SYSTEM ANALYZER

Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13500E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

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87 / 100
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Power Build

Top 13% 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
96%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-13500E

6,586 Benchmark Score
Top 23% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER

43,223 Benchmark Score
Top 4% 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

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FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-13500E compare to its closest rivals in overall CPU benchmark performance?

A: The i5-13500E holds an average benchmark score of 6586. It sits within a tight competitive cluster: it is 0.3% ahead of the Intel Atom x7405C (score 6568) and 0.3% behind both the Intel Core i9-10940X and Intel Pentium Gold G6405 (both scoring 6605). It trails the Intel Core i9-12900E by 0.4%, which scores 6611.

Q: What is the CPU's percentile ranking among all processors, and what does that signify?

A: The i5-13500E places in the 62nd percentile against all CPUs. This indicates that it outperforms roughly 62% of all processors in the database, positioning it as a solidly mid-to-upper-tier desktop chip for general productivity and multi-threaded tasks.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile and average benchmark score?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER achieves an 83rd percentile standing among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 43223. This places it in the upper echelon of graphics cards, significantly ahead of the majority of the field.

Q: How does the RTX 4070 SUPER compare to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile?

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER has an average score of 43223, which is 1% lower than the RTX 4090 Mobile's score of 43667. Despite being a desktop card, the data shows it is nearly on par with the top-tier mobile offering from the same generation.

Q: What memory and expansion capabilities does the i5-13500E offer?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it supports ECC memory. For expansion, it provides a PCIe Gen 5 interface with 16 lanes available from the CPU.

Q: What is the power draw and recommended power supply for this build?

A: The i5-13500E has a 65 W TDP, while the RTX 4070 SUPER has a 220 W TDP. The suggested power supply for the GPU is 550 W. This combination implies a modest total system power requirement.

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

A: No. The data pack contains no measured FPS rows for this exact pairing. All gaming performance figures presented in this analysis are estimates derived from the individual CPU and GPU benchmark scores, not from direct testing of the combined system.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the Intel Core i5-13500E and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is heavily skewed toward the graphics card in most gaming scenarios. The GPU's 83rd percentile ranking dwarfs the CPU's 62nd percentile, creating a situation where the processor is likely to be the limiting factor in frame rate generation at lower resolutions. Benchmark results indicate that the CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22772 and single-core score of 3214 are respectable, but they do not match the sheer graphical throughput of the RTX 4070 SUPER, which posts a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4627 and a Passmark G3D score of 29995.

In CPU-bound workloads, such as physics calculations or high-frequency simulation, the i5-13500E will be the primary constraint. Its 62nd percentile standing suggests that while it is capable, it will not drive a 240 Hz monitor in esports titles without becoming the bottleneck. Conversely, in GPU-bound scenarios like 4K gaming or heavy ray tracing, the RTX 4070 SUPER's workload will dominate, and the CPU will have ample headroom, waiting on the GPU to finish rendering each frame. The data shows a deltaPct of -0.4% versus the Intel Core i9-12900E, meaning the i5-13500E is nearly identical in average CPU score, which reinforces that the CPU is a competent partner that won't artificially cap the GPU in demanding graphical scenarios.

The FPS scaling in this build follows a predictable pattern: at 1080p, the CPU's single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3214) will dictate maximum achievable frames, potentially leaving GPU performance on the table. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU's rendering time increases, and the RTX 4070 SUPER's 504.2 GB/s memory bandwidth and 35.48 TFLOPS FP32 performance become the limiting factors. For productivity tasks like video editing, the balance shifts back to the CPU, where its 14 cores and 20 threads will handle encoding and export workloads, while the GPU accelerates effects and previews via its 7168 shading units and 224 tensor cores.

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 DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders the flexibility to choose between older, more prevalent memory or newer high-bandwidth modules, both in dual-channel configuration. The platform also supports ECC memory, which is a notable feature for workstation and small business use cases where data integrity is paramount. The CPU provides a PCIe Gen 5 interface with 16 lanes, ensuring that the latest high-speed SSDs and expansion cards are fully supported, though the RTX 4070 SUPER itself uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface.

The upgrade path from this build is clear. The CPU, with a 65 W TDP, leaves significant thermal and power headroom in most systems. The motherboard socket, however, is a potential dead-end for future CPU upgrades, as newer Intel generations have moved to different sockets. For a sensible next upgrade, a builder would look to increase memory capacity or speed, as the current 12 GB of GDDR6X on the GPU is fixed. The GPU's suggested PSU of 550 W means that the existing power supply in a system with this CPU (65 W TDP) likely has ample spare capacity for additional storage drives or a more power-hungry CPU in the future, should the platform allow it.

