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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13600H + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile

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Intel Core i5-13600H

30,548 Benchmark Score

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile

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The Intel Core i5-13600H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile is a laptop configuration that delivers a distinctly split personality: the CPU is a strong performer ranking in the 82nd percentile among all processors, while the GPU sits much lower at the 44th percentile among all graphics cards. This pairing results in a system where the processor is clearly the dominant component, capable of driving demanding productivity and creative workloads, but the graphics card will be the limiting factor in gaming and GPU-accelerated tasks. Benchmark data shows the CPU outperforms its nearest rivals by a narrow but consistent margin, while the GPU is statistically tied with older desktop cards like the GeForce GTX 460 v2, indicating a significant performance gap between the two components. This build is best understood as a capable all-rounder for professional and academic work, with gaming potential that is modest and best suited to lower resolutions and settings. The following analysis draws exclusively from the provided benchmark scores to interpret what this combination means for real-world usage.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 3050 A Mobile is not suited for high-refresh gaming at demanding settings. Its PassMark G3D score of 11664 places it in the 44th percentile of all GPUs, and its nearest rival, the GeForce GTX 460 v2, is a card from a much older generation. The GPU’s DirectX 12 benchmark score of 55 and DirectX 11 score of 94 indicate modest DirectX performance, which translates to frame rates that will struggle to reach the 144Hz or 240Hz territory. The CPU, however, with a PassMark single-thread score of 3631 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1750, is more than capable of feeding frames quickly in less demanding titles, but the GPU will bottleneck any push for high refresh rates in graphically intensive games. The data suggests that high-refresh gaming is only viable in esports titles at low settings, and even then, the 44th percentile GPU position means frame rates will be inconsistent.

Streaming: The CPU’s 12 cores and 16 threads, combined with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12402, provide enough headroom for software encoding while gaming. The PassMark multi-thread score of 23304 and data encryption score of 16061 further support the CPU’s ability to handle concurrent workloads. However, the RTX 3050 A Mobile does include 14 RT cores and 56 tensor cores, which could be used for hardware-accelerated encoding, but its overall compute performance is limited, as shown by a PassMark GPU compute score of 4419. The data indicates that streaming is viable with the CPU handling the encoding workload, but the GPU’s low percentile rank means that gameplay quality will be compromised. The 4 GB GDDR6 memory with a 128-bit bus and 192.0 GB/s bandwidth also limits the ability to run a game and encoding tasks simultaneously without stuttering.

Video editing: The CPU is the star here. A Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12402 and a PassMark floating-point math score of 57618 indicate strong processing power for video codecs and effects. The 18 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB per-core L2 cache help with data-heavy tasks. The GPU’s 192.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 4.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance can assist with GPU-accelerated effects, but its 44th percentile ranking means that heavy GPU-accelerated rendering will be slow. The PassMark data compression score of 267936 is particularly high, suggesting efficient handling of compressed video formats. For 1080p editing with light effects, this is workable, but 4K timelines or heavy color grading will strain the GPU, making the CPU the primary workhorse.

3D rendering: The CPU’s multi-core performance shines in CPU-based rendering. The Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 1249 and R20 score of 5208 are respectable for a mobile processor, indicating that CPU rendering in applications like Blender (Cycles) or V-Ray will be reasonably fast. The PassMark integer math score of 78658 and extended instructions score of 15817 show strong arithmetic throughput. The GPU, however, with only 4.813 TFLOPS FP32 and a PassMark G3D score of 11664, is weak for GPU-accelerated rendering. The 4 GB VRAM will also be a hard limit for scenes with high texture memory requirements. The data suggests that this build is fine for CPU-based rendering of small to medium scenes, but GPU rendering will be a bottleneck, and the 44th GPU percentile confirms it is not a professional rendering tool.

Software development: The CPU’s 12 cores and 16 threads, with a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, provide a strong foundation for compiling code. The PassMark multi-thread score of 23304 and single-thread score of 3631 indicate that both parallel builds and single-threaded tasks like code analysis will perform well. The 18 MB L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 memory support (though data on bandwidth is not provided) help with large codebases. The GPU is largely irrelevant for most development tasks, except for shader compilation or local machine learning, where the tensor cores might help but are limited by the low compute score of 4419. The data indicates this is a solid development machine, with the CPU ranking in the 82nd percentile, far outpacing the GPU’s 44th percentile.

