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System Balance Analysis

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

Intel Core i7-13700

37,135 Benchmark Score
Top 9% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A750

20,582 Benchmark Score
Top 9% 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

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70-89

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

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50-69

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

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30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports
0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

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The Intel Core i7-13700 and Intel Arc A750 pairing represents a desktop build centered on a high-core-count CPU with a mid-range graphics card. The CPU is a 16-core, 24-thread Raptor Lake processor with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, built on Intel's 10 nm process. The GPU is an Alchemist-generation Arc A750 with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 17.20 TFLOPS of FP32 compute. The combined percentile for this pairing is 76, placing it above most systems in the database, though the data set contains no measured FPS rows for this exact combination, so all gaming performance discussion is estimated from benchmark scores rather than direct frame-rate measurements.

CPU Analysis

The Core i7-13700 is a hybrid architecture part, combining performance and efficiency cores in its 16-core, 24-thread configuration. This is a Raptor Lake-S design on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, and the CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The 30 MB of shared L3 cache is substantial, and the per-core L2 cache of 2 MB helps feed the cores during multi-threaded workloads. The CPU's base clock of 2.10 GHz is conservative, but the 5.20 GHz boost clock is where the chip spends most of its time under load, allowing it to excel in single-threaded tasks.

Benchmark results show a clear strength in multi-threaded performance. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 25369 is a strong figure, and the 3DMark max threads score of 11737 indicates excellent scaling across the 24 threads. The PassMark multithread score of 36387 reinforces this, and the data compression score of 443900 is particularly high, suggesting the CPU handles archival and compression workloads with ease. In contrast, single-threaded performance is solid but not class-leading; the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2008.5 and the 3DMark single-thread score of 1092 are respectable but place the CPU in the 85th percentile against all CPUs, not the top tier.

The CPU's 65 W TDP is notable for a 16-core part, and this efficiency means it can be cooled by a capable air cooler without exotic liquid solutions. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output, though with a discrete GPU present, it is largely irrelevant for performance. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 10075 versus the 8-thread score of 7649 shows that the CPU gains meaningful performance when more than eight threads are utilized, indicating that heavily threaded applications will see a significant benefit from this chip. The Geekbench multicore score of 17025 versus the single-core score of 2329 further confirms this scaling trend.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming at 1080p, this CPU provides the headroom needed to feed a mid-range GPU. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2008.5 and the 3DMark single-thread score of 1092 indicate that the CPU can handle the per-core demands of modern game engines, though the GPU will likely be the limiter in most titles.

Streaming and content creation workloads benefit from the CPU's multi-threaded prowess. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 25369 and the PassMark multithread score of 36387 indicate that live encoding and simultaneous gameplay will not saturate the CPU, leaving room for background tasks. The data encryption score of 25653 is also strong, which helps with streaming protocol overhead.

Video editing software that leverages multi-core scaling will see strong performance from this chip. The 3DMark max threads score of 11737 and the PassMark integer math score of 138974 suggest that rendering timelines, applying effects, and exporting final cuts will proceed efficiently. The floating-point math score of 97723 is also robust, aiding in video processing filters.

3D rendering in applications like Blender or Cinema 4D relies heavily on CPU compute. The Cinebench R20 multicore score of 12806 and the Cinebench R15 multicore score of 3692 place this CPU in a strong position for such workloads. The PassMark extended instructions score of 26578 indicates good AVX-512 and AVX2 performance, which rendering engines often utilize.

Software development compilation tasks are multi-threaded and benefit from the 24 threads. The PassMark random string sorting score of 46418 and the data compression score of 443900 show that the CPU handles code compilation and packaging efficiently. The Geekbench multicore score of 17025 supports this, as compilers scale well across cores.

For student and office work, this CPU is overpowered but not wasteful. The PassMark single-thread score of 4101 ensures snappy application launches and responsive spreadsheets, while the multi-threaded scores mean that background antivirus scans or system updates will not cause noticeable slowdowns. The efficiency of the 65 W TDP also means that a modest power supply and cooling solution suffice for non-gaming systems.

FAQ

Q: What is the socket and platform for the Core i7-13700?

A: The CPU uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, and it is part of the Core 13th Gen Raptor Lake series. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration.

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the Core i7-13700 includes Intel UHD Graphics 770. This provides a display output option if a discrete GPU is not installed or for troubleshooting purposes.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the Arc A750?

