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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700E + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

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89 / 100
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Power Build

Top 11% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
CPU Bottleneck
CPU
78%
VS
GPU
99%

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PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700E

7,957 Benchmark Score
Top 22% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

131,938 Benchmark Score
Top 1% 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 data presented here pairs the Intel Core i7-13700E, a 16-core Raptor Lake desktop processor, with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti, a GA102-based Ampere flagship GPU. This is a desktop-class combination sitting at the 80th percentile overall among all CPU+GPU pairings. The CPU alone holds the 64th percentile against all CPUs, while the GPU commands the 95th percentile against all GPUs. The benchmark database contains no measured FPS rows for this exact combination, so all frame-rate discussion below is estimated from the component benchmark scores rather than observed game data. This pairing represents a high-end workstation or enthusiast gaming configuration, with the GPU clearly outpacing the CPU in relative standing.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700E is a 16-core, 24-thread processor built on Intel’s 10 nm Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-S desktop variant. It has a base clock of 1900.00 MHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The chip’s thermal design power is 65 W, which is notably modest for a 16-core part, suggesting it is engineered for efficiency in sustained workloads rather than raw unlocked power draw. The cache hierarchy is substantial: 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. This large L3 pool is critical for workloads that repeatedly access a working set larger than typical per-core caches, such as database queries or compile jobs with shared modules.

The processor’s 16 cores and 24 threads indicate a hybrid design, though the FACT PACK does not specify P-core/E-core counts. The 24 threads over 16 cores imply that 8 cores have hyper-threading, with the remaining 8 cores likely being efficiency cores without hyper-threading. The 5.10 GHz boost clock on the performance cores gives it strong single-threaded behavior, which is reflected in the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3944. That score places it well above older server parts in single-threaded tasks, though it sits only at the 64th percentile overall because many higher-core-count workstation chips dominate multi-threaded tests.

Multi-threaded performance is the CPU’s main strength. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 27941 is a strong result for a 65 W processor, placing it in the upper half of all CPUs. The Geekbench multicore score of 12728 reinforces this, while the single-core Geekbench score of 2437 shows balanced scaling between single- and multi-threaded tests. In Cinebench R20, the multicore score is 11735, and in R15 it is 2816. These numbers are consistent with a processor that can handle heavy all-core loads like video encoding or 3D rendering, but the 65 W TDP suggests that sustained all-core boost clocks may be lower than the 5.10 GHz maximum — the average benchmark score of 7957 across all CPU tests indicates that real-world performance is competitive with much larger server chips.

In the nearest rival comparisons, the i7-13700E’s average score of 7957 is essentially tied with the AMD EPYC 7551P (7952, +0.1%) and the Intel Core i9-10980XE (7910, +0.6%). It trails the Intel Xeon Gold 6326 (8071, -1.4%) and the Intel Xeon Platinum 8180M (8110, -1.9%) by small margins. This is remarkable because those rivals are high-core-count enterprise parts, while the i7-13700E achieves comparable average scores with far fewer threads and a much lower TDP. For real workloads, this means the i7-13700E can match older 18-core and 28-core server chips in multi-threaded throughput per the benchmark averages, while offering superior single-threaded responsiveness. The 30 MB L3 cache and dual-channel memory support (DDR4 or DDR5) make it flexible for both gaming and productivity, though the dual-channel memory bus could limit memory-bound tasks compared to quad-channel server platforms.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s benchmark suite shows a clear pattern: strong single-core and respectable multi-core results for its class. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3944 places it ahead of most older desktop CPUs, while the multicore score of 27941 demonstrates that the 16 cores work well together. The Geekbench scores — 12728 multicore and 2437 single-core — align with this, indicating consistent performance across different benchmark methodologies. The average CPU benchmark score of 7957 puts it exactly at the 64th percentile, meaning it outperforms about two-thirds of all CPUs in the database.

