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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700H + AMD Radeon RX 6550M

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88%

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96%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700H

27,355 Benchmark Score

Top 12% Market Ranking

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AMD Radeon RX 6550M

46,702 Benchmark Score

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90-100

Ultimate

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

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70-89

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1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

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50-69

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1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

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30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

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# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700H is a 14-core, 20-thread mobile processor built on Intel's Raptor Lake-H architecture and manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process node. Its hybrid design combines performance and efficiency cores, with a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The processor carries a 45 W TDP, uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket, and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. Cache totals include 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The chip also integrates Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units, and it provides PCIe Gen 5 connectivity with 8 CPU lanes.

Benchmark results place this CPU in the 79th percentile among all processors, with an average benchmark score of 27,355. Its nearest rivals are tightly clustered: the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G scores 27,382 (0.1% higher), the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H scores 27,507 (0.6% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 scores 27,535 (0.7% higher). The Intel Core i5-14400T trails slightly at 27,166, which is 0.7% lower. The data shows this CPU sits squarely in a competitive mid-range tier where small percentage differences separate it from alternatives.

Looking at the 3DMark thread scaling tests, the processor shows strong multi-threaded capability. The single-thread score is 1,015, which rises to 1,947 for 2 threads, 3,616 for 4 threads, 5,369 for 8 threads, 6,885 for 16 threads, and 7,502 for max threads. This scaling pattern indicates that the core count and thread count translate into real performance gains across heavily threaded workloads, though the gains from 16 to max threads are modest at about 9%. For productivity tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation, the 14-core/20-thread configuration allows the chip to maintain strong throughput without saturation in most real-world scenarios.

Cinebench results reinforce the multi-core strength. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15,474 is substantial for a mobile part, while the single-core score of 1,856 shows competitive per-thread performance. Cinebench R20 scores are 9,231 multi-core and 1,303 single-core, and Cinebench R15 scores are 2,496 multi-core and 269 single-core. PassMark tests add another dimension: multithread score is 26,399, single-thread is 3,594, integer math reaches 92,811, and floating-point math hits 66,322. Data compression scores 307,791, data encryption scores 17,971, and extended instructions (SIMD) score 18,303. Physics processing in PassMark is 1,725, and random string sorting is 33,595. The prime number finding score is 103, which is a specialized test that does not reflect general processing capability. The CPU therefore shows a balanced profile: strong integer and floating-point throughput, fast encryption, and excellent data compression, which suits development, scientific computing, and content creation workloads.

Balance and Bottleneck

The pairing of the Intel Core i7-13700H with the AMD Radeon RX 6550M creates a system where the GPU is the primary constraint in most graphics-bound workloads. The GPU sits in the 85th percentile among all GPUs with an average benchmark score of 46,702, while the CPU is at the 79th percentile with a score of 27,355. The combined percentile for this pairing is 82, which indicates the overall system performance is strong but slightly held back by the CPU relative to the GPU's standing. However, this gap is small and does not create a severe bottleneck.

In gaming scenarios, the RX 6550M's 4 GB VRAM and 64-bit memory bus will limit performance at higher resolutions and detail settings, regardless of CPU capability. The GPU has a bandwidth of 144.0 GB/s, which is modest for modern game textures. The CPU's single-thread score of 1,015 in 3DMark single-thread and 3,594 in PassMark single-thread is more than sufficient to drive the GPU in most titles, so the bottleneck will manifest as GPU-side frame rate limits rather than CPU stutter. For competitive esports titles at lower settings, the CPU can push high frame rates, but the GPU will cap maximum output.

For productivity tasks, the balance shifts. The CPU's 20 threads and strong multi-core scores (Cinebench R23 multi-core of 15,474 and PassMark multithread of 26,399) mean that rendering, encoding, and compilation workloads will be CPU-bound. The GPU's compute capabilities, measured at 42,536 in Geekbench OpenCL and 50,867 in Geekbench Vulkan, are sufficient for GPU-accelerated effects but are not a primary compute engine. The data suggests this pairing is balanced for general use, with the CPU handling heavy threaded work and the GPU managing graphics output. FPS scaling is not measured for this exact combination, so frame rates cannot be directly attributed to either component.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The GPU's 4 GB VRAM and 144.0 GB/s bandwidth will limit texture-heavy titles at 1080p ultra settings, but the CPU's strong single-thread performance (3,594 PassMark single-thread) can drive high frame rates in esports and lighter titles. Expect playable frame rates at medium settings in most games, with drops in VRAM-heavy scenarios.

