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

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83 / 100
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Top 17% 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
76%
VS
GPU
90%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-13500TE

5,002 Benchmark Score
Top 24% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

16,504 Benchmark Score
Top 10% Market Ranking
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0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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Performance Tiers Explained

90-100

Ultimate

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

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70-89

High-End

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

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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

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0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

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The Intel Core i5-13500TE and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 pairing represents a stark contrast in performance tiers. The CPU, with an average benchmark score of 5002, sits at the 59th percentile among all processors, while the GPU, scoring 16504 in 3DMark Steel Nomad, also occupies the 59th percentile among all graphics cards. This alignment in percentile ranking suggests a balanced pairing in relative terms, yet the absolute performance gap between the components is substantial. The data indicates a system where the CPU will frequently be the limiting factor in graphics-intensive workloads, though the specific nature of this bottleneck varies significantly by application type and resolution.

Balance and Bottleneck

The benchmark data reveals a fundamental imbalance between the Core i5-13500TE and the RTX 5090 D V2. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 17294 and single-core score of 2441 place it in the mid-range tier, while the GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 16504 represents top-tier rasterization performance. In gaming scenarios, this configuration will exhibit CPU-bound behavior at lower resolutions, where the graphics card’s immense processing capability outstrips the processor’s ability to feed it frames. The CPU’s 14 cores and 20 threads, running at a base clock of 1300 MHz and boost clock of 4.50 GHz, provide adequate throughput for most applications, but the GPU’s 21760 shading units and 104.8 TFLOPS of FP32 performance create a significant ceiling for frame generation.

The bottleneck manifests differently across workload types. In lightly-threaded tasks like gaming, the single-core performance of 2441 in Cinebench R23 becomes the primary constraint, as the RTX 5090 D V2 can render frames faster than the CPU can issue draw calls. Conversely, in multi-threaded productivity applications, the CPU’s 20 threads offer reasonable parallel processing capability, though the 35W TDP limits sustained performance under heavy loads. The GPU’s 575W TDP, meanwhile, ensures it operates at full capacity without thermal throttling in most desktop chassis, making the CPU the definitive performance ceiling in graphics-bound scenarios. The 59th percentile ranking for both components masks this disparity; the CPU’s percentile reflects its position among all CPUs, while the GPU’s percentile reflects its position among all GPUs, not their relative performance to each other.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming at 1080p or 1440p, this pairing will be CPU-limited in most titles, with the i5-13500TE’s single-core score of 2441 in Cinebench R23 potentially capping frame rates below what the RTX 5090 D V2 can deliver. The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 16504 suggests it can handle extreme frame rates, but the processor’s 14-core/20-thread configuration may struggle to maintain consistent frame pacing in esports titles that favor high clock speeds.

Streaming and content creation benefit from the CPU’s 20 threads, which handle encoding and multitasking efficiently alongside gaming workloads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 17294 indicates solid performance for video encoding and simultaneous streaming, though the 35W TDP may limit sustained all-core boost frequencies during extended sessions.

Video editing in applications like Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve leverages the CPU’s 14 cores for timeline operations and the GPU’s 24 GB of GDDR7 memory for effects processing. The GPU’s 1.34 TB/s memory bandwidth and 680 tensor cores accelerate AI-assisted editing tools, while the CPU’s 24 MB of L3 cache supports efficient data movement between processing units.

3D rendering workloads show the most balanced utilization, with Cinebench R23 scores of 17294 multicore and 2441 singlecore indicating the CPU can handle scene preparation and geometry processing, while the GPU’s 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance accelerates final frame rendering. The 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores provide hardware acceleration for ray-traced and AI-denoised renders.

Software development benefits from the CPU’s 20 threads for parallel compilation and the 24 MB L3 cache for frequently accessed code segments. The GPU’s CUDA cores enable GPU-accelerated testing and simulation, though the CPU’s mid-range position at the 59th percentile may lengthen build times compared to higher-tier processors.

Student and office workloads are well-served by this configuration, with the CPU’s 14 cores handling multitasking and the integrated UHD Graphics 770 providing a fallback for basic display tasks. The GPU’s 24 GB VRAM is excessive for these applications, but the system’s overall performance ensures smooth operation of productivity suites and web-based tools.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13500TE is a 14-core, 20-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, manufactured on Intel’s 10 nm process node. It features a base clock of 1300 MHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz, with a 35W TDP that emphasizes power efficiency over raw performance. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support for workstation reliability. The 24 MB of shared L3 cache and per-core L2 cache of 1.25 MB provide adequate data locality for most workloads.

