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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700E + AMD Radeon RX 9060

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84 Score

Top 16% Ranking

84 / 100

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Power Build

Top 16% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

Well Balanced

CPU

78%

GPU

89%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700E

7,957 Benchmark Score

Top 22% Market Ranking

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GRAPHICS CARD

AMD Radeon RX 9060

16,014 Benchmark Score

Top 11% Market Ranking

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Market Position

How your build compares to others

Budget

0-30

Mid-Range

30-60

High-End

60-85

Enthusiast

85-100

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Strong Performance

Excellent for 1440p gaming. Most games will run at high/ultra settings smoothly.

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Performance Tiers Explained

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

Entry Level

1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports

0-29

Legacy

Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

The Intel Core i7-13700E and AMD Radeon RX 9060 form a desktop pairing with a combined percentile of 62, indicating a configuration that sits above the median of all tested systems. The data indicates a substantial asymmetry between the two components: the CPU ranks in the 64th percentile against all CPUs, while the GPU ranks in the 59th percentile against all GPUs. This delta, while not massive, suggests that the processor has a slight edge in relative standing compared to the graphics card. For a user considering this build, the practical implication is that the platform has a degree of headroom for future GPU upgrades without the processor becoming the limiting factor immediately, though the current balance is reasonably even for a 1080p or 1440p gaming rig.

Balance and Bottleneck

The benchmark results paint a clear picture of where the performance ceiling lies for this configuration. The CPU’s multi-core score of 27941 in Cinebench R23 is a strong showing, placing it in the 64th percentile of all CPUs. In contrast, the GPU’s Passmark G3D score of 17631 places it in the 59th percentile of all GPUs. The difference in percentile rankings—5 points—indicates that the CPU is marginally more capable relative to its peers than the GPU is relative to its own peer group. This suggests that in highly threaded workloads that stress the processor, the CPU will not be the limiting factor; the GPU will likely finish its tasks and wait for the CPU to feed it data.

However, the bottleneck analysis shifts when considering gaming scenarios. While no measured FPS data exists for this exact combination, the relative scores imply that the GPU will be the primary constraint in graphically intensive tasks. The GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3322 is a moderate result, and its average benchmark score of 16014 is roughly on par with the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which scores 16129. This places the RX 9060 in a performance tier where it is well-suited for 1080p and entry-level 1440p gaming. The CPU, with its high single-core score of 3944 in Cinebench R23, is more than capable of keeping up with the GPU’s frame output in most titles, meaning that the GPU will be the limiting factor in games, not the processor.

In productivity tasks, the balance shifts back toward the CPU being the workhorse. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 11735 and Geekbench multi-core score of 12728 demonstrate that the i7-13700E can handle heavy compilation, rendering, and encoding workloads. In these scenarios, the GPU’s compute capabilities—a Passmark GPU Compute score of 9919—are secondary, and the CPU will be the primary driver of performance. The data suggests that this is a balanced system for mixed-use workloads, with the CPU leading in multi-threaded productivity and the GPU defining the gaming experience.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built around the Intel Socket 1700, which hosts the Raptor Lake architecture. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, giving builders flexibility in choosing memory based on availability and preference. The memory bandwidth is not specified, but the dual-channel bus is standard for this class of processor. The CPU also supports ECC memory, a feature that can be relevant for small business workstations or entry-level servers where data integrity is paramount.

The PCIe implementation is notable: the CPU provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the GPU uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 interface. This ensures that the graphics card has full bandwidth available and is forward-compatible with any future storage or expansion cards that might use Gen 5 lanes. The CPU’s integrated graphics, UHD Graphics 770, provides a fallback for troubleshooting or basic display output if the discrete GPU is removed.

Power delivery is a modest consideration for this build. The CPU has a TDP of 65 watts, which is low for a 16-core part, while the GPU has a TDP of 132 watts. The suggested PSU for the GPU is 300 watts, which indicates that a standard mid-range power supply will suffice. The GPU uses a single 8-pin power connector, keeping cable management simple. A sensible next upgrade path would involve moving to a higher-tier GPU, as the CPU’s 64th percentile standing suggests it has headroom to support a more powerful graphics card without becoming a significant bottleneck. The platform’s DDR5 support and PCIe Gen 5 lanes also provide a solid foundation for a future system rebuild, though the Socket 1700 is tied to the 13th generation and its direct predecessors.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700E is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, manufactured on Intel’s 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 1900 MHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, with a 65-watt TDP. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. This configuration is typical for a high-core-count desktop part aimed at productivity, with the multiplier unlocked for overclocking on supported motherboards.

