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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700HX + Intel Arc A350M

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91%

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92%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700HX

34,554 Benchmark Score

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Intel Arc A350M

24,647 Benchmark Score

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The Intel Core i7-13700HX and Intel Arc A350M pairing represents a distinct configuration within the laptop market, combining a high-end 16-core mobile processor with an entry-level discrete graphics solution. This analysis utilizes benchmark data to evaluate the platform, performance characteristics, and suitability for various workloads. The data indicates a system with substantial CPU compute capability that is significantly constrained by its GPU, creating a unique balance that targets specific use cases rather than general-purpose gaming or rendering.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is anchored by the Intel Core i7-13700HX, which uses the Intel BGA 1964 socket, a package that is soldered to the motherboard. This means the CPU itself is not upgradeable in the traditional sense; the "upgrade path" for this processor is the entire laptop chassis, not a component swap. The CPU is from the Raptor Lake-HX generation, built on Intel's 10 nm process, and features a die size of 257 mm². The platform supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, offering flexibility in system memory selection, though the specific bandwidth is not detailed in the data. The CPU officially supports ECC memory, which can be a relevant feature for specific professional or server-like workloads in a mobile context.

For expansion, the CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 connectivity with 20 lanes available from the processor itself. This is a forward-looking feature, allowing for high-speed NVMe storage or other Gen 5 devices, provided the laptop manufacturer implements them. The integrated graphics are Intel UHD Graphics 770, which provides a basic display output and fallback for tasks when the discrete GPU is not in use. The power envelope is defined by a TDP of 55 W, which is relatively high for a mobile CPU and demands a robust cooling solution from the laptop OEM to sustain performance. The GPU has a TDP of just 25 W and no suggested PSU is listed, which is typical for mobile components. Since this is a laptop build class, power delivery is handled by the system's AC adapter, and the combined 80 W TDP of the CPU and GPU suggests a system that would require a power brick in the range of 130W-180W, though this is not explicitly stated in the data.

A sensible next upgrade for this system is not a component swap within the same chassis, but rather a move to a newer platform generation with a more balanced CPU-to-GPU ratio. Given that the CPU is a performance leader, the primary bottleneck is the GPU. An upgrade path would involve moving to a system with a more powerful discrete GPU, such as those found in the higher tiers of the Arc Alchemist lineup or competing NVIDIA/AMD offerings, to unlock the full potential of a similar-tier CPU. The data shows the CPU's nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H and Intel Core i5-13450HX, indicating that this processor is at the upper end of its performance class, so a platform upgrade would be for reasons of GPU performance or new features like PCIe Gen 5 support for storage, not CPU performance itself.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark results present a clear picture of a processor with exceptional multi-threaded capability and a GPU that is positioned for entry-level performance. The CPU's average benchmark score is 34554, placing it in the 84th percentile of all CPUs. This is a strong showing, with the data indicating it is 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H, 0.6% ahead of the Intel Core i5-13450HX, and 0.9% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X. Conversely, it is 0.9% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 150. In specific CPU tests, the processor scores 20479 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1875 in single-core, demonstrating a 10.9x ratio between multi-threaded and single-threaded performance, which is typical for a 16-core part. The 3DMark tests show scaling from 1024 in single-thread to 8988 in max-threads, with a notable jump from 6416 in 8-thread to 8051 in 16-thread, indicating that the core count scales well with workload.

The GPU, Intel Arc A350M, has an average benchmark score of 24647, placing it in the 70th percentile of all GPUs. Its Geekbench scores are 24546 for OpenCL and 24747 for Vulkan, showing consistent performance across different APIs. The GPU's closest rival is the AMD Radeon RX 590, which is 0.4% faster, and the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile, which is 0.5% faster. Interestingly, the GPU is 0.8% faster than the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT and 1.5% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1630. This places the A350M in a performance tier that is competitive with older desktop mid-range cards but well below modern high-end mobile solutions. The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pairing is 77, which reflects the high CPU performance being dragged down by the relatively lower GPU performance. The combined picture is a system that excels in CPU-bound tasks like compilation, rendering, and heavy multitasking, but will be limited in GPU-bound scenarios such as high-resolution gaming or complex 3D rendering.

Balance and Bottleneck

The benchmark data clearly indicates that the GPU is the limiting factor in this pairing. The CPU is in the 84th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU is in the 70th percentile. This 14-point gap in percentiles is significant and suggests that in any workload that utilizes both components, the GPU will reach its maximum capacity long before the CPU does. For example, in a gaming scenario, the CPU can process game logic and physics at a very high rate, but the GPU's 3.379 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 112.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth will be the constraint on frame rates. The CPU is capable of handling high-refresh-rate gaming workloads, but the GPU will not be able to provide the frames to match.

