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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700E + AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE

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88 Score

Top 12% Ranking

88 / 100

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Power Build

Top 12% 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

97%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700E

7,957 Benchmark Score

Top 22% Market Ranking

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GRAPHICS CARD

AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE

57,367 Benchmark Score

Top 3% 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 combination of the Intel Core i7-13700E and the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE represents a high-tier desktop pairing, placing in the 76th percentile overall among all builds. This configuration pairs a 16-core Raptor Lake CPU with a 4nm RDNA 4 GPU, creating a system that is positioned for demanding productivity and high-resolution gaming. The data indicates a strong balance where neither component is drastically undercutting the other, though specific workload analysis reveals where each part excels.

GPU Analysis — VRAM, bandwidth, clocks, RT/tensor hardware, what the benchmark scores mean for rendering

The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE is a substantial graphics processor built on the RDNA 4.0 architecture, specifically the Navi 48 chip manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. This process node allows for a dense design, housing 53,900 million transistors on a 357 mm² die. The GPU operates with a base clock of 1420 MHz, a game clock of 2220 MHz, and a boost clock of 2790 MHz, indicating a wide dynamic range for power management and performance scaling under load.

Memory configuration is a critical aspect of this card’s profile. It includes 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, running at an effective speed of 18 Gbps. This configuration yields a total memory bandwidth of 432.0 GB/s. For a card in this performance tier, the 12 GB capacity is sufficient for modern high-resolution textures, though the 192-bit bus width suggests that bandwidth-intensive tasks at extreme resolutions may be more constrained than on wider-bus competitors. The memory clock of 2250 MHz represents the base memory clock speed.

The compute and rendering capabilities are defined by its 3072 shading units, 192 texture mapping units (TMUs), and 96 raster output units (ROPs). These specifications translate to a pixel rate of 267.8 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 535.7 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is rated at 34.28 TFLOPS, which is identical to its FP16 performance at a 1:1 ratio, indicating that the card does not have dedicated accelerated FP16 paths that double throughput. For ray tracing, the card features 48 dedicated RT cores, which positions it as a capable, though not top-tier, ray tracing performer.

Benchmark results for the GPU show a score of 5424 in the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 test, which is a modern, API-agnostic benchmark that stresses the GPU with a variety of rendering techniques. In the Geekbench OpenCL test, the card scores 109309 points. These scores place the GPU in the 87th percentile of all GPUs, indicating that it outperforms the vast majority of graphics cards on the market. The average benchmark score for the GPU is 57367. In comparison to its nearest rivals, the data shows a tight cluster: it is 0.7% behind the Intel Arc A580, 1.2% behind the AMD Radeon RX 5600 OEM, 1.5% behind the Intel Arc A570M, and 1.8% behind the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT. This suggests that while the RX 9070 GRE is a strong performer, its raw average score is almost identical to a group of other cards, making real-world performance differences likely negligible in many scenarios.

Benchmark Performance — exact CPU and GPU scores, percentile positions, and what the combined picture is

The combined benchmark picture for this system is defined by the CPU’s 64th percentile rank and the GPU’s 87th percentile rank, resulting in a combined build percentile of 76. This indicates a system that is more heavily weighted toward graphics performance relative to its CPU peers, but the CPU is still firmly in the mid-to-upper range of all processors.

The CPU’s performance is quantified by several scores. In Cinebench R23, it achieves a multi-core score of 27941 and a single-core score of 3944. These are strong numbers, with the multi-core score being particularly indicative of heavy parallel workloads. In Geekbench, the CPU scores 12728 in multi-core and 2437 in single-core tests. The average benchmark score for the CPU is 7957. The CPU’s nearest rivals show a tight grouping, with the Intel Core i7-13700E being 0.1% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7551P, 0.6% ahead of the Intel Core i9-10980XE, 1.4% behind the Intel Xeon Gold 6326, and 1.9% behind the Intel Xeon Platinum 8180M. This indicates that the 13700E sits in a performance bracket where small architectural and clock differences between various server and enthusiast processors result in near-identical average scores.

