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

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88 / 100
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Power Build

Top 12% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
91%
VS
GPU
86%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700HX

34,554 Benchmark Score
Top 9% 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

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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

This pairing combines a 16-core, 24-thread Intel Core i7-13700HX with a 4 GB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile GPU in a laptop chassis. The CPU is a top-tier mobile processor, while the GPU sits in the mid-to-low range of the discrete graphics stack. The data shows a significant performance disparity between the two components, with the processor capable of far more demanding work than the graphics card can render. The following analysis is based entirely on the benchmark scores and specifications in the fact pack, with no measured FPS data available for this exact configuration.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700HX is built on the Raptor Lake architecture and manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process node. It features 16 cores and 24 threads, a configuration that allows for substantial parallel processing. The processor operates at a base clock of 2.10 GHz and can boost up to 5.00 GHz, providing a wide dynamic range for both power efficiency and peak performance. This chip is part of the Core 13th Gen series and is designed for the mobile market segment, fitting into the Intel BGA 1964 socket.

Benchmark results show a processor that scales exceptionally well with increased thread usage. The 3DMark scores progress from 1024 in the single-thread test to 1990 with 2 threads, 3738 with 4 threads, 6416 with 8 threads, 8051 with 16 threads, and 8988 with max threads. This scaling pattern indicates that the CPU can efficiently utilize its many cores for multi-threaded workloads, though the gains diminish slightly when moving from 16 to 24 threads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20479 reinforces this strength, while the single-core score of 1875 shows solid per-thread performance for a mobile chip.

The cache hierarchy is substantial, with 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. This large L3 cache helps keep frequently accessed data close to the cores, which benefits workloads with moderate data reuse. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it includes ECC memory support, a feature typically associated with workstation-class reliability. The processor also integrates UHD Graphics 770, providing a basic display output capability independent of the discrete GPU.

The PassMark multi-thread score of 32637 and the average benchmark score of 34554 place this CPU in the 84th percentile of all processors. The nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H, scores 34485, a delta of just 0.2 percent, meaning the performance difference is essentially negligible. The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X is 0.9 percent behind, while the Ryzen 5 150 is 0.9 percent ahead. For real workloads, this means the i7-13700HX handles video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation with ease, as these tasks benefit directly from the high multi-threaded throughput.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming, the CPU has ample headroom, but the GPU becomes the deciding factor. The processor's 8988 max-thread 3DMark score and 84th percentile ranking mean it will not bottleneck modern game engines at high frame rates. However, the RTX 3050 A Mobile's 44th percentile GPU ranking suggests that achieving very high FPS in demanding titles will be limited by the graphics card, not the processor.

Streaming and light content creation are a strong fit for this build. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20479 provides enough processing power to encode video streams while gaming, and the PassMark data encryption score of 22386 shows capable handling of secure data streams. The 16 cores and 24 threads allow for simultaneous game rendering, stream encoding, and background tasks without significant performance degradation.

Video editing in applications like Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve will be processor-heavy, and the data supports this use case. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 11290 and the PassMark floating-point math score of 85863 indicate strong performance in tasks that rely on complex calculations. The 30 MB of L3 cache helps with timeline scrubbing and effect previews, though the 4 GB GPU memory may limit the use of GPU-accelerated effects on large projects.

3D rendering in Blender or similar software is primarily a CPU task unless using GPU rendering. The Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 3277 and the PassMark integer math score of 116617 suggest that this processor can handle complex scene calculations and physics simulations effectively. The PassMark physics score of 1908 further confirms solid performance in simulation-heavy workloads, making this a capable mobile workstation for rendering tasks.

Software development benefits from the high multi-threaded performance, particularly for compiling large codebases. The PassMark random string sorting score of 41717 and the data compression score of 392725 indicate strong performance in data manipulation tasks common in build systems. The 24 threads allow for parallel compilation, which can significantly reduce build times compared to lower-core-count processors.

Student and office work is well within this system's capabilities, though it may be overkill. The single-thread score of 3819 in PassMark ensures snappy response in word processors, spreadsheets, and web browsers. The 84th CPU percentile means this processor is far more powerful than needed for typical academic tasks, but the headroom ensures the system will remain responsive for years as software requirements grow.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data reveals a clear imbalance between the CPU and GPU in this pairing. The processor sits in the 84th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU sits in the 44th percentile of all GPUs. This 40-percentile gap indicates that the CPU is significantly more capable than the GPU across a wide range of workloads. In gaming scenarios, the GPU will almost always be the limiting factor, as the CPU's 8988 max-thread 3DMark score vastly exceeds what the GPU can feed at high resolutions.

The combined percentile of 64 reflects this mixed-tier configuration. In CPU-bound tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation, the system will perform admirably, leveraging the processor's 20479 Cinebench R23 multi-core score. In GPU-bound tasks like gaming at high settings, the system will be constrained by the RTX 3050 A Mobile's 11664 PassMark G3D score, which places it near the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 v2 in performance, a card from a much older generation.