Student and office work: This is where the build excels. The CPU’s single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1750, PassMark single-thread score of 3631) ensures snappy responsiveness in office suites, web browsers, and coding IDEs. The integrated Iris Xe Graphics 80EU provides a fallback for display output, though the dedicated GPU is present. The 45W TDP is typical for a mobile processor, balancing performance with battery life. The PassMark data compression and encryption scores (267936 and 16061, respectively) indicate efficient handling of file archiving and secure connections. For a student or office worker, this build offers more CPU power than needed, but the GPU is underutilized, making it a slightly overkill yet capable choice for document editing, spreadsheet analysis, and light multitasking.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact combination of the Intel Core i5-13600H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile. The benchmark database contains no entries for measuredFpsUltraByGame, so all frame rate discussions below are estimates based solely on the CPU’s and GPU’s benchmark scores. The GPU’s PassMark G3D score of 11664 and its 44th percentile rank suggest that gaming performance will be modest, roughly on par with older mid-range desktop cards like the GeForce GTX 460 v2, which is its nearest rival. The DirectX 12 score of 55 and DirectX 11 score of 94 indicate that modern APIs will be handled adequately but not exceptionally.

At 1080p resolution with ultra settings, the GPU is likely to deliver frame rates in the 30-60 FPS range for older or less demanding titles, but newer AAA games will likely fall below 30 FPS. The 4 GB VRAM is a significant constraint, as modern games often exceed this at ultra textures. The DirectX 9 score of 152 suggests that older games will run better, but that is not a practical metric for current gaming. The CPU’s strong single-thread and multi-thread scores (Cinebench R23 1750 single-core, 12402 multi-core) mean that frame rates will be GPU-limited in almost all scenarios, as the processor can handle the game logic and physics easily.

At 1440p, the GPU is likely to struggle even more, with frame rates dropping below playable levels in most modern titles. The 128-bit memory bus and 192.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for high-resolution textures. At 4K, this build is not viable for gaming, as the GPU’s low compute and memory bandwidth will result in single-digit frame rates. The data suggests that the realistic gaming sweet spot is 1080p with medium to low settings, where the GPU might achieve 40-60 FPS in well-optimized games. The CPU will never be the bottleneck; instead, the GPU’s 44th percentile ranking and its rivals (GTX 460 v2, Quadro P2200) confirm its modest gaming pedigree.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data clearly indicates a significant imbalance between the CPU and GPU. The CPU ranks in the 82nd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 30548, while the GPU ranks in the 44th percentile with an average score of 8746. This means the CPU is roughly 3.5 times more powerful relative to its peer group than the GPU is relative to its peer group. The combined percentile for the build is 63, which is pulled down by the weak GPU.

In gaming workloads, the GPU is the definitive bottleneck. The CPU’s strong single-thread performance (PassMark 3631) and multi-thread performance (23304) mean it can easily feed the GPU with draw calls and physics calculations. The GPU’s PassMark G3D score of 11664 is the limiting factor, as it determines the pixel fill rate and shader throughput. The GPU’s pixel rate of 42.98 GPixel/s and texture rate of 75.21 GTexel/s are low by modern standards, leading to frame rate drops in graphically intense scenes. The FPS scaling from 1080p to 1440p would show a steep drop, as the GPU’s memory bandwidth (192.0 GB/s) becomes insufficient.

In productivity workloads, the CPU is the primary driver, and the GPU is only occasionally used. For tasks like video editing, the CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12402 handles most of the encoding, while the GPU’s compute score of 4419 is only used for specific effects. In 3D rendering, the CPU’s multi-core performance dominates, but the GPU’s weak compute means that GPU-accelerated rendering is far slower. The data suggests that in all workloads, the CPU is underutilized when paired with this GPU, as the GPU cannot keep up with the CPU’s output. The only scenario where the GPU is not a bottleneck is pure CPU-bound tasks like software compilation or office work, where the GPU is idle.

The bottleneck is unequivocally the GPU. Upgrading the GPU would improve gaming and GPU-accelerated tasks, but the CPU has plenty of headroom. The CPU’s nearest rivals (Intel Core Ultra 5 225T, Intel Core i9-11980HK, AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS) all have average scores within 0.6% of the i5-13600H, confirming that the CPU is a solid performer. The GPU’s nearest rivals (GTX 460 v2, Quadro P2200) are all older or lower-tier cards, confirming its weak position.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who need strong CPU performance for productivity but do not prioritize gaming. The 82nd percentile CPU ranking makes it suitable for content creators who work with video editing, 3D modeling, and software development, as the CPU’s multi-core scores (Cinebench R23 12402, PassMark multi-thread 23304) handle these tasks efficiently. The GPU, while weak, can still assist with light GPU-accelerated effects, but the 44th percentile ranking means it is not for professionals who rely on GPU rendering.

