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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13500H + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile

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Intel Core i5-13500H

22,468 Benchmark Score

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The Intel Core i5-13500H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile pairing represents a mid-range mobile solution aimed at balancing multi-threaded productivity with entry-level discrete graphics. This analysis draws exclusively from the provided benchmark data, which shows a CPU that performs well above average for its class and a GPU that sits near the median of all recorded graphics cards. The data indicates this is a laptop configuration, with the combined hardware percentile at 60, placing it ahead of a majority of tested systems. The following sections detail the component-level analysis, workload implications, and system-wide characteristics derived from the available metrics.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13500H is a 12-core, 16-thread processor built on the Raptor Lake architecture and manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process. It operates with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, drawing a TDP of 45 W. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration supports dual-channel DDR4, DDR5, and multiple LPDDR4/LPDDR5 variants, with connectivity via Intel BGA 1744 socket and PCIe Gen 5 with 8 CPU lanes. The integrated Iris Xe Graphics with 80 execution units provides a fallback display output, though the discrete GPU handles demanding tasks.

Benchmark results show strong scaling across thread counts. The 3DMark multi-threaded scores progress from 1887 at 2 threads to 3385 at 4 threads, 4550 at 8 threads, and 6099 at 16 threads, with the max-thread score reaching 6160. This near-linear scaling up to 8 threads indicates efficient utilization of the performance cores, with diminishing returns beyond that point due to the hybrid core arrangement. The single-thread score of 967 in 3DMark and 3397 in Passmark reflects solid per-core performance for daily tasks. Cinebench results reinforce this picture: the R23 multi-core score of 14081 and single-core score of 1775 show a capable processor for both heavily threaded rendering workloads and lightly threaded applications. The Passmark multi-thread score of 21366 and single-thread score of 3397 place it in the upper quartile of CPUs, with a percentile rank of 75.

The CPU's average benchmark score of 22468 places it in a tight competitive cluster. Data shows it is 0.2% behind the Intel Core i7-1270P (22502), 0.7% behind the Intel Core Ultra 5 135U (22618), and 0.7% behind the Intel Core i5-12500H (22625), while being 0.8% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 220 (22289). These minimal deltas indicate that the i5-13500H delivers performance nearly identical to its direct rivals, meaning real-world differences would be imperceptible. The 16-thread score of 6099 and max-thread score of 6160 suggest that the processor's hybrid design effectively manages workloads that use all available threads, which is common in video encoding, 3D rendering, and compilation tasks. The Passmark data compression score of 254661 and integer math score of 72724 highlight strengths in data-intensive operations, while the floating-point math score of 52123 indicates solid performance for scientific and engineering calculations.

Benchmark Performance

The i5-13500H achieves a CPU percentile of 75, meaning it outperforms three-quarters of all tested processors. Its average benchmark score of 22468 positions it comfortably in the upper mid-range tier. The GPU, however, tells a different story: the RTX 3050 A Mobile has a percentile of 44, placing it just below the median of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 8746. The combined system percentile of 60 reflects the CPU driving the overall performance potential upward while the GPU moderates the final output.

In GPU-specific benchmarks, the Passmark G3D score of 11664 and Geekbench OpenCL score of 52998 show moderate graphics capability. The Passmark DirectX scores vary by API version: DirectX 9 scores 152, DirectX 10 scores 61, DirectX 11 scores 94, and DirectX 12 scores 55. These numbers indicate that the GPU handles older APIs more efficiently, while newer DirectX 12 workloads present a greater challenge. The Passmark GPU compute score of 4419 suggests limited compute throughput for tasks like machine learning inference or GPU-accelerated rendering. The G2D score of 526 reflects basic 2D desktop performance, which is adequate for office work but not exceptional.

