SYSTEM ANALYZER

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700H + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile

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87 / 100
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Power Build

Top 13% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
88%
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GPU
86%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700H

27,355 Benchmark Score
Top 12% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile

8,746 Benchmark Score
Top 14% 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

# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700H is a 14-core, 20-thread mobile processor built on Intel's Raptor Lake-H architecture and fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process node. It features a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, with a 45 W TDP that positions it as a high-performance part for laptops. The chip integrates Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units, and its cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support covers both DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, and the CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 8 lanes.

Benchmark data reveals a processor that scales strongly with thread count. The 3DMark scores progress from 1015 single-thread to 1947 at 2 threads, 3616 at 4 threads, 5369 at 8 threads, 6885 at 16 threads, and 7502 at max threads. This scaling pattern indicates that the hybrid core arrangement — a combination of performance and efficiency cores typical of Raptor Lake-H — delivers nearly linear gains up to 8 threads, after which diminishing returns set in. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15474 against a single-core score of 1856 suggests that heavily threaded workloads like video rendering or compilation will see substantial benefit, while lightly threaded tasks such as web browsing or office applications will rely on the strong single-core performance.

The PassMark suite reinforces this dual-strength profile. The single-thread score of 3594 is competitive, while the multithread score of 26399 shows robust parallel throughput. More specialized tests reveal the chip's character: floating-point math scores 66322, integer math reaches 92811, and data compression hits 307791. These figures indicate strong number-crunching capabilities for scientific or financial workloads. Data encryption at 17971 and extended instructions at 18303 show moderate but respectable performance for security-related tasks. The find prime numbers score of 103 is notably low, which suggests that certain integer-heavy algorithms may not scale as well on this architecture.

The CPU sits at the 79th percentile among all CPUs, placing it in the upper tier of processors. Its nearest rivals in the benchmark database provide context: the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G scores 27382 on average, a mere 0.1% ahead; the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H scores 27507, 0.6% ahead; and the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 scores 27535, 0.7% ahead. The Intel Core i5-14400T trails by 0.7% with a score of 27166. This clustering indicates that the i7-13700H sits in a highly competitive performance band where small percentage differences separate products. The average benchmark score of 27355 places this chip in the same performance conversation as desktop parts like the Ryzen 7 5800, which is notable for a mobile processor.

For real workloads, the 14-core configuration with 20 threads means the i7-13700H can handle simultaneous tasks — compiling code while running virtual machines, or rendering video while streaming — without the stutter that lower-core-count parts might exhibit. The 24 MB of shared L3 cache helps keep frequently accessed data close to the cores, reducing memory latency penalties. The 5.00 GHz boost clock ensures that single-threaded applications like many games or legacy software run with minimal latency.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The pairing of the Intel Core i7-13700H with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile presents a classic CPU-heavy balance in a laptop form factor. The CPU's 79th percentile standing contrasts sharply with the GPU's 44th percentile among all GPUs. This 35-percentile gap indicates that the processor is significantly more capable relative to its peers than the graphics card is relative to its own competition.

This imbalance has practical implications. In CPU-bound workloads — software compilation, data analysis, spreadsheet manipulation, or even older games with low graphical demands — the i7-13700H will be the primary driver of performance, and the GPU will not impede progress. The CPU's 3DMark max threads score of 7502 and Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15474 suggest that productivity tasks will run smoothly without GPU involvement. The integrated Iris Xe Graphics can handle basic display output and light 2D acceleration, though the dedicated GPU is present for heavier graphical tasks.

Conversely, in GPU-bound scenarios — modern 3D games at high settings, 3D rendering with ray tracing, or machine learning inference — the RTX 3050 A Mobile becomes the limiting factor. The GPU's PassMark G3D score of 11664 and its 44th percentile position mean that even the strongest CPU performance cannot push frame rates beyond what the graphics card can render. This is not necessarily a flaw; it simply defines the system's ceiling for graphically intensive work.

The combined percentile of 62 reflects this mixed profile. The system is neither a pure gaming powerhouse nor a budget-limited compromise; it occupies a middle ground where the CPU outperforms the GPU. For users who prioritize multitasking, content creation, or development work alongside moderate gaming, this balance is sensible. For those seeking maximum frame rates in the latest AAA titles, the GPU will disappoint relative to the CPU's capabilities.

