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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13500T + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

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Intel Core i5-13500T

28,670 Benchmark Score

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# FAQ

Q: What is the Intel Core i5-13500T's position among all CPUs?

A: The i5-13500T sits at the 80th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 28,670. It runs nearly identical to the Intel Core i5-12600, which scores 28,646 (a 0.1% difference), and the AMD EPYC 7203P at 28,583 (0.3% behind).

Q: How does the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 compare to its nearest rivals in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test?

A: The RTX 5090 D V2 scores 16,504 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, placing it at the 59th percentile among all GPUs. Its closest rival is the NVIDIA T400 at 16,508 (0% difference), followed by the AMD Radeon PRO W7500 at 16,415 (0.5% behind) and the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell at 16,408 (0.6% behind).

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this desktop build?

A: The combined percentile for the i5-13500T plus RTX 5090 D V2 pairing is 70, meaning this build outperforms roughly 70% of all recorded CPU-GPU combinations in the database.

Q: Does the i5-13500T support overclocking?

A: No. The multiplier is locked (multiplierUnlocked: false), so the CPU operates at its stock clocks of 1.60 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost. It also lacks ECC memory support.

Q: What are the memory and PCIe capabilities of the i5-13500T?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. It provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU, and it uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform.

Q: What is the power draw of each component, and what PSU is suggested?

A: The i5-13500T has a TDP of 35 W, while the RTX 5090 D V2 has a TDP of 575 W. The suggested PSU for this combination is 950 W. The GPU uses a single 16-pin power connector.

Q: Are there any measured FPS figures for this exact CPU-GPU combination?

A: No. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data for this pairing. All gaming performance discussion must be treated as estimates derived from the benchmark scores, not from direct frame rate measurements.

# Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: The RTX 5090 D V2 is the clear driver here, with a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16,504. However, the GPU sits at only the 59th percentile, which suggests it is not at the absolute top tier for raw rasterization. The i5-13500T's single-core performance — a Geekbench single-core score of 2,279 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,754 — is adequate for feeding frames at high refresh rates, but the CPU's 80th percentile position relative to all CPUs means it will not bottleneck a GPU of this class in most titles. Expect high-refresh 1080p and 1440p gaming to be GPU-limited, with the CPU keeping up in most scenarios.

Streaming: The i5-13500T's 14 cores and 20 threads provide solid headroom for encoding and streaming overhead. Its Passmark multithread score of 22,654 and Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11,028 indicate that simultaneous gaming and streaming is feasible, though the 35 W TDP suggests sustained all-core loads may throttle slightly. The GPU's 680 tensor cores and 170 RT cores can offload encoding tasks, but since no measured FPS data exists, streaming performance is estimated as smooth at 1080p60 with x264 or NVENC, provided the CPU is not pinned by other background tasks.

Video Editing: The combination of the CPU's multicore strength and the GPU's massive 24 GB GDDR7 memory (with 1.34 TB/s bandwidth) makes this a capable editing rig. The i5-13500T's Cinebench R20 multicore score of 8,011 and Geekbench multicore score of 8,888 support 4K timeline scrubbing and export tasks, while the GPU's 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance accelerates effects and color grading. The 80th CPU percentile and 59th GPU percentile suggest balanced performance for proxy-less editing of moderate-complexity projects.

3D Rendering: For CPU-based rendering, the i5-13500T delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11,028, which is competitive with the Intel Core i5-12600 (0.1% difference) and AMD EPYC 7203P (0.3% ahead of the i5). For GPU rendering, the RTX 5090 D V2's 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 and 24 GB VRAM handle large scenes, but its 59th percentile ranking means it is not a top-tier render card. The 70th combined percentile indicates this build is mid-to-upper tier for rendering workloads, with the CPU providing a solid foundation and the GPU accelerating ray tracing via its 170 RT cores.

Software Development: The i5-13500T's balanced scores benefit compilation and multitasking. Its Passmark integer math score of 84,427 and data compression score of 271,348 indicate strong performance for code compilation and file processing. The 20 threads handle parallel builds efficiently, while the single-core Geekbench score of 2,279 ensures responsive IDE interactions. The GPU is largely irrelevant for most development tasks, making this a practical workstation for developers who also game or use GPU-accelerated tools.

Student and Office Work: This build is overkill for typical student or office tasks. The i5-13500T's 35 W TDP means low power draw during light loads, and its integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback if the discrete GPU is not needed. However, the RTX 5090 D V2's 575 W TDP and 304 mm length make this a large, power-hungry system for spreadsheet and document work. The CPU's Passmark single-thread score of 3,580 ensures snappy UI response, but the GPU is wasted on non-graphics tasks.

# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13500T is a 14-core, 20-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 215 mm². It operates at a base clock of 1.60 GHz and boosts to 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. This is a desktop-class chip (market segment: Desktop) on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, released January 3, 2023, with a launch MSRP of $232.

