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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13620H + Intel Arc A550M

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86%

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96%

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Intel Core i7-13620H

24,911 Benchmark Score

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Intel Arc A550M

49,737 Benchmark Score

Top 4% Market Ranking

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90-100

Ultimate

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70-89

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The Intel Core i7-13620H and Intel Arc A550M combination represents a specific laptop configuration targeting mobile performance. The CPU is a 10-core, 16-thread Raptor Lake-H part with a 45 W TDP, while the GPU is Intel’s Arc A550M, built on the Xe-HPG architecture with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. The data indicates this is a strong pairing, with a combined percentile of 82, but the lack of measured FPS data means performance expectations must be derived from synthetic benchmarks and component specifications.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13620H is a mobile processor built on Intel’s 10 nm process node, part of the Raptor Lake-H family. It features 10 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The chip uses a hybrid architecture configuration typical of the generation, though the FACT PACK does not specify the exact P-core/E-core split. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 24 MB L3 cache. This cache configuration is substantial for a mobile part, providing ample headroom for data-intensive workloads.

Benchmark results show a processor that scales well with thread count. The 3DMark scores progress from 1008 in single-thread to 7178 in max-threads, with 16-thread performance hitting 7056. This indicates near-linear scaling from 8 to 16 threads, as the 8-thread score is 5443 and the max-thread score is 7178. The Cinebench scores reinforce this picture: R15 multicore is 2281, R20 multicore is 8305, and R23 multicore is 15176. The single-core scores are 263, 1172, and 1833 for R15, R20, and R23 respectively. These numbers suggest the CPU can handle both lightly-threaded tasks like gaming and heavily-threaded tasks like video rendering with competence.

PassMark results provide additional context for real-world workloads. The multithread score is 24192, with integer math at 80948 and floating-point math at 59762. Data compression scores 281335, while encryption hits 15568. The extended instructions score is 17513, indicating strong SIMD performance for scientific or engineering applications. The single-thread PassMark score is 3589, which is competitive for a mobile chip. The average benchmark score for the CPU is 24911, placing it at the 77th percentile among all CPUs. This means the i7-13620H outperforms roughly 77% of processors in the database, a solid mid-to-high tier position.

The nearest rivals show how close the competition is at this performance level. The Intel Core i7-11850H scores 24935, which is 0.1% higher. The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F scores 24964, 0.2% higher. The Intel Core 5 210H scores 24872, 0.2% lower. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX scores 24822, 0.4% lower. These deltas are minuscule, meaning the i7-13620H is statistically tied with these parts in aggregate performance. For real workloads, this means users should expect no meaningful difference between these CPUs, and the choice comes down to platform features rather than raw speed.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the CPU and GPU in this pairing is a critical consideration. The CPU has a 45 W TDP while the GPU is rated at 60 W, suggesting a power envelope that prioritizes the graphics subsystem. The CPU’s percentile rank is 77, while the GPU’s percentile is 86, indicating the GPU is relatively stronger than the CPU in their respective databases. This creates a potential scenario where the GPU outpaces the CPU in some workloads.

Looking at the benchmark scores, the CPU’s single-thread performance is 1008 in 3DMark single-thread, which is solid but not exceptional. The GPU’s Geekbench OpenCL score is 49894 and Vulkan score is 49580, showing strong compute capability. For gaming at lower resolutions, the CPU could become the limiting factor, as the GPU has enough headroom to render frames faster than the CPU can feed it. At higher resolutions, the GPU will likely become the bottleneck, as pixel throughput demands increase.

The data suggests the CPU is the limiting component in high-FPS scenarios, while the GPU limits at higher resolutions or with heavy graphical effects. The CPU’s 16 threads and 24 MB L3 cache help mitigate this, as modern games can utilize multiple cores. However, the single-thread score of 1008 indicates that games relying heavily on one or two threads may see the CPU cap out before the GPU reaches its full potential. For productivity workloads, the balance shifts: the CPU’s multithread score of 7178 in 3DMark max-threads can keep up with the GPU’s compute for most tasks, but the GPU’s 8.397 TFLOPS FP32 performance will accelerate rendering tasks significantly.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU achieves an average benchmark score of 24911, placing it at the 77th percentile of all CPUs. The GPU’s average benchmark score is 49737, placing it at the 86th percentile of all GPUs. The combined percentile for this pairing is 82, indicating that the system as a whole outperforms 82% of configurations in the database.

