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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13600KF + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090

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Intel Core i5-13600KF

38,103 Benchmark Score

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90-100

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The Intel Core i5-13600KF and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 form a desktop pairing that combines a high-core-count 13th-generation processor with a flagship-tier Ampere graphics card. The data shows this is a capable combination for a wide range of tasks, with the CPU landing in the 86th percentile of all processors and the GPU in the 73rd percentile of all GPUs, resulting in a strong combined percentile of 80. This analysis interprets the benchmark scores to explain what this pairing means for real-world use, from high-refresh gaming to content creation, and identifies where each component excels or potentially limits the other.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13600KF is a 14-core, 20-thread processor built on the Raptor Lake architecture and fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process. Its core configuration is designed for hybrid workloads, with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, and it offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. With a 125 W TDP and an unlocked multiplier, this chip is positioned for performance-conscious builders who are willing to overclock. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

Benchmark results show a processor that scales well with thread count. The 3DMark scores progress from 1084 in single-thread to 2166 in 2-threads, 4282 in 4-threads, 7074 in 8-threads, 9404 in 16-threads, and peak at 10216 in max-threads. This scaling indicates that the CPU can efficiently utilize its 20 threads for multi-threaded applications. In Cinebench, the R23 multicore score of 31727 is particularly strong, while the single-core score of 4479 shows excellent per-thread performance. The Geekbench scores of 17933 for multicore and 2487 for single-core confirm this dual strength. PassMark results show an even split between integer math (122169) and floating-point math (90424), with strong extended instruction scores (28865) and data compression (475505). The average benchmark score of 38103 places this CPU in the 86th percentile of all processors.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the i5-13600KF is effectively at parity. It is 0.1% behind the Intel Core i5-14490F, 0.2% behind the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T, 0.3% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 250, and 0.4% behind the Intel Core i5-13600HX. These deltas are negligible, meaning the i5-13600KF sits in a highly competitive performance tier. For real workloads, the data suggests that the CPU is a strong choice for tasks that benefit from both high single-thread speed and substantial multi-thread throughput. The 24 MB of L3 cache helps with gaming and data-intensive applications, while the 20 threads handle video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation with ease. The lack of integrated graphics is notable, but it is irrelevant in this pairing since a discrete GPU is present.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this exact CPU+GPU combination, so all frame rate discussions are estimates based on the benchmark scores. The data is not measured, and the `measuredFpsUltraByGame` field is empty. Therefore, the following analysis uses the CPU's strong single-thread and multi-thread scores, combined with the GPU's high compute and rendering capabilities, to infer gaming performance.

The RTX 3090's PassMark G3D score of 26645 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5118 indicate a GPU that is well above average, sitting in the 73rd percentile. This suggests that at 1440p and 4K resolutions, the RTX 3090 will be the primary driver of frame rates, especially in graphically demanding titles. The GPU's 24 GB of GDDR6X memory and 936.2 GB/s bandwidth provide ample headroom for high-resolution textures and ray tracing workloads. The CPU's single-thread score of 4118 in PassMark and 1084 in 3DMark single-thread is strong enough to feed the GPU at these resolutions without becoming a bottleneck.

At 1080p, the CPU's performance becomes more critical. The high boost clock of 5.10 GHz and strong single-thread scores suggest that the i5-13600KF can keep up with the RTX 3090 in most titles, but in highly CPU-bound games, the frame rate may be limited by the processor. The 3DMark 8-threads score of 7074 is particularly relevant for modern games that utilize multiple cores. Overall, the estimated frame rates at 1080p should be exceptionally high, potentially exceeding 144 FPS in many esports and competitive titles. At 1440p and 4K, the GPU will dominate, and the system should deliver smooth 60+ FPS experiences in most AAA games, with the RTX 3090's power enabling high settings and ray tracing without significant compromises. These are estimates, not measured results, and actual performance will vary by game and driver optimization.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data shows a system that is well-balanced for high-resolution gaming and productivity, but the bottleneck shifts depending on the workload. The CPU's 86th percentile and the GPU's 73rd percentile indicate that the processor is relatively stronger than the graphics card. In CPU-bound tasks, such as physics calculations, data compression, and software compilation, the i5-13600KF will be the limiting factor. The PassMark physics score of 2226 and data encryption score of 26957 highlight the CPU's computational capabilities, but in these scenarios, the GPU will be underutilized.