Gamers at 1080p with low to medium settings will find this build acceptable, but those seeking high-refresh or high-detail gaming should look elsewhere. The GPU’s 4 GB VRAM and 192.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for modern AAA titles at ultra settings. Students and office workers will benefit from the CPU’s fast single-thread performance (PassMark 3631) for everyday tasks, and the 45W TDP is reasonable for a laptop. However, the dedicated GPU is overkill for such tasks, as the integrated Iris Xe Graphics 80EU could handle them.

Small business workstations that run CPU-intensive applications like data analysis, financial modeling, or database management will find the CPU’s PassMark data compression score of 267936 and encryption score of 16061 highly valuable. The build is less suited for machine learning or AI workloads, as the GPU’s compute score of 4419 is low, despite having 56 tensor cores. The data suggests that this build is a productivity-first machine, with gaming as a secondary, low-priority use case. The combined percentile of 63 reflects this balanced but GPU-limited profile.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU benchmarks are strong across the board. In Cinebench R23, the multi-core score of 12402 and single-core score of 1750 place the i5-13600H in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. The PassMark multi-thread score of 23304 and single-thread score of 3631 corroborate this, showing a balanced core design. The CPU’s average benchmark score of 30548 is slightly higher than its nearest rivals: the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T (30468, 0.3% slower), the Intel Core i9-11980HK (30422, 0.4% slower), the AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS (30390, 0.5% slower), and the AMD Ryzen 7 7736U (30364, 0.6% slower). This indicates the i5-13600H is a top-tier mobile processor, edging out even a previous-generation i9.

The GPU benchmarks are much weaker. The PassMark G3D score of 11664 places it in the 44th percentile, and its average benchmark score of 8746 is nearly identical to the GeForce GTX 460 v2 (8743, 0% difference), slightly higher than the Quadro P2200 (8686, 0.7% faster), but lower than the Radeon R9 M265X (8851, -1.2%) and Radeon Pro WX 5100 (8863, -1.3%). This puts the RTX 3050 A Mobile in the company of much older desktop cards, highlighting its low performance tier. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 52998 is moderate, but the DirectX 12 score of 55 and DirectX 11 score of 94 are low, indicating poor API utilization.

The combined picture is one of a high-end CPU paired with a low-end GPU. The CPU’s 82nd percentile ranking is a standout, while the GPU’s 44th percentile drags the combined percentile to 63. The CPU’s Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 5208 and R15 multi-core score of 1249 show consistent performance across versions, suggesting good thermal headroom. The GPU’s PassMark G2D score of 526 is low for a dedicated card, indicating weak 2D acceleration. In summary, this is a CPU-first build, and the benchmark data consistently shows that the GPU is the weakest link.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket, which is a mobile platform, meaning the CPU is soldered and not upgradeable. The socket supports the Raptor Lake architecture, and the CPU has a 45W TDP, which is typical for a 13th-gen mobile processor. The memory support is DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode, allowing for flexible memory configurations, though the exact bandwidth is not specified in the data. The PCIe interface is Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only), which provides high bandwidth for future devices, but the GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x8, which is sufficient for its performance level.

The GPU is also a mobile component (buildClass: laptop) and is not upgradeable. It has a 45W TDP and no power connectors, as it is an integrated-on-package design (slotWidth: IGP). The suggested PSU is null, indicating that power supply upgrades are not applicable for a laptop. The GPU is marked as end-of-life, with a release date of 2023-12-31, so there is no future support. The CPU is still active in production.

For a sensible next upgrade, since neither component is replaceable in a laptop, the user would need to consider a new laptop. However, the data suggests that the CPU has headroom, so a future laptop with the same CPU but a stronger GPU would be a logical upgrade. The 4 GB GDDR6 memory on the GPU is a limitation, and newer GPUs with more memory and higher bandwidth (e.g., 192.0 GB/s is low) would improve gaming and GPU compute. The PCIe Gen 5 support on the CPU means that future GPUs with PCIe Gen 5 would be partially bottlenecked by the current GPU’s PCIe 4.0 x8 interface. The platform is otherwise solid, with support for modern memory and I/O, but the laptop form factor limits upgrades to a full system replacement.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13600H is a 12-core, 16-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, manufactured on Intel’s 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 2.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, with a 45W TDP. 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 is typical for a high-end mobile CPU, and the benchmarks confirm its strength. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12402 is competitive, and the single-core score of 1750 is excellent for a laptop chip. The PassMark multi-thread score of 23304 and single-thread score of 3631 further validate its balanced performance.

