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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700H + Intel Arc A570M

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Top 8% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
88%
VS
GPU
97%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700H

27,355 Benchmark Score
Top 12% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A570M

58,239 Benchmark Score
Top 3% 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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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

# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700H is a 14-core, 20-thread mobile processor built on Intel's Raptor Lake-H architecture. It combines performance and efficiency cores in a hybrid design, with a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock reaching 5.00 GHz. The CPU is manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process and features a 24 MB shared L3 cache, with 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core. Its 45 W TDP classifies it as a high-performance mobile part, designed for laptops that need substantial compute throughput.

The benchmark results paint a clear picture of a processor that excels in multi-threaded workloads while maintaining competitive single-thread performance. In 3DMark testing, the CPU scores 7,502 with maximum threads, 5,369 with 8 threads, 3,616 with 4 threads, and 1,947 with 2 threads. The scaling from 2 threads to max threads shows strong parallel efficiency, with the multi-threaded score roughly 3.9 times higher than the 2-thread result. Single-thread performance in 3DMark is 1,015, which is modest but adequate for everyday responsiveness.

Cinebench results reinforce this profile. The R23 multi-core score of 15,474 is substantially higher than the single-core score of 1,856, indicating that the CPU's hybrid core arrangement delivers strong parallel throughput. In R20, the multi-core score is 9,231 versus 1,303 single-core, and in R15, the multi-core score is 2,496 versus 269 single-core. These numbers suggest that the i7-13700H is well-suited for rendering, video encoding, and compilation tasks that can leverage all available cores.

PassMark results provide additional context. The multi-thread score of 26,399 and single-thread score of 3,594 show balanced performance across both metrics. Integer math scores 92,811, floating-point math scores 66,322, and extended instructions score 18,303, indicating solid compute capabilities. Data compression scores 307,791, while data encryption scores 17,971. The CPU's percentile rank of 79 among all CPUs places it in the upper tier of processors, with an average benchmark score of 27,355.

Comparing to nearest rivals, the i7-13700H sits extremely close to several desktop and mobile parts. It trails the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G by only 0.1%, the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H by 0.6%, and the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 by 0.7%. It leads the Intel Core i5-14400T by 0.7%. This clustering indicates that the i7-13700H delivers performance essentially equivalent to these alternatives, despite being a mobile part competing against desktop processors in some cases.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between CPU and GPU in this laptop configuration is noteworthy. The Intel Arc A570M GPU has a percentile rank of 88 among all GPUs, while the CPU sits at the 79th percentile. The combined system percentile is 84, suggesting that neither component dramatically overshadows the other in overall system capability. However, the GPU's higher percentile position indicates that it may be the stronger component relative to its respective market.

The CPU's benchmark scores across thread counts reveal where bottlenecks may occur. With 3DMark scores of 1,947 at 2 threads and 7,502 at max threads, the CPU shows a 3.85x scaling factor. This is strong but not linear, indicating that memory bandwidth or cache coherence may limit scaling beyond 8 threads. The 8-thread score of 5,369 versus max-thread 7,502 shows that adding threads beyond 8 still yields gains, but at a diminishing rate.

In gaming scenarios, the GPU's FP32 throughput of 5.325 TFLOPS and pixel rate of 83.20 GPixel/s suggest it can handle modern titles at reasonable settings. The CPU's single-thread performance, while not class-leading, is sufficient for most game engines that rely on one or two primary threads. The 3DMark 2-thread score of 1,947 indicates that the CPU can handle the lightly-threaded portions of game workloads without becoming a significant bottleneck.

For content creation and productivity, the CPU's multi-threaded performance becomes the limiting factor in some cases and the GPU in others. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15,474 suggests strong rendering capability, but the GPU's 10.65 TFLOPS of FP16 throughput indicates it can accelerate certain compute tasks. The lack of measured FPS data for this exact combination means that precise bottleneck analysis is limited, but the benchmark scores suggest a reasonably balanced pairing for a mid-range gaming laptop.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination of Intel Core i7-13700H and Intel Arc A570M. The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data, so all gaming performance figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of each component.

Based on the CPU's single-thread score of 1,015 in 3DMark and the GPU's OpenCL score of 58,239 in Geekbench, this pairing should deliver playable frame rates at 1080p for most modern games. The GPU's 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus with 224.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for textures and geometry at moderate settings. The GPU's pixel rate of 83.20 GPixel/s and texture rate of 166.4 GTexel/s suggest it can handle 1080p rendering without significant fill-rate limitations.

