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Rate My PC: Intel Core i5-13600KF + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER

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Intel Core i5-13600KF

38,103 Benchmark Score

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2,690 Benchmark Score

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The Intel Core i5-13600KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER is a desktop configuration that sits in the middle of the performance spectrum. The combined percentile of 52 indicates this pairing is positioned at the median of all tested CPU and GPU combinations. The processor is a clear high performer, ranking in the 86th percentile among all CPUs, while the graphics card presents a conflicting signal with an 18th percentile ranking that is heavily skewed by a single benchmark result. There are no measured FPS rows for this exact combination in the data; all performance projections for gaming workloads are estimated from the individual component benchmark scores.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i5-13600KF is a 14-core, 20-thread processor built on the Raptor Lake architecture. It uses a hybrid design, though the data does not explicitly separate performance and efficiency cores. The base clock is 3.50 GHz, and it boosts up to 5.10 GHz. The processor is manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process node and has a die size of 257 mm². The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 24 MB L3 cache.

Benchmark results show a scalable performance curve that tracks thread count increases. The 3dMark test scores progress from 1084 in single-thread, 2166 in 2-thread, 4282 in 4-thread, 7074 in 8-thread, and peak at 10216 in max-thread. The 16-thread score is 9404, which is close to the max-thread result, indicating the processor provides near-peak throughput once more than 16 threads are utilized. This suggests the additional threads beyond 16 provide diminishing returns, typical for a hybrid architecture with a limited number of high-performance cores.

In multi-core synthetic workloads, the processor delivers strong absolute numbers. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 31727 and Geekbench multi-core score of 17933 reflect a chip that can handle heavy parallel workloads. The single-core performance is equally robust, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4479 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2487, indicating strong responsiveness in lightly threaded tasks.

The PassMark suite provides insight into specific workload characteristics. The integer math score of 122169 and floating point math score of 90424 are high, suggesting strong general arithmetic capability. Data encryption scores 26957, while extended instructions and random string sorting score 28865 and 50851 respectively. The data compression score of 475505 is particularly high, indicating excellent throughput for archiving and compression tasks. However, the prime number finding score of 152 is notably low, which suggests the processor is less efficient in specific low-level mathematical loops.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the i5-13600KF is effectively tied with the Intel Core i5-14490F, showing a delta of -0.1%. It is also within 0.4% of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T, AMD Ryzen 7 250, and Intel Core i5-13600HX. This means the CPU is positioned in a highly competitive cluster where performance differences are negligible. The average benchmark score of 38103 places it in the 86th percentile, meaning it outperforms 86% of all CPUs in the database.

Balance and Bottleneck

Based on the benchmark scores, this pairing exhibits a significant imbalance between CPU and GPU capabilities. The CPU's average benchmark score of 38103 places it in the 86th percentile, while the GPU's average score of 2690 places it in the 18th percentile. This discrepancy indicates that the graphics card is the limiting factor in most graphics-intensive workloads.

The processor's strong multi-threaded scores, such as the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 31727 and PassMark multi-thread score of 37488, suggest it can feed frames to the GPU at high rates. However, the GPU's single benchmark result in 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12 is 2690, which is only 1% higher than the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M and 1.1% higher than the GeForce GT 1030. This places the GPU in a performance tier that is far below what the CPU can support.

The data shows no measured FPS scaling for this combination. However, extrapolating from the scores, the CPU would likely not be the bottleneck in most gaming scenarios. The processor's 3dmark 8-thread score of 7074 and single-thread score of 1084 indicate it can handle modern game logic and physics. The GPU, with its relatively low benchmark score, would likely constrain frame rates, especially at higher resolutions. The processor's high data compression and encryption scores also suggest it would not bottleneck storage or network-related tasks, leaving the GPU as the primary performance limiter.

FAQ

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

A: The i5-13600KF has an average benchmark score of 38103, which is 0.1% lower than the i5-14490F's score of 38149. This difference is negligible and places the two processors in the same performance tier.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile and what does it mean?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER has a percentile rank of 18 among all GPUs. This indicates that it outperforms only 18% of GPUs in the database, based on its average benchmark score of 2690 from the 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12 test.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-13600KF supports ECC memory. It also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory types across a dual-channel bus.