The GPU, in contrast, is a top-tier performer. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti achieves a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5741, a Geekbench OpenCL score of 174441, and a Geekbench Vulkan score of 215633. Its average benchmark score of 131938 places it at the 95th percentile of all GPUs — meaning it outperforms 95% of all GPUs in the database. The nearest rivals are all professional or workstation-oriented cards: the NVIDIA L4 (131072, +0.7%), the NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada Generation (135218, -2.4%), the NVIDIA A10M (135230, -2.4%), and the AMD Radeon PRO W6800 (135396, -2.6%). The RTX 3090 Ti sits essentially in the same performance tier as these cards, trading small percentage leads against the L4 while trailing the others by less than 3%.

The combined picture is a CPU that is mid-pack (64th percentile) paired with a GPU that is near the top (95th percentile). The overall build percentile of 80 reflects this imbalance — the GPU dominates the combined score, while the CPU holds it back from the very top tier. In CPU-bound workloads, the i7-13700E will perform adequately but will not match the GPU’s extreme capability. In GPU-bound tasks like high-resolution gaming or GPU rendering, the RTX 3090 Ti will carry the system to elite performance levels. The delta between the CPU’s 64th percentile and the GPU’s 95th percentile is significant, indicating that the CPU is the limiting factor in most scenarios that stress both components.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i7-13700E uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the processor, which is forward-looking for high-bandwidth storage or GPU connectivity. The platform supports ECC memory, a feature typically reserved for workstation or server platforms, making this a viable choice for error-sensitive computational workloads. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output and hardware decode capabilities, though the discrete RTX 3090 Ti will handle all serious graphics work.

The CPU’s 65 W TDP is low enough that most mid-range motherboards can handle it without exotic cooling. However, the boost clock of 5.10 GHz suggests that adequate cooling is still necessary for sustained single-threaded performance. The GPU, by contrast, has a TDP of 450 W and requires an 850 W suggested PSU. This is a substantial power supply recommendation, reflecting the GPU’s high peak draw. The RTX 3090 Ti also uses a single 16-pin power connector and is a triple-slot card, so case clearance is a consideration — the card is 336 mm long, 140 mm high, and 61 mm wide.

A sensible next upgrade path would focus on the CPU, given the GPU’s high percentile standing. The Socket 1700 platform supports 13th Gen Intel processors, so a higher-tier 13th Gen CPU (if one existed in the same socket with more cores or higher clocks) would be the natural upgrade. That said, the FACT PACK does not list specific alternative CPUs for this socket. The memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 means users can choose between cost-effective DDR4 or higher-bandwidth DDR5, though the dual-channel bus limits maximum memory bandwidth compared to high-end quad-channel workstation platforms. The PCIe Gen 5 support ensures that future NVMe SSDs or GPUs will not be bottlenecked by the interface. For users with an 850 W PSU, there is headroom for additional drives or fans, but the GPU’s 450 W TDP consumes a significant portion of that budget.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who need extreme GPU compute power but do not require top-tier multi-threaded CPU throughput. The RTX 3090 Ti’s 95th percentile ranking makes it ideal for professionals working with GPU-accelerated rendering, machine learning inference, or video processing. The 24 GB of GDDR6X memory and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth allow handling large models or high-resolution textures without swapping to system memory. The CPU’s 64th percentile is sufficient for most single-threaded interaction and moderate multi-threaded tasks, but it will not compete with 32-core or 64-core workstation chips in heavily threaded CPU workloads.

Gamers at 4K resolution will benefit most from this pairing, as the GPU becomes the bottleneck at higher resolutions, minimizing the CPU’s relative weakness. Content creators who work primarily in GPU-accelerated applications like DaVinci Resolve or Blender Cycles will see strong performance, as those tools leverage the GPU’s 10752 shading units and 336 tensor cores. Software developers compiling large codebases will find the 16 cores helpful, though the 65 W TDP means sustained all-core compilation may throttle below the peak boost. Students and small business workstations that run a mix of office productivity, web development, and occasional GPU rendering will find this build overkill in GPU capability but adequate in CPU performance for daily tasks.

