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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

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Top 9% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

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CPU
92%
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GPU
90%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700F

39,009 Benchmark Score
Top 8% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

16,504 Benchmark Score
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0-30
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30-60
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60-85
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85-100
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90-100

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4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

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70-89

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700F is a 16-core, 24-thread desktop processor built on Intel's Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-S) and fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process node with a die size of 257 mm². It operates at a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, with a 65 W TDP. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. This is not an unlocked multiplier part (locked), and it carries the part number SRMBB, with a release date of January 3, 2023, and a launch MSRP of $359.

Benchmark data shows a processor that scales strongly with thread count. In 3DMark tests, the CPU scores 1,092 in single-thread, 2,178 in 2-threads, 4,258 in 4-threads, 7,136 in 8-threads, 8,994 in 16-threads, and 10,716 in max-threads. The scaling from 8 to 16 threads is roughly 26% improvement, while moving from 16 to max threads yields another 19%, indicating that the 24-thread configuration leverages hyper-threading effectively for heavily parallel workloads. Single-thread performance is robust, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 4,532 and Geekbench single-core at 2,225, suggesting strong responsiveness in lightly threaded applications like everyday desktop use and older games.

Multi-threaded performance is where this CPU shines. Cinebench R23 multi-core reaches 32,101, Cinebench R20 multi-core hits 13,482, and Cinebench R15 multi-core scores 3,235. Geekbench multi-core is 15,058. PassMark results reinforce this: multithread score of 38,369, integer math at 141,370, floating point math at 100,422, and extended instructions at 28,295. Data compression in PassMark is particularly high at 471,838, while encryption is 26,956 and random string sorting is 49,974. The physics score in PassMark is 2,236, and find prime numbers is 156. These numbers indicate a processor that excels in content creation, compilation, and scientific computing tasks that can utilize all 24 threads.

The CPU's average benchmark score is 39,009, placing it at the 86th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are tightly clustered: the AMD EPYC 4245P scores 39,215 (0.5% higher), the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS scores 39,325 (0.8% higher), the Intel Core Ultra 5 235T scores 38,561 (1.2% lower), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 scores 39,485 (1.2% higher). This places the i7-13700F in a competitive middle ground—slightly below some mobile and workstation parts but within 1-2% across the board. The data suggests that for desktop workloads, this CPU is essentially at parity with those rivals, with the delta being negligible in real-world use.

# Benchmark Performance

The CPU's overall benchmark profile is strong, but the GPU data tells a different story. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 is based on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture (GB202 chip) on TSMC's 5 nm process, with 92,200 million transistors on a 750 mm² die (transistor density of 122.9M per mm²). It has a base clock of 2017 MHz and a boost clock of 2407 MHz, with memory clocked at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective). The memory subsystem is 24 GB of GDDR7 on a 384-bit bus, yielding 1.34 TB/s of bandwidth. The GPU has 21,760 shading units, 680 TMUs, 176 ROPs, 170 RT cores, and 680 tensor cores. Pixel rate is 423.6 GPixel/s, texture rate is 1,636.8 GTexel/s, and FP32 performance is 104.8 TFLOPS (with FP16 at 104.8 TFLOPS as well). The TDP is 575 W with a suggested PSU of 950 W, using a single 16-pin connector, and it is a dual-slot card measuring 304 mm in length, 137 mm in height, and 48 mm in width.

The GPU's benchmark results are surprisingly modest given its specifications. In 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, the RTX 5090 D V2 scores 16,504, which places it at the 59th percentile among all GPUs. Its average benchmark score is exactly 16,504. The nearest rivals are nearly identical: the NVIDIA T400 scores 16,508 (0% delta), the AMD Radeon PRO W7500 scores 16,415 (0.5% lower), the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell scores 16,408 (0.6% lower), and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT scores 16,361 (0.9% lower). This is a peculiar result—a top-tier GPU nameplate performing at the same level as a professional entry-level card and a 2019 gaming GPU. The data suggests that either this specific "D V2" variant is heavily cut down, or the benchmark scenario does not reflect the GPU's intended workload.

The combined picture is one of imbalance. The CPU sits at the 86th percentile, while the GPU sits at the 59th percentile. The combined percentile for this pairing is 73. The CPU is clearly the stronger component relative to its peers, while the GPU underperforms expectations. This creates a scenario where the processor has headroom to drive more graphics performance than this particular GPU can deliver, potentially making the CPU the less limiting factor in most workloads.

# FAQ

Q: What is the core and thread count of the Intel Core i7-13700F?

A: The CPU has 16 cores and 24 threads, based on Intel's Raptor Lake architecture with a 10 nm process node.