The combined picture shows a system where the CPU leads and the GPU trails. The CPU's 75th percentile ranking means it will not bottleneck most productivity tasks, while the GPU's 44th percentile suggests it will be the limiting factor in graphically intensive applications. For gaming, the CPU's strong single-thread performance (1775 in Cinebench R23 single-core) can feed frames to the GPU, but the GPU's modest scores will cap frame rates at 1080p with reduced settings. For non-graphics workloads like software compilation, data analysis, or virtualization, the CPU's 16 threads and high multi-core scores (14081 in R23 multi-core) will be the primary driver of performance.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile is based on the GA106 chip using the Ampere architecture, manufactured on Samsung's 8 nm process with 12,000 million transistors on a 276 mm² die. It features 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 192.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 1500 MHz with 12 Gbps effective speed. The GPU core has a base clock of 1065 MHz and a boost clock of 1343 MHz. The shader configuration includes 1792 shading units, 56 texture mapping units, 32 ROPs, 14 ray tracing cores, and 56 tensor cores. This hardware delivers a pixel rate of 42.98 GPixel/s, a texture rate of 75.21 GTexel/s, and FP32 performance of 4.813 TFLOPS, with FP16 matching at 4.813 TFLOPS (1:1).

The GPU's TDP is 45 W, matching the CPU's TDP, which is typical for a balanced laptop design. It connects via PCIe 4.0 x8 and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The 4 GB VRAM capacity is a notable limitation for modern games at high resolutions or with high-resolution textures, as 192.0 GB/s bandwidth provides sufficient throughput for 1080p gaming but may struggle with larger data sets.

The benchmark scores show the GPU's relative position. Its Passmark G3D score of 11664 is nearly identical to the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 v2 (8743, 0% delta), the NVIDIA Quadro P2200 (8686, 0.7% delta), and the AMD Radeon R9 M265X (8851, -1.2% delta). These rivals are significantly older or lower-tier parts, indicating the RTX 3050 A Mobile delivers performance comparable to previous-generation mid-range desktop cards from over a decade ago. The 14 RT cores and 56 tensor cores provide hardware support for ray tracing and DLSS, but the raw compute power is limited, so these features will have a modest impact on frame rates. For rendering workloads, the FP32 throughput of 4.813 TFLOPS is adequate for basic 3D modeling and light rendering, but the 4 GB VRAM will cap texture sizes and scene complexity.

FAQ

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

A: The i5-13500H has an average benchmark score of 22468, which is 0.2% behind the Intel Core i7-1270P (22502), 0.7% behind the Intel Core Ultra 5 135U (22618), and 0.7% behind the Intel Core i5-12500H (22625), while being 0.8% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 220 (22289). These differences are negligible in practical terms.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile and what does it mean?

A: The RTX 3050 A Mobile has a percentile of 44, meaning it outperforms 44% of all GPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score is 8746, placing it slightly below the median, which indicates entry-level discrete graphics performance.

Q: What API support does the GPU offer?

A: The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. Benchmark scores show DirectX 9 (152) and DirectX 11 (94) perform better than DirectX 10 (61) and DirectX 12 (55).

Q: What is the CPU's memory support?

A: The CPU supports dual-channel DDR4, DDR5, LPDDR4, LPDDR4X, LPDDR5, and LPDDR5X memory. The memory bus is dual-channel, though the specific bandwidth is not specified.

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it includes Iris Xe Graphics with 80 execution units. This provides a basic display output and can handle light tasks, but the discrete RTX 3050 A Mobile is intended for graphics-intensive workloads.

Q: What is the gaming performance expectation given the data?

A: Since no measured FPS data exists for this exact combination, gaming performance must be estimated from the benchmark scores. The GPU's 44th percentile and the CPU's 75th percentile suggest the GPU will be the primary limit, with playable frame rates achievable at 1080p with medium or lower settings.

Q: What is the production status of each component?

A: The CPU is marked as "Active" production status, while the GPU is marked as "End-of-life". This indicates the GPU is no longer in active production, though it remains available in existing laptop designs.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this CPU+GPU combination. The `measuredFpsUltraByGame` field is empty, and `dataIsMeasured` is false. All frame rate expectations below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and percentile rankings. The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 11664 and DirectX 12 score of 55 indicate that modern games at ultra settings will struggle. The CPU's strong single-thread performance (1775 in Cinebench R23 single-core) provides a solid foundation for gaming, but the GPU's 44th percentile limits overall frame rates.