A: The GPU has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 512.0 GB/s. The memory operates at 2000 MHz with 16 Gbps effective speed.

Q: How does the CPU's multi-threaded performance compare to its single-threaded performance?

A: The Cinebench R23 multicore score is 25369, while the single-core score is 2008.5, indicating roughly a 12.6x scaling factor across the 16 cores and 24 threads. The Geekbench multicore score of 17025 versus single-core of 2329 shows a similar ratio.

Q: What is the TDP of the CPU and GPU?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 65 W, while the GPU has a TDP of 225 W. The suggested PSU for this pairing is 550 W.

Q: What PCIe interface does the GPU use?

A: The Intel Arc A750 uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 bus interface. The CPU provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes, so there is ample bandwidth for the GPU.

Q: Is the CPU overclockable?

A: No, the Core i7-13700 has a locked multiplier, meaning it is not unlocked for overclocking. The boost clock of 5.20 GHz is the maximum frequency it will reach automatically.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data shows that the CPU and GPU occupy different performance tiers. The CPU sits in the 85th percentile against all CPUs, while the GPU sits in the 66th percentile against all GPUs. This indicates that the CPU is a stronger component relative to its peers than the GPU is, which means the GPU will be the primary bottleneck in most gaming and GPU-accelerated workloads.

The CPU's 3DMark 16-thread score of 10075 and the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2612 show that the CPU can generate frames faster than the GPU can render them in CPU-bound scenarios. In practice, this means that at 1080p with lower graphics settings, the GPU will be the limiting factor, while at higher resolutions or with more demanding settings, the GPU will still be the limiter but the CPU's higher percentile will prevent it from becoming a secondary bottleneck.

For productivity workloads, the balance shifts. The CPU's PassMark multithread score of 36387 is in the 85th percentile, while the GPU's PassMark compute score of 5368 is in the 66th percentile. This means that CPU-bound tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation will be substantially faster than GPU-accelerated compute tasks like OpenCL or Vulkan workloads. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 98554 for the GPU is decent, but it is not the same tier as the CPU's processing power.

The FPS scaling evidence is absent from the measured data, but the percentile gap of 19 points between CPU and GPU suggests that in gaming, the GPU will cap frame rates well below what the CPU can support. For a balanced system, this pairing favors workloads that are primarily CPU-bound, with gaming being the exception where the GPU's lower percentile becomes the limiting factor.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this specific CPU+GPU combination, so all frame rates discussed here are estimates based on the benchmark scores of each component. The dataIsMeasured field is false, meaning these are expectations rather than verified results.

Based on the GPU's PassMark G3D score of 12534 and the CPU's strong single-threaded performance, this system should handle 1080p gaming with high settings in most titles. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2612 is modest, suggesting that modern AAA games will require medium-to-high settings to maintain playable frame rates. The CPU's 3DMark 2-thread score of 2176 and 4-thread score of 4279 indicate that older games that rely on fewer cores will still perform well.

At 1440p, the GPU's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 512.0 GB/s bandwidth will be more stressed. The pixel rate of 268.8 GPixel/s and texture rate of 537.6 GTexel/s suggest that the GPU can handle the fill rate demands of 1440p, but the 17.20 TFLOPS of FP32 compute may limit performance in shader-heavy scenes. The GPU's 66th percentile ranking against all GPUs places it below the top tier, so expect frame rates in the 40-60 FPS range for demanding titles at high settings.

The CPU's 5.20 GHz boost clock and single-thread score of 1092 in 3DMark ensure that it will not bottleneck the GPU in most scenarios. The GPU's DX12 score of 70 in PassMark is solid, and the Vulkan score of 85631 in Geekbench is strong, suggesting good API utilization. However, the DirectX 10 score of 65 and DirectX 9 score of 181 indicate that older DX9 and DX10 titles may not run as well as expected, as these APIs are not the GPU's strength.

Who Should Build It

This system is well-suited for a desktop user who prioritizes CPU-heavy workloads over GPU-accelerated tasks. The CPU's 85th percentile ranking makes it an excellent choice for content creators who work with video editing, 3D rendering, or software development, as the multi-threaded benchmarks like Cinebench R23 multicore at 25369 and PassMark multithread at 36387 show clear strength in these areas.