This imbalance is further evidenced by the GPU's memory configuration. With 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus and a bandwidth of 112.0 GB/s, the A350M is designed for 1080p gaming at lower detail settings. The CPU's performance in data compression (392725 in Passmark) and integer math (116617) indicates it can handle data-intensive tasks like file archiving and code compilation with ease, while the GPU's performance in Geekbench Vulkan (24747) suggests it is adequate for light content creation but not for heavy 3D rendering. In a workload like video editing, the CPU would handle the encoding and decoding of video streams efficiently, but the GPU would be the bottleneck for effects and timeline rendering. The data suggests that this is a system where the CPU is the star performer, and the GPU is a functional but modest companion, limiting the overall system to tasks that are not heavily GPU-dependent.

Who Should Build It

This configuration is not for a gamer seeking high frame rates, but it is an excellent fit for users with CPU-intensive workloads. The Intel Core i7-13700HX, with its 16 cores and 24 threads, is a powerhouse for software development, specifically for compiling large codebases or running multiple virtual machines. Students in computer science or engineering fields would benefit from the CPU's multi-threaded performance for simulations and data analysis, with the GPU providing adequate support for visualizations. For content creators, the system can handle video editing in 1080p with light effects, and the CPU's strong Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20479 ensures fast rendering of final exports. However, for 3D artists using GPU-accelerated renderers, the A350M's 6 RT cores and 3.379 TFLOPS of FP32 performance would be a significant bottleneck.

Small business workstations that require heavy spreadsheet processing, database management, or data encryption would find the CPU's Passmark scores impressive, particularly the data encryption score of 22386. The CPU is also well-suited for scientific computing and financial modeling, where the multi-threaded performance is paramount. Gamers at 1080p with esports titles or older games would find the system playable, but it is not recommended for modern AAA titles at high settings. The system's 77th combined percentile indicates it is a solid performer overall, but users must be aware of its GPU limitations. Ultimately, this build is for a user who prioritizes CPU compute performance above all else and needs a discrete GPU for basic graphics tasks, not for gaming or professional rendering.

FAQ

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this CPU and GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile for the Intel Core i7-13700HX and Intel Arc A350M is 77, indicating it performs better than 77% of all tested CPU and GPU combinations.

Q: How does the CPU performance compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700HX has an average benchmark score of 34554, which is 0.9% higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X's score of 34260.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the Intel Arc A350M?

A: The Intel Arc A350M has a memory bandwidth of 112.0 GB/s, utilizing 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i7-13700HX supports ECC memory, which can be a critical feature for data integrity in professional workloads.

Q: What is the process node for the Intel Core i7-13700HX?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700HX is built on Intel's 10 nm process node, with a die size of 257 mm².

Q: What is the boost clock speed of the Intel Arc A350M?

A: The Intel Arc A350M has a boost clock speed of 2200 MHz, with a base clock of 1150 MHz.

Q: What is the CPU's score in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700HX scores 20479 in the Cinebench R23 multi-core test.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK does not contain any measured FPS data for this exact CPU and GPU combination. Therefore, all frame rate figures presented here are estimates based on the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations. The GPU's 70th percentile and its similarity to the AMD Radeon RX 590 and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1630 suggest that it can handle 1080p gaming with medium-to-low settings in most modern titles. In esports games like Counter-Strike or Valorant, which are heavily CPU-bound, the i7-13700HX's strong single-thread performance (score of 1024 in 3DMark single-thread) would allow the GPU to reach high frame rates, potentially exceeding 100 FPS at 1080p with competitive settings.

For more demanding AAA titles, the GPU's 4 GB of VRAM and 112.0 GB/s bandwidth will be limiting. At 1080p with high settings, the GPU would likely struggle to maintain 60 FPS in most modern games, and texture quality would need to be reduced to stay within the VRAM limit. The GPU's Geekbench Vulkan score of 24747 is comparable to a GTX 1630, which is a known entry-level 1080p card. Therefore, a reasonable estimate for games like Cyberpunk 2077 or Assassin's Creed Valhalla would be 30-40 FPS at 1080p with low-to-medium settings. The data suggests that this system is not designed for high-refresh-rate gaming or high-detail 1080p experiences, but rather for playable frame rates at lower settings, with the CPU ensuring a smooth experience in less graphically intensive titles.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700HX is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-HX variant. It has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 30 MB L3 cache. This configuration is designed for high multi-threaded throughput, as evidenced by its benchmark scores. The CPU's average benchmark score of 34554 places it in the 84th percentile of all CPUs, making it a top-tier mobile processor. Its performance is nearly identical to the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H, with a delta of just 0.2%, and it slightly edges out the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X by 0.9%.

