The 24 MB L3 cache helps with data-heavy tasks. The locked multiplier means overclocking is not possible, but the boost clock of 4.60 GHz is sufficient for most gaming and productivity tasks. The ECC memory support is a differentiator for workstation use, as it provides error correction in memory-intensive environments. The CPU’s 62nd percentile ranking means it outperforms the majority of processors but is not a top-tier part, which aligns with its role as a companion to the high-end RTX 3090.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p and 1440p, the RTX 3090’s 73rd percentile GPU performance and 26,645 Passmark G3D score will produce high frame rates, but the CPU’s 62nd percentile ranking may cap FPS in esports titles at very high refresh rates. At 4K, the GPU becomes the clear limiter, and the CPU has sufficient headroom.

Streaming: The CPU’s 20 threads handle encoding overhead, while the GPU’s NVENC (via tensor cores) can offload video encoding. The 24 GB VRAM allows simultaneous game rendering and encoding without memory pressure. The 65 W CPU TDP keeps system noise lower during streaming, though the GPU’s 350 W TDP and triple-slot cooler will be audible.

Video editing: The GPU’s 35.58 TFLOPS FP32 and 82 RT cores accelerate effects and rendering in timeline playback. The 24 GB VRAM handles 4K and 8K footage, and the 936.2 GB/s bandwidth allows smooth scrubbing. The CPU’s 20 threads handle codec encoding and project management.

3D rendering: The GPU’s 328 tensor cores and 35.58 TFLOPS FP16 (1:1) accelerate AI denoising and render engines like Octane and Redshift. The 24 GB VRAM fits large scenes, and the CPU’s multi-core score of 22,772 in R23 handles scene preparation and final CPU passes.

Software development: The CPU’s 20 threads speed up compilation, and the 24 MB L3 cache helps with large codebases. The ECC memory support adds reliability for long builds. The GPU’s compute power is useful for machine learning inference and data processing.

Student and office work: The 65 W CPU TDP keeps power costs low, and the integrated UHD Graphics 770 allows GPU-free operation for basic tasks, reducing power draw. The system is overkill for office work, but the 62nd percentile CPU performance ensures smooth multitasking across many applications.