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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13600HX + AMD Radeon 760M

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88 Score

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88 / 100

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Top 12% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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System Balance Analysis

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CPU

92%

GPU

83%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i5-13600HX

38,261 Benchmark Score

Top 8% Market Ranking

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AMD Radeon 760M

6,019 Benchmark Score

Top 17% Market Ranking

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30-60

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60-85

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85-100

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90-100

Ultimate

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

4K 60+ FPS VR Ready

70-89

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

1440p Ultra 4K High

50-69

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

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30-49

Entry Level

1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports

0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

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The Intel Core i5-13600HX paired with the AMD Radeon 760M is a laptop configuration that presents a stark contrast in capability between its central processor and its integrated graphics. The CPU is a high-performance mobile part, while the GPU is an entry-level integrated solution. This analysis examines the data from the FACT PACK to determine the realistic usage scenarios, platform considerations, and overall system balance.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: The data does not support this as a viable scenario. The AMD Radeon 760M's Passmark G3D score of 5310 places it at the 35th percentile of all GPUs, a clear indicator of entry-level performance. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 400 reinforces this, suggesting that the GPU will be the primary bottleneck in any modern game. Frame rates at high refresh rates (above 60 FPS) are not realistic for demanding titles, as the GPU's compute and fillrate capabilities are too limited to feed a high-refresh display in most scenarios.

Streaming: The system is technically capable of streaming, but the experience will be heavily constrained by the GPU. The CPU, with a Passmark Single Thread score of 3684 and a Multi-Thread score of 28280, has ample headroom to handle the encoding workload of software-based streaming. However, the Radeon 760M's low performance means that the game itself will likely run at low settings and resolutions to achieve playable frame rates. The data suggests that streaming older or less demanding games at 720p or 1080p with a software encoder is feasible, but the overall quality will be limited by the GPU's ability to render and encode simultaneously.

Video Editing: The CPU is the strong point here. Its Cinebench R23 Multi-Core score of 23422 is a strong result, indicating excellent performance for tasks like video decoding, timeline scrubbing, and effect processing that are heavily threaded. The Passmark Floating Point Math score of 70618 is also a positive indicator for rendering and filter applications. However, the Radeon 760M's 5.323 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and its 16 ROPs will significantly slow down GPU-accelerated effects, preview rendering, and final export, especially with modern codecs. The system is best suited for 1080p editing with light effects, where the CPU can do the heavy lifting.

3D Rendering: This is a mixed scenario. For CPU-based rendering (e.g., in Blender's Cycles or V-Ray), the Core i5-13600HX is a formidable processor. Its Cinebench R23 Multi-Core score of 23422 and Passmark Integer Math score of 97126 will produce strong performance. Conversely, GPU-based renderers will be severely hampered. The Radeon 760M's low shader count (512) and FP32 performance (5.323 TFLOPS) put it in a position where it will be far slower than even entry-level discrete graphics cards. The data indicates a system that can handle final-frame CPU rendering but will struggle with interactive viewport rendering or GPU-accelerated denoising.

Software Development: The CPU's architecture makes this an excellent productivity tool for developers. The 14 cores and 20 threads provide substantial parallelism for build systems and compilation tasks, which is reflected in the high Cinebench R23 Multi-Core score. The Passmark Data Compression score of 328686 is particularly relevant for tasks like packaging and version control operations. The single-threaded performance, evidenced by the Cinebench R23 Single-Core score of 3306, ensures snappy responsiveness in code editors and IDEs. The integrated GPU is sufficient for a multi-monitor desktop setup and 2D interface rendering, but it will not accelerate machine learning model training or local inference tasks effectively, given its Passmark GPU Compute score of 2840.

