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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700K + AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT

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93 Score

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93 / 100

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Top 7% 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

94%

GPU

93%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700K

46,881 Benchmark Score

Top 6% Market Ranking

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AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT

27,425 Benchmark Score

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0-30

Mid-Range

30-60

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60-85

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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

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is a desktop combination that lands in the 81st percentile overall, a strong indicator of high-end capability for its generation. The benchmark data reveals a system that excels in CPU-heavy workloads while delivering solid, but not class-leading, GPU-bound gaming performance, making it a well-rounded platform for users who need both multi-threaded productivity and reliable high-refresh 1080p gaming.

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

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture and the Navi 22 chip, manufactured on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It features 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 384.0 GB/s. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2321 MHz, a game clock of 2424 MHz, and a boost clock of 2581 MHz, with memory running at 2000 MHz (16 Gbps effective). This configuration delivers a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s and a texture rate of 413.0 GTexel/s, with FP32 performance rated at 13.21 TFLOPS and FP16 at 26.43 TFLOPS (2:1).

The GPU includes 2560 shading units, 160 TMUs, 64 ROPs, and 40 ray accelerators (RT cores). The presence of 40 RT cores enables hardware-accelerated ray tracing, though the RX 6700 XT does not feature dedicated tensor cores, meaning AI-accelerated features like DLSS are absent; the card relies on DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4 support. The GPU’s 12 GB VRAM is a significant asset for modern titles, as benchmark scores show it can handle 4K textures in many cases, though with performance caveats.

In synthetic benchmarks, the RX 6700 XT scores 2435 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, 93500 in Geekbench Vulkan, and 130896 in Geekbench Metal. Its Passmark G3D score is 19786, with a GPU compute score of 9336. These figures place the GPU in the 72nd percentile against all GPUs, indicating it sits above average but below the top tier. The nearest rival data shows it performs nearly identically to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile (deltaPct 0) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (deltaPct -0.5), while being 1.1% faster than the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell. For rendering workloads, the FP32 throughput of 13.21 TFLOPS is respectable for real-time graphics, but the lack of tensor cores means compute-heavy AI tasks will not benefit from dedicated acceleration, making the GPU more suited to traditional rasterization than next-gen upscaling technologies.

Benchmark Performance — exact CPU and GPU scores, percentile positions, and what the combined picture is

The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pair is 81, which reflects a system that outperforms the vast majority of configurations in the database. The CPU’s average benchmark score is 46881, placing it in the 89th percentile against all CPUs. The GPU’s average benchmark score is 27425, putting it in the 72nd percentile against all GPUs. This asymmetry—CPU at 89th percentile versus GPU at 72nd—suggests the processor is the stronger component relative to its peers.

In CPU benchmarks, the i7-13700K achieves a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30745 and a single-core score of 2116, while Geekbench multicore reaches 19429 and single-core 2529. The Passmark multithread score is 45887, with a single-thread score of 4333. For the GPU, the 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2435 and Passmark G3D of 19786 are consistent with its 72nd percentile ranking. The pair’s average FPS across games is 122.2, ranking 1913 out of 3732 pairs, which places it in the upper half of all CPU+GPU combinations tested.

The combined picture shows a system where the CPU can easily feed the GPU in most scenarios, but the GPU becomes the limiting factor at higher resolutions. For instance, in CPU-bound titles like Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, the system achieves 411 FPS at 1080p, demonstrating the CPU’s strength, but in GPU-heavy titles like Cyberpunk 2077, the frame rate drops to 53.5 FPS at 1080p, highlighting the GPU’s mid-range ceiling. This balance makes the system ideal for esports and productivity, but not for 4K ultra gaming without compromises.

CPU Analysis — cores, clocks, architecture, what the benchmark scores mean for real workloads

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-S), fabricated on Intel’s 10 nm process. It has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, with a TDP of 125 W. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it includes 30 MB of shared L3 cache, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 80 KB of L1 cache per core. It uses Intel Socket 1700 and has 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes (CPU only), with integrated UHD Graphics 770. The launch MSRP was $409, and it has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking.

The benchmark scores reveal a processor that is exceptional in multi-threaded tasks. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30745 is 94% higher than the single-core score of 2116, showing strong scaling across its 16 cores. The Passmark multithread score of 45887 versus a single-thread score of 4333 indicates a 10.6x improvement in multi-threaded workloads, which is near-ideal for a 16-core part. Real-world implications are clear: video editing, 3D rendering, and software compilation will see substantial benefits. For example, the Cinebench R20 multicore score of 16292 and Geekbench multicore of 19429 both suggest the CPU can handle heavy parallel workloads without bottlenecking.