Streaming: The CPU's 20 threads and 14 cores provide ample headroom for simultaneous game capture and encoding. The PassMark multithread score of 26,399 and data compression score of 307,791 indicate that software encoding is viable without a dedicated encoder, though the GPU's limited VRAM may require lower game settings to free resources.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15,474 and PassMark integer math score of 92,811 support smooth timeline scrubbing and fast export times for 1080p and some 4K projects. The GPU can accelerate effects via OpenCL (42,536 score) but will not match dedicated high-end GPUs for heavy compositing.

3D rendering: The CPU's 20 threads deliver solid multi-core rendering performance, as shown by the 3DMark max-thread score of 7,502 and Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 9,231. The GPU's 5.816 TFLOPS FP32 performance can accelerate viewport rendering, but final frame rendering will be CPU-dominated.

Software development: The 14-core/20-thread design handles parallel compilation well, and the PassMark multithread score of 26,399 indicates strong build throughput. The 24 MB L3 cache and 2 MB L2 per core reduce latency in iterative coding workflows. Data encryption at 17,971 in PassMark supports secure development environments.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread performance (1,856 Cinebench R23 single-core) and integrated Iris Xe Graphics (96 EU) provide responsive everyday computing. The 45 W TDP allows for capable cooling in thin laptops. Office suites, web browsing, and spreadsheet work will be well within the system's limits, and the 79th CPU percentile ensures long-term usability.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data, so all frame rate discussion is estimated from benchmark scores. The GPU's percentile rank of 85 and average benchmark score of 46,702 place it in the upper-mid range of mobile GPUs, but the 4 GB VRAM and 64-bit bus are significant constraints.

Based on the GPU's Geekbench scores (42,536 OpenCL and 50,867 Vulkan) and the CPU's strong single-thread scores, estimated 1080p performance would be playable at medium settings in modern AAA titles, with high settings achievable in esports and older games. At 1440p, the 4 GB VRAM will likely cause texture streaming issues in newer titles, so lower settings or reduced texture quality would be necessary. The 144.0 GB/s bandwidth limits fill-rate-heavy scenes, so fast-paced action with many particles or large draw distances may see frame drops. The GPU's 16 ray tracing cores support ray-traced effects, but the low FP32 throughput (5.816 TFLOPS) means ray tracing will tax the GPU heavily. For competitive shooters at 1080p low settings, the CPU can push high frame rates, but the GPU will cap the maximum output.

Who Should Build It

This laptop build targets users who need a balanced system for both productivity and play. Gamers playing at 1080p with medium-to-high settings will find the RX 6550M adequate, especially in esports and older titles, while the CPU ensures no bottleneck in CPU-heavy games like simulation titles. Content creators working in video editing and light 3D rendering will benefit from the 20-thread CPU and its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15,474. Software developers who compile code frequently will appreciate the PassMark multithread score of 26,399 and the 24 MB L3 cache. Students and office workers get a responsive system with strong single-thread performance (3,594 PassMark single-thread) for everyday tasks.

Small business workstations that run data analysis, accounting software, or light database work will see the CPU's data compression score of 307,791 and encryption score of 17,971 as valuable. The 45 W TDP means this pairing is suitable for laptops with moderate cooling solutions, not desktop replacements. Users who require high-refresh 1440p gaming or heavy 4K video editing should look elsewhere, as the GPU's 4 GB VRAM and 64-bit bus are the limiting factors.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's core and thread count?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700H has 14 cores and 20 threads, based on the Raptor Lake-H architecture.

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

A: It is within 0.7% of the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G, Intel Core Ultra 5 125H, AMD Ryzen 7 5800, and Intel Core i5-14400T, with the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 being 0.7% higher and the Core i5-14400T being 0.7% lower.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 6550M has 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus, with 144.0 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Does the GPU support ray tracing?

A: Yes, it has 16 ray tracing cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

Q: What is the GPU's performance percentile?

A: The GPU is in the 85th percentile among all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 46,702.

Q: Is there measured FPS data for this combination?