In GPU-bound workloads, such as 4K gaming, 3D rendering with ray tracing, and GPU compute, the RTX 3090 will be the primary bottleneck. The GPU's FP32 performance of 35.58 TFLOPS and pixel rate of 189.8 GPixel/s are substantial, but they are lower than the CPU's relative strength. The FPS scaling, as estimated from the benchmark scores, suggests that at 1080p, the CPU may hold back the GPU in some titles, while at 4K, the GPU becomes the clear limiting factor. The combined percentile of 80 reflects a system where neither component is drastically mismatched, but the CPU has a slight edge in relative performance.

For a balanced experience, the data suggests that this pairing is ideal for 1440p gaming, where the CPU can handle the frame pacing and the GPU can render the visuals. In productivity tasks, the balance is more nuanced. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 31727 is excellent for video editing and 3D rendering, while the GPU's compute score of 15356 in PassMark and 172758 in Geekbench OpenCL accelerates CUDA-accelerated workloads. The bottleneck in mixed workloads will depend on whether the task is primarily CPU- or GPU-accelerated.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-13600KF is built on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. This gives builders flexibility in choosing memory, though the dual-channel bus means that bandwidth is not a limiting factor for most applications. The platform supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, which is future-proof for the latest SSDs and GPUs. The CPU's TDP is 125 W, and the GPU's TDP is 350 W, with a suggested PSU of 750 W for the entire system. This suggests that a high-quality 750 W power supply is sufficient, but builders with overclocking ambitions or additional peripherals may want a higher-wattage unit.

The RTX 3090 is a triple-slot card, measuring 336 mm in length, 140 mm in height, and 61 mm in width. This is a large card that requires a spacious case and careful consideration of airflow. The power connector is 1x 12-pin, which may require an adapter for standard PSUs. The GPU is end-of-life, so upgrades would move to a newer generation. The CPU is active in production, so a sensible next upgrade would be a newer 13th-generation or 14th-generation processor on the same socket, provided the motherboard BIOS supports it. The motherboard should have robust VRM cooling to handle the CPU's 125 W TDP and potential overclocking.

The platform's support for ECC memory is a notable feature for workstation builds. The PCIe Gen 5 lanes ensure that future high-bandwidth devices will work at full speed. The upgrade path is straightforward: keep the platform and swap the GPU for a newer model, or keep the GPU and upgrade the CPU to a higher-core-count model. The data shows that the current pairing is well-matched, so a significant upgrade to one component would likely necessitate an upgrade to the other to maintain balance.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i5-13600KF has an average benchmark score of 38103, placing it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival is the Intel Core i5-14490F, which has an average score of 38149, a delta of -0.1%. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 31727 is a standout result, indicating strong multi-threaded performance for its class. The single-core score of 4479 in R23 is equally impressive. The 3DMark max-threads score of 10216 shows that the CPU can maintain performance across all 20 threads. The PassMark multithread score of 37488 and single-thread score of 4118 reinforce the CPU's dual nature.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 has an average benchmark score of 27565, placing it in the 73rd percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile, which has an average score of 27435, a delta of 0.5%. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 26645 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5118 are strong, but the GPU is slightly behind the CPU in relative percentile ranking. The GPU's compute performance is notable, with a PassMark GPU compute score of 15356 and Geekbench OpenCL score of 172758.

The combined picture is a system with a combined percentile of 80, indicating a solidly above-average pairing. The CPU is a top-tier performer in its segment, while the GPU is a strong, though not class-leading, component. The deltaPct values for the CPU's rivals are all negative, meaning the i5-13600KF is slightly behind, but the differences are under 0.5%, which is within the margin of error. For the GPU, the deltas are mixed, with the RTX 4070 Mobile and RX 6700 XT being slightly ahead, and the Radeon Pro Vega 20 and RX 7800M being slightly behind. This indicates that the RTX 3090 is in a competitive but crowded performance bracket.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 80, meaning it outperforms 80% of all tested desktop configurations.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-13600KF compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14490F?

