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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13500TE + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

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Top 14% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

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76%

GPU

96%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-13500TE

5,002 Benchmark Score

Top 24% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

54,209 Benchmark Score

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90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

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70-89

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1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

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50-69

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1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

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30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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The Intel Core i5-13500TE and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER pairing represents a study in asymmetric capability. The CPU is a low-power (35 W TDP) Raptor Lake desktop part with high core count, while the GPU is a flagship Ada Lovelace card with massive throughput. The combined percentile ranking of 73 indicates this build outperforms roughly three-quarters of all tracked desktop configurations, but the data shows a severe performance bottleneck: the processor’s average benchmark score sits at the 59th percentile among all CPUs, while the graphics card rests at the 86th percentile among all GPUs. This 27-point delta is the central analytical fact of this build. The CPU will consistently limit the GPU in almost every workload, a conclusion supported by the absence of measured FPS data and the relative benchmark positions.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance of this system is heavily skewed toward the GPU. The RTX 4080 SUPER’s average benchmark score of 54,209 places it in the 86th percentile, with nearest rivals including the RTX 4080 (delta -0.1%) and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (delta -2.7%). In contrast, the Core i5-13500TE’s average score of 5,002 places it in the 59th percentile, with its closest rival being the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G at a 0% delta. In raw terms, the GPU’s average score is roughly 10.8 times higher than the CPU’s, a ratio that underscores the lopsided nature of this pairing.

In CPU-bound scenarios, the bottleneck is unequivocal. The i5-13500TE’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17,294 and single-core score of 2,441 indicate a processor that is competent for mainstream tasks but not exceptional. The data suggests that in gaming workloads, particularly at lower resolutions where the CPU must feed frames quickly, the processor will cap the frame rate well before the RTX 4080 SUPER reaches its full potential. At 1080p, the CPU’s single-threaded performance (R23 single-core 2,441) will be the limiting factor, as the GPU’s massive 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 816.0 GTexel/s texture rate cannot be fully utilized if the CPU cannot issue draw calls fast enough.

Conversely, in GPU-bound workloads such as 4K gaming, 3D rendering, or heavy compute tasks, the bottleneck shifts to the GPU, but not because the CPU becomes irrelevant—it is because the GPU’s workload scales so dramatically. The RTX 4080 SUPER’s 736.3 GB/s memory bandwidth and 16 GB of GDDR6X VRAM mean that at high resolutions and with demanding textures, the GPU will be saturated, and the CPU’s relatively modest multi-core score (R20 7,263) will still be sufficient to keep up. However, the data indicates that any workload requiring both high CPU throughput and high GPU throughput—such as simultaneous gameplay and streaming, or complex physics simulations—will see the CPU as the primary constraint.

The lack of measured FPS data for this exact combination is notable. Without empirical frame rate rows, the analysis relies on benchmark scores. The CPU’s single-core performance is only 0.1% better than the Intel Core i3-12300HE, a mobile part, and 0.3% better than the Intel Core i7-1375PRE. This suggests that the i5-13500TE is not a high-frequency part—its boost clock is 4.50 GHz, but its base clock is a very low 1.30 GHz, indicating that sustained all-core loads will see significant thermal throttling potential. In short, the bottleneck is the CPU in most interactive scenarios, and the GPU in pure throughput tasks, but the overall system balance is defined by the CPU’s inability to match the GPU’s tier.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built on Intel Socket 1700, which supports the Raptor Lake architecture. The CPU natively supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support enabled, which is a notable feature for workstation use. The memory bus is dual-channel, and while the exact bandwidth is not specified in the data, the support for both memory types gives builders flexibility. The PCIe interface is Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), which provides ample bandwidth for the RTX 4080 SUPER, though the GPU itself uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface—backward compatible with the Gen 5 slot.

The power delivery situation is a critical consideration. The CPU’s TDP is 35 W, a remarkably low figure for a 14-core part, which means the processor will not stress a typical power supply. The GPU, however, has a TDP of 320 W and requires a 700 W suggested PSU, with a single 16-pin power connector. The data suggests that a 700 W power supply is the minimum recommended, and given the CPU’s low draw, there is substantial headroom for other components. For a sensible next upgrade, the motherboard and socket are still current for 13th-generation parts, but the CPU itself is the weak link. Upgrading to a higher-tier 13th-generation or 14th-generation part on the same LGA 1700 socket would be logical, though the data does not specify which models. The CPU’s multiplier is locked, so overclocking is not an option; the only path to better CPU performance is a replacement.