For 1080p gaming, the RTX 3050 A Mobile's 4 GB VRAM and 192.0 GB/s bandwidth can handle older titles or esports games at high settings. The Passmark DirectX 11 score of 94 suggests that games using this API will perform better than those using DirectX 12 (score of 55). Competitive shooters like CS or Valorant, which are less demanding, could achieve playable frame rates at 1080p with medium settings. More demanding AAA titles will likely require low settings to maintain acceptable frame rates, as the texture rate of 75.21 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 42.98 GPixel/s are modest by modern standards. The ray tracing cores exist but their performance impact will be significant, making DLSS a recommended option to improve frame rates where supported.

The CPU's 16 threads and high multi-core scores (14081 in Cinebench R23 multi-core) ensure that background tasks will not interfere with gaming performance. The 12-core configuration with 2.60 GHz base and 4.70 GHz boost provides headroom for game logic and physics calculations. In CPU-bound scenarios, such as large multiplayer battles or strategy games with complex simulations, the i5-13500H will perform well, but the GPU will cap maximum frame rates in GPU-bound scenarios. For 1440p gaming, the 4 GB VRAM will be a significant limitation, likely requiring reduced texture quality and resolution scaling to maintain playable performance.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: This configuration is not ideal for high-refresh gaming. The GPU's 44th percentile and DirectX 12 score of 55 indicate that achieving frame rates above 144 FPS at 1080p will only be possible in undemanding esports titles with lowered settings. The CPU's single-thread score of 1775 in Cinebench R23 single-core is sufficient to avoid bottlenecking, but the GPU's raw performance (4.813 TFLOPS FP32) caps potential output.

Streaming: The CPU's 16 threads provide enough headroom for software encoding while gaming. The Passmark multi-thread score of 21366 and data encryption score of 14938 indicate the processor can handle the encoding workload without significant frame drops. However, the GPU's limited performance means streaming at high bitrates may reduce game frame rates further, making NVIDIA's NVENC encoder a better choice despite the GPU's modest compute scores.

Video editing: The CPU excels in this scenario with Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14081 and Passmark floating-point math score of 52123. Video editing software that leverages multi-threaded rendering will see strong performance. The GPU's 4 GB VRAM and compute score of 4419 limit its usefulness for GPU-accelerated effects, but the CPU can handle most editing tasks. The 18 MB L3 cache and 16 threads provide smooth timeline scrubbing and preview rendering.

3D rendering: The CPU's multi-core performance (14081 in R23 multi-core, 6160 in 3DMark max threads) makes it capable of CPU-based rendering in Blender or similar software. The GPU's FP32 throughput of 4.813 TFLOPS can accelerate certain render engines, but the 4 GB VRAM limits scene complexity. For production work, expect longer render times than a desktop GPU would provide.

Software development: The CPU's balanced performance is well-suited for compilation tasks. The Passmark integer math score of 72724 and data compression score of 254661 indicate strong performance in code compilation and data processing. The 16 threads allow parallel builds, and the single-thread score of 3397 in Passmark ensures responsive IDE usage. The GPU is largely irrelevant for this workload.

Student and office work: This configuration is overkill for basic productivity. The CPU's single-thread performance and integrated Iris Xe Graphics 80EU can handle document editing, web browsing, and spreadsheets efficiently. The discrete GPU provides no benefit for these tasks, and the 45 W TDP for both components means battery life may be shorter than systems with lower-power parts.

Who Should Build It

This laptop configuration targets users who need strong CPU performance for productivity tasks and occasional light gaming or GPU-accelerated work, but who do not require high-end graphics. The CPU's 75th percentile makes it suitable for students in engineering or computer science programs, where compilation and simulation workloads benefit from 16 threads and a 14081 Cinebench R23 multi-core score. Content creators working with 1080p video editing will find the CPU's floating-point math score of 52123 and multi-thread performance adequate for rendering timelines, though the GPU's 4 GB VRAM will limit effects-heavy projects.

Small business workstations handling data analysis, financial modeling, or software development will appreciate the CPU's Passmark integer math score of 72724 and data encryption score of 14938. The GPU's 44th percentile is sufficient for dual-monitor office setups and basic 2D applications, as indicated by the G2D score of 526. Gamers targeting 1080p with medium settings in esports or older titles will find the GPU's DirectX 11 score of 94 adequate, but those seeking high settings in modern AAA games should look elsewhere. The combined 60th percentile places this system above average overall, making it a versatile choice for users who prioritize CPU performance over GPU capability in a mobile form factor.

