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91%
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GPU
74%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700

37,135 Benchmark Score
Top 9% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A350

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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The Intel Core i7-13700 paired with the Intel Arc A350 is a desktop configuration that combines a high-end 16-core processor with an entry-level, low-power discrete GPU. The data for this pairing is clear: the CPU is a multi-threaded powerhouse, while the GPU is a modest component intended for basic acceleration rather than high-end gaming. The benchmark database shows no measured FPS rows for this exact combination, so all performance estimates are derived from the component scores and their respective percentile positions.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700 is a Raptor Lake-S architecture processor built on Intel's 10 nm process, featuring a die size of 257 mm². It is a 16-core, 24-thread part with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. This hybrid design combines performance and efficiency cores to deliver strong throughput in both lightly-threaded and heavily-threaded workloads. The cache hierarchy is substantial: 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache, which helps feed the high clock speeds and keep data close to the execution units.

The CPU supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory, includes ECC memory support, and offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 is present, though in this build it is paired with a discrete GPU. The processor is socketed for Intel Socket 1700 and has a 65 W TDP, which is modest for the core count and clock speeds achieved. The launch MSRP for this processor is $384.

Benchmark results show strong scaling from 2 to 16 threads. The 3dmark suite shows a single-thread score of 1092, which jumps to 2176 at 2 threads, 4279 at 4 threads, 7649 at 8 threads, and reaches 11737 at max threads. This scaling pattern indicates that the core and thread configuration is well-balanced, and the processor can efficiently use its resources across a wide range of parallel workloads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 25369 and single-core score of 2008.5 confirm excellent performance in both rendering and lightly-threaded tasks. Geekbench multicore and single-core scores of 17025 and 2329, respectively, reinforce this picture.

The passmark suite provides further evidence of the CPU's strengths. The multithread score is 36387, with integer math at 138974 and floating point math at 97723. Data compression scores 443900, and encryption scores 25653. Extended instructions score 26578, and random string sorting scores 46418. The physics score is 2053, and find prime numbers scores 147. The single-thread passmark score is 4101. These figures indicate that the CPU is particularly strong in integer-heavy and floating-point-heavy tasks, making it suitable for software compilation, data processing, and scientific computing.

The processor holds the 85th percentile among all CPUs, meaning it outperforms a large majority of processors on the market. Its average benchmark score is 37135. The nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 160 with an average score of 37117, the Intel Core i9-12900T with a score of 37112, the AMD Ryzen 7 7735H with a score of 37161, and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 with a score of 37093. The deltaPct values are negligible, ranging from -0.1 to 0.1 percent, which places the i7-13700 in a tight cluster with these competitors. This indicates that while the CPU is excellent, there are several alternatives with nearly identical aggregate performance. The real advantage of the i7-13700 lies in its high boost clock and single-thread capability, which can matter in specific applications that are not fully parallel.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i7-13700 delivers top-tier scores across all major benchmarks. In Cinebench R23, the multicore score of 25369 places it in the upper echelon for desktop processors, while the single-core score of 2008.5 ensures snappy responsiveness in day-to-day tasks and games that rely on a few fast threads. The 3dmark max threads score of 11737 and the 16-thread score of 10075 indicate that the CPU can handle heavy multi-threaded loads without significant drop-off, which is crucial for video encoding and 3D rendering.

The GPU, the Intel Arc A350, has no benchmark scores listed in the data. Its percentile vs all GPUs is 50, meaning it sits exactly at the median of all GPUs. With an average benchmark score of 0, there is no quantitative performance data for the A350. The combined percentile for this CPU and GPU pairing is 68, which reflects the CPU's high standing pulling up the GPU's mediocre position. Since there are no measured FPS rows, any discussion of gaming frame rates is estimated from these scores. The CPU's 85th percentile combined with the GPU's 50th percentile suggests that the CPU will not be the limiting factor in most workloads; the GPU will be the bottleneck in graphics-intensive applications.

The A350's specifications point to a very low-power part. It has a TDP of 25 W, a base and boost clock of 2000 MHz, and memory clock of 1937 MHz effective at 15.5 Gbps. The 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus yields 124.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This is a small amount of VRAM and bandwidth compared to modern gaming GPUs, which typically have 8 GB or more and wider buses. The shading units are 768, with 48 TMUs and 24 ROPs. It has 6 RT cores, but no tensor cores are listed. The FP32 performance is 3.072 TFLOPS, and FP16 is 6.144 TFLOPS. Pixel rate is 48.00 GPixel/s, and texture rate is 96.00 GTexel/s. The GPU is built on a 6 nm process at TSMC with 7,200 million transistors on a 157 mm² die. It is an end-of-life product with no launch MSRP. It has no display outputs, which is unusual and suggests it is intended for compute tasks or as an auxiliary accelerator rather than a primary graphics solution.