The production status of the CPU is active, while the GPU is end-of-life, which affects upgrade timing. The RTX 4080 SUPER has a successor in the GeForce 50 series, so future upgrades would likely target that generation. However, the current pairing remains viable for heavy GPU workloads. The PCIe Gen 5 lane allocation (16 lanes) ensures that the GPU is not starved for bandwidth, even if the GPU itself is Gen 4. For memory, the dual-channel support for DDR5 means that a builder can achieve high bandwidth with modern modules, though the CPU’s low base clock may limit the benefit of extreme memory speeds. The platform is not a dead-end, but the CPU’s 59th percentile position suggests that a GPU upgrade would yield diminishing returns until the processor is also upgraded.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The `measuredFpsUltraByGame` field is empty, and `dataIsMeasured` is false. Therefore, all frame rate figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores, not from direct testing. The data provides no game-specific FPS rows, so any specific numbers would be fabricated; instead, the analysis relies on the relative positions of the CPU and GPU to infer expected performance.

Based on the GPU’s 86th percentile and its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6,600, this card is clearly a top-tier gaming part. The RTX 4080 SUPER’s PassMark G3D score of 34,245 and Geekbench Vulkan score of 260,075 indicate that it can handle ultra settings at high resolutions in most titles. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,441 is the limiting factor for high-refresh-rate gaming at 1080p. In esports titles that are CPU-bound, the frame rate would be capped by the processor, likely in the range of what a 59th-percentile CPU can sustain, but the data does not give exact numbers. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the limiting factor, and the RTX 4080 SUPER’s capabilities would shine, with the CPU providing adequate support.

The estimate is that at 1080p ultra, the system would see frame rates that are well above 60 FPS in most titles, but the CPU would prevent the GPU from reaching its maximum FPS potential. At 1440p ultra, the balance improves, and at 4K ultra, the GPU is fully saturated, and the CPU bottleneck becomes negligible. The absence of measured data means these are qualitative expectations: the GPU is capable of high frame rates, but the CPU’s single-thread performance (R20 single-core 1,025) will be the ceiling for minimum frame rates in CPU-heavy scenes. The data also shows the GPU’s DirectX 12 PassMark score is 134, which is lower than the DirectX 11 score of 301, suggesting that the card’s DX12 performance is not its strongest metric, but this is a synthetic index and not a direct FPS measure.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who prioritize GPU-accelerated workloads over CPU-intensive tasks. The RTX 4080 SUPER’s 86th percentile ranking makes it suitable for gamers at 1440p and 4K resolutions, where the GPU’s 16 GB VRAM and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth handle high-resolution textures and ray tracing. The GPU’s 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing and DLSS, which are essential for modern AAA titles at high settings. However, the CPU’s 59th percentile position means that gamers who play at 1080p with high refresh rates (144 Hz or above) will be disappointed, as the processor will limit frame rates.

Content creators who rely on GPU rendering—such as 3D artists using CUDA-accelerated renderers—will find this build excellent, as the GPU’s FP32 compute of 52.22 TFLOPS and 45,900 million transistors provide massive parallel throughput. Video editors using GPU-accelerated effects would also benefit, but those who use CPU-based encoding (e.g., x264) would see slower performance due to the i5-13500TE’s modest multi-core score (R23 17,294). Software developers who compile large codebases may find the CPU adequate but not exceptional; the 14 cores and 20 threads help, but the low base clock of 1.30 GHz means sustained compilation workloads will be slower than higher-clocked parts.

Students and small business workstations that handle office productivity, web browsing, and light multitasking would be well-served, as the CPU’s 35 W TDP makes for a low-power system that is quiet and efficient. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback if the discrete GPU is not needed. However, for any workload that is purely CPU-bound, the system is overkill on the GPU side and underpowered on the CPU side. The build is best suited for users who know their primary bottleneck is the GPU, not the CPU.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13500TE 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. Its base clock is 1.30 GHz, which is extremely low, and its boost clock is 4.50 GHz. This wide clock range indicates a power-optimized part designed for efficiency, with a TDP of 35 W. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, with ECC support, and integrates UHD Graphics 770.