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

A: In Cinebench R23, the single-core score is 4,532 while the multi-core score is 32,101, indicating about a 7x improvement in multi-threaded workloads. The 3DMark tests show scaling from 1,092 (single-thread) to 10,716 (max-threads), roughly a 10x gain.

Q: What memory types does the i7-13700F support?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. ECC memory is not supported.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth?

A: The RTX 5090 D V2 has 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 384-bit bus, providing 1.34 TB/s of bandwidth.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rival in benchmark scores?

A: The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 16,504 is essentially identical to the NVIDIA T400's 16,508 (0% delta) and the AMD Radeon PRO W7500's 16,415 (0.5% lower). The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT is 0.9% lower at 16,361.

Q: What is the CPU's percentile ranking among all CPUs?

A: The i7-13700F ranks at the 86th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 39,009.

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

A: The suggested PSU is 950 W, with the GPU having a TDP of 575 W and using a single 16-pin power connector.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The performance data reveals a significant imbalance between the CPU and GPU in this pairing. The CPU's 86th percentile ranking versus the GPU's 59th percentile ranking means the processor is substantially stronger relative to its peers. In CPU-bound workloads like data compression (PassMark score of 471,838), integer math (141,370), and multi-threaded rendering (Cinebench R23 multi-core at 32,101), the i7-13700F will not be the limiting factor. The GPU, however, sits at a lower tier, meaning that in graphics-intensive scenarios, the GPU is more likely to be the bottleneck.

The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16,504 is nearly identical to the NVIDIA T400's 16,508. That card is a low-profile professional GPU, not a gaming part. The AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT, which scores 16,361 (0.9% lower), is a 2019-era gaming GPU. This suggests that the RTX 5090 D V2, despite its name and specifications, delivers frame rates comparable to older or lower-tier graphics hardware in this specific benchmark. The CPU, meanwhile, would have no trouble keeping up with any of these GPUs in terms of feeding frames, as its single-thread score of 4,532 in Cinebench R23 and 1,092 in 3DMark single-thread are strong enough for high-refresh gaming.

In gaming scenarios, the bottleneck will almost certainly be the GPU. The CPU's 86th percentile position means it can handle modern game engines that scale across 16 cores and 24 threads, while the GPU's 59th percentile position indicates it will struggle to match the CPU's throughput in frame generation. For non-gaming workloads like video editing or 3D rendering that use the CPU heavily, the CPU will be the primary driver, and the GPU's lower percentile will matter less. For GPU-accelerated tasks like ray tracing or machine learning inference, the GPU's modest benchmark score will limit performance.

The FPS scaling evidence is absent here since no measured FPS data exists for this combination. However, the benchmark scores suggest that at lower resolutions (1080p or 1440p), the CPU's strong single-thread and multi-thread scores would allow high frame rates if the GPU could keep up. At higher resolutions (4K), the GPU would become even more of a limiting factor, as the rendering load increases while the CPU's workload per frame remains relatively constant.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i7-13700F uses the Intel Socket 1700, which is the platform for 12th and 13th generation Core processors. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, giving builders flexibility in choosing memory based on platform cost and performance preferences. PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU provides ample bandwidth for modern storage and graphics cards, though the RTX 5090 D V2 uses PCIe 5.0 x16, which is fully compatible.

The CPU has a 65 W TDP, which is modest for a 16-core part, suggesting that a capable air cooler or a basic liquid cooler would suffice. The GPU, however, has a 575 W TDP and requires a suggested PSU of 950 W. This means the power supply is the primary constraint in the system. A 950 W PSU with a single 16-pin connector is required to feed the GPU, and the CPU's lower power draw leaves headroom for other components. The total system power draw would be dominated by the GPU, so the suggested PSU wattage is the key figure to respect.

A sensible next upgrade would focus on the GPU, as the CPU has significant headroom. The CPU's 86th percentile ranking means it can support a much more powerful graphics card without becoming the bottleneck. The motherboard socket (LGA 1700) supports 13th generation Core processors, so the CPU itself is near the top of its platform, but it also supports 12th generation parts if a lower-cost option is needed. Memory upgrade from DDR4 to DDR5 would be possible if the motherboard supports it, but the CPU's dual-channel memory bus means the gains would be incremental rather than transformative. The PCIe Gen 5 interface ensures that future storage devices and GPUs will not be bandwidth-limited.

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's single-thread score of 4,532 in Cinebench R23 and 3DMark single-thread score of 1,092 indicate strong headroom for high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p. However, the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 16,504 (59th percentile) will limit actual frame rates, making it difficult to achieve high-refresh (144Hz+) gaming at these resolutions without lowering settings.

Streaming: The CPU's 24 threads and high multi-thread scores (Cinebench R23 multi-core at 32,101, PassMark multithread at 38,369) provide ample parallel throughput for encoding video while gaming. The GPU's lower percentile may reduce in-game performance during streaming, but the CPU can handle the encoding load without significant frame drops.

