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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700F + Intel Arc A310E

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83 Score

Top 17% Ranking

83 / 100

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Power Build

Top 17% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

Well Balanced

CPU

92%

GPU

74%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700F

39,009 Benchmark Score

Top 8% Market Ranking

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GRAPHICS CARD

Intel Arc A310E

0 Benchmark Score

Top 26% 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 i7-13700F paired with the Intel Arc A310E is a desktop build combining a high-core-count 13th Gen CPU with an entry-level discrete GPU. The data for this specific pairing contains no measured FPS rows; therefore, all frame rate discussions are estimates derived from the synthetic benchmark scores of the individual components. The combined percentile for this pairing is 68, indicating it outperforms the majority of recorded system configurations, though its performance profile is heavily weighted toward the processor.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this CPU+GPU combination, so any discussion of frame rates is strictly an estimate based on the components' benchmark scores. The Intel Arc A310E sits at the 50th percentile among all GPUs, which positions it as a mid-pack performer for rasterization but with a limited 4 GB memory buffer. For 1080p gaming, the CPU’s single-thread score of 1092 in 3dmark and 4532 in Cinebench R23 suggests it can feed the GPU adequately, but the Arc A310E’s 3.072 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 16 ROPs will likely cap frame rates at low to medium settings for modern titles.

At 1440p, the frame rate estimates would drop further, as the GPU’s 124.0 GB/s bandwidth and 64-bit memory bus become the primary constraints. The CPU’s multi-thread scores (e.g., 32101 in Cinebench R23) are irrelevant here because the GPU is the bottleneck. For esports titles, the data suggests playable frame rates at 1080p with reduced settings, but for AAA games, the 4 GB VRAM will cause texture quality limitations. The estimated FPS figures should be treated as approximate, and the data indicates that this pairing is not designed for high-refresh 1440p or 4K gaming.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A310E is built on the Xe-HPG architecture (Alchemist generation) using a TSMC 6 nm process with 7,200 million transistors on a 157 mm² die. It features 768 shading units, 32 TMUs, and 16 ROPs, with a base and boost clock of 2000 MHz. The memory subsystem consists of 4 GB GDDR6 on a 64-bit bus, delivering 124.0 GB/s of bandwidth at 1937 MHz (15.5 Gbps effective). The GPU includes 6 RT cores, but no tensor core count is listed; the FP16 throughput is 6.144 TFLOPS (2:1 ratio) versus 3.072 TFLOPS FP32.

The pixel rate is 32.00 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 64.00 GTexel/s, which are modest figures for a 2024 release. The card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, making it feature-complete for modern APIs. However, the 4 GB VRAM is a significant limitation for rendering high-resolution textures or complex scenes. The GPU’s 50th percentile ranking confirms it as a mid-range solution, and the benchmark data (which is empty) suggests that its real-world performance is best suited for 1080p medium settings or hardware-accelerated workloads like video transcoding that leverage the Xe-HPG architecture’s dedicated media engines.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU benchmarks are extensive and show a clear performance hierarchy. In 3dmark, the Core i7-13700F scores 8994 with 16 threads, 2178 with 2 threads, 4258 with 4 threads, 7136 with 8 threads, 10716 with max threads, and 1092 with a single thread. This scaling indicates strong multi-core efficiency. In Cinebench, the multicore scores are 3235 (R15), 13482 (R20), and 32101 (R23), while single-core scores are 456 (R15), 1903 (R20), and 4532 (R23). Geekbench shows 15058 multicore and 2225 single-core.

PassMark results further validate the CPU’s strength: a multithread score of 38369, single-thread of 4121, integer math at 141370, floating point at 100422, and data compression at 471838. The CPU’s average benchmark score is 39009, placing it at the 86th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 4245P (avgScore 39215, deltaPct -0.5%), the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS (avgScore 39325, deltaPct -0.8%), the Intel Core Ultra 5 235T (avgScore 38561, deltaPct 1.2%), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 (avgScore 39485, deltaPct -1.2%). The CPU is 1.2% ahead of the Core Ultra 5 235T and within 1.2% of the Ryzen AI 7 450, showing it is competitive with recent mid-range processors.