A: No, no measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination; all frame rate discussions are estimates from benchmark scores.

Q: What is the CPU's single-thread performance?

A: The CPU scores 1,015 in 3DMark single-thread, 1,856 in Cinebench R23 single-core, and 3,594 in PassMark single-thread.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 27,355, placing it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G, scores 27,382 (0.1% higher), and the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H scores 27,507 (0.6% higher). The AMD Ryzen 7 5800 scores 27,535 (0.7% higher), while the Intel Core i5-14400T scores 27,166 (0.7% lower). These deltas are minor, indicating the CPU is competitively positioned.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 46,702, placing it in the 85th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Arc A530M at 46,614 (0.2% lower), the AMD Radeon RX 5600M at 46,601 (0.2% lower), the NVIDIA RTX A2000 at 46,043 (1.4% lower), and the NVIDIA RTX 5880 Ada Generation at 45,972 (1.6% lower). The GPU leads all of these rivals, with the largest margin being 1.6% over the RTX 5880 Ada Generation.

The combined picture shows a system where the GPU is stronger relative to its own tier (85th percentile) than the CPU is relative to its tier (79th percentile). The combined percentile of 82 reflects this balance. In Geekbench, the GPU scores 42,536 in OpenCL and 50,867 in Vulkan, showing solid compute performance. The CPU's 3DMark scores scale from 1,015 single-thread to 7,502 max-thread, and Cinebench R23 scores are 1,856 single-core and 15,474 multi-core. These numbers together indicate a system capable of handling both gaming and productivity workloads without major weaknesses.

Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i7-13700H mobile processor with the AMD Radeon RX 6550M mobile GPU in a laptop-class system (buildClass: laptop). The CPU is a 14-core, 20-thread Raptor Lake-H part with a 45 W TDP, and the GPU is an RDNA 2.0-based Navi 24 chip with a 80 W TDP. The combined percentile of 82 places this system in the upper-mid tier of laptop configurations.

The CPU's 79th percentile and the GPU's 85th percentile mean the system is well-matched for its class, with the GPU slightly ahead in relative performance. The CPU's launch MSRP was $502. This pairing is suited for a wide range of tasks, from gaming at 1080p to content creation and development work, with the GPU's 4 GB VRAM being the primary limitation for high-resolution textures. The overall tier is solidly mid-to-high for mobile systems, offering a capable balance of CPU throughput and GPU graphics power.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6550M is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture using the Navi 24 chip, fabricated on TSMC's 6 nm process with 5,400 million transistors on a 107 mm² die. It has 1,024 shading units, 64 texture mapping units, and 32 raster operation units. The GPU includes 16 ray tracing cores, enabling hardware-accelerated ray tracing. The base clock is 2000 MHz, the game clock is 2560 MHz, and the boost clock reaches 2840 MHz. Memory runs at 2250 MHz (18 Gbps effective), delivering 144.0 GB/s bandwidth over a 64-bit bus with 4 GB of GDDR6 VRAM.

The GPU's compute capabilities include 5.816 TFLOPS FP32 and 11.63 TFLOPS FP16 (2:1 ratio). Pixel rate is 90.88 GPixel/s, and texture rate is 181.8 GTexel/s. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, with a PCIe 4.0 x4 bus interface. It uses no external power connectors and is classified as an IGP in slot width, reflecting its mobile integration.

In benchmark tests, the GPU scores 42,536 in Geekbench OpenCL and 50,867 in Geekbench Vulkan, with an average benchmark score of 46,702. This places it in the 85th percentile among all GPUs, ahead of the Intel Arc A530M (46,614), AMD Radeon RX 5600M (46,601), NVIDIA RTX A2000 (46,043), and NVIDIA RTX 5880 Ada Generation (45,972). The 4 GB VRAM is the most significant constraint for modern game rendering, as high-resolution textures and large scenes will exceed this capacity. For rendering workloads, the FP32 throughput of 5.816 TFLOPS is adequate for GPU-accelerated effects but not for heavy compute tasks. The GPU's 16 ray tracing cores allow ray-traced lighting, but the limited memory bandwidth will reduce performance in ray-traced scenes. Overall, this GPU is best suited for 1080p gaming at medium-to-high settings, with the CPU providing ample headroom for CPU-bound tasks.

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