Student and Office Work: For this workload, the system is overwhelmingly capable. The CPU's high single-thread performance ensures that office suites, web browsers, and productivity applications will run flawlessly. The Passmark Data Encryption score of 19289 indicates strong performance for security protocols like VPNs and full-disk encryption, which are common in academic environments. The integrated Radeon 760M is more than adequate for 2D desktop compositing, video playback, and basic image editing. The system will handle virtual desktop infrastructure and heavy multitasking without strain, making it a very potent workstation for academic tasks.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built around the Intel BGA 1964 socket, which is a mobile package. This means the CPU is soldered to the motherboard and is not upgradeable in a traditional sense. A sensible next upgrade would be to a system with a more powerful discrete GPU, as the current configuration's primary limitation is the integrated graphics. The CPU itself has a TDP of 55 W, which is a high value for a mobile processor, indicating the system is designed to handle significant thermal output. The suggested PSU for the GPU is null, which is expected for an integrated part, but the CPU's power draw means the laptop's power adapter must be substantial. The platform supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, and the memory bus is dual-channel. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes, which are used for the discrete GPU and NVMe storage, while the integrated Radeon 760M uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface. The presence of ECC memory support suggests this platform could be used in a professional or workstation context, which aligns with the CPU's high multi-core performance.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13600HX is a 14-core, 20-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The cache hierarchy is significant, with 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. This setup is designed for high multi-threaded throughput, which is confirmed by its benchmark results. The Cinebench R23 Multi-Core score of 23422 is a strong figure, placing it in the upper echelon of mobile processors. Its average benchmark score of 38261 puts it at the 86th percentile of all CPUs, a very high ranking. The nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 250, which is 0.1% behind, and the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, which is 0.1% ahead. This indicates that the i5-13600HX is competitive with much more expensive and power-hungry parts. The Passmark Single Thread score of 3684 is also excellent, ensuring that the processor is not just a multi-core monster but also responsive in everyday tasks. The data shows a processor with a balanced profile, capable of handling both heavily parallel workloads and latency-sensitive single-threaded applications.

FAQ

Q: How does the Core i5-13600HX compare to its closest rivals?

A: The data shows it is in a very tight pack at the top. It is 0.1% faster than the AMD Ryzen 7 250 and 0.2% faster than the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T. It is 0.1% slower than the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H and 0.2% slower than the Intel Core 9 270H. This places it in the same performance class as these other top-tier mobile processors.

Q: What is the performance tier of the AMD Radeon 760M?

A: The Radeon 760M sits at the 35th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 6019. This is a low ranking, indicating entry-level performance. It is slightly faster than the AMD Radeon RX 6400 (0.3% delta) and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770M (0.3% delta), but slightly slower than the NVIDIA Quadro P2000 (-0.5% delta).

Q: Can the Radeon 760M handle hardware ray tracing?

A: The GPU features 8 dedicated RT cores. While it supports the technology, the overall compute performance is low. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 400 suggests that enabling ray tracing in modern games will result in very low frame rates, likely making it impractical for real-time use.

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this CPU+GPU pair?

A: The combined system percentile is 61. This is lower than the CPU's individual 86th percentile but higher than the GPU's 35th percentile, reflecting the significant performance imbalance between the two components.

Q: Does this CPU support overclocking?

A: Yes, the data lists the multiplier as unlocked. This allows for overclocking on supported motherboards, although in a laptop (BGA 1964 socket), the thermal headroom is often limited.

Q: What is the process node for the CPU and GPU?

A: The Intel Core i5-13600HX is manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process. The AMD Radeon 760M is manufactured on TSMC's 4 nm process.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the CPU?

A: The launch MSRP for the Intel Core i5-13600HX is $284.