The benchmark scores for the CPU are modest. Cinebench R23 multi-core is 17,294, and single-core is 2,441. Cinebench R20 multi-core is 7,263, and single-core is 1,025. The older R15 scores are 1,743 multi-core and 246 single-core. The average benchmark score is 5,002, placing it in the 59th percentile. The nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G with an identical average score of 5,002, which indicates that the i5-13500TE performs similarly to a 6-core, 12-thread Ryzen with integrated graphics. The Intel Core i3-12300HE is 0.1% faster, and the Intel Core i7-1375PRE is 0.3% faster, which are negligible differences.

For real workloads, the CPU’s multi-core score of 17,294 in R23 suggests it can handle moderately threaded tasks like video encoding or 3D rendering, but it is not a high-end workstation part. The single-core score of 2,441 is more concerning, as it indicates that the processor is not optimized for latency-sensitive tasks like gaming or single-threaded applications. The low base clock of 1.30 GHz means that under heavy all-core loads, the CPU may not sustain high frequencies, potentially leading to performance that is closer to the base clock than the boost clock. The processor’s production status is active, and its launch MSRP is $235, which is a low price for the feature set, but the data does not support discussion of value.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance tier of this build?

A: The combined percentile is 73, meaning this build outperforms 73% of tracked desktop configurations. The CPU is at the 59th percentile, and the GPU is at the 86th percentile.

Q: Does the CPU bottleneck the GPU in gaming?

A: Yes. The CPU’s average benchmark score (5,002) is at the 59th percentile, while the GPU’s average score (54,209) is at the 86th percentile. This 27-point gap indicates the CPU will limit the GPU in CPU-bound gaming, particularly at 1080p.

Q: What memory types does this platform support?

A: The Intel Core i5-13500TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support enabled.

Q: What is the power supply requirement for this build?

A: The suggested PSU is 700 W, based on the GPU’s 320 W TDP. The CPU’s TDP is only 35 W, so the primary power draw is the GPU.

Q: Is the RTX 4080 SUPER still in production?

A: No, the GPU’s production status is end-of-life, with a successor in the GeForce 50 series. The CPU is still active.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory bandwidth?

A: The RTX 4080 SUPER has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, providing 736.3 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival?

A: The CPU’s average benchmark score is exactly equal to the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G (5,002), with a 0% delta. It is 0.1% slower than the Intel Core i3-12300HE and 0.3% slower than the Intel Core i7-1375PRE.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s benchmark suite shows a consistent pattern of mid-pack performance. Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 17,294, and single-core is 2,441. In R20, the scores are 7,263 multi-core and 1,025 single-core. The R15 scores are 1,743 multi-core and 246 single-core. The average benchmark score is 5,002, which places the CPU in the 59th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G, has an identical average score of 5,002, indicating that the i5-13500TE performs at the level of a mid-range APU, not a high-end desktop part.

The GPU’s benchmark performance is far more impressive. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 6,600. The Geekbench OpenCL score is 219,065, and the Vulkan score is 260,075. The PassMark G3D score is 34,245, and the GPU Compute score is 19,822. The average benchmark score is 54,209, placing the GPU in the 86th percentile. Its nearest rival is the RTX 4080, which is 0.1% faster, and the AMD Radeon Pro W5700X, which is 1.1% faster. The combined picture is a system that is GPU-dominant, with the CPU’s performance being roughly 10.8 times lower than the GPU’s average score in raw terms.

The combined percentile of 73 reflects the GPU’s strong position pulling the overall score up, but the CPU’s 59th percentile prevents the system from reaching the top tier. The data shows that in a benchmark context, the GPU will post scores that are competitive with the best cards on the market, while the CPU will post scores that are merely average for a modern desktop part. This disparity is the defining characteristic of the build.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build pairing an Intel Core i5-13500TE (14 cores, 20 threads, Raptor Lake, 35 W TDP) with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER (16 GB GDDR6X, Ada Lovelace, 320 W TDP). The build class is desktop, and the combined percentile is 73, indicating a high overall tier. However, the tier is skewed: the GPU is in the 86th percentile, which is near the top of the range, while the CPU is in the 59th percentile, which is solidly mid-range. This is not a balanced build; it is a GPU-first configuration where the graphics card is the primary investment and the CPU is an efficiency-focused companion.