The benchmark scores paint a picture of a CPU that is strong for its power envelope. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11,028 and Geekbench multicore score of 8,888 show solid multi-threaded throughput, while the single-core scores — Cinebench R23 single-core of 1,754 and Geekbench single-core of 2,279 — are respectable for a 35 W part. The Passmark multithread score of 22,654 and single-thread score of 3,580 confirm that this CPU handles both parallel and latency-sensitive workloads well.

The 80th percentile ranking among all CPUs places the i5-13500T above the majority of processors, and its nearest rivals are the Intel Core i5-12600 (0.1% faster), AMD EPYC 7203P (0.3% slower), Intel Core 5 220H (0.3% slower), and AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850HS (0.4% slower). This clustering suggests that the i5-13500T is a well-balanced mid-range CPU that trades some raw clock speed for dramatically lower power consumption (35 W TDP).

The CPU's real-world performance is characterized by its ability to maintain competitive scores despite the low TDP. The Cinebench R15 multicore score of 1,945 and R20 multicore score of 8,011 indicate that sustained all-core workloads benefit from the 14-core configuration, but the 4.60 GHz boost clock ensures single-threaded tasks do not lag. The Passmark data encryption score of 15,543 and extended instructions score of 16,599 show that the CPU handles cryptographic and SIMD workloads efficiently.

# Who Should Build It

This build targets users who want a strong CPU for productivity but also desire a GPU that can handle modern graphics workloads. The i5-13500T's 80th CPU percentile makes it suitable for gamers at 1080p and 1440p who do not want their processor to be the limiting factor, but the 35 W TDP means it is not ideal for extreme overclocking or sustained all-core rendering. The RTX 5090 D V2's 59th GPU percentile, while not top-tier, still offers 24 GB of GDDR7 memory and 104.8 TFLOPS FP32, making it viable for 1440p and 4K gaming at high settings, though the lack of measured FPS data means performance expectations must be tempered.

Content creators working with 4K video or large 3D scenes will benefit from the CPU's 20 threads and the GPU's large memory pool, but they should note that the GPU's percentile is lower than its memory capacity suggests — it is not a flagship render card. Developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the CPU's integer math score of 84,427 and data compression score of 271,348, which speed up builds and file handling. The GPU is a bonus for developers who also game or use CUDA-accelerated tools.

Students and office workers will find this build extremely powerful for their needs, but it is impractical due to the GPU's 575 W TDP and the system's overall size (the GPU is 304 mm long). Small business workstations that require occasional GPU acceleration — for CAD, video editing, or AI inference — could justify this build, but the power draw suggests a dedicated workstation GPU might be more appropriate. The 70th combined percentile means this is a mid-to-upper tier desktop, not a flagship.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Socket 1700 platform supports the i5-13500T, which uses the Raptor Lake architecture. This socket also accommodates other 12th and 13th generation Intel processors, so a future upgrade could move to a higher-core-count Raptor Lake chip without changing the motherboard. However, since the platform is one generation old (the CPU was released January 3, 2023), the upgrade path is limited to existing socket 1700 CPUs rather than newer architectures.

The CPU supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders flexibility. If a system already has DDR4, the i5-13500T can use it; alternatively, DDR5 offers higher bandwidth for memory-sensitive workloads. The PCIe Gen 5 interface with 20 CPU lanes provides ample bandwidth for the RTX 5090 D V2, which uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 bus interface. The memory bus is dual-channel, and ECC memory is not supported.

The suggested PSU for this build is 950 W, which accounts for the CPU's 35 W TDP and the GPU's 575 W TDP. This leaves headroom for other components, but the GPU's single 16-pin power connector means the PSU must have that connector available. A sensible next upgrade would be a higher-end CPU on the same socket — such as a Core i7 or i9 Raptor Lake part — if more CPU throughput is needed, since the GPU already draws most of the power. However, given that the i5-13500T is within 0.4% of its nearest rivals, the CPU is not a bottleneck in most scenarios.

The GPU's dimensions — 304 mm length, 137 mm height, and 48 mm width — require a case with sufficient clearance. The dual-slot design and 1x 16-pin power connector mean case airflow and PSU compatibility are critical. Since the platform does not support ECC memory, this is not a workstation for error-critical computing.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU-GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFpsUltraByGame entries, and dataIsMeasured is false. Therefore, all gaming frame rates discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores, not from direct testing.

Based on the CPU's 80th percentile and the GPU's 59th percentile, this build is estimated to handle most games at high settings. The RTX 5090 D V2's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16,504 — which is nearly identical to the NVIDIA T400 (16,508) and 0.9% ahead of the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (16,361) — suggests that this GPU is roughly equivalent to a mid-range card from the previous generation. At 1080p, the i5-13500T's single-core performance (Geekbench single-core of 2,279) should not bottleneck the GPU in most titles, so frame rates will be GPU-limited.