Benchmark results place this processor at the 59th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 5002. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G, matches this score exactly with a deltaPct of 0, indicating near-identical overall performance. The Intel Core i3-12300HE trails by 0.1%, while the Intel Xeon W-2150B and Intel Core i7-1375PRE follow at 0.2% and 0.3% deltas respectively. This clustering suggests the i5-13500TE sits in a competitive mid-range segment where small performance differences separate closely matched processors.

In Cinebench R15, the CPU scores 1743 multicore and 246 singlecore. The R20 test shows 7263 multicore and 1025 singlecore, while R23 yields 17294 multicore and 2441 singlecore. These scores indicate strong multi-threaded performance relative to single-threaded capability, a characteristic of the 14-core/20-thread configuration with efficiency cores augmenting performance cores. The 10 nm process and 215 mm² die size contribute to the power-efficient design, though the 35W TDP constrains sustained performance under all-core loads.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets users who prioritize GPU-accelerated workloads while maintaining a modest CPU footprint. Gamers at 4K resolution will find the RTX 5090 D V2’s 24 GB VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth sufficient for ultra-texture packs and ray tracing, with the CPU’s 59th percentile ranking providing adequate frame delivery at this resolution where GPU load dominates. Content creators working with 8K video or large 3D scenes benefit from the GPU’s 24 GB memory capacity and 680 tensor cores for AI-enhanced workflows.

Developers building applications with GPU compute requirements can leverage the RTX 5090 D V2’s 21760 shading units and 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance, while the CPU’s 20 threads handle compilation and testing. Students in engineering or data science programs benefit from the system’s capability to run CUDA-accelerated simulations and machine learning models, with the CPU’s ECC memory support ensuring data integrity.

Small business workstations requiring reliable multi-threaded performance for office applications and occasional rendering tasks find the i5-13500TE’s 14 cores adequate for daily operations. The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 16504 indicates professional-grade rendering capability, though the system’s 950W suggested PSU requirement demands a robust power supply infrastructure. Users upgrading from older platforms will appreciate the DDR4 compatibility, allowing reuse of existing memory modules while transitioning to the LGA 1700 socket.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU-GPU combination, as the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps entries. All gaming performance discussion is therefore estimated from benchmark scores and should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Based on the CPU’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2441 and the GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 16504, 1080p gaming will be CPU-bound in most titles. The processor’s 14 cores and 20 threads provide sufficient parallelism for modern game engines, but the 1300 MHz base clock limits minimum frame rates during heavy scene transitions. Esports titles like Counter-Strike or Valorant, which favor high single-thread performance, may see frame rates capped by the CPU’s 59th percentile position.

At 1440p, the balance shifts slightly toward the GPU, with the RTX 5090 D V2’s 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance enabling high detail settings and ray tracing. The GPU’s 170 RT cores accelerate ray-traced effects, while the 24 GB GDDR7 memory prevents texture streaming bottlenecks in open-world games. The CPU’s 24 MB L3 cache helps maintain consistent frame pacing, though the 35W TDP may cause frequency drops during extended gaming sessions.

4K gaming represents the optimal scenario for this pairing, as the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck and the CPU’s performance ceiling is less likely to constrain frame rates. The RTX 5090 D V2’s 1.34 TB/s memory bandwidth and 423.6 GPixel/s pixel rate deliver high-resolution textures and complex shading effects without stutter. The GPU’s 176 ROPs ensure efficient pixel throughput, while the CPU’s 20 threads handle game logic and physics calculations adequately.

FAQ

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this CPU-GPU pairing?

A: The system achieves a combined percentile of 59, matching the individual percentiles of both the CPU and GPU.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-13500TE compare to its nearest rival?

A: The CPU’s average benchmark score of 5002 exactly matches the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G, with a deltaPct of 0, indicating identical overall performance.

Q: What memory types does the i5-13500TE support?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory support for error-checking applications.

Q: What is the power consumption of the RTX 5090 D V2?

A: The GPU has a TDP of 575W, requiring a suggested power supply of 950W and a single 16-pin power connector.

Q: Does the RTX 5090 D V2 support PCIe 5.0?

A: Yes, the GPU uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 bus interface, matching the CPU’s PCIe Gen 5 support with 16 lanes.

Q: What is the GPU’s VRAM capacity and type?

A: The RTX 5090 D V2 features 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 384-bit bus, providing 1.34 TB/s of memory bandwidth.

Q: How many cores does the i5-13500TE have?

A: The CPU has 14 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 1300 MHz and boost clock of 4.50 GHz.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i5-13500TE achieves an average benchmark score of 5002, placing it at the 59th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G, scores identically at 5002 with a deltaPct of 0, followed by the Intel Core i3-12300HE at 4995 (0.1% delta), the Intel Xeon W-2150B at 4992 (0.2% delta), and the Intel Core i7-1375PRE at 4985 (0.3% delta). This tight clustering indicates the CPU sits in a well-populated performance band where competition is fierce.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 scores 16504 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 benchmark, also at the 59th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA T400, scores 16508 with a deltaPct of 0, followed by the AMD Radeon PRO W7500 at 16415 (0.5% delta), the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell at 16408 (0.6% delta), and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT at 16361 (0.9% delta). The GPU’s benchmark score reflects its position in a competitive segment, despite its high-end specifications.