The CPU’s ECC memory support makes it suitable for data integrity-sensitive workloads, such as financial modeling or scientific computing, where a memory error could corrupt results. The 30 MB L3 cache also benefits database workloads that exhibit cache locality. However, the dual-channel memory bus is a limitation for memory-bandwidth-intensive tasks like large-scale data analytics or in-memory databases, which prefer quad-channel or eight-channel configurations. The build is less suitable for users who prioritize CPU rendering in applications like Cinebench or V-Ray, where the i7-13700E’s 27941 Cinebench R23 score will be eclipsed by higher-core-count server chips.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 3090 Ti’s 95th percentile ranking suggests it can drive extremely high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, though the CPU’s 64th percentile may limit frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios like competitive shooters. At 4K, the GPU will be the primary bottleneck, making this pairing well-suited for high-refresh 4K gaming. The lack of measured FPS data means exact frame rates are unknown, but the GPU’s benchmark scores indicate elite rasterization capability.

Streaming: The GPU’s 336 tensor cores and 84 RT cores provide hardware acceleration for encoding and AI-based features like DLSS. The CPU’s 16 cores handle streaming overhead plus game logic without excessive strain, though the 65 W TDP may limit sustained all-core performance during simultaneous gaming and encoding. The 24 GB VRAM ensures no memory pressure from game textures plus streaming buffers.

Video editing: The RTX 3090 Ti’s 40.00 TFLOPS FP32 and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth accelerate timeline rendering, effects, and color grading in GPU-accelerated editors. The CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 27941 handles export encoding, though it will not match higher-core workstation CPUs in pure CPU encode. The large VRAM allows 8K timelines with multiple layers without spillover.

3D rendering: For GPU-based renderers, the RTX 3090 Ti’s 10752 shading units and 84 RT cores deliver excellent ray tracing performance, as indicated by its 5741 3DMark Steel Nomad score. CPU-based rendering sees the i7-13700E’s 27941 Cinebench R23 multicore score, which is adequate for mid-sized scenes but slower than 32-core alternatives. Hybrid rendering workloads will balance the two components.

Software development: The 16 cores and 24 threads handle parallel compilation well, with the 30 MB L3 cache reducing cache misses in large codebases. The 5.10 GHz boost clock provides fast single-threaded interaction for IDE responsiveness. ECC memory support protects against silent data corruption in long-running test suites.

Student and office work: This build is overkill for typical office tasks, but the CPU’s 2437 Geekbench single-core score ensures snappy application launches and web browsing. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a backup display output, though the discrete GPU will handle any graphics-accelerated tasks. The 65 W CPU TDP keeps idle and light-load power consumption reasonable.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is built on the 8 nm Samsung process with 28,300 million transistors on a 628 mm² die. The GA102 chip has a base clock of 1560 MHz and a boost clock of 1860 MHz, with memory running at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective). The 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus delivers 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth, which is essential for high-resolution textures and large compute datasets. The GPU has 10752 shading units, 336 texture mapping units, and 112 render output units, giving it a pixel rate of 208.3 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 625.0 GTexel/s.

The 84 RT cores and 336 tensor cores provide dedicated hardware for ray tracing and AI workloads. The FP32 throughput of 40.00 TFLOPS and FP16 throughput of 40.00 TFLOPS (1:1) indicate that the GPU does not sacrifice half-precision performance, which is beneficial for machine learning training where FP16 is commonly used. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5741 places it in the top 5% of GPUs, while the Geekbench Vulkan score of 215633 shows strong cross-API performance.

The GPU’s 95th percentile ranking means it outperforms nearly all other GPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals are professional cards like the NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada Generation and AMD Radeon PRO W6800, with which it trades performance within a 2.6% margin. This indicates the RTX 3090 Ti is not just a gaming card but a legitimate compute workhorse. The 450 W TDP and suggested 850 W PSU reflect its power appetite, and the triple-slot design with a single 16-pin connector requires a compatible power supply and case. The 1.01 TB/s bandwidth is critical for feeding the 10752 shading units, preventing bandwidth starvation in high-resolution rendering or large-batch compute tasks.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination in the FACT PACK, so all frame-rate expectations are estimates derived from the component benchmark scores. The RTX 3090 Ti’s 95th percentile GPU ranking and 5741 3DMark Steel Nomad score indicate exceptional rasterization and ray tracing performance. At 1080p, the CPU’s 64th percentile will likely cap frame rates in esports titles, potentially preventing the GPU from reaching its maximum output. At 1440p, the pairing should deliver high frame rates in most titles, with the GPU becoming more dominant. At 4K, the GPU’s 24 GB VRAM and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth will support ultra textures and high detail settings without memory pressure, making the RTX 3090 Ti the primary determinant of frame rates.