At 1440p, the estimated performance would be lower, with the GPU likely becoming the primary constraint. The 5.325 TFLOPS of FP32 compute is moderate for modern titles, but the GPU's 88th percentile ranking among all GPUs indicates it outperforms the majority of discrete graphics solutions. The CPU's 14 cores and 20 threads provide ample headroom for game logic, physics, and background tasks while gaming.

For competitive titles like esports games, the estimated frame rates should be high due to the CPU's strong single-thread performance and the GPU's capable rasterization. For AAA titles at higher detail settings, the estimates suggest medium to high settings at 1080p would be appropriate. The GPU's DirectX 12 Ultimate support with features like ray tracing (16 RT cores) means modern graphical effects are supported, though performance with ray tracing enabled would be limited by the GPU's overall compute throughput.

Who Should Build It

The Intel Core i7-13700H with Intel Arc A570M is a laptop configuration targeting users who need a balance of CPU and GPU performance for both productivity and gaming. The CPU's 79th percentile ranking and the GPU's 88th percentile ranking place this system in the upper-middle tier of laptop performance.

For gamers at 1080p, this configuration should deliver smooth frame rates in most titles. The GPU's 8 GB VRAM is adequate for current games at this resolution, and the CPU's strong multi-threaded performance ensures that game servers, background applications, and streaming software can run concurrently without significant impact on frame rates. At 1440p, the system would still be viable but with more compromises in detail settings.

Content creators working with video editing, 3D rendering, or software development will benefit from the CPU's 14 cores and 20 threads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15,474 indicates strong rendering capability, while the PassMark integer math score of 92,811 and floating-point score of 66,322 show solid compute performance for code compilation and simulation tasks. The GPU's compute capabilities, including 10.65 TFLOPS of FP16 throughput, can accelerate certain workloads like machine learning inference or video encoding.

Students and professionals needing a portable workstation for everyday tasks, office applications, and light content creation will find this configuration more than sufficient. The CPU's single-thread performance of 3,594 in PassMark ensures snappy responsiveness in productivity tools, while the GPU provides acceleration for any graphics-intensive applications.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i7-13700H achieves an average benchmark score of 27,355, placing it at the 79th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G with a score of 27,382 (0.1% higher), the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H with 27,507 (0.6% higher), the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 with 27,535 (0.7% higher), and the Intel Core i5-14400T with 27,166 (0.7% lower). This tight clustering indicates that the i7-13700H is a well-balanced processor that performs essentially on par with its immediate competitors.

The Intel Arc A570M GPU achieves a Geekbench OpenCL score of 58,239, placing it at the 88th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT with a score of 58,392 (0.3% higher), the AMD Radeon RX 5600 OEM with 58,085 (0.3% lower), the NVIDIA P102-100 with 58,528 (0.5% higher), and the AMD Radeon PRO V710 with 58,657 (0.7% higher). The GPU's 88th percentile ranking is notably higher than the CPU's 79th percentile, indicating that the GPU is the stronger component relative to its market.

The combined system percentile of 84 reflects a configuration where both components are above average, with the GPU contributing slightly more to the overall performance picture. The CPU's multi-threaded scores in Cinebench and PassMark demonstrate strong productivity performance, while the GPU's OpenCL score shows competitive compute capability. Together, this pairing offers a balanced platform for gaming, content creation, and general productivity.

FAQ

Q: How many cores and threads does the Intel Core i7-13700H have?

A: The CPU has 14 cores and 20 threads, using a hybrid architecture with performance and efficiency cores on Intel's Raptor Lake-H design.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The Intel Arc A570M has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, providing 224.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth.

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

A: The i7-13700H scores 27,355 on average, which is 0.1% lower than the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G, 0.6% lower than the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H, 0.7% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 5800, and 0.7% higher than the Intel Core i5-14400T.

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.

Q: Does the GPU support ray tracing?

A: Yes, the Intel Arc A570M has 16 RT cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), which includes ray tracing capabilities.

Q: What is the combined system percentile?

A: The combined system percentile is 84, indicating that this CPU+GPU pairing outperforms 84% of all systems in the database.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's 3DMark 2-thread score of 1,947 and the GPU's 88th percentile ranking suggest capable performance for high-refresh 1080p gaming. The GPU's 83.20 GPixel/s pixel rate and 166.4 GTexel/s texture rate provide sufficient throughput for fast-paced titles, while the CPU's strong single-thread performance (3,594 in PassMark) ensures game logic doesn't become a limiting factor.