In real-world workloads, the CPU's performance is exceptional. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20479 indicates it can handle video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation with ease. The Passmark multi-thread score of 32637 further corroborates this, showing strong performance in tasks that utilize all cores. The single-thread performance is also respectable, with a Cinebench R23 score of 1875, which is sufficient for responsive everyday use and gaming. The CPU's data compression score of 392725 and encryption score of 22386 suggest it is well-suited for file archiving and secure data handling. This is a processor that excels in CPU-bound tasks, making it a great choice for developers, content creators, and power users who need maximum compute performance in a mobile form factor.

Build Overview

This build combines the Intel Core i7-13700HX and Intel Arc A350M into a laptop-class system. The CPU is a high-end, 16-core mobile processor designed for maximum multi-threaded performance, while the GPU is an entry-level discrete solution aimed at providing basic gaming and graphics acceleration. The combined percentile of 77 indicates that this system outperforms the majority of tested configurations, but the significant gap in CPU (84th percentile) and GPU (70th percentile) performance creates a unique profile. This is not a balanced gaming rig; it is a workstation-class CPU paired with a modest GPU.

The overall tier of this system is that of a powerful productivity machine with limited gaming capability. It is ideal for users who need heavy CPU compute for tasks like software development, scientific computing, or video editing, but do not require high-end GPU performance for gaming or GPU-accelerated rendering. The build class is a laptop, meaning all components are integrated, and the system is designed for mobility. This pairing will appeal to a niche audience that prioritizes CPU performance and is willing to compromise on graphical capabilities. The data shows a system that is a specialist, not a generalist, excelling in specific professional workloads while being average at best in GPU-intensive tasks.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A350M is based on the Xe-HPG architecture, using the DG2-128 chip, manufactured on TSMC's 6 nm process with 7,200 million transistors on a 157 mm² die. It features 768 shading units, 48 TMUs, and 24 ROPs, along with 6 dedicated ray tracing cores. The GPU has a base clock of 1150 MHz and a boost clock of 2200 MHz. Its memory subsystem consists of 4 GB of GDDR6 on a 64-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 112.0 GB/s. The GPU's FP32 performance is 3.379 TFLOPS, and its FP16 performance is 6.758 TFLOPS with a 2:1 ratio.

In benchmark terms, the A350M has an average score of 24647, placing it in the 70th percentile of all GPUs. Its performance is nearly identical to the AMD Radeon RX 590, which is 0.4% faster, and the NVIDIA RTX A5000 Mobile, which is 0.5% faster. It is also slightly faster than the AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT by 0.8% and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1630 by 1.5%. For rendering tasks, the GPU's 6 RT cores provide some ray tracing capability, but the 3.379 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is limited for complex 3D scenes. In gaming, the 4 GB VRAM is a constraint at higher resolutions and texture settings, but the GPU is capable of handling 1080p esports titles and older games. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 24546 and Vulkan score of 24747 show consistent performance across APIs, indicating good driver support for compute tasks. This is a capable entry-level GPU that provides a significant step up from integrated graphics but is not designed for high-end gaming or professional rendering workloads.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: This is not a suitable scenario for this build. The GPU's 70th percentile performance and 4 GB VRAM limit frame rates in modern titles. While the CPU can handle high frame rates in esports games, the GPU will be the bottleneck, preventing consistent high-refresh 1080p gaming.

Streaming: The CPU is exceptionally well-suited for streaming, as its 16 cores and 24 threads can handle both game encoding and streaming software simultaneously without significant performance impact. The CPU's high multi-threaded scores, such as 20479 in Cinebench R23, ensure smooth streaming performance, though the GPU will limit game quality.

Video Editing: This system is capable for 1080p video editing. The CPU's strong multi-threaded performance, evidenced by its Passmark multi-thread score of 32637, will handle video decoding and encoding efficiently. The GPU can assist with effects and transitions, but it will be slow for complex GPU-accelerated effects due to its 3.379 TFLOPS FP32 performance.

3D Rendering: This is a mixed scenario. For CPU-based rendering, this system is excellent, with the i7-13700HX providing fast render times. However, for GPU-accelerated rendering using OpenCL or Vulkan, the A350M will be a significant bottleneck, with performance comparable to an older desktop card like the RX 590.

Software Development: This is a prime use case. The CPU's high core count and 24 threads, combined with a Passmark integer math score of 116617, make it ideal for compiling code, running build servers, and managing multiple virtual machines. The GPU is sufficient for basic UI rendering and 2D graphics.

Student and Office Work: This system is overkill for basic office tasks like word processing and spreadsheets. The CPU's performance is far beyond what is needed for these tasks, but the system would provide a very responsive and smooth experience. The GPU is more than adequate for video playback and office graphics, making this a high-performance, if expensive, option for students.

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4K Gaming Performance

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Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Call of Duty: Warzone

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