The CPU’s nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 (deltaPct -0.2), AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 (deltaPct -0.3), AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX (deltaPct 0.5), and Intel Xeon w3-2535 (deltaPct 0.5). These deltas are all within 0.5%, indicating the i7-13700K performs essentially on par with these high-end alternatives. In single-threaded tasks, the boost clock of 5.40 GHz is reflected in the Geekbench single-core score of 2529, which is competitive for gaming and responsive application use. The 125 W TDP means a capable air cooler is necessary, but the performance per watt is strong for a desktop part.

FAQ — 5-7 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the overall performance percentile of the Intel Core i7-13700K + AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT combination?

A: The combined percentile is 81, placing it in the top 19% of all CPU+GPU pairs in the database.

Q: How does the RX 6700 XT compare to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 in average benchmark score?

A: The RX 6700 XT has an average benchmark score of 27425, which is 0.5% lower than the RTX 3090’s score of 27565, making them nearly identical in overall performance.

Q: What is the CPU’s Cinebench R23 multicore score and what does it indicate?

A: The Cinebench R23 multicore score is 30745, which is 14.5 times higher than the single-core score of 2116, indicating exceptional multi-threaded performance for rendering and productivity.

Q: Does the RX 6700 XT support hardware ray tracing?

A: Yes, it has 40 RT cores (ray accelerators), enabling hardware-accelerated ray tracing, though it lacks tensor cores for AI-accelerated features.

Q: What is the measured average FPS across all games for this pair?

A: The average FPS across games is 122.2, ranking 1913 out of 3732 pairs, which is in the upper half of all tested combinations.

Q: How much VRAM does the RX 6700 XT have and what is its memory bandwidth?

A: It has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory with a 192-bit bus and a bandwidth of 384.0 GB/s.

Q: What is the CPU’s boost clock and how does it affect single-threaded performance?

A: The boost clock is 5.40 GHz, which contributes to a Geekbench single-core score of 2529 and a Passmark single-thread score of 4333, making it strong for gaming and lightly-threaded tasks.

Gaming Performance — measured FPS by game and resolution from measuredFpsUltraByGame

The data is measured, not estimated, and shows how the system performs at ultra settings across three resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system excels in esports and older titles: Counter-Strike: Global Offensive hits 411 FPS, Valorant reaches 424.5 FPS, and Roblox runs at 240 FPS. Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege achieves 221 FPS, and Counter-Strike 2 runs at 186 FPS. These numbers confirm the CPU’s ability to push high frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios.

At 2560x1440, performance remains playable but drops: Valorant hits 362.6 FPS, Call of Duty: Warzone runs at 149.9 FPS, and Counter-Strike 2 reaches 123 FPS. More demanding titles see a larger hit—Cyberpunk 2077 drops to 42.4 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 to 37 FPS, and Ark: Survival Ascended to 17 FPS. At 3840x2160, only a few games remain above 60 FPS: Valorant (288.4 FPS), Call of Duty: Warzone (127.7 FPS), and Roblox (91 FPS). Most AAA titles fall below 30 FPS at 4K, such as Cyberpunk 2077 (28.7 FPS), Red Dead Redemption 2 (25 FPS), and Ark: Survival Ascended (9 FPS).

The data shows a clear pattern: this system is best suited for 1080p high-refresh gaming, where it can exceed 100 FPS in most titles. At 1440p, it is viable for competitive games but struggles with AAA ultra settings. At 4K, it is only playable for lighter or older games. The pair’s average FPS of 122.2 across all games is skewed by the high esports numbers, so users should temper expectations for modern AAA releases at higher resolutions.

Who Should Build It — target users and industries tied strictly to the measured performance

This build targets users who prioritize CPU-heavy productivity alongside competent 1080p gaming. Gamers at 1920x1080 will benefit most, as the system delivers over 100 FPS in the majority of the tested titles, including 411 FPS in CS:GO and 424.5 FPS in Valorant. For 1440p gaming, it is suitable for those who play competitive shooters like Call of Duty: Warzone (149.9 FPS) or are willing to lower settings for AAA games, but it is not ideal for 4K ultra gaming, where most titles fall below 30 FPS.

Content creators and software developers will find the CPU’s multi-threaded performance compelling. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30745 and Passmark multithread score of 45887 support video editing, 3D rendering, and code compilation. Students and small business workstations that run heavy multitasking or virtualization will also benefit from the 16 cores and 24 threads. However, professionals needing AI acceleration or high-end ray tracing should note the GPU lacks tensor cores and has only 40 RT cores, so this is not a workstation for machine learning training or photorealistic RT rendering.

Usage Scenarios — grounded in the scores: high-refresh gaming, streaming, video editing, 3D rendering, software development, student and office work

High-refresh gaming: The system is a powerhouse for 1080p esports, with 411 FPS in CS:GO, 424.5 FPS in Valorant, and 221 FPS in Rainbow Six Siege. At 1440p, it still maintains over 120 FPS in Valorant (362.6) and Warzone (149.9), making it ideal for competitive play.