Gamers at 1080p resolution will find this pairing adequate for high-refresh-rate gaming in less demanding titles, but the GPU's 66th percentile means that enthusiasts seeking 1440p or 4K gaming at high settings will need to consider a stronger GPU. The CPU's headroom means that upgrading the GPU later is a sensible path without needing to replace the platform.

Students and office workers who run productivity suites, web browsers, and communication tools will find this system more than capable. The PassMark single-thread score of 4101 ensures responsiveness in office applications, and the 65 W CPU TDP means the system runs efficiently and quietly. Small business workstations that run accounting software, databases, or legacy applications will benefit from the CPU's data compression score of 443900 and integer math score of 138974.

Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the 24 threads and the Geekbench multicore score of 17025, which indicates fast compilation times. The ECC memory support is a bonus for workstation reliability, though it requires DDR4 or DDR5 ECC modules that are not standard in consumer builds. The GPU's compute capabilities, while not top-tier, can accelerate some scientific or data analysis workloads, though the CPU will dominate in most scenarios.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 37135, placing it in the 85th percentile against all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 160 with an average score of 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). This means the Core i7-13700 is essentially tied with these competitors, with performance differences of less than one-tenth of a percent, indicating that these CPUs are interchangeable in real-world performance.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 20582, placing it in the 66th percentile against all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Arc B570 at 20556 (0.1% delta), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile at 20534 (0.2% delta), the AMD Radeon R9 M390X at 20662 (-0.4% delta), and the NVIDIA Quadro M4000M at 20480 (0.5% delta). The Arc A750 is effectively tied with these GPUs, with deltas of half a percent or less, meaning that performance differences between them are within the margin of error.

The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pairing is 76, which is higher than the GPU's individual percentile of 66 but lower than the CPU's 85. This indicates that the overall system performance is weighted more heavily by the CPU, and that the GPU is the weaker link in the pairing. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 25369 and the GPU's PassMark G3D score of 12534 provide a combined picture of a system that excels in CPU-intensive tasks but is only average in GPU-accelerated workloads.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Core i7-13700 uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. This gives builders flexibility in choosing memory, though the dual-channel configuration means that four memory slots can be populated for increased capacity. The CPU supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, which provides future-proofing for next-generation GPUs and NVMe SSDs, though the Arc A750 uses PCIe 4.0 x16.

The GPU has a TDP of 225 W and requires a 1x 6-pin and 1x 8-pin power connector, with a suggested PSU of 550 W. The CPU's 65 W TDP means that the total system power draw is manageable, and the 550 W suggestion provides ample headroom for the GPU under full load. A sensible next upgrade would be a stronger GPU, as the CPU's 85th percentile clearly outclasses the GPU's 66th percentile, and the CPU has enough headroom to support a more powerful graphics card without bottlenecking.

The platform's memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 means that builders can choose to save money with DDR4 or invest in DDR5 for future-proofing. The CPU's ECC memory support is a professional feature, though it requires compatible motherboards and ECC modules. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a backup display output, which is useful for troubleshooting or if the discrete GPU fails.

The GPU is marked as end-of-life production, with its successor being Battlemage. This means that the Arc A750 is a current but aging product, and the PCIe 4.0 x16 interface is sufficient for its bandwidth needs. The CPU is still in active production, so the platform has a longer lifespan ahead of it.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i7-13700, a 16-core Raptor Lake processor, with the Intel Arc A750, an Alchemist-generation GPU. The CPU is a high-end part in the 85th percentile against all CPUs, while the GPU is a mid-range part in the 66th percentile against all GPUs. The combined percentile of 76 reflects a system that is above average overall, but with a clear imbalance favoring the CPU.

The build class is desktop, meaning this is a stationary system designed for performance rather than portability. The CPU's 65 W TDP and the GPU's 225 W TDP together require a 550 W PSU, which is a modest requirement for the performance level. The CPU supports up to 30 MB of L3 cache and 24 threads, making it a strong choice for multi-threaded workloads, while the GPU offers 8 GB of GDDR6 memory and 17.20 TFLOPS of FP32 compute.

Overall, this pairing is a productivity-first system that can handle gaming at 1080p with reasonable settings. The CPU is the star of the show, providing top-tier multi-threaded performance that rivals the best in its class, while the GPU is adequate but not exceptional. For users who prioritize CPU-heavy tasks like video editing, 3D rendering, or software development, this is a well-balanced build. For gamers seeking high-refresh or high-resolution gaming, the GPU will be the limiting factor, and upgrading it should be the first consideration.