The GPU’s nearest rivals provide context for its performance. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti scores 49957, which is 0.4% higher. The AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 scores 50001, 0.5% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT scores 50951, 2.4% higher. The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT scores 48477, which is 2.6% lower. This places the Arc A550M in the same performance tier as flagship desktop GPUs from previous generations, which is remarkable for a mobile part. The deltaPct values show that the Arc A550M is within 2.6% of the RX 6800 XT and within 2.4% of the RX 6900 XT, meaning it trades blows with these high-end desktop cards.

The CPU’s nearest rivals are similarly close. The Intel Core i7-11850H, AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, and AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX are all within 0.4% of the i7-13620H. This means the CPU is not a differentiator at this performance level; instead, the GPU provides the bulk of the system’s overall capability. The combined picture is a laptop that excels in graphics-intensive tasks while offering competent CPU performance for general workloads.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i7-13620H uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket, which is a soldered mobile platform. This means the CPU is not upgradeable; users are locked into the processor they purchase. The platform supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, offering flexibility in memory choice, though the FACT PACK does not specify maximum capacity or speed. The memory bus is dual-channel, which is standard for mobile platforms.

The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 8 lanes, while the GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16. This means the GPU has ample bandwidth, and the CPU’s Gen 5 lanes can be used for fast NVMe storage. The integrated graphics is UHD Graphics 770, which provides a basic display output and can handle light tasks when the discrete GPU is not in use. The GPU is listed as end-of-life, meaning it is no longer in production, which affects long-term availability.

The CPU’s TDP is 45 W, and the GPU’s TDP is 60 W, totaling 105 W for the core components. The FACT PACK does not include a suggested PSU, but this power draw is typical for a laptop, which uses a power adapter rather than a desktop PSU. The system’s upgrade path is limited by the soldered CPU and the end-of-life status of the GPU. A sensible next upgrade would be a new laptop entirely, as neither component is replaceable. For users considering this platform, the focus should be on the current performance rather than future upgrades.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets users who need strong graphics performance in a mobile form factor. The GPU’s 86th percentile ranking makes it suitable for gamers who want high settings at 1080p or 1440p, though the lack of measured FPS data means exact settings must be estimated. The CPU’s 77th percentile ensures that productivity tasks like video editing or 3D rendering will not be severely bottlenecked.

Content creators will benefit from the GPU’s 8.397 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 16.79 TFLOPS FP16 performance, which accelerates rendering workloads in applications that support GPU acceleration. The CPU’s 16 threads handle multi-threaded tasks like encoding, and the 24 MB L3 cache reduces latency for repeated data access. Software developers will find the CPU’s single-thread score of 3589 in PassMark adequate for compilation, while the GPU’s Vulkan 1.4 support enables graphics programming.

Students and small business workstations would find this configuration overkill for basic tasks, but it provides headroom for future demands. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 can handle office workloads when the discrete GPU is idle, potentially extending battery life. The CPU’s boost clock of 4.90 GHz ensures snappy response for single-threaded applications, while the 10 cores handle background tasks without stutter.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A550M is built on the DG2-512 chip using TSMC’s 6 nm process, with 21,700 million transistors on a 406 mm² die. The transistor density is 53.4M per mm², indicating a dense design. The GPU has 2048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output units. It features 16 ray tracing cores, which is a modest count but sufficient for entry-level RT workloads. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with modern APIs.

The memory subsystem consists of 8 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s. The memory clock is 1750 MHz, which translates to 14 Gbps effective. The 8 GB capacity is adequate for 1080p gaming and most creative workloads, though 4K textures may exceed this amount. The bandwidth is moderate; higher-end cards in the same tier offer more, but this is sufficient for the GPU’s compute capabilities.