The absence of measured FPS data for this exact combination means that bottleneck analysis must be inferred from benchmark scores. The PassMark GPU compute score of 4419, compared to the CPU's PassMark multithread score of 26399, indicates that the CPU has roughly six times the compute throughput in these specific tests. This ratio suggests that any workload leveraging both components — such as game physics combined with graphics rendering — will see the GPU saturate well before the CPU reaches its limits.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination in the FACT PACK. All frame rate figures presented here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores of the individual components.

The RTX 3050 A Mobile, with its 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus delivering 192.0 GB/s bandwidth, is positioned for 1080p gaming at medium to high settings in most titles. The GPU's base clock of 1065 MHz and boost clock of 1343 MHz, combined with 1792 shading units, provide a baseline that should handle esports titles like Fortnite or Counter-Strike 2 with high frame rates. The PassMark DirectX 11 score of 94 and DirectX 12 score of 55 suggest that modern DirectX 12 titles will be more demanding, potentially requiring reduced settings for smooth gameplay.

The CPU's strong single-thread performance — a 3DMark single-thread score of 1015 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1856 — ensures that frame pacing in CPU-light scenarios will be consistent. Many games rely on one or two primary threads for game logic, and the i7-13700H's 2-thread score of 1947 and 4-thread score of 3616 in 3DMark indicate that these workloads will be handled with ease.

At 1080p resolution, the GPU is likely the limiting factor in graphically intense titles. The 4 GB VRAM capacity may constrain texture quality in newer games that target 6-8 GB for high detail. At 1440p, the GPU will struggle further; the 192.0 GB/s bandwidth and 4 GB frame buffer are marginal for that resolution in modern titles. The DirectX 9 score of 152 suggests that older games or those with lighter rendering pipelines will perform relatively better, as the GPU's raw rasterization capabilities are not the bottleneck.

The RTX 3050 A Mobile includes 14 ray tracing cores and 56 tensor cores, enabling DLSS and ray-traced effects. However, the modest FP32 performance of 4.813 TFLOPS means that ray tracing will be limited to lighter implementations or lower resolutions. DLSS upscaling could help maintain playable frame rates in supported titles by rendering at a lower internal resolution and upscaling, leveraging the tensor cores.

# Who Should Build It

This CPU+GPU combination targets laptop buyers who need strong processor performance without the premium cost of a top-tier graphics card. The i7-13700H's 79th percentile CPU standing makes this system suitable for content creators who edit video, work with large datasets, or compile code — tasks that thrive on the 14 cores and 20 threads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15474 indicates that 4K video exports or complex 3D scene renders will complete in reasonable time, even if the GPU is not accelerating those specific tasks.

Gamers at 1080p who play at medium settings or who favor esports titles will find this configuration adequate. The RTX 3050 A Mobile's 44th percentile GPU standing means it competes with mid-range parts from previous generations; for players who prioritize frame rate over visual fidelity, this system can deliver playable performance in most competitive games. Those seeking 1440p gaming at high settings should look elsewhere, as the GPU's 4 GB VRAM and 192.0 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for that workload.

Software developers and students in computer science programs will benefit from the CPU's parallel processing strength. The PassMark multithread score of 26399 and data compression score of 307791 indicate fast compilation times and efficient handling of large codebases. The dual-channel DDR5 memory support allows for high-bandwidth data access, which is valuable for memory-intensive applications like database management or virtual machines.

Small business workstations that run office productivity suites, accounting software, or light design tools will find this system responsive. The single-thread performance ensures that application launch times and spreadsheet recalculations are snappy, while the 20 threads allow for smooth multitasking across many open applications. The integrated Iris Xe Graphics provides a fallback if the dedicated GPU encounters driver issues, adding a layer of reliability.

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p with competitive settings, the RTX 3050 A Mobile can likely drive frame rates above 60 FPS in esports titles, though the 44th percentile GPU standing suggests that demanding AAA games will require lower settings. The CPU's strong single-thread performance — 3DMark single-thread score of 1015 — prevents frame drops in CPU-bound scenarios.

Streaming: The i7-13700H's 14 cores and 20 threads provide ample headroom for encoding video while gaming. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15474 suggests that x264 encoding at medium preset is feasible without sacrificing game performance. The GPU's NVENC encoder, supported by the tensor cores, offers an alternative that offloads encoding work from the CPU entirely.