The GPU’s average benchmark score is 57367, which is significantly higher in absolute terms than the CPU’s average score of 7957. This is expected, as GPU benchmark scores typically have larger numerical ranges. However, the percentile ranks are the more meaningful comparison. The GPU’s 87th percentile versus the CPU’s 64th percentile shows that, relative to their respective markets, the GPU is the stronger component. This means that in a balanced workload, the CPU is likely to be the first bottleneck, especially in tasks that require high single-thread performance or in gaming scenarios at lower resolutions where the CPU must feed frames quickly to the GPU.

CPU Analysis — cores, clocks, architecture, what the benchmark scores mean for real workloads

The Intel Core i7-13700E is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-S die. This architecture is a hybrid design, though the FACT PACK does not specify the P-core/E-core split. The CPU has a base clock of 1900.00 MHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, indicating a high potential for single-thread performance when the workload demands it. The TDP is rated at 65 W, which is relatively low for a 16-core part, suggesting that it is designed for power efficiency and manageable cooling requirements in a desktop environment.

The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and a shared 30 MB L3 cache. This substantial L3 cache is beneficial for workloads that require rapid access to frequently used data across multiple cores. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, offering flexibility in platform memory choices. It also supports ECC memory, which is a feature typically associated with workstation and server environments, indicating that this CPU can be used in reliability-focused builds. The integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 770, which provides a basic display output capability, meaning a discrete GPU is not strictly required for system operation. The CPU is built on a 10 nm process at Intel and has a die size of 257 mm².

The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 27941 is a strong result for a 65W part, indicating that the CPU can handle multi-threaded rendering and encoding tasks effectively. The single-core score of 3944 is excellent, suggesting that the high boost clock of 5.10 GHz is effective in lightly-threaded tasks such as gaming and general desktop responsiveness. The Geekbench multi-core score of 12728 and single-core score of 2437 corroborate this profile. The average benchmark score of 7957 places the CPU nearly exactly in line with its nearest rivals, all of which score between 7910 and 8110. This means that for raw computational throughput, the 13700E is functionally equivalent to older HEDT and server parts like the Intel Core i9-10980XE and the AMD EPYC 7551P, despite being a more modern, power-efficient design. In real workloads, the data suggests the CPU is well-suited for tasks like video editing, 3D rendering, and software compilation, where its 24 threads can be fully utilized.

Balance and Bottleneck — which component limits which workload, using percentiles and FPS scaling as evidence

The balance between the Intel Core i7-13700E and the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE is tilted towards the GPU. The GPU’s 87th percentile rank is 23 points higher than the CPU’s 64th percentile rank. This 23-point gap is significant and indicates that in most gaming scenarios, the CPU will be the limiting factor. This is especially true at lower resolutions like 1080p, where the GPU can render frames quickly, but the CPU must process game logic and draw calls. In such cases, the CPU’s single-core performance, while strong, will cap the achievable frame rate before the GPU reaches its maximum output.

Conversely, in high-resolution gaming at 4K, the GPU becomes the primary bottleneck. At this resolution, the GPU’s rendering load increases dramatically, and the 12 GB of VRAM and 432.0 GB/s of bandwidth will be taxed heavily. The CPU’s 64th percentile rank is sufficient to keep up with the GPU’s frame output at this resolution, meaning the system is more balanced at 4K. The data supports this analysis through the combined percentile of 76, which is roughly the midpoint between the two component percentiles, suggesting that on average, neither part is severely underpowered for the other.

