SYSTEM ANALYZER

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700F + NVIDIA RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation

Get a comprehensive performance analysis of your gaming rig with detailed benchmarks, bottleneck detection, and upgrade recommendations

83 / 100
HIGH-END

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%
VS
GPU
74%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700F

39,009 Benchmark Score
Top 8% Market Ranking
View Full Specs →
GRAPHICS CARD

NVIDIA RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation

0 Benchmark Score
Top 26% Market Ranking
View Full Specs →

Market Position

How your build compares to others
Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
Your Build

Game Performance Benchmarks

Real-world 4K FPS in popular titles
View All Games →

Performance Insights

Tips to maximize your system

Strong Performance

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

Compatible Games See what you can play Compare CPUs Find upgrades Compare GPUs Find upgrades

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

# Intel Core i7-13700F + NVIDIA RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation

This pairing combines a 16-core desktop processor with a professional-grade mobile GPU in a configuration that targets workstation-class performance rather than pure gaming. The CPU sits at the 86th percentile among all processors, while the GPU lands at the 50th percentile among all GPUs, creating a system where the processor is clearly the dominant component. No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination, so all frame rate discussion below is estimated from the benchmark scores and component characteristics rather than direct testing.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's single-thread score of 1092 in 3dmark_single_thread and 4532 in Cinebench R23 single-core indicate strong per-core performance that can feed a high-refresh monitor in most titles. However, the RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation's 50th percentile position among all GPUs suggests it will be the limiting factor at higher resolutions. At 1080p, the i7-13700F's 16 cores and 5.20 GHz boost clock should keep frame rates high, but the GPU's 32.69 TFLOPS FP32 throughput places it in mid-range territory, meaning 144Hz+ gaming at maximum settings will be inconsistent.

Streaming: The 24 threads from 16 cores (8 performance, 8 efficiency cores in the Raptor Lake architecture) provide substantial headroom for encoding while gaming. The Passmark multithread score of 38369 indicates the CPU can handle simultaneous game rendering and stream encoding without significant frame drops. The GPU's 304 tensor cores and 76 RT cores also support NVIDIA's encoder and broadcast features, making this a capable streaming setup, though the GPU's mid-range percentile suggests streamers targeting high bitrate 1440p or 4K output may need to lower game settings.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 32101 places this CPU firmly in professional content creation territory. For video editing, the combination of 30 MB of L3 cache and 2 MB L2 per core helps with timeline scrubbing and preview rendering. The GPU's 16 GB of GDDR6 memory with 576.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for 4K video work, and the Ada Lovelace architecture's dedicated encoder hardware accelerates export times. The Passmark data compression score of 471838 suggests efficient handling of video codecs.

3D rendering: This is where the pairing shows its strength. The CPU's 10716 score in 3dmark_max_threads demonstrates heavy multi-threaded workloads scale well across all 24 threads. The GPU's 32.69 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 510.7 GTexel/s texture rate make it suitable for viewport rendering and GPU-accelerated render engines. However, the GPU's 50th percentile position means it will not compete with desktop-class rendering cards, so final-frame renders in Blender or Octane will be slower than dedicated workstation GPUs. The 112 ROPs help with pixel throughput, but the 188.2 GPixel/s pixel rate is mid-range.

Software development: The i7-13700F excels in compilation workloads. The Passmark integer math score of 141370 and extended instructions score of 28295 show strong performance for code compilation, unit testing, and running virtual machines. The 24 threads handle parallel builds efficiently, and the 16 cores provide enough parallelism for most development toolchains. The GPU is largely irrelevant for most development tasks, but its 16 GB VRAM supports running local AI models or GPU-accelerated testing frameworks.

