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Top 6% 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
91%
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GPU
97%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700HX

34,554 Benchmark Score
Top 9% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A570M

58,239 Benchmark Score
Top 3% Market Ranking
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Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
85-100
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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

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports
0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

# GPU Analysis — VRAM, bandwidth, clocks, RT/tensor hardware, what the benchmark scores mean for rendering

The Intel Arc A570M is a mobile graphics solution built on the Xe-HPG architecture, fabricated on TSMC's 6 nm process with 11,500 million transistors on a 269 mm² die. It is equipped with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, yielding a memory bandwidth of 224.0 GB/s. The GPU operates at a base clock of 900 MHz and a boost clock of 1300 MHz, with memory running at 1750 MHz (14 Gbps effective). These specifications position it as a mid-range mobile part, though its benchmark performance tells a more nuanced story.

The GPU's compute resources include 2048 shading units, 128 texture mapping units, and 64 raster output units. It features 16 ray tracing cores, providing dedicated hardware for RT workloads, but no tensor cores are listed in the data. The pixel rate is 83.20 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 166.4 GTexel/s. FP32 throughput is rated at 5.325 TFLOPS, while FP16 reaches 10.65 TFLOPS (2:1), indicating that the architecture favors half-precision workloads when applicable.

In the Geekbench OpenCL benchmark, the Arc A570M scores 58,239 points. This places it in the 88th percentile of all GPUs, which is a strong showing for a mobile part. Comparing to its nearest rivals, the data shows it is nearly identical to the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT, which scores 58,392 (a delta of -0.3%, meaning the Arc is 0.3% behind). It also sits close to the AMD Radeon RX 5600 OEM at 58,085 (0.3% ahead), the NVIDIA P102-100 at 58,528 (0.5% behind), and the AMD Radeon PRO V710 at 58,657 (0.7% behind). These deltas are all within a single percentage point, suggesting that the Arc A570M delivers compute performance on par with a range of desktop and workstation GPUs, despite being a mobile chip.

For rendering workloads, the FP32 throughput of 5.325 TFLOPS is a key indicator. This level of raw compute is sufficient for moderate 3D rendering tasks, though it will not compete with high-end desktop parts. The 16 RT cores provide hardware-accelerated ray tracing, which is beneficial for real-time ray-traced effects in games and for certain rendering pipelines. The 8 GB VRAM is adequate for 1080p and 1440p textures, but larger scenes or high-resolution texture packs could strain capacity. The 224.0 GB/s bandwidth is a limiting factor for memory-intensive workloads, but it is typical for a 128-bit bus configuration. The DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2) support ensures compatibility with modern rendering features, and Vulkan 1.4 support adds flexibility for cross-platform applications.

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The Arc A570M's 88th percentile GPU ranking suggests it can handle high-refresh gaming at 1080p in many titles. However, with no measured FPS data for this exact combination, expectations must be derived from the OpenCL score. The 5.325 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 8 GB VRAM are sufficient for competitive shooters and esports titles at high frame rates, while more demanding AAA games may require lower settings to maintain high refresh rates.

Streaming: The CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads provide ample headroom for encoding and streaming simultaneously. The Passmark multithread score of 32,637 indicates strong multi-core performance, which is critical for handling game capture, encoding, and overlay software without impacting game performance. The GPU's DirectX 12 Ultimate support also enables hardware-accelerated encoding features where applicable.

Video editing: The combination of the CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20,479 and the GPU's OpenCL score of 58,239 makes this a capable platform for video editing. Timeline scrubbing, effects previews, and export tasks will benefit from the 16-core CPU and the GPU's compute power. The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p video projects, though 4K timelines with heavy effects may push memory limits.

3D rendering: The CPU's Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 11,290 and the GPU's 5.325 TFLOPS FP32 throughput provide a balanced foundation for 3D rendering. CPU-based rendering will leverage the 24 threads effectively, while GPU-accelerated renderers can utilize the Arc A570M's compute units. The 16 RT cores add ray tracing capability, though render times will be longer than with higher-end desktop GPUs.

Software development: The CPU's Passmark integer math score of 116,617 and data compression score of 392,725 indicate strong performance for compilation tasks and data processing. The 30 MB of shared L3 cache and 24 threads allow for fast code builds and parallel test execution. The ECC memory support is a notable feature for workstation reliability, though it is not commonly used in mobile platforms.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread score of 1,024 in 3DMark and 3,819 in Passmark ensures responsive everyday computing. Office applications, web browsing, and document editing will run smoothly. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback for power efficiency when the discrete GPU is not needed, though the Arc A570M will handle any graphics-accelerated tasks with ease.

# 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 is manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm². The base clock is 2.10 GHz, boosting up to 5.00 GHz, which provides a wide frequency range for both efficiency and peak performance. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory as an option. It connects via PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only) and is designed for mobile platforms, using the Intel BGA 1964 socket.

The cache hierarchy consists of 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. This substantial L3 pool is beneficial for workloads that share data across cores, such as database operations and scientific computing. The 24 threads allow for significant parallelism, which is reflected in the benchmark scores.