Build Overview

This is a laptop-class combination featuring the Intel Core i5-13500H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile GPU. The CPU is a 12-core, 16-thread Raptor Lake-H part with a 45 W TDP, while the GPU is an Ampere-based chip with 4 GB GDDR6 memory and a matching 45 W TDP. The system's combined percentile of 60 indicates it performs better than 60% of all tested configurations in the database. The CPU leads the pairing with a 75th percentile ranking, while the GPU trails at 44th percentile, creating a system that excels in CPU-bound tasks but is modest in graphics performance.

The build class of "laptop" confirms this is a mobile solution, not a desktop replacement. The CPU's release date of January 2023 and GPU's release date of December 2023 indicate a recent pairing, though the GPU is marked as end-of-life. The CPU's active production status and strong benchmark scores suggest it will remain competitive for several years, while the GPU's limited VRAM and compute performance may age more quickly. For users requiring a balance of multi-threaded productivity and entry-level gaming, this pairing offers a coherent package, but those prioritizing graphics should consider configurations with higher GPU percentiles.

Balance and Bottleneck

The primary bottleneck in this system is the GPU. The CPU's 75th percentile versus the GPU's 44th percentile creates a significant imbalance in favor of the processor. In CPU-bound workloads like software compilation, data processing, or 3D rendering with CPU-based engines, the i5-13500H will deliver strong performance without constraint. The CPU's max-thread score of 6160 in 3DMark and multi-core score of 14081 in Cinebench R23 indicate ample headroom for heavily threaded tasks.

In GPU-bound workloads such as gaming, video encoding with GPU acceleration, or GPU rendering, the RTX 3050 A Mobile will limit overall performance. The GPU's Passmark G3D score of 11664 and DirectX 12 score of 55 are far below the CPU's capabilities, meaning the GPU will be the limiting factor in these scenarios. The 4 GB VRAM and 192.0 GB/s bandwidth also constrain texture quality and resolution. For gaming, this means the CPU will often be waiting for the GPU to finish rendering frames, wasting the processor's potential. The 16-thread CPU could easily feed a more powerful GPU, making this pairing suboptimal for graphics-intensive use cases.

The FPS scaling evidence, while estimated, supports this analysis. The CPU's strong single-thread performance (1775 in Cinebench R23 single-core) ensures it can handle game logic, but the GPU's modest scores will cap frame rates. In CPU-intensive games like strategy titles, the CPU will be the limiting factor, while in GPU-intensive games like shooters or RPGs, the GPU will dominate the bottleneck. The 45 W TDP for both components suggests a balanced power draw, but it does not compensate for the GPU's lower performance tier.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket, which is a mobile-specific socket that is not upgradeable in the traditional sense. Since this is a laptop build class, the CPU is soldered to the motherboard, making CPU upgrades impossible without replacing the entire system. The GPU is also integrated into the laptop and cannot be upgraded independently. The platform supports dual-channel memory with DDR4, DDR5, LPDDR4, LPDDR4X, LPDDR5, and LPDDR5X, providing flexibility for memory configurations, though the specific memory bandwidth is not specified in the data.

The PCIe Gen 5 interface with 8 CPU lanes provides high-bandwidth connectivity for storage devices, which is beneficial for NVMe SSDs and can improve load times in games and applications. The GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x8, which is sufficient for its performance level. The TDP of 45 W for both CPU and GPU means a combined thermal load of 90 W, which is typical for a mid-range laptop. The `suggestedPsu` field is null, indicating no specific power supply recommendation is provided, but the 45 W TDP figures suggest a standard laptop power adapter in the 100-150 W range would be adequate, though this is an inference from the TDP values.

For a sensible next upgrade, the data suggests focusing on the GPU. Since the GPU's percentile is 44 and the CPU's is 75, a future laptop with a higher-performing GPU (e.g., one in the 70th percentile or above) would better utilize the CPU's capabilities. However, this would require a new system entirely. Within the current platform, the only practical upgrades are increasing memory capacity or adding faster storage via the PCIe Gen 5 lanes. The CPU's support for LPDDR5X memory suggests high-bandwidth memory could improve integrated graphics performance and overall system responsiveness, but the discrete GPU's 4 GB VRAM remains the primary limitation for gaming and GPU-accelerated tasks.

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