In real workloads, the CPU excels at multi-threaded tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation. The PassMark data compression score of 267936 is particularly high, indicating fast file archiving and database operations. The data encryption score of 16061 shows good security performance, and the extended instructions score of 15817 supports modern SIMD workloads. The floating-point math score of 57618 and integer math score of 78658 are strong, making it suitable for scientific computing and financial modeling. The CPU’s 82nd percentile ranking means it outperforms the vast majority of CPUs, including desktop chips from previous generations.

The 18 MB of L3 cache is shared across all cores, which helps with data locality in multi-threaded applications. The memory support for DDR4 and DDR5 allows for cost-effective or high-bandwidth configurations, though the data does not specify bandwidth. The integrated Iris Xe Graphics 80EU provides a backup for display output, but the dedicated GPU is the primary. The CPU’s nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T and AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS, are within 0.6% in average score, but the i5-13600H edges them out, making it a top choice for mobile productivity. The data confirms this is a powerful CPU that will not be a bottleneck in any workload.

Build Overview

This build combines the Intel Core i5-13600H with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile in a laptop form factor (buildClass: laptop). The CPU is a 13th-gen Raptor Lake processor with 12 cores and 16 threads, ranking in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. The GPU is an Ampere-based mobile card with 4 GB GDDR6 memory, ranking in the 44th percentile of all GPUs. The combined percentile is 63, indicating an overall mid-to-high tier system, but with a significant imbalance toward CPU performance.

The CPU’s average benchmark score of 30548 is more than three times the GPU’s average score of 8746, highlighting the disparity. The CPU is a top-tier mobile part, while the GPU is a low-tier mobile part, roughly equivalent to a desktop GTX 460 v2. This pairing is best described as a productivity laptop with modest gaming capability. The CPU handles demanding professional tasks with ease, but the GPU limits gaming to 1080p at low-to-medium settings. The build is not suitable for high-refresh gaming, 4K gaming, or professional GPU rendering. It is, however, an excellent choice for software development, video editing (CPU-based), and office work. The launch MSRP of the CPU is $311, which is a reasonable price for its performance, but the GPU has no listed MSRP. Overall, this is a balanced system for productivity, with the GPU being the component that defines its limitations.

FAQ

Q: How does the CPU performance compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i5-13600H has an average benchmark score of 30548, which is 0.3% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T (30468), 0.4% higher than the Intel Core i9-11980HK (30422), 0.5% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS (30390), and 0.6% higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 7736U (30364). This indicates it is marginally faster than all of them.

Q: What is the GPU performance tier?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile ranks in the 44th percentile of all GPUs, with a PassMark G3D score of 11664. Its average benchmark score of 8746 is nearly identical to the GeForce GTX 460 v2 (8743, 0% difference), making it comparable to a much older desktop card.

Q: Is this build good for high-refresh gaming?

A: No. The GPU’s 44th percentile ranking and low DirectX 12 score of 55 indicate it cannot sustain high frame rates at 1080p ultra settings. The CPU is capable, but the GPU is the bottleneck, making high-refresh gaming unrealistic for modern titles.

Q: Can the CPU handle video editing?

A: Yes. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12402 and PassMark floating-point math score of 57618 indicate strong processing power for video codecs. The GPU can assist with effects but is limited by its 4 GB VRAM and low compute score of 4419.

Q: What is the memory and storage support?

A: The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode. The PCIe interface is Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while the GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x8. No specific storage interfaces are mentioned in the data.

Q: Is the GPU upgradeable?

A: No. This is a laptop build (buildClass: laptop), and the GPU is an integrated-on-package design (slotWidth: IGP) with no power connectors. The GPU is also marked as end-of-life, so it is not replaceable.

Q: What is the combined performance percentile?

A: The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pairing is 63, which is between the CPU’s 82nd percentile and the GPU’s 44th percentile. This indicates a mid-to-high tier system, but the GPU significantly drags down the overall score.

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