The memory configuration creates another potential bottleneck. The CPU supports dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5, but the GPU has only 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus with 192.0 GB/s bandwidth. For modern games that require more than 4 GB of VRAM at high textures, the GPU will be forced to swap data to system memory, which could negatively impact frame pacing and overall smoothness, regardless of the CPU's capabilities.

The TDP figures further highlight the imbalance. The CPU has a TDP of 55 W, while the GPU has a TDP of 45 W. The CPU draws more power and generates more heat, which is unusual for a laptop where the GPU typically dominates power consumption. This suggests the system is designed for CPU-centric workloads, with the GPU providing supplementary acceleration rather than being the primary performance driver.

Who Should Build It

This laptop configuration targets users who need substantial CPU performance for professional work but do not require high-end graphics acceleration. The 84th CPU percentile and 44th GPU percentile make it suitable for developers, engineers, and data analysts who run simulations, compile code, or process large datasets. The PassMark integer math score of 116617 and the floating-point math score of 85863 indicate strong performance in numerical computing tasks.

Content creators working with video or 3D content will benefit from the CPU's rendering capabilities but may be limited by the GPU in GPU-accelerated workflows. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20479 allows for efficient CPU rendering, but tasks like real-time 3D viewport navigation or GPU-accelerated effects will be constrained by the 44th-percentile GPU. Users in this category should prioritize CPU-heavy applications over GPU-accelerated ones.

Gamers at 1080p with moderate settings will find this system acceptable, as the CPU will not bottleneck the GPU. However, the 4 GB VRAM and 44th GPU percentile mean that high-refresh gaming at 1440p or 4K is not realistic. The system is better suited for esports titles and older games, where the CPU's high single-thread score of 3819 in PassMark ensures high frame rates.

Students and small business users who run office applications, web browsing, and light multitasking will find this system more powerful than necessary. The single-thread performance is excellent, and the 24 threads provide headroom for future software demands. The main drawback is the GPU's limited VRAM, which may cause issues if users attempt to connect multiple high-resolution displays or run GPU-accelerated applications.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile is based on the Ampere architecture and uses the GA106 chip, manufactured on Samsung's 8 nm process. The chip contains 12,000 million transistors on a 276 mm² die, with a transistor density of 43.5 million per mm². The GPU has 1792 shading units, 56 texture mapping units, and 32 raster operation units, providing a balance of pixel and texture processing capabilities.

The memory subsystem consists of 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus, running at 1500 MHz with 12 Gbps effective speed. This configuration yields a memory bandwidth of 192.0 GB/s, which is modest for a modern graphics card. The 4 GB capacity and 128-bit bus are the primary limitations of this GPU, as many modern games and applications require more memory bandwidth and capacity for high-resolution textures and complex scenes.

The clock speeds are set at 1065 MHz base and 1343 MHz boost, producing a pixel rate of 42.98 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 75.21 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 4.813 TFLOPS, with FP16 performance also at 4.813 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio). These figures indicate a GPU that can handle modern game rendering at lower settings and resolutions but will struggle with demanding graphics workloads.

The GPU includes 14 RT cores and 56 tensor cores, providing hardware acceleration for ray tracing and AI-based features like DLSS. The API support includes DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with current and upcoming games. The GPU is connected via PCIe 4.0 x8 and has a TDP of 45 W, drawing power directly from the motherboard with no additional power connectors required.

Benchmark results place this GPU in the 44th percentile of all GPUs, with an average benchmark score of 8746. The nearest rival is the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 v2, which scores 8743, a delta of 0 percent, indicating virtually identical performance. The Quadro P2200 is 0.7 percent ahead, while the AMD Radeon R9 M265X and Radeon Pro WX 5100 are 1.2 percent and 1.3 percent behind, respectively. This positioning suggests the RTX 3050 A Mobile performs at a level comparable to entry-level desktop GPUs from several generations ago.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination in the fact pack, so all frame rate discussions are estimated from the benchmark scores. The GPU's 44th percentile ranking and 11664 PassMark G3D score indicate that gaming performance will be modest at best. For esports titles like Counter-Strike or League of Legends, the CPU's high single-thread performance of 3819 in PassMark and the GPU's 152 PassMark DirectX 9 score suggest that frame rates could exceed 100 FPS at 1080p with low settings.

For modern AAA games at 1080p, the frame rates will be considerably lower. The GPU's PassMark DirectX 11 score of 94 and DirectX 12 score of 55 indicate that performance drops significantly with more complex graphics APIs. Games that require 4 GB of VRAM or more will also suffer from memory limitations, potentially causing stuttering or texture pop-in. The estimated frame rates for such titles would likely fall in the 30-60 FPS range at medium settings, depending on the game's optimization.

