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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700 + AMD Radeon RX 6700

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Top 8% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
91%
VS
GPU
94%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700

37,135 Benchmark Score
Top 9% Market Ranking
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AMD Radeon RX 6700

30,433 Benchmark Score
Top 6% Market Ranking
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Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
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

High-End

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

1440p Ultra 4K High
50-69

Mid-Range

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

1080p Ultra 1440p Med
30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports
0-29

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# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700 is a 16-core, 24-thread desktop processor built on the Raptor Lake architecture, fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process node. It operates with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel memory bus, and it includes UHD Graphics 770 as integrated graphics. The processor uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform and supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The cache hierarchy is substantial: 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. This large L3 pool helps with multi-threaded workloads that benefit from shared data access. The die size is 257 mm², and the processor supports ECC memory, which is relevant for workstation and small business server builds.

Benchmark results place this CPU in the 85th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 37,135. The multi-threaded performance is strong: Cinebench R23 multi-core scores 25,369, while the single-core score is 2,008.5. Geekbench multi-core reaches 17,025 with a single-core score of 2,329. The 3DMark 16-thread test scores 10,075, while the max-thread score climbs to 11,737. Scaling from 4 threads (4,279) to 8 threads (7,649) shows a 78.7% improvement, indicating efficient core utilization. The jump from 8 threads to 16 threads (11,737) is another 53.4% gain, demonstrating that the hybrid core layout scales well across workload sizes.

Single-threaded performance is equally notable. PassMark single-thread scores 4,101, and 3DMark single-thread scores 1,092. The 3DMark 2-thread score of 2,176 is almost exactly double the single-thread score, suggesting excellent per-core efficiency. Integer math in PassMark reaches 138,974, floating-point math scores 97,723, and extended instructions hit 26,578. Data compression scores 443,900, while encryption reaches 25,653. These numbers indicate strong general-purpose compute capability for both office productivity and development workloads.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the i7-13700 sits within a tight cluster. The AMD Ryzen 7 160 scores 37,117, just 0.0% behind. The Intel Core i9-12900T scores 37,112, a 0.1% difference. The AMD Ryzen 7 7735H scores 37,161, which is 0.1% ahead. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 scores 37,093, also 0.1% behind. This means the i7-13700 is effectively performance-equivalent to these four alternatives, despite being a desktop part competing against mobile and low-power variants. The practical takeaway is that the i7-13700 delivers top-tier multi-threaded throughput for its class, but not a decisive lead over similarly positioned chips.

FAQ

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of the Intel Core i7-13700?

A: The processor has 16 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz.

Q: Does the CPU support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, the i7-13700 supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: What is the L3 cache size?

A: The shared L3 cache is 30 MB, with 80 KB L1 per core and 2 MB L2 per core.

Q: How does the i7-13700 compare to the AMD Ryzen 7 7735H?

A: The i7-13700 scores 37,135 on average, while the Ryzen 7 7735H scores 37,161, a difference of 0.1% in the AMD part's favor.

Q: What is the single-threaded performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The Cinebench R23 single-core score is 2,008.5, and the multi-core score is 25,369.

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it includes Intel UHD Graphics 770.

Q: Is the processor unlocked for overclocking?

A: No, the multiplier is not unlocked.

Balance and Bottleneck

The pairing of the Core i7-13700 with the Radeon RX 6700 creates a system where the CPU is clearly the stronger component in raw compute terms. The CPU sits at the 85th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU sits at the 75th percentile among all GPUs. This 10-percentage-point gap suggests that the CPU will rarely be the limiting factor in most workloads, and the GPU will more often define the performance ceiling.

The CPU's multi-threaded strength is illustrated by Cinebench R23 multi-core at 25,369 and PassMark multithread at 36,387. These scores indicate the processor can feed even demanding GPU workloads without becoming a bottleneck in CPU-bound scenarios. However, the GPU's PassMark G3D score of 18,931 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,014 show that the GPU's rendering throughput is more modest. In gaming at high resolutions, the GPU will be the primary constraint, especially at 4K where pixel throughput and memory bandwidth matter most.

The memory bandwidth situation reinforces this balance. The GPU has 320.0 GB/s of bandwidth from its 10 GB GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus. The CPU's memory bandwidth is not specified in the data, but the dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 support suggests it could be a secondary bottleneck in memory-heavy mixed workloads. For GPU-bound tasks like rendering and gaming, the GPU's bandwidth will be the limiting factor. For CPU-bound tasks like compilation and encryption, the CPU's cache hierarchy and core count will dominate.