In 3DMark multi-threaded tests, the CPU scores 8,051 for 16 threads, 6,416 for 8 threads, 3,738 for 4 threads, and 1,990 for 2 threads. The single-thread score is 1,024, and the max-thread score is 8,988. These scaling numbers show that the CPU maintains efficiency as thread count increases, with the 16-thread score being 89.6% of the max-thread score. This indicates good multi-core scaling, though there is some diminishing return beyond 16 threads.

Cinebench results reinforce this picture: R15 multi-core scores 3,277 and single-core 272; R20 multi-core scores 11,290 and single-core 1,593; R23 multi-core scores 20,479 and single-core 1,875. The R23 multi-core score of 20,479 is particularly strong for a mobile CPU, placing it in a range that can handle demanding productivity tasks. The single-core score of 1,875 is competitive for everyday responsiveness and lightly threaded applications.

Passmark tests provide additional context. The multi-thread score is 32,637, with integer math at 116,617 and floating-point math at 85,863. Data compression scores 392,725, data encryption 22,386, and extended instructions 24,127. The find prime numbers test scores 124, and random string sorting 41,717. Physics scores 1,908, and single-thread performance is 3,819. These figures indicate a well-rounded processor excelling in integer-heavy tasks and data manipulation, with slightly lower floating-point performance relative to integer operations.

The CPU's average benchmark score is 34,554, placing it in the 84th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H at 34,485 (0.2% ahead), the Intel Core i5-13450HX at 34,333 (0.6% ahead), the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X at 34,260 (0.9% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen 5 150 at 34,881 (0.9% behind). These tight deltas show that the i7-13700HX is performance-equivalent to a range of desktop and mobile processors, despite being a mobile part.

# FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core i7-13700HX has 16 cores and 24 threads, based on the Raptor Lake architecture.

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 bandwidth.

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

A: The CPU's average benchmark score is 34,554, which is 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H, 0.6% ahead of the Intel Core i5-13450HX, 0.9% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, and 0.9% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 150.

Q: What is the GPU's percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Arc A570M is in the 88th percentile of all GPUs, based on its Geekbench OpenCL score of 58,239.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i7-13700HX supports ECC memory, which is unusual for a mobile processor.

Q: What is the CPU's boost clock speed?

A: The CPU boosts up to 5.00 GHz, with a base clock of 2.10 GHz.

Q: What PCIe version does the CPU support?

A: The CPU supports PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only).

# Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between the Intel Core i7-13700HX and the Intel Arc A570M is characterized by the CPU being in the 84th percentile and the GPU in the 88th percentile, with a combined percentile of 86. This alignment suggests that neither component dramatically outclasses the other, but the GPU holds a slight edge in relative performance.

For CPU-bound workloads, such as compilation, data compression (Passmark score of 392,725), and integer math (116,617), the i7-13700HX with its 24 threads and 30 MB L3 cache is the primary driver. The CPU's max-thread score of 8,988 in 3DMark indicates it can handle heavily parallel tasks without becoming a bottleneck. However, in gaming scenarios, the GPU is typically the limiting factor at higher resolutions. The Arc A570M's 8 GB VRAM and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth may constrain performance at 1440p or with high-resolution textures, while the CPU's single-thread score of 1,024 in 3DMark and 3,819 in Passmark ensures it can feed the GPU adequately at 1080p.

The FPS scaling picture, though unmeasured for this exact combination, can be inferred from the benchmark scores. The GPU's OpenCL score of 58,239, which is within 0.7% of the AMD Radeon PRO V710 and 0.5% of the NVIDIA P102-100, suggests that gaming performance will be similar to these parts. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20,479 indicates it can handle game logic and physics without bottlenecking the GPU in most titles. However, in CPU-intensive games with high object counts or complex simulations, the CPU's 84th percentile ranking might become a limiting factor, particularly at lower resolutions where the GPU has more headroom.

Memory bandwidth is another potential bottleneck. The CPU supports dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5, but the specific bandwidth is not listed. The GPU's 224.0 GB/s is fixed and may limit texture streaming in open-world games. Overall, the system is well-balanced for 1080p gaming and productivity, with the GPU being the more likely bottleneck at higher settings and the CPU at lower resolutions.

# Who Should Build It

This Intel Core i7-13700HX + Intel Arc A570M combination is a laptop configuration, as indicated by the build class. It targets users who need a mobile workstation capable of both productivity and gaming without sacrificing portability.

Gamers at 1080p: The GPU's 88th percentile ranking and the CPU's 84th percentile suggest that this system can handle 1080p gaming at high settings in most titles. The 8 GB VRAM is sufficient for current game textures, and the 16 RT cores provide ray tracing capability, though performance will vary by title.

Content creators: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20,479 and the GPU's OpenCL score of 58,239 make this a capable platform for video editing, 3D rendering, and graphic design. The 24 threads accelerate rendering tasks, while the GPU handles effects and compositing.

Software developers: The CPU's Passmark integer math score of 116,617 and 30 MB L3 cache are well-suited for code compilation and running virtual machines. The 24 threads allow for parallel build processes, reducing compile times.