Q: What is the CPU's socket and PCIe specification?

A: The CPU uses the Intel Socket 1700 and features PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes available from the CPU. This allows for high-bandwidth connectivity to graphics cards and NVMe storage.

Q: What are the top rivals to the RTX 5070 SUPER?

A: The nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M, which scores 2664 and is 1% slower, the GeForce GT 1030 at 2662, and the Intel Arc Pro B50 at 2660, both 1.1% slower. The GeForce GT 440 is 1.7% slower with a score of 2645.

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread performance score?

A: The CPU scores 1084 in the 3dmark single-thread test and 4118 in the PassMark single-thread test. The Cinebench R23 single-core score is 4479, and Geekbench single-core is 2487.

Q: Is there measured FPS data for this CPU and GPU combination?

A: No, the data does not include any measured FPS rows for this exact combination. All FPS estimates must be derived from the component benchmark scores.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i5-13600KF is built for the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The memory bus is dual-channel, and the CPU has 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes available from the processor. This provides a modern foundation for high-speed storage and graphics connectivity.

The CPU has a TDP of 125 W and is unlocked, allowing for overclocking. The GPU has a TDP of 275 W and uses a single 16-pin power connector. The combined power draw of 400 W from these components suggests a capable power supply is necessary, though the data does not provide a suggested PSU wattage. The GPU is dual-slot and measures 245 mm in length, which should fit in most standard ATX cases.

The platform supports ECC memory, which is a notable feature for workstation use. The CPU's architecture is Raptor Lake, which is a mature platform with broad software compatibility. For a sensible upgrade path, the CPU has headroom to support a higher-tier GPU. The processor's 86th percentile ranking indicates it is not the limiting factor in this build. A user looking to improve gaming performance would benefit from upgrading the GPU first, as the current GPU's 18th percentile is significantly below the CPU's capability. The platform supports PCIe Gen 5, so a modern GPU would not be bandwidth-limited. The memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 allows for flexibility in choosing the rest of the system, though the data does not specify which memory type yields better performance.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's benchmark scores are consistently high across multiple suites. The 3dmark tests show a range from 1084 in single-thread to 10216 in max-thread. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score is 13325, and the R15 multi-core score is 3198. The Geekbench multi-core score is 17933.

The GPU has a single benchmark entry: a 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2690. This score places the GPU in the 18th percentile among all GPUs. The nearest rival is the NVIDIA Quadro K1100M with a score of 2664, which is 1% lower. The GeForce GT 1030 scores 2662, and the Intel Arc Pro B50 scores 2660, both 1.1% lower. The GeForce GT 440 scores 2645, 1.7% lower.

The combined picture is one of extreme contrast. The CPU is a top-tier performer, sitting in the 86th percentile. The GPU is a low-tier performer, sitting in the 18th percentile. The combined percentile for the pairing is 52, which is the median. This means the system as a whole is average, but the components are not balanced. In CPU-bound workloads, this system would perform exceptionally well. In GPU-bound workloads, performance would be limited by the graphics card. The CPU's PassMark multi-thread score of 37488 and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 31727 indicate it can handle demanding productivity tasks, while the GPU's single score suggests it is suited for basic display output rather than intensive 3D rendering.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's strong single-thread score of 1084 in 3dmark and 4479 in Cinebench R23 indicates it can handle game logic and physics at high frame rates. However, the GPU's 3dmark Steel Nomad score of 2690 is low. At 1080p, the CPU might push high frame rates in less demanding titles, but the GPU would likely cap performance in graphically intensive games. The 18th GPU percentile suggests this is not a high-refresh gaming build for modern titles at high settings.

Streaming: The CPU has 14 cores and 20 threads, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 31727. This provides ample headroom for encoding while gaming. The PassMark data encryption score of 26957 and extended instructions score of 28865 also indicate solid performance for encoding workloads. The GPU's low performance would be the bottleneck in the gaming portion, but the CPU could handle the streaming workload independently.