The FPS scaling picture is not measured for this exact combination, as the data contains no measured FPS rows. However, based on the benchmark scores, the GPU's 75th percentile ranking and the CPU's 85th percentile ranking indicate that at 1080p and 1440p, the GPU will typically be the bottleneck in gaming. At lower resolutions and lower graphical settings, the CPU's single-threaded strength (3DMark single-thread score of 1,092 and PassMark single-thread of 4,101) will push frame rates higher, but the GPU will still cap performance in most titles.

Who Should Build It

This desktop build targets users who need strong multi-threaded CPU performance without requiring top-tier GPU compute. The i7-13700's 85th percentile CPU ranking makes it suitable for developers compiling large codebases, students running virtual machines, and small business workstations handling productivity suites. The PassMark integer math score of 138,974 and data encryption score of 25,653 indicate strong performance for software development and secure data handling.

Gamers at 1080p and 1440p will find the RX 6700's 75th percentile GPU ranking adequate for high-refresh gaming in less demanding titles, though the GPU will limit ultra settings in heavier games. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25,369 supports streaming and background tasks while gaming, as the extra threads handle encoding without stealing performance from the game. Content creators working with video editing will benefit from the CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads, with Geekbench multi-core at 17,025 and PassMark floating-point math at 97,723 aiding in rendering and effects.

The system is also viable for 3D rendering workloads where the GPU's 11.29 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 22.58 TFLOPS FP16 performance provide compute acceleration. The 10 GB VRAM is sufficient for moderate scene sizes. For users who need ECC memory support, the CPU's ECC capability is a differentiator for reliability-focused builds. Students and office workers will find the CPU's PassMark multithread score of 36,387 and single-thread score of 4,101 more than adequate for everyday tasks, with headroom for more demanding applications.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture using the Navi 22 chip, fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm process node with 17,200 million transistors on a 335 mm² die. The GPU has 2,304 shading units, 144 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation units. It includes 36 ray tracing cores, though no tensor cores are present. The base clock is 1,941 MHz, with a game clock of 2,174 MHz and a boost clock of 2,450 MHz.

Memory configuration consists of 10 GB of GDDR6 on a 160-bit bus, delivering 320.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock is 2,000 MHz with 16 Gbps effective speed. The GPU has a 175 W TDP and requires a single 8-pin power connector, with a suggested PSU rating of 450 W. It occupies a dual-slot form factor, measures 267 mm in length, 110 mm in height, and 40 mm in width. Display outputs include one HDMI 2.1 and three DisplayPort 1.4a connections. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

Compute performance is substantial for a mid-range GPU. FP32 throughput reaches 11.29 TFLOPS, while FP16 throughput doubles to 22.58 TFLOPS with a 2:1 ratio. The pixel rate is 156.8 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 352.8 GTexel/s. These figures indicate strong rasterization performance for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with adequate compute for GPU-accelerated rendering tasks.

Benchmark results place the RX 6700 in the 75th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 30,433. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 2,014, and PassMark G3D scores 18,931. PassMark GPU compute reaches 8,240. Geekbench scores are notably higher: Metal scores 122,223, OpenCL scores 97,841, and Vulkan scores 83,974. These Geekbench numbers suggest strong compute capability, particularly in Apple's Metal API, which is relevant for cross-platform rendering pipelines.

Compared to rivals, the RX 6700 sits near the NVIDIA CMP 70HX (average score 30,476, 0.1% ahead) and the NVIDIA Tesla M60 (30,490, 0.2% ahead). The AMD Radeon RX 6800 scores 30,095, which is 1.1% behind the RX 6700, while the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti scores 29,945, 1.6% behind. This places the RX 6700 in a competitive position relative to higher-tier GPUs, though the delta is small.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU-GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps rows, so all frame rate discussions are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The GPU's 75th percentile ranking and the CPU's 85th percentile ranking provide the basis for these estimates.

Based on the PassMark G3D score of 18,931 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2,014, the RX 6700 should handle 1080p gaming at high settings with smooth frame rates in most titles. At 1440p, the GPU's 320.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 11.29 TFLOPS FP32 performance will support high settings in less demanding games, with medium settings required for heavier titles. At 4K, the 10 GB VRAM and 160-bit bus will likely limit performance to lower settings or older games.

The CPU's single-threaded strength, evidenced by the 3DMark single-thread score of 1,092 and Cinebench R23 single-core of 2,008.5, ensures that CPU-bound scenarios at high frame rates will not be limited by the processor. The PassMark physics score of 2,053 and find prime numbers score of 147 indicate adequate physics processing for gaming. The data compression score of 443,900 also helps with game asset loading.