The benchmark scores reflect a processor that is strong in both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 27941 is the highest listed result, indicating that the CPU can sustain heavy multi-threaded loads. The single-core score of 3944 in the same test is also robust, suggesting that the high boost clock of 5.10 GHz is effective in lightly threaded applications. The Geekbench scores of 12728 multi-core and 2437 single-core corroborate this performance profile.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the i7-13700E is positioned in a tight cluster. It is 0.1% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7551P, which scores 7952, and 0.6% ahead of the Intel Core i9-10980XE, which scores 7910. However, it trails the Intel Xeon Gold 6326 by 1.4% and the Xeon Platinum 8180M by 1.9%. These deltas are small, indicating that the i7-13700E is competitive with server-class parts from previous generations, which confirms its efficiency and architecture. For real-world workloads, this means the CPU can handle video editing timelines, software compilation, and 3D rendering tasks with ease, though it is not at the absolute top tier of performance, given its 64th percentile rank.

Who Should Build It

This configuration targets users who need a strong multi-core processor for productivity but do not require top-tier GPU performance for gaming or rendering. Gamers playing at 1080p resolution will find this pairing well-suited, as the GPU’s performance is adequate for that resolution, and the CPU’s high single-core score ensures stable frame pacing. The data suggests that at 1440p, the GPU may start to become the limiting factor, but it will still deliver playable frame rates in most titles, though specific numbers are not available.

Content creators who work with video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU’s multi-core might. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 27941 indicates that the processor can handle rendering tasks efficiently, and the GPU’s compute score of 9919 in Passmark provides acceleration for effects and compositing. Software developers will appreciate the 24 threads, which speed up compilation times, and the ECC memory support adds reliability for long-running build processes. Students and small business workstations will find the 65-watt TDP of the CPU and the 300-watt suggested PSU for the GPU make for a system that is economical to run and cool, without sacrificing performance for office productivity suites that rely on single-threaded performance.

FAQ

Q: What is the combined performance tier of this build?

A: The combined percentile is 62, placing it above the majority of tested desktop configurations.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 7551P?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700E has an average benchmark score of 7957, which is 0.1% higher than the EPYC 7551P’s score of 7952.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory bandwidth?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9060 has a memory bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s, with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i7-13700E has ECC memory support enabled.

Q: What is the suggested power supply wattage for the GPU?

A: The suggested PSU for the AMD Radeon RX 9060 is 300 watts.

Q: How does the GPU’s average score compare to the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti?

A: The RX 9060 has an average benchmark score of 16014, which is 0.7% lower than the RTX 3060 Ti’s score of 16129.

Q: What is the bus interface for the GPU?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 9060 uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 bus interface.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming at 1080p, the combination of the CPU’s 3944 single-core score in Cinebench R23 and the GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 3322 suggests that frame rates will be high, though exact FPS is not measured. The CPU will not bottleneck the GPU in this scenario, allowing the graphics card to operate at its full potential.

Streaming benefits from the CPU’s 24 threads, which can handle encoding overhead without impacting game performance. The multi-core score of 27941 in Cinebench R23 indicates that there is ample processing headroom for both the game and the streaming software.

Video editing is a strong suit for this build. The CPU’s high multi-core performance accelerates rendering and export times, while the GPU’s OpenCL score of 88183 can assist with real-time effects and previews. The 8 GB of VRAM is sufficient for 1080p editing timelines.

3D rendering in applications like Blender or Cinema 4D will rely heavily on the CPU. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 11735 shows that the processor is capable of handling complex scenes, though the GPU’s compute performance of 9919 in Passmark is modest and will not significantly accelerate GPU-based renderers.

Software development tasks, such as compiling large codebases, will see substantial benefit from the 16 cores and 24 threads. The Geekbench multi-core score of 12728 indicates strong parallel processing capabilities, speeding up build times.