At 1440p resolution, the GPU will struggle to maintain playable frame rates in demanding titles. The 192.0 GB/s memory bandwidth and 4 GB VRAM are insufficient for the higher resolution and larger texture sizes. The estimated FPS would likely drop below 30 in most modern games, making 1440p gaming impractical. The system is better suited for 1080p gaming with reduced settings, where the CPU's processing power can help maintain minimum frame rates.

The lack of measured FPS data means these figures are estimates based on the GPU's benchmark scores and its position relative to older GPUs like the GTX 460 v2. Users should expect performance similar to a desktop GPU from the early 2010s, which is adequate for older games and esports but not for current AAA titles at high settings.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 34554, placing it in the 84th percentile of all CPUs. The 3DMark scores range from 1024 in single-thread to 8988 in max-thread, showing strong scaling. The Cinebench R23 scores of 20479 multi-core and 1875 single-core demonstrate excellent rendering performance. The PassMark suite shows 32637 for multi-thread and 3819 for single-thread, with strong scores in integer math (116617), floating-point math (85863), and data compression (392725).

The GPU's average benchmark score is 8746, placing it in the 44th percentile of all GPUs. The PassMark G3D score is 11664, with compute performance at 4419. The 2D graphics score is 526. The DirectX scores are 152 for DirectX 9, 94 for DirectX 11, and 61 for DirectX 10, with DirectX 12 scoring 55. The Geekbench OpenCL score is 52998, providing an additional data point for compute workloads.

The combined percentile for this build is 64, reflecting the substantial gap between the CPU and GPU performance. The CPU's 84th percentile pulls the combined score up, but the GPU's 44th percentile holds it back. This combined picture indicates a system that excels in CPU-bound tasks but is average at best in GPU-bound tasks. The nearest CPU rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H, is within 0.2 percent, while the nearest GPU rival, the GTX 460 v2, is within 0 percent, putting both components in well-understood performance tiers.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's multi-core performance compared to its nearest rival?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700HX has an average benchmark score of 34554, which is 0.2 percent higher than the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H's score of 34485. The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X is 0.9 percent behind at 34260.

Q: How much VRAM does the GPU have and what is its memory bus width?

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

Q: What is the CPU's TDP and what does it indicate for laptop cooling?

A: The CPU has a TDP of 55 W, while the GPU has a TDP of 45 W. This indicates the CPU requires more power and cooling, which is unusual for a laptop and suggests the system is designed for CPU-intensive workloads.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i7-13700HX has ECC memory support, a feature typically found in workstation-class systems for improved data reliability.

Q: What is the GPU's performance compared to the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 v2?

A: The RTX 3050 A Mobile has an average benchmark score of 8746, which is 0 percent different from the GTX 460 v2's score of 8743, indicating virtually identical performance.

Q: What is the CPU's socket and what type of memory does it support?

A: The CPU uses the Intel BGA 1964 socket and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration.

Q: What is the combined percentile of this build?

A: The combined percentile for this CPU and GPU pairing is 64, reflecting the CPU's 84th percentile and GPU's 44th percentile performance.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU uses the Intel BGA 1964 socket, which is a mobile-specific socket that is not upgradeable in a traditional sense. The processor is soldered to the motherboard, meaning users cannot swap it for a different model. The platform supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, allowing users to upgrade memory capacity or speed, though the maximum supported speed is not specified in the data.

The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes, while the GPU connects via PCIe 4.0 x8. This means the GPU has sufficient bandwidth for its performance level, though a faster GPU would be limited by the x8 interface. The CPU's integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output if the discrete GPU fails or for power-saving modes.

The GPU has a TDP of 45 W and requires no additional power connectors, making it a low-power component. The suggested PSU is not specified, but the combined 100 W TDP of CPU and GPU means a standard laptop power adapter is sufficient. The GPU is marked as end-of-life, so future upgrades would require a new laptop rather than a GPU swap.

A sensible next upgrade path would be to increase system memory, as the dual-channel support for DDR4 and DDR5 allows for capacity increases. The L3 cache of 30 MB and the CPU's 84th percentile performance mean the processor will remain capable for years, but the GPU's 44th percentile and 4 GB VRAM will become increasingly limiting. Users who need more graphics performance should consider a different laptop with a higher-tier GPU.

Build Overview

This build pairs a high-end mobile CPU with a mid-to-low-end mobile GPU in a laptop chassis. The Intel Core i7-13700HX is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process. It supports up to 30 MB of L3 cache and runs at clocks up to 5.00 GHz. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 A Mobile is based on the Ampere architecture with 1792 shading units and 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 128-bit bus.

The combined percentile of 64 places this system in the mid-range of all builds, with the CPU's 84th percentile being the dominant factor. The CPU's average benchmark score of 34554 is 0.2 percent ahead of its nearest rival, while the GPU's average score of 8746 is 0 percent different from its nearest rival. This is a configuration that prioritizes processor performance over graphics, making it suitable for computational tasks, software development, and light content creation, but less ideal for high-end gaming or GPU-accelerated rendering.