The combined picture is a system with massive CPU compute headroom and minimal GPU capability. For productivity tasks like compiling code, running virtual machines, or batch image processing, the CPU will excel. For gaming, the GPU will limit resolution and detail settings significantly. The data suggests this is a workstation-oriented build where CPU throughput is the priority, and the GPU is present for basic display output or light GPU-accelerated compute.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-13700 compare to its nearest rivals in aggregate performance?

A: The i7-13700 has an average benchmark score of 37135. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 160 at 37117 (0% delta), the Intel Core i9-12900T at 37112 (0.1% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 7735H at 37161 (-0.1% delta), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 at 37093 (0.1% delta). These differences are within 0.1 percent, so the competition is extremely tight.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile, and what does that imply for gaming?

A: The Intel Arc A350 sits at the 50th percentile among all GPUs. This means it is exactly average in the distribution of GPUs, but the lack of benchmark scores and the low specifications (4 GB VRAM, 64-bit bus, 25 W TDP) suggest it is far below what is needed for modern gaming at high settings. The combined percentile for the build is 68, driven mostly by the CPU.

Q: Does the CPU support overclocking?

A: No. The multiplier is locked, and the part number is SRMBA. The base clock is 2.10 GHz and boost clock is 5.20 GHz, but users cannot adjust the multiplier to push beyond these values.

Q: What memory types and PCIe lanes are supported?

A: The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. It also provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. ECC memory is supported, which is useful for workstation reliability.

Q: Is the GPU capable of ray tracing?

A: The Intel Arc A350 has 6 RT cores, so it supports ray tracing hardware. However, the low overall GPU performance means ray tracing would be limited to very low resolutions and settings, if usable at all.

Q: What is the power requirement for a system with this CPU and GPU?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 65 W, and the GPU has a TDP of 25 W. The suggested PSU for the GPU is 200 W, which suggests a modest power supply is sufficient, though the CPU and other components will add to the total draw.

Q: What is the production status of the CPU and GPU?

A: The CPU is marked as Active, meaning it is still in production. The GPU is marked as End-of-life, with a predecessor of Xe Graphics and a successor of Battlemage. This means the GPU may be harder to find new, and driver support may taper off over time.

Who Should Build It

This build is for users who prioritize CPU compute power over graphics performance. The Core i7-13700's 85th percentile ranking and strong multi-threaded scores make it an excellent choice for professionals who run heavily threaded applications. Software developers will benefit from the 24 threads and high integer math score of 138974, which speeds up compilation and testing. Data scientists and researchers using encryption or compression workloads will see strong results, with scores of 25653 and 443900 respectively.

Content creators who work with video editing or 3D rendering will find the CPU capable, as the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 25369 indicates fast render times. However, the GPU's 4 GB VRAM and 50th percentile ranking will limit GPU-accelerated effects and preview rendering. Students in computer science or engineering fields can use this build for coursework involving parallel programming or simulations. Small business workstations that run database servers, virtual machines, or financial modeling will benefit from the CPU's throughput and ECC memory support.

Gamers at 1080p with low settings might find the GPU adequate for esports titles, but the lack of measured FPS data and the GPU's low specifications suggest this is not a gaming-first build. The target user is someone who needs a fast CPU for work and only requires basic display output or light graphics acceleration. The GPU's lack of display outputs means the system will rely on the integrated UHD Graphics 770 for monitor connection, unless a different GPU is installed.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i7-13700 uses the LGA 1700 socket, which supports a range of 12th and 13th Gen processors. The platform supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving builders flexibility in choosing memory based on budget and performance needs. The CPU provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, which is ample for a high-end graphics card or NVMe storage. The motherboard choice will determine additional PCIe lanes and connectivity.

The 65 W TDP of the CPU means it can be cooled by a capable air cooler, leaving headroom for a more powerful GPU in the future. The GPU's suggested PSU is 200 W, which is very low, but a system with this CPU and a future high-end GPU would require a significantly larger power supply. The data suggests that the next sensible upgrade is to replace the Arc A350 with a more powerful GPU, as the CPU has substantial headroom to drive faster graphics cards without bottlenecking.

The GPU is end-of-life and has no display outputs, so upgrading it is almost mandatory for a functional desktop system. The Arc A350's successor is Battlemage, but no specifications are provided. The CPU, on the other hand, is active and has a clear upgrade path to other LGA 1700 processors, though the locked multiplier means any upgrade would involve swapping the chip rather than overclocking.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU can handle high-refresh gaming, with a single-thread score of 2008.5 in Cinebench R23 and a 3dmark single-thread score of 1092. However, the GPU will not deliver high frame rates at high resolutions. Estimated performance suggests the GPU will limit the system to low settings at 1080p, making high-refresh gaming unrealistic for demanding titles.