Streaming: The CPU’s 24 threads handle encoding and gaming simultaneously without significant drops. The single-core score of 2529 in Geekbench ensures game logic runs smoothly, while the multi-core score of 19429 supports OBS encoding and chat overlays.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30745 means timeline scrubbing and export rendering are fast. The GPU’s 13.21 TFLOPS FP32 aids in effects processing, though the lack of tensor cores means AI-assisted tools won’t see acceleration.

3D rendering: The CPU’s Passmark multithread score of 45887 is 10.6x its single-thread score, so CPU-based renderers will scale well. The GPU’s 40 RT cores offer some ray tracing support, but the 13.21 TFLOPS FP32 is modest for GPU rendering compared to higher-tier cards.

Software development: The 16 cores and 24 threads handle parallel builds efficiently; the Geekbench multicore score of 19429 indicates strong compilation times. Single-thread performance (2529) ensures snappy IDE responsiveness.

Student and office work: The system is overkill for basic tasks, but the Passmark data compression score of 595292 and encryption score of 33249 mean large spreadsheets, databases, and secure transfers are handled with ease.

Build Overview — what this CPU+GPU pairing is, its class from buildClass, and overall tier from the percentiles

This is a desktop build (buildClass: desktop) combining the Intel Core i7-13700K and AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT. The CPU is an unlocked 16-core Raptor Lake part with a boost clock of 5.40 GHz and an average benchmark score of 46881, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. The GPU is a RDNA 2.0 mid-range card with 12 GB VRAM and an average score of 27425, in the 72nd percentile of all GPUs. The combined percentile is 81, indicating a high-end desktop configuration that sits above most systems in the database.

The CPU’s nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 (deltaPct -0.2) and Ryzen 9 7845HX (deltaPct 0.5), showing it is competitive with top-tier processors. The GPU’s nearest rivals include the RTX 4070 Mobile (deltaPct 0) and RTX 3090 (deltaPct -0.5), meaning the GPU punches above its class in raw compute, matching desktop 3090 performance in average score. This pairing is best described as a high-end productivity machine with solid 1080p gaming capabilities, not a 4K gaming rig.

Balance and Bottleneck — which component limits which workload, using percentiles and FPS scaling as evidence

The data indicates that the CPU is the stronger component relative to its peers, with an 89th percentile versus the GPU’s 72nd percentile. This asymmetry means the CPU will rarely be the bottleneck in gaming, but the GPU will limit performance in demanding titles. Evidence from FPS scaling: in CPU-bound games like Valorant, the system hits 424.5 FPS at 1080p, but in GPU-bound games like Cyberpunk 2077, it drops to 53.5 FPS at the same resolution. The gap widens at higher resolutions—Cyberpunk 2077 falls to 42.4 FPS at 1440p and 28.7 FPS at 4K, while Valorant still achieves 362.6 FPS at 1440p and 288.4 FPS at 4K.

This bottleneck pattern is confirmed by the pair’s FPS ranking: 1913 out of 3732 pairs, with an average FPS of 122.2. The CPU’s single-thread score of 4333 (Passmark) ensures it can drive high frame rates, but the GPU’s 13.21 TFLOPS FP32 becomes the limiting factor for pixel-heavy workloads. In productivity, the CPU dominates: the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30745 means rendering tasks are CPU-limited, while the GPU’s compute score of 9336 (Passmark) is secondary. For balanced workloads like video editing, the CPU handles encoding, and the GPU handles effects, but the GPU’s 12 GB VRAM may be a constraint for very large projects. Overall, users should expect the GPU to be the primary bottleneck in gaming and the CPU to be the primary driver in multi-threaded non-gaming tasks.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700K + AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT

Apex Performer

System Balance Analysis

Intel Core i7-13700K

AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT

Market Position

Game Performance Benchmarks

Valorant

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Valorant

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Valorant

Valorant

Performance Insights

Optimal Performance

4K Gaming Ready

Performance Tiers Explained

Ultimate

High-End

Mid-Range

Entry Level

Legacy

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

Benchmark Performance — exact CPU and GPU scores, percentile positions, and what the combined picture is

CPU Analysis — cores, clocks, architecture, what the benchmark scores mean for real workloads

FAQ — 5-7 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Gaming Performance — measured FPS by game and resolution from measuredFpsUltraByGame

Who Should Build It — target users and industries tied strictly to the measured performance

Usage Scenarios — grounded in the scores: high-refresh gaming, streaming, video editing, 3D rendering, software development, student and office work

Build Overview — what this CPU+GPU pairing is, its class from buildClass, and overall tier from the percentiles

Balance and Bottleneck — which component limits which workload, using percentiles and FPS scaling as evidence

4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1440p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1080p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

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