Video editing: The CPU's multi-threaded performance is strong, with a Geekbench multi-core score of 17933 and PassMark multi-thread score of 37488. This suggests good performance in rendering timelines and applying effects. The GPU's 18 GB of memory is ample for holding video frames, but the GPU's compute performance is low. The CPU would carry most of the rendering load, making this a viable system for CPU-based editing workflows.

3D rendering: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 31727 is a strong indicator of CPU-based rendering performance. The GPU's 32.15 TFLOPS FP32 performance is listed, but its low benchmark score in 3dmark Steel Nomad suggests it would not accelerate GPU-based renderers effectively. This system would be better suited for CPU rendering engines.

Software development: The CPU's high integer math score of 122169 and data compression score of 475505 indicate fast compilation and data processing. The 20 threads allow for parallel builds. The GPU is irrelevant for most development tasks, so this pairing would not hinder coding workflows.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread score of 4118 in PassMark and 2487 in Geekbench ensure snappy application loading and multitasking. The GPU's low performance is sufficient for office tasks and web browsing. The system would be overkill for this use case, but the CPU's efficiency would make it responsive.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture, codenamed GB205, and manufactured on a 5 nm process at TSMC. It has 31,100 million transistors on a die size of 263 mm², giving it a transistor density of 118.3M per mm². The GPU has a base clock of 2325 MHz and a boost clock of 2512 MHz. The memory clock operates at 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective speed.

The GPU features 18 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s. The compute units include 6400 shading units, 200 texture mapping units, and 80 raster operation units. It also has 50 RT cores and 200 tensor cores. The pixel rate is 201.0 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 502.4 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 32.15 TFLOPS, with FP16 performance at the same 32.15 TFLOPS (1:1). The GPU has a TDP of 275 W and requires a single 16-pin power connector.

The benchmark data shows a single score of 2690 in the 3dmark Steel Nomad DX12 test. This score places the GPU in the 18th percentile, which is very low. The nearest rivals are older or lower-tier cards, such as the Quadro K1100M, GT 1030, and GT 440. This suggests that despite the modern architecture and high specifications, the benchmark result indicates poor performance in this specific test. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. It has display outputs of 1x HDMI 2.1b and 3x DisplayPort 2.1b. The high memory capacity of 18 GB and bandwidth of 672.0 GB/s are positives, but the benchmark score is the primary indicator of real-world rendering capability, and it is low.

Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i5-13600KF with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 SUPER in a desktop configuration. The combined percentile is 52, which is exactly the median. The CPU is in the 86th percentile, while the GPU is in the 18th percentile. This is a stark contrast that defines the system's character.

The CPU is a high-performance 14-core processor that excels in multi-threaded tasks and has strong single-thread performance. The GPU, despite its modern Blackwell 2.0 architecture and 18 GB of GDDR7 memory, benchmarks in the bottom 18% of all GPUs. The overall tier of this build is mid-range, driven entirely by the CPU's strength and dragged down by the GPU's weak benchmark showing. The system is a capable workstation for CPU-intensive tasks but is not balanced for graphics-heavy workloads.

Who Should Build It

This system is best suited for users who prioritize CPU performance over graphics. The Intel Core i5-13600KF's 86th percentile ranking makes it an excellent choice for software developers who need fast compilation times, as indicated by the PassMark integer math score of 122169. Students and professionals in office environments would benefit from the CPU's snappy single-thread score of 4118, and the ECC memory support adds reliability for data-critical work.

Content creators working with CPU-based rendering engines would find the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 31727 valuable. The GPU's 18 GB of memory is useful for holding large datasets, but the low 3dmark score of 2690 suggests it is not suited for GPU-accelerated rendering. Gamers at 1080p or 1440p in less demanding titles might find acceptable performance, but the GPU's 18th percentile ranking indicates it would struggle with modern AAA games at high settings. This build is not recommended for high-refresh gaming or GPU-intensive 3D rendering. It is a solid choice for a small business workstation or a developer machine where the CPU does the heavy lifting and the GPU provides basic display output.

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