Streaming: The CPU's 14 cores and 20 threads, with a 3DMark max-thread score of 7,502, provide ample headroom for encoding video while gaming. The PassMark data compression score of 307,791 indicates strong throughput for stream encoding tasks, allowing simultaneous gameplay and broadcast without severe performance degradation.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15,474 demonstrates strong rendering capability for video exports. The GPU's 10.65 TFLOPS of FP16 throughput can accelerate effects and color grading, while the 8 GB VRAM handles large project timelines and previews.

3D rendering: The CPU's multi-threaded performance, with a PassMark multi-thread score of 26,399 and Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 9,231, provides solid CPU-based rendering. The GPU's 5.325 TFLOPS of FP32 compute can accelerate GPU-accelerated renderers, offering a dual-path rendering capability.

Software development: The PassMark integer math score of 92,811 and extended instructions score of 18,303 indicate strong performance for code compilation and execution. The CPU's 24 MB shared L3 cache reduces memory latency for frequently accessed data, while the 20 threads allow parallel builds and testing.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread score of 3,594 in PassMark ensures responsive application performance, while the GPU's capabilities handle presentations, light image editing, and any graphical tasks. The 45 W TDP CPU and 75 W TDP GPU make this a power-efficient configuration for portable use.

Build Overview

This configuration pairs the Intel Core i7-13700H, a 14-core mobile processor from the Raptor Lake-H series, with the Intel Arc A570M, a discrete mobile GPU based on the Xe-HPG architecture. The build class is laptop, indicating this is a mobile platform designed for portable use.

The CPU's 79th percentile ranking and the GPU's 88th percentile ranking place this system in the upper tier of laptop performance. The combined system percentile of 84 reflects a well-balanced configuration where both components contribute meaningfully to overall performance. The CPU launched with an MSRP of $502, and while the GPU has no official launch MSRP, it is positioned as a mid-range mobile graphics solution.

This pairing is suitable for users who need a single laptop for both productivity and gaming. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance handles content creation and development workloads, while the GPU's compute capabilities and 8 GB VRAM support modern gaming at 1080p and some 1440p scenarios.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A570M is built on Intel's Xe-HPG architecture using the DG2-256 chip, manufactured by TSMC on a 6 nm process. The chip contains 11,500 million transistors on a 269 mm² die, with a transistor density of 42.8 million per mm². The GPU has 2,048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output units, along with 16 dedicated ray tracing cores.

The GPU operates at a base clock of 900 MHz with a boost clock of 1300 MHz. Memory runs at 1750 MHz, providing 14 Gbps effective speed across a 128-bit bus, yielding 224.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The 8 GB GDDR6 memory capacity is adequate for modern games at 1080p and 1440p with moderate texture settings.

Compute performance is rated at 5.325 TFLOPS for FP32 and 10.65 TFLOPS for FP16 (2:1 ratio). The pixel rate is 83.20 GPixel/s and texture rate is 166.4 GTexel/s. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, making it compatible with current gaming APIs. The bus interface is PCIe 4.0 x8, and the GPU has a TDP of 75 W.

In Geekbench OpenCL testing, the GPU scores 58,239, placing it at the 88th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT (0.3% higher), AMD Radeon RX 5600 OEM (0.3% lower), NVIDIA P102-100 (0.5% higher), and AMD Radeon PRO V710 (0.7% lower). This clustering indicates the A570M delivers competitive compute performance despite being a mobile part.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i7-13700H uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket, which is a mobile platform that is not upgradeable in the traditional sense. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, giving OEMs flexibility in memory selection. The CPU provides 8 PCIe Gen 5 lanes for the GPU, though the Arc A570M itself uses PCIe 4.0 x8.

The CPU's TDP of 45 W and the GPU's TDP of 75 W combine for a total of 120 W of component power draw. No suggested PSU is specified, and the GPU uses an IGP slot width with no power connectors listed, indicating it is designed for laptop integration. The display outputs are portable device dependent, meaning the laptop manufacturer determines the actual ports.

For a sensible next upgrade, users would need to consider a full laptop replacement rather than component upgrades. A system with a higher-tier CPU and GPU combination would be the natural progression, though the current configuration's 84th combined percentile leaves room for improvement only in the top tier of mobile workstations and gaming laptops. The CPU's active production status and 2023 release date suggest it will remain relevant for several more years, while the GPU's active status as of 2023 indicates ongoing driver support and optimization.