The combined picture shows a system where both components rank at the 59th percentile, suggesting equivalent relative performance within their respective categories. However, the absolute performance difference is vast: the GPU’s 16504 score dwarfs the CPU’s 5002 average, indicating the graphics card is operating at a much higher absolute performance level. This disparity means the CPU will bottleneck the GPU in most graphics-intensive tasks, though the specific impact varies by workload and resolution.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-13500TE uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the GPU uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 interface, ensuring full bandwidth for the RTX 5090 D V2. The 35W CPU TDP and 575W GPU TDP combine to require a suggested power supply of 950W, with the GPU needing a single 16-pin power connector.

A sensible next upgrade for this system would be a higher-tier LGA 1700 processor with more cores and higher clock speeds, though the 35W TDP limitation of the current CPU suggests the motherboard’s power delivery system may not support substantially higher-TDP processors. Alternatively, the DDR4 memory support allows users to retain existing memory modules when upgrading the CPU, reducing the cost of platform migration. The PCIe Gen 5 support ensures future graphics cards and NVMe drives can operate at full bandwidth, providing headroom for storage upgrades.

The GPU’s 575W TDP and 950W suggested PSU requirement leave limited headroom for additional components, suggesting users should prioritize efficiency when selecting other system components. The 24 GB VRAM capacity provides long-term viability for increasingly memory-hungry applications, while the dual-slot form factor and 304 mm length require a case with adequate clearance. The display outputs, including 1x HDMI 2.1b and 3x DisplayPort 2.1b, support multi-monitor configurations for productivity and gaming.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the Intel Core i5-13500TE with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2, representing a mid-range CPU with a high-end GPU. The system achieves a combined percentile of 59, indicating it outperforms 59% of all configurations in the benchmark database. The CPU’s 14 cores and 20 threads provide solid multi-tasking capability, while the GPU’s 24 GB GDDR7 memory and 21760 shading units deliver exceptional graphics performance.

The overall tier of this system is defined by its 59th percentile ranking, placing it in the upper-mid range of desktop configurations. The RTX 5090 D V2, despite being a high-end GPU on paper, ranks at the 59th percentile among GPUs, suggesting the benchmark database includes several faster graphics cards. The i5-13500TE similarly ranks at the 59th percentile among CPUs, creating a system that is consistently mid-to-upper range across both components.

The build class is desktop, confirming this is a stationary system designed for performance rather than portability. The GPU’s dual-slot design and 304 mm length require a full-tower case, while the 950W suggested PSU necessitates a high-capacity power supply. The CPU’s 35W TDP allows for a compact air cooler, though the GPU’s 575W TDP generates significant heat that requires robust case airflow.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 is based on the GB202 chip using the Blackwell 2.0 architecture, manufactured on TSMC’s 5 nm process node. The chip contains 92,200 million transistors on a 750 mm² die, with a transistor density of 122.9M per mm². The GPU operates at a base clock of 2017 MHz and boost clock of 2407 MHz, with memory clocked at 1750 MHz for 28 Gbps effective speed.

The GPU features 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 384-bit bus, providing 1.34 TB/s of memory bandwidth. The 21760 shading units, 680 TMUs, and 176 ROPs deliver a pixel rate of 423.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 1,636.8 GTexel/s. The 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores provide hardware acceleration for ray tracing and AI workloads, with FP32 performance of 104.8 TFLOPS and FP16 performance of 104.8 TFLOPS (1:1).

In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, the GPU scores 16504, placing it at the 59th percentile among all GPUs. The nearest rival, the NVIDIA T400, scores 16508 with a deltaPct of 0, indicating near-identical performance in this benchmark. The AMD Radeon PRO W7500 trails by 0.5%, while the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT follow at 0.6% and 0.9% deltas respectively. This score suggests the GPU delivers solid rasterization performance, though the 59th percentile ranking indicates several faster options exist in the database.

The GPU’s memory bandwidth of 1.34 TB/s supports high-resolution textures and large datasets, while the 24 GB VRAM capacity accommodates 8K rendering and AI model training. The tensor cores accelerate DLSS and other AI-based features, while the RT cores enable real-time ray tracing in supported games. The PCIe 5.0 x16 interface ensures full bandwidth utilization with compatible motherboards, and the display outputs support up to four monitors with HDMI 2.1b and DisplayPort 2.1b connections.