Given the CPU’s 3944 Cinebench R23 single-core score and 2437 Geekbench single-core score, single-threaded game logic performance is solid but not top-tier. Games that rely heavily on a single core may see lower frame rates than with a CPU at the 90th percentile. However, the GPU’s raw power means that at higher resolutions and with graphics settings maxed, the CPU bottleneck diminishes. For ray-traced titles, the 84 RT cores will provide significant acceleration, though the exact FPS impact depends on the game’s ray tracing implementation. The overall picture is a system that excels in GPU-bound gaming scenarios, particularly at 4K with ultra settings, while being only moderately ahead of lower-tier GPU pairings in CPU-bound 1080p esports.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 80, meaning it outperforms 80% of all builds in the database.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The i7-13700E’s average score of 7957 is 0.1% above the AMD EPYC 7551P (7952), 0.6% above the Intel Core i9-10980XE (7910), and 1.4% below the Intel Xeon Gold 6326 (8071).

Q: What is the GPU’s memory bandwidth?

A: The RTX 3090 Ti has 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, delivering 1.01 TB/s bandwidth.

Q: Does this build support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i7-13700E supports ECC memory, though it uses a dual-channel memory bus with DDR4 or DDR5 support.

Q: What power supply is suggested for this GPU?

A: The suggested PSU for the RTX 3090 Ti is 850 W, with the GPU having a 450 W TDP.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking?

A: The RTX 3090 Ti ranks at the 95th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 131938.

Q: Are there measured FPS results for this exact combination?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this CPU+GPU pairing, so all frame-rate figures are estimates from benchmark scores.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data shows a clear imbalance: the GPU sits at the 95th percentile while the CPU sits at the 64th percentile. In GPU-bound workloads such as 4K gaming or GPU rendering, the RTX 3090 Ti will be the limiting component, and the CPU will have headroom. In CPU-bound workloads like 1080p high-refresh gaming or single-threaded applications, the i7-13700E will be the bottleneck, preventing the GPU from achieving its full potential. The combined percentile of 80 reflects this — the system is strong overall but not elite because the CPU drags down the average.

The FPS scaling between resolutions is expected to follow this pattern: at 1080p, the CPU’s 64th percentile will cap frame rates, making the GPU’s power irrelevant in many titles. At 1440p, the balance shifts toward the GPU, and at 4K, the GPU becomes the clear bottleneck. The CPU’s 16 cores help in multi-threaded games that use more than 8 threads, but the 65 W TDP may limit sustained boost clocks in long gaming sessions. The GPU’s 450 W TDP and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth ensure it will not be memory-starved, but its power draw requires the 850 W PSU to be robust.

The nearest rival data reinforces this: the CPU is competitive with server chips in average score, but those chips have far higher core counts, meaning the i7-13700E’s per-core performance is superior while its all-core throughput is lower. The GPU, by contrast, is within 2.6% of professional workstation cards, indicating it is a top-tier compute device. For users who prioritize GPU-accelerated tasks, this pairing is balanced. For users who need both CPU and GPU at the same percentile level, a higher-core CPU would be a better match.

Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i7-13700E desktop processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti graphics card. The CPU is a 16-core, 24-thread Raptor Lake part with a 5.10 GHz boost clock and a 65 W TDP, while the GPU is a 450 W Ampere flagship with 24 GB of GDDR6X memory and 10752 shading units. The build class is desktop, and the overall tier is the 80th percentile, placing it in the upper echelon of all systems but not the top tier due to the CPU’s mid-pack standing.

The RTX 3090 Ti’s 95th percentile ranking makes this a GPU-centric system, ideal for users whose workloads are dominated by graphics or compute. The CPU’s 64th percentile is adequate for general productivity and mid-range multi-threaded tasks, but it is the clear weak point in this pairing. The 65 W CPU TDP keeps the system’s total power draw manageable within the 850 W suggested PSU, though the GPU’s triple-slot size and 336 mm length require a spacious case. This is a high-performance desktop workstation or enthusiast gaming build, with the GPU being the star of the show and the CPU providing competent but not exceptional support.