The clock speeds are a base of 900 MHz and a boost of 2050 MHz. The pixel rate is 131.2 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 262.4 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 8.397 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 16.79 TFLOPS using a 2:1 ratio. These numbers place the GPU in the upper mid-range tier. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 49894 and Vulkan score of 49580 are nearly identical, indicating consistent performance across APIs. The 86th percentile ranking confirms that this GPU is stronger than the vast majority of discrete GPUs in the database, rivaling desktop parts like the RX 6800 XT.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The GPU’s 86th percentile and the CPU’s 77th percentile suggest this system can drive high refresh rates at 1080p. The CPU’s single-thread score of 1008 in 3DMark may limit frame rates in CPU-bound titles, but the GPU’s 8.397 TFLOPS should handle most games at high settings. Expect 100+ FPS in esports titles and 60+ FPS in AAA games, though these are estimates without measured data.

Streaming: The CPU’s 16 threads and the GPU’s hardware encoding capabilities (implied by the architecture) should handle streaming workloads. The PassMark multithread score of 24192 provides headroom for encoding while gaming. The GPU’s Vulkan support ensures compatibility with capture software, but the lack of measured data means stream quality is uncertain.

Video editing: The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15176 and the GPU’s FP16 performance of 16.79 TFLOPS make this a capable video editing machine. Timeline scrubbing and effects rendering will be smooth, and export times will be reasonable. The 24 MB L3 cache helps with previewing large files.

3D rendering: The GPU’s 8.397 TFLOPS FP32 performance accelerates viewport rendering, while the CPU’s 16 threads handle CPU-based renderers. The Cinebench R20 multicore score of 8305 indicates the CPU can handle moderately complex scenes. The GPU’s 16 RT cores provide basic ray tracing acceleration, though heavy RT scenes will be slow.

Software development: The CPU’s single-thread PassMark score of 3589 and the 10 cores make compilation times acceptable. The 16 threads handle parallel builds, and the 24 MB L3 cache reduces cache misses. The GPU is largely irrelevant for development, but it can accelerate GPU compute tasks like machine learning inference.

Student and office work: This configuration is overkill for document editing, web browsing, and spreadsheets. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 handles display output, and the CPU’s boost clock of 4.90 GHz ensures fast application launches. The 45 W TDP means the laptop can run cool and quiet for light tasks, though battery life is not specified.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 82, meaning this configuration outperforms 82% of systems in the database.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-13620H compare to the AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX?

A: The i7-13620H has an average benchmark score of 24911, which is 0.4% higher than the Ryzen 9 5900HX’s score of 24822.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the Intel Arc A550M?

A: The GPU has 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth from 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus.

Q: Does the Intel Core i7-13620H support ECC memory?

A: No, the FACT PACK indicates ECC memory is not supported on this CPU.

Q: What is the production status of the Intel Arc A550M?

A: The GPU is listed as end-of-life, meaning it is no longer in production.

Q: How does the Arc A550M compare to the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT?

A: The Arc A550M scores 49737 on average, which is 2.6% higher than the RX 6800 XT’s score of 48477.

Q: What is the boost clock of the Intel Core i7-13620H?

A: The CPU has a boost clock of 4.90 GHz.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU and GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows, so all frame rate discussions are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The GPU’s average benchmark score of 49737 and the CPU’s average of 24911 provide a basis for these expectations.

Based on the GPU’s 86th percentile and its proximity to the RX 6800 XT (within 2.6%), this system should deliver high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p. For esports titles, the CPU’s single-thread score of 1008 in 3DMark and the GPU’s 8.397 TFLOPS suggest the system can exceed 144 FPS at 1080p with competitive settings. For AAA games, the GPU’s 8 GB of VRAM and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth should handle high settings at 60 FPS, though the CPU may limit performance in CPU-intensive scenes.

At 4K resolution, the GPU’s memory bandwidth and compute power will be stretched, and users should expect lower frame rates. The CPU’s 24 MB L3 cache helps with texture streaming, but the 128-bit memory bus will likely be the limiting factor at this resolution. The estimated figures are based on the benchmark scores, and actual performance may vary depending on the laptop’s cooling solution and power delivery. Users should treat these as ballpark expectations rather than guaranteed results.

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