Student and office work: This configuration is substantial overkill for typical student or office workloads. The CPU's single-thread performance of 4121 in Passmark and 2225 in Geekbench single-core means everyday applications like browsers, document editors, and spreadsheets will run with near-instant responsiveness. The 65W TDP of the CPU keeps power consumption reasonable for a desktop, though the GPU's 120W TDP adds to the total system draw. Students in engineering or data science programs will benefit from the compute capacity, while general office work will never stress this system.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data clearly shows a CPU-heavy imbalance in this pairing. The i7-13700F sits at the 86th percentile among all CPUs, while the RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation sits at the 50th percentile among all GPUs. This 36-percentage-point gap means the GPU will bottleneck the CPU in most workloads that use both components. In gaming, the CPU's strong single-thread and multi-thread scores (1092 and 8994 in 3dmark tests respectively) will rarely be fully utilized because the GPU will reach its limits first.

For CPU-bound workloads like rendering, compilation, or data processing, the GPU becomes irrelevant and the system performs at the CPU's high level. For GPU-bound workloads like gaming at high resolutions or GPU rendering, the CPU's power is wasted. The combined percentile of 68 reflects this middle ground. The CPU's Passmark physics score of 2236 and floating point math score of 100422 suggest that physics simulation and scientific computing tasks will be CPU-limited, while the GPU's FP32 throughput of 32.69 TFLOPS will be the ceiling for any GPU-accelerated compute.

The lack of measured FPS data for this exact combination means the FPS scaling between CPU and GPU cannot be directly observed. However, based on the benchmark scores, a reasonable estimate is that 1080p gaming will show a moderate CPU bottleneck in light titles, while 1440p and 4K gaming will show a significant GPU bottleneck. The CPU's 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes provide ample bandwidth to the GPU's PCIe 4.0 x16 interface, so interconnect is not a limiting factor.

FAQ

Q: Is this CPU good for gaming?

A: Yes, the i7-13700F delivers strong gaming performance with a 3dmark_2_threads score of 2178 and single-thread score of 1092, indicating excellent per-core performance. The CPU's 86th percentile ranking means it outperforms most processors in gaming scenarios, though the GPU will limit actual frame rates.

Q: Can this GPU handle 4K gaming?

A: The RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation's 50th percentile position and 16 GB VRAM suggest it can run 4K games at medium to high settings, but it will not sustain high refresh rates at 4K. The 576.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 32.69 TFLOPS FP32 are sufficient for 4K, but the GPU is not in the top tier for this resolution.

Q: How much RAM can this system support?

A: The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. The maximum capacity is not specified in the data, but the dual-channel memory bus means performance scales with memory speed. The memory bandwidth figure is not provided, so exact throughput numbers cannot be stated.

Q: Is the CPU overclockable?

A: No, the multiplier is locked (multiplierUnlocked: false). Users cannot adjust the clock multiplier beyond the factory settings. The boost clock of 5.20 GHz is the maximum achievable speed without external clock generator modifications.

Q: What is the power consumption of this pairing?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 65W and the GPU has a TDP of 120W, for a combined 185W of component power draw. No suggested PSU wattage is provided, but this total is modest for a desktop system.

Q: Does this GPU support ray tracing?

A: Yes, the RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation has 76 RT cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), which includes ray tracing features. The Ada Lovelace architecture provides hardware-accelerated ray tracing, though performance will be mid-range given the GPU's 50th percentile position.

Q: What is the release timeframe for these components?

A: The CPU was released on 2023-01-03 with a launch MSRP of $359. The GPU was released on 2023-03-20. Both are Active in production status, meaning they are currently available.

Who Should Build It

This system targets users who need serious CPU compute power but can accept a mid-range GPU. Gamers playing at 1080p or 1440p with moderate settings will find the CPU provides excellent frame pacing and the GPU handles most titles adequately. The 16 GB VRAM ensures texture-heavy games at 1440p will not exceed memory limits, and the 76 RT cores allow ray tracing at playable frame rates in less demanding titles.

Content creators who work primarily with CPU-intensive tasks like video encoding, 3D modeling, or software compilation will benefit most from this pairing. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 32101 and Passmark multithread score of 38369 indicate the CPU can handle professional workloads, while the GPU accelerates preview rendering and GPU-accelerated effects. The 16 GB GDDR6 memory is particularly useful for video editors working with 4K timelines or 3D artists with large scenes.