Students: The processor's single-thread performance (Passmark 3,819) ensures smooth operation for research, writing, and presentation software. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 can handle light graphics tasks when the discrete GPU is not needed, potentially saving power.

Small business workstations: The ECC memory support and robust multi-core performance make this suitable for data analysis, financial modeling, and other professional applications that benefit from reliability and parallel processing.

# Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 34,554, placing it in the 84th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H, scores 34,485 (0.2% behind), while the AMD Ryzen 5 150 is 0.9% ahead at 34,881. The CPU's strongest results are in Passmark multi-thread (32,637) and Cinebench R23 multi-core (20,479), indicating excellent multi-threaded performance for a mobile part.

The GPU's Geekbench OpenCL score is 58,239, placing it in the 88th percentile of all GPUs. It is nearly identical to the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT (58,392, 0.3% behind), the AMD Radeon RX 5600 OEM (58,085, 0.3% ahead), the NVIDIA P102-100 (58,528, 0.5% behind), and the AMD Radeon PRO V710 (58,657, 0.7% behind). This puts the mobile GPU on par with several desktop parts, a notable achievement.

The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pairing is 86, which reflects a well-matched system where both components are in the upper tier of their respective categories. The CPU's 84th percentile and GPU's 88th percentile are close enough that neither will consistently dominate the other, providing balanced overall performance.

# Build Overview

This build pairs the Intel Core i7-13700HX, a 16-core, 24-thread mobile processor from the Raptor Lake-HX family, with the Intel Arc A570M, a mobile GPU based on the Xe-HPG architecture (Alchemist generation). The system is classified as a laptop, and the combined performance places it in the 86th percentile of all builds, indicating a high-tier configuration.

The CPU's 84th percentile ranking and the GPU's 88th percentile ranking both point to above-average performance for mobile components. The CPU's boost clock of 5.00 GHz and 30 MB L3 cache provide strong single-thread and multi-thread capabilities, while the GPU's 8 GB VRAM and 224.0 GB/s bandwidth support modern gaming and rendering workloads. The process nodes differ significantly — the CPU uses Intel's 10 nm process, while the GPU uses TSMC's 6 nm — which affects power efficiency and thermal characteristics.

This is a laptop configuration, so the components are soldered and not upgradeable in the traditional sense. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a power-saving option for light tasks, while the Arc A570M handles demanding graphics work. The system is positioned as a high-performance mobile workstation or gaming laptop, suitable for users who need desktop-class performance in a portable form factor.

# Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for this exact CPU+GPU combination in the FACT PACK. As such, all FPS figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores, not measured results. The GPU's Geekbench OpenCL score of 58,239, which is within 0.7% of the AMD Radeon PRO V710 and 0.5% of the NVIDIA P102-100, provides a reference point for expected gaming performance.

At 1080p with ultra settings, the Arc A570M's 5.325 TFLOPS FP32 throughput and 8 GB VRAM should deliver playable frame rates in most titles, likely ranging from 60 to 100+ FPS in less demanding games and 40 to 60 FPS in AAA titles. The 16 RT cores enable ray tracing, but enabling this feature will reduce frame rates significantly. At 1440p, the 224.0 GB/s bandwidth may become a limiting factor, and players should expect lower frame rates, potentially requiring medium settings to maintain 60 FPS.

The CPU's single-thread performance (3DMark single-thread: 1,024, Passmark single-thread: 3,819) is sufficient to avoid bottlenecking the GPU at 1080p in most games. In CPU-bound titles with heavy physics or large open worlds, the CPU's 84th percentile ranking suggests it can keep pace with the GPU's output. However, at lower resolutions or with reduced graphics settings, the CPU may become the limiting factor in some scenarios.

Overall, this system is best suited for 1080p gaming at high to ultra settings, with 1440p gaming possible at reduced settings. These are estimates, and actual performance will vary by title and driver optimization.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses the Intel BGA 1964 socket, which is a mobile platform, meaning the processor is soldered to the motherboard and cannot be upgraded. It supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory as an option. The memory bus is dual-channel, though the specific bandwidth is not listed in the data.

The CPU supports PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only), providing fast connectivity for storage and other devices. The GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 interface, which is sufficient for its bandwidth needs. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output and can be used for power-efficient tasks.

The GPU has a TDP of 75 W, and the CPU has a TDP of 55 W. No suggested PSU is listed, and as a laptop, the power delivery is fixed by the design. The GPU's slot width is noted as "IGP," which is unusual and may indicate it is an integrated or embedded solution rather than a discrete MXM module.

For a sensible next upgrade, users would be limited to increasing memory capacity or speed (if the laptop supports it) or replacing the entire system, as the CPU and GPU are not socketed for upgrade. The platform is current, with the CPU released on January 3, 2023, and the GPU on July 31, 2023, so it supports modern standards. The ECC memory support is a differentiator for professional users, though it requires compatible memory modules. The PCIe Gen 5 support from the CPU ensures that future high-speed storage devices will be accommodated, though this is a laptop, so expansion options are limited to what the chassis provides.