At 1440p, the GPU's 24 GB memory and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth provide ample headroom for high-resolution textures, but the 59th percentile ranking means users should expect moderate settings for 60+ FPS in demanding titles. At 4K, the GPU's 176 ROPs and 423.6 GPixel/s pixel rate will struggle to maintain high frame rates in AAA games; users should expect 30-60 FPS depending on the title and settings. The CPU's low TDP means it will not throttle gaming performance, but the GPU's 575 W TDP will generate significant heat.

The lack of measured data means these estimates carry uncertainty. The GPU's nearest rival — the NVIDIA T400, a low-profile workstation card — scoring identically in Steel Nomad is unusual, suggesting that this benchmark may not fully represent the RTX 5090 D V2's gaming capabilities. Users should treat these estimates as rough guidance rather than definitive performance figures.

# Benchmark Performance

The i5-13500T's average benchmark score is 28,670, placing it at the 80th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are closely matched: the Intel Core i5-12600 scores 28,646 (0.1% faster), the AMD EPYC 7203P scores 28,583 (0.3% slower), the Intel Core 5 220H scores 28,574 (0.3% slower), and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850HS scores 28,549 (0.4% slower). This clustering indicates that the i5-13500T is a solid mid-range performer, with no single rival significantly outperforming it.

The CPU's individual benchmark scores show strength across different workload types. In Cinebench R23, it scores 11,028 multicore and 1,754 single-core. In Geekbench, it scores 8,888 multicore and 2,279 single-core. The Passmark suite reveals specialized strengths: data compression at 271,348, data encryption at 15,543, extended instructions at 16,599, find prime numbers at 73, floating point math at 61,640, integer math at 84,427, multithread at 22,654, physics at 1,112, random string sorting at 28,893, and single thread at 3,580.

The RTX 5090 D V2's benchmark is limited to a single 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16,504, which places it at the 59th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the NVIDIA T400 at 16,508 (0% difference), AMD Radeon PRO W7500 at 16,415 (0.5% slower), NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell at 16,408 (0.6% slower), and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT at 16,361 (0.9% slower). The GPU's average benchmark score is 16,504, identical to its single Steel Nomad result.

The combined picture is a build at the 70th percentile, with the CPU performing better relative to its peers (80th) than the GPU (59th). This means the CPU is the stronger component in this pairing, and the GPU is the limiting factor for overall performance in graphics-intensive tasks.

# Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build pairing the Intel Core i5-13500T with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2. The CPU is a 14-core, 20-thread Raptor Lake part with a 35 W TDP, designed for power efficiency. The GPU is a Blackwell 2.0 architecture card with 21,760 shading units, 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 384-bit bus, and a 575 W TDP.

The combined percentile for this build is 70, meaning it outperforms 70% of recorded CPU-GPU pairs. The CPU's 80th percentile and the GPU's 59th percentile indicate a mismatch: the CPU is above average, while the GPU is slightly below average. This makes the build a mid-to-upper tier desktop, suited for users who prioritize CPU-heavy workloads but still want decent graphics performance.

The build class is desktop, confirming it is a stationary system. The GPU's size (304 mm length, 137 mm height, 48 mm width) and dual-slot design require a full-sized case. The CPU's 35 W TDP is remarkably low for a 14-core part, making this a power-efficient system despite the GPU's high draw.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The data indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor in this build. The i5-13500T sits at the 80th CPU percentile, while the RTX 5090 D V2 sits at the 59th GPU percentile. This 21-percentage-point gap means the CPU is significantly stronger relative to its peers than the GPU, so in graphics-intensive workloads (gaming, GPU rendering), the GPU will be the bottleneck.

However, the bottleneck is workload-dependent. In CPU-bound tasks — such as video encoding, code compilation, or data processing — the i5-13500T's 20 threads and Passmark multithread score of 22,654 will be the primary driver, and the GPU's lower percentile is irrelevant. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11,028 is competitive with its rivals (within 0.4%), so it will not be the weak link in any scenario.

In gaming, the GPU's 59th percentile and its similarity to the NVIDIA T400 (0% delta) and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (0.9% faster) suggest that frame rates will be limited by the GPU's rasterization throughput, not the CPU. The i5-13500T's single-core Geekbench score of 2,279 is sufficient to feed the GPU at 1080p and 1440p, but the GPU's Steel Nomad score is not high enough to drive high-refresh 4K gaming.

The combined 70th percentile reflects this imbalance: the CPU pulls the build up, while the GPU drags it down. For users who want a balanced system, swapping the GPU for a higher-percentile card would be the logical upgrade. For users who primarily do CPU-heavy work and only game occasionally, this pairing is adequate, with the GPU's 24 GB memory and 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 providing enough power for moderate gaming. The lack of measured FPS data means the exact severity of the GPU bottleneck cannot be quantified, but the percentile gap is clear evidence that the CPU is not the limiting factor.

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