Developers and engineers working on large codebases, running multiple VMs, or doing data analysis will find the 24 threads and 30 MB L3 cache ideal. The Passmark integer math score of 141370 and data encryption score of 26956 show strong performance for compilation and cryptographic workloads. Students in STEM fields will benefit from the compute capacity, though the system exceeds what most coursework requires.

Small business workstations handling CAD, financial modeling, or database workloads will perform well, with the CPU's data compression score of 471838 indicating efficient database operations. The GPU's professional positioning (Embedded Ada Generation) suggests it was designed for workstation use, though its 50th percentile ranking means it is not a top-tier professional GPU.

Benchmark Performance

The i7-13700F delivers a strong all-around benchmark profile. The avgBenchmarkScore of 39009 places it at the 86th percentile among all CPUs. The nearest rival is the AMD EPYC 4245P with an avgScore of 39215, which is -0.5% different, meaning the i7-13700F is essentially tied with a server-class EPYC processor. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS scores 39325 (-0.8%), the Intel Core Ultra 5 235T scores 38561 (+1.2%), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 scores 39485 (-1.2%). All four rivals are within 1.2% of the i7-13700F, showing this CPU sits in a highly competitive performance band.

In specific tests, the CPU shows scaling from 8994 in 3dmark_16_threads to 10716 in 3dmark_max_threads, indicating good multi-thread scaling. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 32101 is particularly strong, while the single-core score of 4532 is competitive with top desktop processors. The Passmark tests show balanced performance: integer math at 141370, floating point at 100422, and extended instructions at 28295.

The RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation has no benchmark scores in the data pack and no nearest rivals listed. Its percentileVsAllGpus of 50 places it exactly in the middle of all GPUs. The avgBenchmarkScore is 0, indicating no benchmark data was collected for this GPU. This makes direct GPU comparisons impossible, but the 50th percentile position provides a baseline reference point.

The combined percentile of 68 for this pairing reflects the CPU's high standing pulling up the GPU's mid-range position. The CPU is clearly the star of this system, with the GPU serving as a capable but not exceptional partner.

GPU Analysis

The RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation uses the AD103 chip built on TSMC's 5 nm process with 45,900 million transistors on a 379 mm² die. This is a high-density design at 121.1M transistors per mm². The GPU has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 576.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 2250 MHz with 18 Gbps effective speed.

The GPU's compute resources include 9728 shading units, 304 TMUs, and 112 ROPs. The 76 RT cores and 304 tensor cores provide dedicated hardware for ray tracing and AI workloads. The FP32 throughput of 32.69 TFLOPS is matched by FP16 at 32.69 TFLOPS with a 1:1 ratio, meaning the GPU does not have the typical half-precision advantage found in consumer cards. The pixel rate of 188.2 GPixel/s and texture rate of 510.7 GTexel/s are mid-range figures.

The GPU's base clock of 930 MHz and boost clock of 1680 MHz are relatively low, reflecting its embedded and mobile-oriented design. The 120W TDP and "IGP" slot width indicate this is not a standard desktop GPU but rather a chip designed for integration into portable or compact systems. The power connectors are listed as "None" and display outputs are "Portable Device Dependent," confirming this is an embedded part.

For rendering workloads, the 16 GB VRAM is the standout feature, allowing large scenes and high-resolution textures to fit in memory. The 576.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for most rendering tasks, though high-end desktop GPUs exceed this. The 76 RT cores provide hardware acceleration for ray-traced rendering in supported applications, but the GPU's mid-range FP32 performance means compute-heavy renders will be slower than top-tier workstation cards.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i7-13700F uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. The CPU provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, while the GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16, so the GPU will run at PCIe 4.0 speeds even though the CPU supports Gen 5. This is not a bottleneck for the GPU's 16 GB memory buffer, but future GPUs may benefit from Gen 5 bandwidth.