Streaming: The CPU's 24 threads and 3dmark 16-thread score of 10075 can handle encoding and streaming simultaneously. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 or the Arc A350 could assist with encoding, but the GPU's low specs may limit quality. The CPU alone has enough headroom to manage streaming software while running a game.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 25369 and Geekbench multicore score of 17025 indicate fast export and rendering times in video editing software. The GPU's 4 GB VRAM will limit effects and timeline preview acceleration, but the CPU will carry the heavy lifting.

3D rendering: The CPU excels here. The Cinebench R20 multicore score of 12806 and R15 multicore score of 3692 show strong performance in CPU-based renderers. The GPU's 3.072 TFLOPS FP32 performance is low, so GPU-accelerated rendering will be slow, but CPU rendering will be efficient.

Software development: The passmark integer math score of 138974 and data compression score of 443900 indicate fast compilation and data processing. The 24 threads allow for parallel builds, and the high single-thread score of 4101 in passmark ensures quick responsiveness in IDE tools.

Student and office work: The CPU is overkill for basic tasks, but it provides smooth multitasking. The Geekbench single-core score of 2329 ensures fast application launch times, and the integrated graphics are sufficient for office productivity, making the discrete GPU unnecessary for this scenario.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A350 is a low-power, entry-level GPU based on the Xe-HPG architecture, manufactured on a 6 nm process at TSMC. It has 7,200 million transistors on a 157 mm² die, with a transistor density of 45.9M per mm². The GPU operates at a fixed clock of 2000 MHz for both base and boost, with memory clocked at 1937 MHz effective at 15.5 Gbps. The memory subsystem is limited: 4 GB of GDDR6 on a 64-bit bus, yielding 124.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

With 768 shading units, 48 TMUs, and 24 ROPs, the A350 has a pixel rate of 48.00 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 96.00 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 3.072 TFLOPS, and FP16 is 6.144 TFLOPS with a 2:1 ratio. It has 6 RT cores but no tensor cores listed. The TDP is extremely low at 25 W, and the suggested PSU is 200 W. The bus interface is PCIe 4.0 x8, and it has no display outputs.

The GPU's 50th percentile ranking is misleading because there are no benchmark scores for it. The specifications suggest it is intended for low-power compute tasks or as a basic accelerator, not for gaming. The 4 GB VRAM and 64-bit bus are insufficient for modern games at 1080p with high textures. The RT cores are present, but the overall performance is too low for practical ray tracing. The lack of display outputs means the GPU cannot drive a monitor directly, so it would be used for compute offload while the integrated UHD Graphics 770 handles display. This is a niche use case, and the GPU is end-of-life, so driver support and availability are concerns.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build that pairs a high-end 16-core CPU with an entry-level, end-of-life GPU. The combined percentile is 68, which places the overall system above the median of all builds. The CPU's 85th percentile dominates the combined score, while the GPU's 50th percentile drags it down. The CPU is a Raptor Lake part with 24 threads, a 5.20 GHz boost clock, and a 65 W TDP. The GPU is an Alchemist-generation part with 4 GB VRAM, a 64-bit bus, and a 25 W TDP.

The pairing is unbalanced. The CPU has the compute power to drive a much faster GPU, but the A350 is a low-power accelerator that cannot utilize the CPU's full potential in graphics workloads. For CPU-bound tasks like rendering, compilation, and data processing, this build is excellent. For GPU-bound tasks like gaming or GPU rendering, it will underperform. The build class is desktop, and the data indicates a workstation-oriented configuration where the CPU is the primary investment and the GPU is a secondary component.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance analysis is straightforward: the CPU is the dominant component, and the GPU is the bottleneck in any graphics-related workload. The CPU's average benchmark score is 37135, placing it at the 85th percentile, while the GPU has no score and sits at the 50th percentile. The combined percentile of 68 is pulled down by the GPU. In CPU-heavy tasks, the system will perform near the level of the i7-13700's rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 7 7735H and Intel Core i9-12900T, with deltaPct values under 0.1 percent. In GPU-heavy tasks, the system will perform at the level of an average GPU, but the low specifications suggest it will be closer to entry-level in practice.

The CPU has a 3dmark max threads score of 11737, indicating it can feed a fast GPU, but the A350's 3.072 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 124.0 GB/s bandwidth will limit frame rates in games. Estimated FPS will be low even at 1080p, and the 4 GB VRAM will cause texture loading issues in modern titles. For workloads like video editing, the CPU will handle encoding and effects, but the GPU will not accelerate preview rendering or export times. The bottleneck is the GPU in all graphics tasks, while the CPU is the limiting factor only in single-threaded scenarios where its performance is still strong, given its 85th percentile ranking. The logical upgrade path is to replace the GPU with a higher-performing model, as the CPU has ample headroom to support a much faster graphics card.