Who Should Build It

This configuration is a niche pairing best suited for users who need extreme CPU performance but have minimal 3D graphics requirements. The target user is a software developer, data analyst, or researcher who runs heavy multi-threaded simulations, code compilations, or data processing tasks. The CPU's 86th percentile ranking and high Cinebench R23 Multi-Core score of 23422 make it ideal for these workflows. For gamers, the system is only suitable for those playing older titles or esports games at 720p or 1080p with low settings, as the GPU's 35th percentile ranking will limit performance. It is not a system for content creators who rely on GPU acceleration for video editing or 3D rendering, as those tasks will be bottlenecked by the Radeon 760M. Students and office workers in technical fields will find the CPU's speed invaluable for compiling code, running virtual machines, or analyzing large datasets, while the integrated GPU is perfectly adequate for their 2D display needs. The system acts as a high-performance workstation where the graphics solution is an afterthought.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon 760M is an integrated graphics processor based on the RDNA 3.0 architecture, built on TSMC's 4 nm process. It features 512 shading units, 32 TMUs, and 16 ROPs. The boost clock is 2599 MHz, which translates to a pixel rate of 41.58 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 83.17 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 5.323 TFLOPS. It has 8 RT cores for ray tracing support. The memory is system shared, meaning its bandwidth and size are dependent on the system's RAM. This is a significant limitation, as it will share bandwidth with the CPU. The GPU's benchmark scores confirm its low-end status. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 20255 and Vulkan score of 30336 are modest. The Passmark G3D score of 5310 and the 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 400 place it at the 35th percentile of all GPUs. The nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon RX 6400 (0.3% faster) and the NVIDIA GTX 770M (0.3% faster), which are both older or entry-level discrete parts. For rendering, the GPU can handle basic 2D compositing and video decode, but its low ROP count and shader throughput will cause significant slowdowns in any 3D application or GPU-accelerated renderer.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance data shows a massive imbalance. The CPU is a top-tier performer, sitting at the 86th percentile, while the GPU is at the 35th percentile. This creates a clear bottleneck scenario where the Radeon 760M is the limiting factor for any graphics-intensive workload. In gaming, the GPU will be the sole determinant of frame rates; even a less powerful CPU could deliver the same gaming performance. The CPU's high Passmark Multi-Thread score of 28280 and Cinebench R23 Multi-Core score of 23422 will sit idle while waiting for the GPU to render frames. Conversely, in CPU-bound tasks like code compilation or data compression (Passmark score of 328686), the GPU is irrelevant, and the system will perform at a very high level. The system is well-balanced for productivity tasks that rely on the CPU, but it is severely unbalanced for any task that relies on 3D graphics. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 400 is a clear indicator that the GPU will choke on any demanding 3D workload, negating the CPU's power.

Build Overview

This is a laptop build featuring the Intel Core i5-13600HX (Raptor Lake-HX) and the AMD Radeon 760M (RDNA 3.0) integrated graphics. The pairing is an "all-CPU, no-GPU" design, typical of a high-performance productivity ultrabook or a small-form-factor desktop replacement. The overall tier is mid-range, as indicated by the combined percentile of 61. This is a significant drop from the CPU's individual 86th percentile, showing that the GPU pulls the entire system down in any graphics-related benchmark. The system is a powerhouse for CPU-centric tasks but is fundamentally a non-gaming machine. It represents a platform where the processing power is the primary focus, and the graphics are an afterthought for basic display output.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU demonstrates excellent performance. Its average benchmark score is 38261, placing it at the 86th percentile of all CPUs. Key results include a Cinebench R23 Multi-Core score of 23422 and a Single-Core score of 3306. The Passmark Single Thread score is 3684, and the Multi-Thread score is 28280. These figures show a processor that is within 0.2% of the top-tier competitors in its class. The GPU is at the opposite end of the spectrum. Its average benchmark score is 6019, placing it at the 35th percentile. The Passmark G3D score is 5310, and the 3DMark Steel Nomad score is 400. The combined picture is one of extreme contrast: a top-quartile CPU paired with a bottom-quartile GPU. The system's combined percentile of 61 reflects this split, indicating that it is an average system overall, but for very different reasons on each component.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The following frame rate expectations are estimated from the benchmark scores. The Radeon 760M's low Passmark G3D score of 5310 and 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 400 suggest that gaming performance will be very limited. At 1080p with ultra settings, demanding modern games will likely run at less than 30 FPS, with the GPU being the primary bottleneck. For esports titles like CS:GO or Valorant, which are less demanding, the system might achieve playable frame rates (60+ FPS) at 1080p with low-to-medium settings. At 720p, performance will be better, but the system is not designed for high-refresh gaming. Users should expect to significantly lower graphical settings and resolutions to achieve a smooth experience. The CPU will not be a limiting factor in gaming, as its high single-thread score of 3684 ensures it can feed frames to the GPU. This is a system where gaming is possible but only at the lowest fidelity settings.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13600HX + AMD Radeon 760M

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