The RTX 4070 SUPER is marked as End-of-life in production status, with the GeForce 50 series as its successor. This suggests that while it is still a capable card, it is not a future-proofing investment. The CPU, however, remains Active in production. For a builder looking to extend the life of this system, the most impactful upgrade would be to replace the GPU with a more powerful model, as the CPU's 62nd percentile score is unlikely to be the limiting factor in most modern games. Alternatively, moving to a higher-core-count CPU on the same socket would be a viable path, but the data shows the i5-13500E is already competitive with the Core i9-12900E, so the gains would be marginal.

Who Should Build It

This system targets a specific user: the enthusiast gamer and content creator who wants high performance without stepping into the top-tier price bracket. The 83rd percentile GPU makes it ideal for gamers who play at 1440p or 4K resolution, where the RTX 4070 SUPER's 12 GB of memory and 35.48 TFLOPS of compute power can be fully utilized. For high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p, the CPU's 62nd percentile becomes a limitation, so this build is less suited for competitive esports players who demand 300+ FPS.

Content creators in video editing and 3D rendering will find the combination of 14 CPU cores and the GPU's CUDA and tensor core capabilities well-matched. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22772 indicates solid CPU rendering performance, while the GPU's Geekbench OpenCL score of 172795 and Vulkan score of 205624 suggest strong acceleration for Adobe Premiere or Blender workloads. Software developers will appreciate the ECC memory support and the CPU's 20 threads for parallel compilation tasks.

Small business workstations and student PCs can also benefit, provided the workload involves graphical design or moderate compute tasks. The Passmark G2D score of 1184 is modest, indicating this is not a 2D-focused office machine, but for engineering students running CAD or design students using rendering software, the combination is potent. The RTX 4070 SUPER's 224 tensor cores make it a competent choice for light machine learning experimentation. However, the lack of measured FPS data means that gamers must rely on estimated performance, which could be a concern for those who require guaranteed frame rates.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i5-13500E posts an average benchmark score of 6586, placing it in the 62nd percentile of all CPUs. Its Cinebench results paint a clear picture: R15 multi-core scores 2295 and single-core scores 323; R20 multi-core scores 9564 and single-core scores 1349; R23 multi-core scores 22772 and single-core scores 3214. These numbers show a processor that is roughly 0.3% faster than the Intel Atom x7405C and 0.3% slower than the Intel Core i9-10940X and Intel Pentium Gold G6405. The deltaPct of -0.4% versus the Intel Core i9-12900E confirms that this is a high-performing mid-range chip that trades blows with older high-end parts.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER achieves an average benchmark score of 43223, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs. Its performance is remarkably consistent: it is 0.1% slower than the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB (score 43262), 0.1% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Mobile (score 43268), and 0.2% slower than the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 (score 43301). The largest gap is to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Mobile, which is 1% faster with a score of 43667. In synthetic tests, the GPU shows a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4627, a Geekbench OpenCL score of 172795, and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 205624. Its Passmark G3D score of 29995 is impressive, though its DirectX 10 and 11 scores (167 and 273 respectively) are low, indicating these legacy APIs are not optimized for this architecture.

The combined percentile for this build is 73, reflecting the balance between a mid-pack CPU and a top-tier GPU. The data shows that the GPU is the dominant component, and the overall system performance will be heavily influenced by whether the workload is GPU-accelerated or CPU-bound.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p, the CPU's Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3214 will likely cap frame rates below what the GPU can deliver, making this build suboptimal for 240 Hz monitors. The GPU's 83rd percentile suggests it has the raw power, but the CPU's 62nd percentile is a bottleneck.

Streaming: The RTX 4070 SUPER's 224 tensor cores and 35.48 TFLOPS FP16 performance enable efficient hardware encoding for streaming, offloading this task from the CPU. The i5-13500E's 20 threads can handle the game and streaming software simultaneously, though the CPU's modest percentile may cause minor dips in CPU-heavy games.

Video editing: This is a strong scenario. The CPU's R23 multi-core score of 22772 accelerates export and encoding, while the GPU's 7168 shading units and high memory bandwidth (504.2 GB/s) provide smooth timeline scrubbing and effects rendering. The 12 GB GDDR6X memory is sufficient for 4K timelines.