Video editing: Timeline scrubbing and preview rendering will benefit from the CPU's 3DMark max threads score of 7502 and PassMark multithread score of 26399. Export times for 1080p or light 4K projects will be reasonable, though the GPU's 4 GB VRAM may limit GPU-accelerated effects.

3D rendering: CPU-based rendering in Blender or similar software will perform well thanks to the 14-core configuration. However, GPU rendering with CUDA will be constrained by the RTX 3050 A Mobile's 4.813 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 4 GB VRAM, which limits scene complexity.

Software development: Compilation times benefit from the PassMark integer math score of 92811 and data encryption score of 17971. The 24 MB L3 cache helps keep frequently accessed code and data in fast storage, reducing build times for large projects.

Student and office work: The single-thread score of 3594 in PassMark ensures that document processing, spreadsheet calculations, and web browsing feel instant. The 45 W TDP allows for all-day battery life in a laptop design, making it practical for campus use.

# GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile is a 30-series Ampere architecture chip based on the GA106 die, fabricated by Samsung on an 8 nm process. The chip contains 12,000 million transistors on a 276 mm² die, yielding a transistor density of 43.5 million per square millimeter. This is a mid-range mobile GPU with 1792 shading units, 56 texture mapping units, and 32 raster output units. It includes 14 ray tracing cores and 56 tensor cores, providing hardware support for both ray-traced lighting and DLSS upscaling.

The memory subsystem consists of 4 GB of GDDR6 on a 128-bit bus, running at 1500 MHz with 12 Gbps effective speed, producing 192.0 GB/s of bandwidth. This is adequate for 1080p gaming at moderate settings but constrains performance at higher resolutions or with high-resolution texture packs. The pixel rate of 42.98 GPixel/s and texture rate of 75.21 GTexel/s indicate that the GPU can handle fill-rate-bound scenes reasonably well for its class.

Clock speeds are modest at 1065 MHz base and 1343 MHz boost. The FP32 performance of 4.813 TFLOPS, with FP16 at the same 4.813 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio), places this GPU in the lower mid-range of the 30-series mobile lineup. The PassMark G3D score of 11664 and the 44th percentile standing among all GPUs suggest that this is an entry-level to mid-range part. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 v2, scores 8743 — a 0% difference — indicating that the RTX 3050 A Mobile performs similarly to a much older desktop GPU. The AMD Radeon Pro WX 5100 trails by 1.3% with a score of 8863, while the AMD Radeon R9 M265X leads by 1.2% with 8851.

The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with modern game APIs. The PCIe 4.0 x8 bus interface provides sufficient bandwidth for the GPU's memory requirements. The 45 W TDP is remarkably low for a dedicated GPU, enabling thin-and-light laptop designs, but it also caps sustained performance under load. The PassMark GPU compute score of 4419 indicates that compute workloads like machine learning inference or CUDA-accelerated tasks will be limited compared to higher-tier GPUs.

The production status is end-of-life, with a release date of 2023-12-31, and it succeeds the GeForce 20 Mobile series. The display outputs are portable device dependent, meaning laptop manufacturers determine the physical ports. The slot width is listed as IGP (integrated graphics processor), suggesting this is intended for soldered laptop integration rather than discrete expansion.

# Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i7-13700H achieves an average benchmark score of 27355, placing it at the 79th percentile of all CPUs. In the 3DMark suite, the processor scores 6885 at 16 threads and 7502 at max threads, representing strong multithreaded throughput. The Cinebench R23 scores of 15474 multicore and 1856 single-core confirm that both parallel and sequential workloads benefit from the architecture. PassMark results show a multithread score of 26399 and a single-thread score of 3594, with specialized tests like floating-point math at 66322 and integer math at 92811.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile achieves an average benchmark score of 8746, placing it at the 44th percentile of all GPUs. The PassMark G3D score of 11664 is the primary gaming performance indicator, while the GPU compute score of 4419 reflects compute-oriented workloads. The DirectX 11 score of 94 and DirectX 12 score of 55 show that the GPU performs better under older graphics APIs, which is typical for a mid-range mobile part.

The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pairing is 62, reflecting the significant gap between the CPU's strong standing and the GPU's middling position. This combined figure places the system in the upper-middle tier of laptop configurations. The CPU outperforms its nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-14400T, by 0.7%, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G leads by just 0.1%. The GPU ties with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 v2 at 0% difference and trails the AMD Radeon R9 M265X by 1.2%.