A: The i5-13600KF is 0.1% behind the i5-14490F in average benchmark score, with scores of 38103 and 38149, respectively.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the RTX 3090?

A: The RTX 3090 has a memory bandwidth of 936.2 GB/s, using 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-13600KF supports ECC memory.

Q: What is the suggested power supply wattage for this system?

A: The suggested PSU is 750 W, based on the CPU's 125 W TDP and the GPU's 350 W TDP.

Q: What is the process node for the RTX 3090?

A: The RTX 3090 is fabricated on an 8 nm process by Samsung, with 28,300 million transistors.

Q: What is the CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score?

A: The Cinebench R23 multicore score is 31727.

Who Should Build It

This CPU+GPU pairing is targeted at users who need a balanced system for high-refresh gaming and demanding productivity tasks. Gamers at 1440p resolution will find this combination ideal, as the CPU's strong single-thread performance and the GPU's high rendering power will deliver smooth, high-detail experiences. At 4K, the GPU becomes the primary driver, and the system is capable of handling AAA titles with ray tracing enabled. The RTX 3090's 24 GB of VRAM is beneficial for content creators working with large textures, 3D scenes, or video editing timelines.

Content creators, including video editors and 3D artists, will benefit from the CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 31727 and the GPU's compute performance. The combination of 14 cores and 20 threads with the GPU's CUDA acceleration is well-suited for rendering and encoding workloads. Software developers compiling large codebases will see strong performance from the CPU's PassMark integer math score of 122169. Students and small business users will find this system overkill for basic office tasks but capable of handling any future workload without compromise. The ECC memory support makes it a viable option for workstation builds where data integrity is critical.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the Intel Core i5-13600KF with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090. The CPU is a 14-core, 20-thread Raptor Lake processor with a 5.10 GHz boost clock, while the GPU is an Ampere-based card with 10496 shading units and 24 GB of GDDR6X memory. The combined percentile of 80 places this system in the upper tier of desktop configurations. The CPU's 86th percentile and the GPU's 73rd percentile indicate that the processor is the stronger component relative to its peers. This is a high-end pairing suitable for enthusiasts and professionals. The GPU is end-of-life, but its performance remains competitive, as evidenced by its benchmark scores. The build class is desktop, and the system is designed for stationary use with a triple-slot GPU that requires ample case space.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p and 1440p, the CPU's strong single-thread score of 4118 and the GPU's high G3D score of 26645 should drive frame rates well above 144 FPS in competitive titles, making this a capable esports platform. At 4K, the GPU's 24 GB VRAM and 936.2 GB/s bandwidth will maintain high settings, though frame rates will be lower.

Streaming: The CPU's 20 threads and Cinebench R23 multicore score of 31727 provide ample headroom for encoding a stream while gaming, and the GPU's NVENC capabilities (implied by its architecture) offload this work. The system can handle the simultaneous load of a game and streaming software without significant frame drops.

Video editing: The CPU's multicore performance accelerates timeline rendering and export, while the GPU's compute score of 15356 in PassMark and 172758 in Geekbench OpenCL speeds up effects and color grading. The 24 GB VRAM is sufficient for 4K and 8K footage.

3D rendering: The CPU's Cinebench R20 multicore score of 13325 is strong for CPU-based rendering, and the GPU's FP32 performance of 35.58 TFLOPS accelerates GPU-based renderers. This pairing can handle complex scenes with ray tracing.

Software development: The CPU's PassMark integer math score of 122169 and data compression score of 475505 indicate fast compilation and data processing. The 20 threads allow for parallel builds, and the ECC memory support ensures data integrity for long-running tasks.

Student and office work: This system is exceptionally over-powered for document editing and web browsing. The CPU's single-thread performance ensures snappy application responsiveness, but the high TDP of both components makes this an inefficient choice for basic office tasks. It is better suited for engineering or data science students running simulations or local AI models.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13600KF + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090

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