3D rendering: The CPU's multi-core performance (Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 9564) is capable for CPU-based renderers, but the GPU's 35.48 TFLOPS FP32 performance makes it a faster option for GPU-accelerated renderers like Octane or V-Ray. The 224 tensor cores also support AI denoising, reducing render times.

Software development: The 14 cores and 20 threads, combined with ECC memory support, make this a reliable platform for compilation, testing, and running virtual machines. The CPU's 62nd percentile is adequate for most development tasks, though large codebases will show its limits.

Student and office work: The Passmark G2D score of 1184 indicates that this is not a 2D-optimized machine, so standard office productivity will not benefit from the GPU. The CPU's single-core score of 3214 in R23 is sufficient for web browsing and document editing, but this build is overkill and potentially power-inefficient for such tasks.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for the specific combination of the Intel Core i5-13500E and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER. Consequently, all gaming performance figures presented here are estimates derived from the individual benchmark scores, not from direct frame rate measurements. The data is clear that the GPU's 83rd percentile and the CPU's 62nd percentile will produce a system that is GPU-bound at higher resolutions and CPU-bound at lower resolutions.

At 1080p, the estimated frame rates are high but likely limited by the CPU. The single-core Cinebench R23 score of 3214 suggests that the i5-13500E can feed the GPU adequately in most titles, but in esports games like Counter-Strike or Valorant, the CPU may prevent the GPU from reaching its full potential. Estimated FPS in such titles could range from 200 to 300 FPS, depending on the game's engine and how well it uses the 14 cores.

At 1440p, the balance shifts to the GPU. The RTX 4070 SUPER's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 4627 indicates strong DX12 performance, and its 12 GB memory is sufficient for most AAA titles at this resolution. Estimates suggest that demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077 or Alan Wake 2 could run at 80-120 FPS with ultra settings, leveraging the GPU's 35.48 TFLOPS FP32 compute and 224 tensor cores for DLSS.

At 4K, the GPU becomes the definitive bottleneck. The 504.2 GB/s memory bandwidth and 198.0 GPixel/s pixel rate are good, but not top-tier, so frame rates in 4K ultra settings are likely to be in the 50-80 FPS range. The CPU's workload at 4K is reduced, so the i5-13500E will have no trouble keeping up. For gamers targeting 4K 120 Hz, DLSS or lower settings would be necessary. The data suggests this is a solid 1440p gaming machine, with 4K being playable but not high-refresh.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build pairing the Intel Core i5-13500E with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER. The combined percentile is 73, placing it in the upper third of all systems in the database. The CPU is a 13th-generation Raptor Lake desktop processor with 14 cores and 20 threads, while the GPU is an Ada Lovelace-based card with 7168 shading units and 12 GB of GDDR6X memory.

The build occupies a specific tier: it is not an ultra-high-end enthusiast system, but it is firmly above the mainstream. The GPU's 83rd percentile makes it the star of the show, while the CPU's 62nd percentile keeps the system grounded. This pairing is best described as a "high-end mainstream" or "enthusiast-lite" build, suited for gamers and creators who want high performance without the cost and power draw of the absolute top-tier components. The RTX 4070 SUPER has a launch MSRP of 599 USD, and its production status is End-of-life, which means it is a current but mature product. The CPU is Active in production, indicating a longer life ahead.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13500E is a 14-core, 20-thread desktop processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. It has a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. 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 die size is 215 mm², and it supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, including ECC memory. The CPU is not multiplier-unlocked, so overclocking is not a primary feature.

Benchmark results indicate a strong multi-threaded performer. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22772 is the standout, showing that the 14 cores can handle heavy parallel workloads like video encoding and 3D rendering. The single-core score of 3214 is moderate, placing it in the 62nd percentile overall. The average benchmark score of 6586 is nearly identical to the Intel Core i9-12900E, which scores 6611, a deltaPct of only -0.4%. This is remarkable because the i9-12900E is a higher-tier product from the previous generation, yet the i5-13500E matches it in average performance.

In real-world terms, the CPU's 20 threads provide excellent multi-tasking capability, allowing for simultaneous gaming, streaming, and background tasks without significant degradation. The 24 MB L3 cache helps with gaming performance, reducing memory latency. The ECC memory support is a distinct advantage for workstation use, offering data integrity that non-ECC systems lack. The CPU's 62nd percentile means it is not a top-tier chip, and in CPU-intensive scenarios like 1080p gaming at high refresh rates, it will be the limiting factor. However, for the majority of desktop workloads, including productivity and moderate gaming, the i5-13500E is a competent and efficient partner for the RTX 4070 SUPER.