The benchmark picture indicates a system that is well-suited for processor-intensive tasks but only adequate for GPU-accelerated workloads. The 35-percentile gap between CPU and GPU means that any application using both components will be GPU-limited. For users who primarily run CPU-heavy software with occasional gaming, this pairing is efficient; for those expecting high-end gaming performance, the scores clearly show the GPU is the weaker link.

# FAQ

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

A: The CPU has 14 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile has 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 192.0 GB/s.

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

A: The i7-13700H's average benchmark score of 27355 is 0.1% behind the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G, 0.6% behind the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H, and 0.7% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 5800. It is 0.7% ahead of the Intel Core i5-14400T.

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

A: The combined percentile for the CPU and GPU pairing is 62, with the CPU at the 79th percentile and the GPU at the 44th percentile.

Q: Does this system support ray tracing?

A: Yes, the GPU includes 14 ray tracing cores and 56 tensor cores, providing hardware support for ray-traced effects and DLSS upscaling.

Q: What is the TDP of each component?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 45 W, and the GPU also has a TDP of 45 W, making this a power-efficient laptop configuration.

Q: Is the GPU still in production?

A: No, the production status is listed as end-of-life, with a release date of 2023-12-31.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i7-13700H uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket, which is a soldered mobile platform. This means the CPU is not upgradeable in a traditional sense; it is permanently attached to the motherboard. Users cannot swap the processor for a different model without replacing the entire laptop or motherboard. The memory support includes both DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, allowing for memory upgrades if the laptop manufacturer provides accessible SO-DIMM slots.

The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 8 lanes, while the GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 bus interface. This means the CPU has headroom for future expansion devices that support PCIe Gen 5, though the GPU is limited to Gen 4 bandwidth. The TDP of 45 W for both components suggests that the power delivery system is designed for a total sustained load of around 90 W, leaving little headroom for overclocking — which is not supported anyway, as the CPU's multiplier is locked.

The GPU has no power connectors and a slot width of IGP, indicating it is soldered to the motherboard. The suggested PSU is null, which is expected for a laptop where the power supply is integrated into the system design. The 45 W TDP for the GPU is low enough that laptop cooling solutions should manage thermals without excessive fan noise, but it also means there is no upgrade path for the GPU — users cannot swap the graphics chip.

A sensible next upgrade for this laptop platform would be increasing system memory, particularly if the unit ships with 8 GB and the user runs memory-intensive applications. Upgrading to 16 GB or 32 GB of DDR5 would benefit the CPU's multithreaded workloads, given the dual-channel configuration. Storage upgrades via M.2 NVMe slots, if available, would also improve load times and overall system responsiveness. However, the CPU and GPU are both fixed components, so the platform's performance ceiling is set at the factory.

# Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i7-13700H with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile in a laptop form factor (build class: laptop). The CPU is a 14-core, 20-thread Raptor Lake-H processor with a 5.00 GHz boost clock and a 45 W TDP, while the GPU is a 30-series Ampere mobile chip with 4 GB of GDDR6 memory, 14 ray tracing cores, and a 45 W TDP.

The combined percentile of 62 places this system in the upper-middle tier of laptop configurations. The CPU's 79th percentile standing indicates that processor performance is a clear strength, rivaling desktop parts like the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 and outperforming the Intel Core i5-14400T. The GPU's 44th percentile standing, by contrast, shows that graphics performance is merely average, comparable to the aging GeForce GTX 460 v2 and slightly behind the AMD Radeon R9 M265X.

This is a laptop designed for users who need substantial CPU compute power — content creators, developers, analysts — but who only require moderate gaming or GPU-accelerated performance. The 14-core CPU handles multithreaded workloads with ease, as evidenced by the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15474 and PassMark multithread score of 26399. The GPU provides entry-level 1080p gaming capability and hardware ray tracing support, though its 4 GB VRAM and 192.0 GB/s bandwidth limit its reach.

The system occupies a specific niche: it is not a gaming laptop in the traditional sense, nor is it a workstation-class machine with professional GPU options. Instead, it offers a balanced profile where the CPU is the star and the GPU is a competent supporting player. For users who spend more time compiling code, rendering video, or running simulations than playing the latest AAA titles, this pairing delivers strong value. For gamers who prioritize maximum frame rates, the GPU will be the bottleneck, and a system with a higher GPU percentile would be more appropriate. The data clearly shows that this is a CPU-first laptop with adequate, but not exceptional, graphics capabilities.