For productivity workloads, the bottleneck shifts depending on the task. In multi-threaded tasks like video rendering or 3D modeling, the CPU’s 24 threads are the primary engine, and the GPU may be underutilized if the software is not GPU-accelerated. The CPU’s average benchmark score is nearly identical to its rivals, indicating that it will not be the weakest link in a professional workflow. However, in GPU-accelerated rendering tasks using APIs like DirectX 12 or OpenCL, the GPU’s compute power (34.28 TFLOPS FP32) will dominate, and the CPU’s role becomes that of a data feeder. Overall, the system is well-balanced for high-resolution gaming and mixed productivity, but will show CPU limitations in esports titles or at 1080p with a high-refresh-rate monitor.

Who Should Build It — target users and industries tied strictly to the measured performance

Based strictly on the measured performance data, this build is suited for users who prioritize graphics performance without neglecting multi-threaded CPU capabilities. The GPU’s 87th percentile rank and the CPU’s 64th percentile rank indicate that this system is designed for high-fidelity gaming and GPU-accelerated work.

Gamers at 1440p and 4K are the primary target audience. The GPU’s strong 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 5424 and its high percentile rank suggest it can handle demanding titles at high settings in these resolutions. The CPU’s single-core score of 3944 in Cinebench R23 is adequate to prevent major bottlenecks at these resolutions, where the GPU is the main workload driver.

Content creators and 3D artists who use GPU-accelerated renderers will benefit from the RX 9070 GRE’s 34.28 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 12 GB VRAM. The CPU’s 24 threads and Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 27941 provide robust support for scene preparation, physics simulation, and final frame assembly.

Software developers compiling large codebases will find the CPU’s multi-core performance useful. The Geekbench multi-core score of 12728 indicates strong parallel processing ability, which translates to faster build times in multi-threaded compilation environments.

Students and small business workstation users in fields like engineering or data science will find the system capable. The CPU’s support for ECC memory is a notable feature for data integrity, and the overall 76th percentile combined rank ensures the system is far faster than a typical office PC. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 also provides a fallback if the discrete GPU is not needed or is being serviced.

FAQ

Q: What are the multi-core and single-core Cinebench R23 scores for the CPU?

A: The CPU scores 27941 in multi-core and 3944 in single-core Cinebench R23 tests.

Q: What is the GPU’s performance percentile and its score in 3DMark Steel Nomad?

A: The GPU is in the 87th percentile of all GPUs and scores 5424 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12.

Q: How much VRAM does the GPU have and what is the memory bus width?

A: The GPU has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing 432.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What is the CPU’s TDP and what is the suggested PSU wattage for the GPU?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 65 W, and the GPU’s suggested PSU wattage is 550 W.

Q: Does the CPU support overclocking?

A: Yes, the CPU has an unlocked multiplier, indicating it supports overclocking.

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

A: The combined build percentile is 76.

Q: What memory types does the CPU support?

A: The CPU supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU and GPU combination. Therefore, all frame rate figures discussed here are estimates based on the benchmark scores and percentile positions of the individual components. No exact FPS values are available for specific games or resolutions.

The gaming performance can be inferred from the GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 5424 and its 87th percentile rank. This score suggests that the RX 9070 GRE is capable of running modern AAA titles at high settings in 1440p and 4K resolutions with playable frame rates. The GPU’s 12 GB VRAM is likely sufficient for high-resolution texture packs, though the 432.0 GB/s bandwidth might be a limiting factor in extreme cases. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3944 suggests that it can keep up with the GPU in most gaming scenarios, but at 1080p, the CPU’s 64th percentile rank may become a bottleneck, potentially limiting maximum frame rates in esports titles or CPU-intensive simulations. The overall 76th combined percentile indicates that this system is a high-tier gaming rig, but due to the lack of measured data, the specific FPS numbers are estimates and may vary significantly between titles.