The GPU has no benchmark scores and no nearest rivals, so its 50th percentile ranking is based on its specifications. The combined picture is a system where the CPU is in the top 14% of all processors, while the GPU is exactly average. This creates a lopsided profile: the CPU provides exceptional compute for productivity, but the GPU limits graphics-intensive tasks.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data shows a severe imbalance between the CPU and GPU. The Core i7-13700F is at the 86th percentile, while the Arc A310E is at the 50th percentile. In gaming workloads, the GPU will be the limiting factor, as its 4 GB VRAM and 124.0 GB/s bandwidth are far below what the CPU’s single-thread performance (1092 in 3dmark single-thread) can support. The CPU can push high frame rates in theory, but the GPU cannot keep up, so frame rates will be GPU-bound at all resolutions above 1080p.

In productivity workloads, the bottleneck reverses. The CPU’s multi-thread scores (e.g., 100422 in PassMark floating point) drive tasks like rendering and compiling, while the GPU’s 3.072 TFLOPS FP32 is not a factor. The estimated FPS scaling confirms this: at 1080p, the GPU limits performance; at higher resolutions, the gap widens. For a balanced system, the data suggests the GPU should be upgraded to a higher-percentile model to match the CPU’s capabilities, or the CPU should be paired with a more powerful GPU for gaming-focused builds.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming, this build is not recommended. The Arc A310E’s 50th percentile ranking and 4 GB VRAM will likely cap frame rates well below what a high-refresh monitor requires, even at 1080p. The CPU’s single-thread score of 4532 in Cinebench R23 is sufficient, but the GPU is the bottleneck.

For streaming, the CPU is well-suited. Its 24 threads and high multi-thread scores (32101 in Cinebench R23) can handle encoding, while the GPU’s hardware encoding capabilities (not specified in the pack) may offload some work. The 86th percentile CPU ensures smooth streaming performance, but the GPU’s gaming limitations may affect the game being streamed.

Video editing benefits from the CPU’s strength. The multicore score of 13482 in Cinebench R20 and 15058 in Geekbench multicore accelerate timeline rendering and export, while the GPU can assist with effects that use DirectX 12 Ultimate features. For 1080p editing, this is a capable setup.

3D rendering is CPU-dominated, and the Core i7-13700F excels here with 10716 in 3dmark max threads and 38369 in PassMark multithread. The GPU’s 6 RT cores are too few for ray tracing, so rendering tasks should rely on the CPU.

Software development is a strong use case. The CPU’s integer math score of 141370 and data compression of 471838 support compilation and version control operations, while the GPU is adequate for basic UI rendering. The 16 cores and 24 threads handle parallel builds efficiently.

Student and office work are trivial for this build. The CPU’s single-thread score of 4121 in PassMark ensures responsive applications, and the GPU’s 4 GB VRAM is more than enough for spreadsheets, documents, and web browsing, though the discrete GPU is unnecessary for these tasks.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The system uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The CPU’s TDP is 65 W, and the GPU’s TDP is 75 W, with a suggested PSU of 250 W, leaving substantial headroom for upgrades. The motherboard’s PCIe Gen 5 support with 16 lanes (CPU only) is forward-looking, while the GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x8.

A sensible next upgrade would be replacing the Arc A310E with a higher-percentile GPU. The CPU’s 86th percentile ranking means it can support a much more powerful graphics card without becoming a bottleneck. The 250 W PSU headroom allows for a mid-range GPU upgrade, though a high-end card would require a PSU upgrade. The memory support for DDR5 means users can upgrade from DDR4 if their motherboard supports it, but the current memory bandwidth is not specified.

The CPU itself is not overclockable (multiplier is locked), so the upgrade path is primarily through the GPU or memory. The platform is mature, and the production status is active for the CPU, while the GPU is end-of-life, making a GPU upgrade a matter of time.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700F is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-S codename) on a 10 nm Intel process. It has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 30 MB shared L3. The die size is 257 mm², and it supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, but no ECC memory.