The platform supports DDR4 and DDR5, giving builders flexibility in memory choice. DDR5 offers higher bandwidth but DDR4 is more economical; the exact memory bandwidth is not specified in the data pack, so the performance difference cannot be quantified. The CPU does not support ECC memory (eccMemory: false), which limits its use in mission-critical servers where error correction is required.

The CPU's TDP of 65W is modest for a 16-core processor, and the GPU's 120W TDP brings the combined component draw to 185W. No suggested PSU wattage is provided, but this total is well within the range of typical 500-650W desktop power supplies. The GPU requires no external power connectors, simplifying installation in compact systems.

A sensible next upgrade would be a more powerful GPU with higher percentile ranking, since the CPU has substantial headroom. The 86th percentile CPU can drive GPUs well above the current 50th percentile GPU without bottlenecking. The socket and platform are mature, and the CPU's performance is competitive with newer rivals like the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS (39325 avgScore, -0.8% delta) and Intel Core Ultra 5 235T (38561 avgScore, +1.2% delta), so a CPU upgrade is not immediately necessary.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build (buildClass: "desktop") that pairs a high-end 13th Gen Intel Core processor with a mid-range professional mobile GPU. The Intel Core i7-13700F is a Raptor Lake-S architecture processor with 16 cores and 24 threads, released in January 2023 with a launch MSRP of $359. The NVIDIA RTX 5000 Embedded Ada Generation is an Ada Lovelace architecture GPU with 16 GB VRAM, released in March 2023.

The combined percentile of 68 places this system in the upper-middle tier of all possible configurations. The CPU's 86th percentile is the dominant factor, while the GPU's 50th percentile pulls the overall rating down. This is a system that excels at CPU-intensive tasks but is balanced in GPU workloads. The processor's avgBenchmarkScore of 39009 places it in the same performance class as the AMD EPYC 4245P (39215 avgScore, -0.5% delta), a server-grade processor, highlighting the CPU's strength.

The pairing is unusual in that it couples a desktop processor with an embedded mobile GPU. This makes sense for compact workstation builds or systems where the GPU is integrated into the motherboard or chassis. The GPU's 120W TDP and lack of power connectors indicate it draws power from the system rather than requiring a separate PSU connection. This build targets professional users who need serious CPU compute in a compact or power-efficient desktop form factor.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700F is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a 257 mm² die size. The base clock is 2.10 GHz with a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, providing a substantial frequency range for both efficiency and peak performance. The 65W TDP is notably low for a 16-core desktop processor, making it power-efficient for its compute capacity.

The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. This large L3 cache helps with multi-threaded workloads by reducing memory access latency. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, giving builders platform flexibility. The 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU provide high-bandwidth connectivity for GPUs and NVMe storage.

Benchmark results show strong scaling across thread counts. The 3dmark tests progress from 2178 at 2 threads to 10716 at max threads, demonstrating efficient multi-threading. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 32101 is the standout figure, indicating excellent performance in rendering and computational workloads. The single-core score of 4532 in R23 and 1092 in 3dmark_single_thread show the CPU can also deliver high performance in lightly-threaded tasks like gaming and office applications.

The Passmark suite reveals specific strengths: integer math at 141370, floating point at 100422, and extended instructions at 28295. The data compression score of 471838 is exceptional, suggesting the CPU handles archiving and database workloads very well. The data encryption score of 26956 shows solid cryptographic performance. The find prime numbers score of 156 is the only weak point, indicating this CPU is not optimized for that specific integer workload.

The avgBenchmarkScore of 39009 at the 86th percentile places this CPU in the top tier of processors. The nearest rivals are within 1.2% of its performance, indicating this is a mature and well-balanced design that remains competitive with newer processors. The locked multiplier prevents overclocking, but the 5.20 GHz boost clock is already high, so the performance ceiling is near the stock configuration's maximum.