Build Overview

This build is a desktop class system combining the Intel Core i7-13700E processor with the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE graphics card. The CPU is a 16-core, 24-thread Raptor Lake processor with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz and a 65 W TDP. The GPU is a RDNA 4 architecture card with 12 GB of VRAM and a 220 W TDP. The combined percentile of 76 places this system in the upper quartile of all desktop builds, indicating a high-performance configuration. The CPU’s individual percentile is 64, while the GPU’s is 87, making this a GPU-dominant system overall. This pairing is suitable for high-resolution gaming and demanding productivity tasks that leverage GPU compute.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The GPU’s 87th percentile rank and 34.28 TFLOPS of FP32 performance suggest it can drive high frame rates in many titles. However, the CPU’s 64th percentile rank may limit performance in esports titles at 1080p, where high frame rates require strong single-thread performance. The data suggests this is a better fit for 1440p high-refresh gaming.

Streaming: The CPU’s 24 threads provide ample headroom for encoding video while gaming. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 27941 indicates that the CPU can handle the encoding workload without severely impacting game performance, making this a capable single-PC streaming setup.

Video editing: The combination of a strong multi-core CPU and a high-performance GPU is ideal. The CPU’s 24 threads will accelerate timeline scrubbing and effect rendering, while the GPU’s 12 GB VRAM and 432.0 GB/s bandwidth can handle 4K video playback and GPU-accelerated exports in software that supports it.

3D rendering: In GPU-accelerated renderers, the RX 9070 GRE’s performance will be the primary driver. The 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 5424 and the 48 RT cores suggest good performance in ray-traced workloads. The CPU’s 24 threads will assist with scene setup and simulation.

Software development: The CPU’s Geekbench multi-core score of 12728 indicates strong performance in multi-threaded compilation tasks. The support for ECC memory is a bonus for long-running builds that require data integrity, making this a solid choice for a development workstation.

Student and office work: This system is overkill for standard office tasks, but the integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a reliable display output. The 16 cores and 24 threads ensure that even the most demanding multitasking scenarios, such as running multiple virtual machines or large spreadsheets, will be smooth. The overall 76th percentile rank ensures it will remain fast for years.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i7-13700E uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform. The CPU supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory, allowing a builder to choose between cost-effective DDR4 or higher-performance DDR5. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, which is the primary interface for the discrete GPU. The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 interface, ensuring full compatibility with the CPU’s lanes.

The GPU has a TDP of 220 W and requires a 550 W power supply, as indicated by the suggested PSU specification. It requires 2x 8-pin power connectors. The CPU has a TDP of 65 W, so a standard high-quality power supply within the suggested wattage will have ample headroom for the entire system.

A sensible next upgrade path for this system would be to first address the CPU bottleneck. Since the CPU is in the 64th percentile and the GPU is in the 87th, upgrading the CPU to a higher-tier Socket 1700 part would better balance the system for 1080p gaming and high-refresh-rate scenarios. Alternatively, adding more memory or faster DDR5 memory could improve performance in memory-sensitive applications, given the dual-channel support. The platform’s support for PCIe Gen 5 means that future storage devices using that interface will be fully supported. The 550 W PSU leaves little headroom for a major GPU upgrade to a more power-hungry card, so that would likely require a PSU upgrade as well.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700E + AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE

Power Build

System Balance Analysis

Intel Core i7-13700E

AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE

Market Position

Game Performance Benchmarks

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

Performance Insights

Strong Performance

Performance Tiers Explained

Ultimate

High-End

Mid-Range

Entry Level

Legacy

GPU Analysis — VRAM, bandwidth, clocks, RT/tensor hardware, what the benchmark scores mean for rendering

Benchmark Performance — exact CPU and GPU scores, percentile positions, and what the combined picture is

CPU Analysis — cores, clocks, architecture, what the benchmark scores mean for real workloads

Balance and Bottleneck — which component limits which workload, using percentiles and FPS scaling as evidence

Who Should Build It — target users and industries tied strictly to the measured performance

FAQ

Gaming Performance

Build Overview

Usage Scenarios

Upgrade Path and Platform

4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1440p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1080p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

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