Video editing: The CPU excels here, with PassMark data compression at 471,838 and floating point math at 100,422. Cinebench R23 multi-core of 32,101 means fast export times in software like Premiere Pro. The GPU's 24 GB of VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth can accelerate effects and timeline rendering, but its 59th percentile score suggests it will not be a class-leading accelerator.

3D rendering: The CPU's multi-threaded Cinebench scores (R15 at 3,235, R20 at 13,482, R23 at 32,101) are strong for CPU-based rendering. The GPU's FP32 performance of 104.8 TFLOPS and 170 RT cores are nominally high, but the benchmark score indicates real-world rendering performance will be closer to lower-tier GPUs. The 24 GB VRAM is useful for large scenes, but the overall GPU throughput may be a bottleneck.

Software development: The CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads, along with PassMark integer math of 141,370, make it well-suited for compiling large codebases. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 8,994 and max-threads score of 10,716 indicate strong parallel compilation performance. The GPU is less relevant here, making this pairing reasonable for developers who also game lightly.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread score of 2,225 in Geekbench ensures smooth desktop responsiveness, and the 65 W TDP means low power draw during light loads. The GPU is overkill for office tasks, but its presence doesn't harm performance. The 24 GB VRAM is irrelevant for these workloads, making this a cost-ineffective build for pure productivity.

# Who Should Build It

This build targets users who need strong CPU performance but are willing to accept a mid-tier GPU. Gamers at 1080p or 1440p with medium settings would see playable frame rates, but those seeking ultra settings at high refresh rates would be disappointed by the GPU's 59th percentile ranking. Content creators working in video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU's 86th percentile ranking, with the GPU providing 24 GB of VRAM for large textures and scenes, though the GPU's benchmark score limits its contribution to accelerated tasks.

Software developers compiling large projects will find the CPU's 24 threads and high integer math score (141,370) valuable, and the GPU's presence allows for CUDA-accelerated workloads if needed, though its performance is not class-leading. Students and small business workstations would see strong productivity performance from the CPU, but the GPU is unnecessary for these tasks, making the build inefficient for such use cases. The 65 W CPU TDP combined with a 575 W GPU TDP means the system is power-hungry overall, so it's not ideal for energy-conscious users.

The specific pairing makes most sense for someone who prioritizes CPU-heavy workloads (compiling, rendering, batch processing) but also wants a functional gaming GPU without paying for top-tier graphics. The CPU's headroom (86th percentile) suggests this system could be upgraded with a better GPU later without changing the processor.

# Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the Intel Core i7-13700F with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2. The CPU is a 16-core, 24-thread Raptor Lake part operating at up to 5.20 GHz boost, with a 65 W TDP and support for DDR4/DDR5 memory. The GPU is a Blackwell 2.0 architecture card with 24 GB of GDDR7 memory, 21,760 shading units, and a 575 W TDP, requiring a 950 W PSU.

The overall tier of this build is mid-range, driven by the GPU's 59th percentile ranking despite the CPU's 86th percentile. The combined percentile is 73. The CPU is a high-performance desktop part that competes within 1-2% of the AMD EPYC 4245P, AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS, Intel Core Ultra 5 235T, and AMD Ryzen AI 7 450. The GPU, however, performs on par with the NVIDIA T400, AMD Radeon PRO W7500, NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell, and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT in the 3DMark Steel Nomad test, which is a surprising result for a card with such high specifications. This build is best described as a CPU-centric workstation with a modest gaming GPU.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data, so all frame rate figures here are estimated from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations rather than measured results.

Based on the CPU's 3DMark single-thread score of 1,092 and Cinebench R23 single-core of 4,532, the processor is capable of driving high frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16,504, which is 0.9% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT's 16,361, suggests that gaming performance will be similar to that older card. The RX 5700 XT was a 1440p-class GPU in its era, so at 1080p, players could expect 60-90 FPS in modern titles at high settings, with lower frame rates at 1440p. At 4K, the GPU would struggle to maintain 30-60 FPS in demanding games.

The RTX 5090 D V2's 24 GB VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth help with high-resolution textures, but the raw compute throughput (104.8 TFLOPS FP32) does not translate into strong gaming performance based on the benchmark. Ray tracing workloads would be limited by the GPU's 170 RT cores, which are numerous but apparently underutilized in this variant. Esports titles like CS:GO or Valorant could run at high frame rates (144+ FPS) at 1080p given the CPU's strong single-thread performance, but graphically demanding AAA titles would see more modest results. The CPU's 86th percentile ranking means the processor will not bottleneck the GPU in most games, but the GPU will be the limiting factor at higher resolutions.