Ray tracing performance will be modest given the 36 RT cores and the absence of dedicated tensor cores. The DirectX 12 Ultimate support means the GPU can run ray-traced effects, but the PassMark DirectX 12 score of 71 and DirectX 11 score of 166 suggest that traditional rasterization is the GPU's primary strength. Gamers seeking high-refresh 1080p performance in competitive titles will likely find the combination sufficient, while enthusiasts targeting 4K ultra settings should look elsewhere.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's single-threaded performance supports high frame rates in CPU-bound titles, with 3DMark single-thread at 1,092 and PassMark single-thread at 4,101. The GPU's 11.29 TFLOPS FP32 and 320.0 GB/s bandwidth will sustain 1080p high-refresh gaming in most titles, though the 75th percentile GPU ranking means 1440p high-refresh will require settings adjustments.

Streaming: The CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads provide ample headroom for encoding while gaming. Cinebench R23 multi-core at 25,369 and PassMark multithread at 36,387 support simultaneous game and encode workloads without significant frame drops. The GPU's compute capability (8,240 PassMark GPU compute) can also assist with encode offload if supported.

Video editing: The CPU's multi-threaded scores, including Geekbench multi-core at 17,025 and PassMark floating-point math at 97,723, accelerate timeline rendering and effects processing. The GPU's 10 GB VRAM and 22.58 TFLOPS FP16 performance aid in GPU-accelerated effects and color grading, though the 75th percentile GPU ranking means complex 4K timelines may require proxy workflows.

3D rendering: The CPU's Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 12,806 and PassMark integer math of 138,974 provide strong CPU-based rendering performance. The GPU's 11.29 TFLOPS FP32 and 36 RT cores support GPU-accelerated rendering with moderate scene complexity, limited by 10 GB VRAM.

Software development: The CPU's data compression score of 443,900 and encryption score of 25,653 accelerate build tools and secure compilation. The 24 threads handle parallel builds efficiently, and the 85th percentile CPU ranking ensures responsive IDE performance during compilation.

Student and office work: The CPU's PassMark multithread score of 36,387 and single-thread score of 4,101 handle productivity suites, web browsing, and multi-tasking with ease. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output, and the 65 W TDP keeps power consumption reasonable for daily use.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i7-13700 and AMD Radeon RX 6700. The CPU is a 16-core, 24-thread Raptor Lake processor at the 85th percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU is a RDNA 2.0 part at the 75th percentile among all GPUs. The combined percentile is 80, indicating a system that sits above the median but below the top tier.

The CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 175 W TDP suggest a system that can be cooled with standard air coolers and powered by a 450 W PSU, per the GPU's suggested PSU rating. The CPU's launch MSRP is $384. The build supports DDR4 or DDR5 memory, giving builders flexibility in platform cost. The GPU is end-of-life, which may affect availability.

This pairing represents a balanced mid-range desktop configuration where the CPU outperforms the GPU in relative terms. The CPU's 85th percentile ranking and the GPU's 75th percentile ranking mean the system is well-suited for CPU-intensive tasks like development, rendering, and productivity, while gaming performance is solid but not top-tier. The socket 1700 platform and PCIe 4.0 x16 GPU interface ensure compatibility with current motherboards and provide a clear upgrade path for the GPU.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 37,135, placing it at the 85th percentile among all CPUs. Key scores include Cinebench R23 multi-core at 25,369 and single-core at 2,008.5, Geekbench multi-core at 17,025 and single-core at 2,329, and PassMark multithread at 36,387. The 3DMark max-thread score is 11,737, with the 16-thread score at 10,075. These results confirm strong multi-threaded and single-threaded performance.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 30,433, placing it at the 75th percentile among all GPUs. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 2,014, PassMark G3D is 18,931, and PassMark GPU compute is 8,240. Geekbench scores are higher: Metal at 122,223, OpenCL at 97,841, and Vulkan at 83,974. These figures indicate solid compute performance with particularly strong results in the Geekbench suite.

The combined picture is a system where the CPU outranks the GPU by 10 percentile points. The combined percentile of 80 reflects this balance. The CPU's nearest rivals all score within 0.1% of it, showing that the i7-13700 is competitively positioned against similar processors. The GPU's nearest rivals include the RX 6800 and RTX 3070 Ti, both of which score slightly lower, indicating that the RX 6700 holds its own against higher-tier GPUs in aggregate benchmarks. Overall, this is a capable desktop combination for users who prioritize CPU performance while still requiring solid GPU compute for gaming and rendering.