The CPU’s benchmark scores are consistently strong. In Cinebench R23, it scores 32101 multicore and 4532 single-core, indicating excellent both multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. The 3dmark scores scale well from 2178 (2 threads) to 10716 (max threads), showing efficient thread utilization. PassMark results confirm this with a multithread score of 38369 and a single-thread score of 4121.

The 86th percentile ranking places it above most CPUs, and its nearest rivals (AMD EPYC 4245P, Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS, Core Ultra 5 235T, Ryzen AI 7 450) are all within 1.2% in average score. This suggests the Core i7-13700F is a competitive mid-to-high-end desktop processor. For real workloads, this means fast compile times, quick video exports, and responsive multitasking, though the 65 W TDP is modest for the performance level, indicating good efficiency.

FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 68, meaning it outperforms 68% of recorded system configurations.

Q: Does the Intel Arc A310E have any benchmark scores?

A: No, the FACT PACK lists an empty benchmarks array for the GPU, and its avgBenchmarkScore is 0.

Q: What is the CPU’s single-thread performance compared to its multi-thread performance?

A: The CPU scores 1092 in 3dmark single-thread and 4532 in Cinebench R23 single-core, versus 10716 in 3dmark max threads and 32101 in Cinebench R23 multicore, showing a strong multi-thread advantage.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory bandwidth?

A: The GPU has 124.0 GB/s bandwidth from 4 GB of GDDR6 on a 64-bit bus.

Q: Is the CPU overclockable?

A: No, the multiplier is unlocked (false), so the boost clock of 5.20 GHz is fixed.

Q: What is the suggested PSU wattage for this build?

A: The suggested PSU is 250 W, based on the CPU’s 65 W TDP and GPU’s 75 W TDP.

Q: What is the GPU’s production status?

A: The Intel Arc A310E is end-of-life, with a successor named Battlemage.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who prioritize CPU-heavy workloads over gaming. Gamers at 1080p with low expectations for settings may find it usable, but the GPU’s 50th percentile ranking and 4 GB VRAM make it unsuitable for 1440p or high-refresh gaming. Content creators working on video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU’s 86th percentile performance, with scores like 32101 in Cinebench R23 multicore ensuring fast exports.

Software developers will appreciate the 16 cores and high integer math score of 141370 for compilation and testing. Students and small business workstations for office tasks will find the build overkill, but the CPU’s single-thread performance ensures smooth application responsiveness. The GPU is sufficient for basic graphics tasks, but its end-of-life status means it is not a long-term investment. For users who need a strong CPU for productivity and are willing to upgrade the GPU later, this is a viable starting point.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i7-13700F, a 16-core Raptor Lake processor, with the Intel Arc A310E, an entry-level Xe-HPG GPU. The CPU is at the 86th percentile, while the GPU is at the 50th percentile, resulting in a combined percentile of 68. The overall tier is mid-range, with the CPU providing top-tier compute performance and the GPU providing average graphics capability.

The system is designed for productivity and light gaming, with the CPU handling demanding multi-threaded tasks and the GPU offering basic rendering and media features. The data shows a clear imbalance, but for users who prioritize CPU performance, this build delivers exceptional value in compute tasks. The upgrade path is straightforward: replacing the end-of-life GPU with a more capable model would unlock the CPU’s full potential in gaming and GPU-accelerated workloads.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700F + Intel Arc A310E

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System Balance Analysis

Intel Core i7-13700F

Intel Arc A310E

Market Position

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Performance Insights

Strong Performance

Performance Tiers Explained

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Legacy

Gaming Performance

GPU Analysis

Benchmark Performance

Balance and Bottleneck

Usage Scenarios

Upgrade Path and Platform

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FAQ

Who Should Build It

Build Overview

4K Gaming Performance

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Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Red Dead Redemption 2

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