For student and office work, this system is overpowered but efficient. The 65-watt TDP of the CPU means low power draw during light loads, and the integrated UHD Graphics 770 can handle basic display tasks if the discrete GPU is not needed, saving energy.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination of the Intel Core i7-13700E and AMD Radeon RX 9060. The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for any game or resolution. Consequently, all frame rate discussions are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of the individual components.

Based on the GPU’s average benchmark score of 16014, which is within 1% of the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, the RX 9060 is expected to deliver solid 1080p gaming performance. In modern titles, this GPU should achieve high frame rates at high settings, though specific numbers cannot be provided. At 1440p, the GPU’s 8 GB of VRAM and 288.0 GB/s bandwidth will be tested, and it is likely that settings will need to be adjusted to maintain smooth performance. The CPU’s strong single-core performance ensures that it will not be the limiting factor in most games, making the GPU the primary determinant of frame rates. The GPU’s DirectX 12 Ultimate support and 28 RT cores enable ray tracing, though performance in such titles will be lower than in rasterized games.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build classified under the "desktop" buildClass, pairing a 13th-generation Intel Core i7 processor with an AMD Radeon RX 9000 series GPU. The Intel Core i7-13700E is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, while the AMD Radeon RX 9060 is based on the RDNA 4.0 architecture with the Navi 44 chip. The combined percentile of 62 places this system in the upper-middle tier of all tested configurations, indicating that it is a capable machine for a wide range of tasks, though it does not reach the top echelon of performance. The CPU’s 64th percentile rank and the GPU’s 59th percentile rank suggest a system that is slightly more focused on processor-heavy workloads than on pure graphics performance.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s average benchmark score is 7957, derived from tests including Cinebench R15, R20, R23, and Geekbench. The strongest result is the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 27941, which demonstrates excellent multi-threaded performance. The single-core score of 3944 in the same test is also strong, ensuring snappy responsiveness in everyday tasks. The CPU’s percentile rank of 64 indicates that it outperforms the majority of CPUs in the database.

The GPU’s average benchmark score is 16014, with the highest individual score being the Geekbench OpenCL result of 88183. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3322 is a more relevant metric for gaming, while the Passmark G3D score of 17631 provides a comprehensive overview of graphics performance. The GPU’s percentile rank of 59 is slightly lower than the CPU’s, but it is still above the median. The combined picture is a system where the CPU leads in relative performance, but the GPU is no slouch, providing a balanced experience for both productivity and gaming.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 9060 is built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture, using the Navi 44 chip manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC. It has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 288.0 GB/s. The GPU has a base clock of 1700 MHz, a game clock of 2400 MHz, and a boost clock of 2990 MHz. The memory runs at 2250 MHz, or 18 Gbps effective. The GPU contains 1792 shading units, 112 texture mapping units, and 64 ROPs, along with 28 ray tracing cores.

In terms of raw compute, the RX 9060 delivers 21.43 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, which is also the FP16 performance at a 1:1 ratio. The texture rate is 334.9 GTexel/s, and the pixel rate is 191.4 GPixel/s. These figures translate to a GPU that is capable of handling modern games at 1080p and entry-level 1440p with high settings. The benchmark scores support this: the Passmark G3D score of 17631 is competitive with the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, which scores 16129, and the RX 9060 is only 0.7% slower on average. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 3322 indicates that the GPU can handle DX12 titles, though it is not a high-end part. The ray tracing cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing, but the moderate 28 RT cores suggest that performance in ray-traced titles will be underwhelming compared to rasterized performance. The GPU’s 59th percentile rank confirms that it is a mid-range part, suitable for mainstream gaming and light compute tasks, but not for heavy 4K rendering or professional visualization workloads. The dual-slot design and single 8-pin power connector make it easy to install in most cases, and the suggested 300-watt PSU is a modest requirement.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700E + AMD Radeon RX 9060

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System Balance Analysis

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Market Position

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Performance Insights

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Performance Tiers Explained

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Balance and Bottleneck

Upgrade Path and Platform

CPU Analysis

Who Should Build It

FAQ

Usage Scenarios

Gaming Performance

Build Overview

Benchmark Performance

GPU Analysis

4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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1440p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Call of Duty: Warzone

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1080p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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