The CPU’s launch MSRP is $235, and the GPU’s launch MSRP is 999 USD, but the data does not support further price discussion. The GPU is end-of-life, while the CPU is active, meaning that the GPU is a previous-generation product at the end of its cycle. The CPU’s low TDP suggests a system that runs cool and quiet, which is a benefit for desktop use. The overall tier is high due to the GPU, but the CPU holds the system back from being a true enthusiast-class build.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p, the CPU’s single-core score of 2,441 in R23 will be the limiting factor, preventing the GPU from reaching its maximum frame rates. The system is better suited for 1440p and 4K gaming, where the GPU’s 16 GB VRAM and 736.3 GB/s bandwidth can be fully utilized. The GPU’s 86th percentile suggests high frame rates at ultra settings, but the CPU will cap minimum FPS in CPU-heavy scenes.

Streaming: The CPU’s 14 cores and 20 threads can handle software encoding at moderate settings, but the low base clock of 1.30 GHz may cause performance dips. The GPU’s NVENC encoder (implied by the architecture, not specified) would offload the encoding task, making this a viable streaming setup, provided the game is not CPU-bound.

Video editing: GPU-accelerated effects and rendering will be very fast, given the GPU’s 52.22 TFLOPS FP32 and 80 RT cores. However, CPU-based tasks like timeline scrubbing and encoding (using x264) will be slower, as the CPU’s R23 multi-core score of 17,294 is not top-tier. The system is best for editors who use GPU-accelerated workflows.

3D rendering: The GPU’s 45,900 million transistors and 320 tensor cores make it excellent for CUDA-based renderers like Octane or Redshift. The CPU’s 24 MB L3 cache and 14 cores will handle scene preparation, but the actual rendering will be GPU-bound, which is ideal.

Software development: Compilation times will be moderate. The CPU’s multi-core score of 7,263 in R20 is adequate for parallel builds, but not exceptional. The low TDP means the system is efficient for long compile sessions, but developers who compile large codebases will find the CPU a bottleneck.

Student and office work: The system is overkill for this use case, but it will handle all office productivity, web browsing, and multitasking with ease. The CPU’s 35 W TDP and integrated UHD Graphics 770 mean that the discrete GPU can be idle, saving power. This is a quiet, efficient system for general use.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is based on the AD103 chip, built on TSMC’s 5 nm process with 45,900 million transistors on a 379 mm² die. The transistor density is 121.1M per mm². The GPU has 10,240 shading units, 320 texture mapping units, and 112 render output units. It features 80 RT cores and 320 tensor cores, enabling hardware ray tracing and AI acceleration. The base clock is 2,295 MHz, and the boost clock is 2,550 MHz. The memory clock runs at 1,438 MHz, with an effective data rate of 23 Gbps.

The memory subsystem consists of 16 GB of GDDR6X on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 736.3 GB/s. The pixel rate is 285.6 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 816.0 GTexel/s. The FP32 compute performance is 52.22 TFLOPS, with FP16 at the same rate (1:1). The GPU has a TDP of 320 W and requires a 700 W power supply, with a single 16-pin power connector. It is a triple-slot card, measuring 310 mm in length, 140 mm in height, and 61 mm in width. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a.

In benchmarks, the GPU achieves a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 6,600. The Geekbench OpenCL score is 219,065, and the Vulkan score is 260,075. PassMark scores include DirectX 10 at 193, DirectX 11 at 301, DirectX 12 at 134, and DirectX 9 at 381. The G2D score is 1,270, and the G3D score is 34,245. The GPU Compute score is 19,822. The average benchmark score is 54,209, placing it in the 86th percentile. Its nearest rival is the RTX 4080, which is 0.1% faster, and the AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB, which is 2.7% faster. The GPU is end-of-life, with a successor in the GeForce 50 series.

For rendering workloads, the GPU’s high FP32 and FP16 throughput, combined with 320 tensor cores, makes it a powerful compute accelerator. The 80 RT cores provide hardware ray tracing, and the 16 GB VRAM is sufficient for large scenes and high-resolution textures. The 736.3 GB/s bandwidth ensures that the GPU can feed its compute units without stalling. In gaming, the GPU’s 86th percentile ranking indicates it can handle ultra settings at high resolutions. The PassMark DX12 score of 134 is lower than the DX11 score of 301, which may indicate that the GPU’s raw DX12 performance is not as strong as its DX11, but this is a synthetic index. Overall, the GPU is the dominant component in this build, and its performance is the primary reason for the system’s high combined percentile.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13500TE + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

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