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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700K + AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT

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95 / 100

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Top 5% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

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CPU

94%

GPU

96%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700K

46,881 Benchmark Score

Top 6% Market Ranking

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GRAPHICS CARD

AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT

48,477 Benchmark Score

Top 4% Market Ranking

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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 and AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT form a desktop pairing that lands in the 87th combined percentile, with the CPU at the 89th percentile and the GPU at the 85th. Measured frame-rate data across 55 titles shows an average of 155 FPS, and the pair ranks 1,104th out of 3,861 configurations. The CPU brings 16 cores and 24 threads with a 5.40 GHz boost, while the GPU offers 16 GB of GDDR6 on a 256-bit bus. This is a high-end desktop build aimed at demanding workloads and high-refresh gaming.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a 16-core, 24-thread desktop processor built on the Raptor Lake architecture at a 10 nm process node. Its base clock is 3.40 GHz, and it boosts to 5.40 GHz, which is reflected in strong single-thread performance: 3DMark single-thread scores 1,136, Cinebench R23 single-core reaches 2,116, and Geekbench single-core lands at 2,529. These numbers place the CPU in the 89th percentile of all CPUs, meaning it outperforms 89% of processors in the database. The multi-thread results are equally impressive: 3DMark max-threads scores 12,412, Cinebench R23 multi-core hits 30,745, and Geekbench multicore is 19,429. PassMark multi-thread scores 45,887, with integer math at 154,446 and floating-point math at 114,867. The CPU's cache hierarchy includes 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and a 30 MB shared L3, which helps keep data close to the cores.

Compared to its nearest rivals, the i7-13700K sits within 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 and the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375, and within 0.5% of the Ryzen 9 7845HX and the Intel Xeon w3-2535. These deltas are tiny, meaning the i7-13700K is effectively neck-and-neck with those CPUs in aggregate benchmark score. The 24-thread count and high boost clock make it a strong choice for heavily threaded applications like video encoding, 3D rendering, and compilation tasks, while the single-thread performance ensures snappy responsiveness in everyday tasks and games.

Balance and Bottleneck

The CPU and GPU percentiles are close (89 vs. 85), but the combined percentile of 87 indicates that neither component dramatically drags the other down. However, the measured FPS scaling across resolutions reveals where the bottleneck shifts. For example, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive at 1080p runs at 517.3 FPS, at 1440p drops to 358.8, and at 4K to 211.8. The GPU is clearly the limiting factor at higher resolutions, while the CPU still has headroom. In contrast, a CPU-heavy game like Valorant shows 537.2 FPS at 1080p, 458.5 at 1440p, and 364.4 at 4K—still high, but the drop from 1080p to 4K is only 32%, suggesting the CPU is the primary driver even at 4K. For GPU-bound titles like Cyberpunk 2077, the frame rate falls from 69.4 at 1080p to 54.4 at 1440p to 34.1 at 4K, a 51% reduction from 1080p to 4K. That scaling is typical of a GPU bottleneck. The pair rank by FPS places this build at 1,104 out of 3,861 pairs, with an average of 155 FPS across all measured games. This rank suggests the CPU+GPU combination is well above the median, but not at the absolute top, which is consistent with the 87th combined percentile. The bottleneck analysis points to the GPU as the more limiting factor at 1440p and 4K, while the CPU can push high frame rates at 1080p in lighter esports titles.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The i7-13700K uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. The CPU also supports ECC memory, a feature typically found in workstation environments. The platform provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 CPU lanes, which is forward-looking for fast NVMe storage and future expansion cards. The CPU has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking to push beyond the 5.40 GHz boost clock, though that would increase the 125 W TDP. The GPU, the RX 6800 XT, is a dual-slot card with a 300 W TDP and requires two 8-pin power connectors; the suggested power supply is 700 W. Given the combined TDP of 425 W (125 + 300), a 700 W PSU leaves ample headroom for other components. The GPU is end-of-life (production status), but it still uses the PCIe 4.0 x16 interface, which is backward-compatible with the CPU's Gen 5 slots. A sensible next upgrade would be to a newer GPU with a similar or lower TDP, since the CPU still has strong multi-thread performance. Memory can be upgraded to either DDR4 or DDR5, but the choice depends on the motherboard. The platform is mature, with many motherboard options available for Socket 1700.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who need both high CPU throughput and strong GPU acceleration. The CPU's 24 threads and 16 cores excel in content creation, software compilation, and 3D rendering, where the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30,745 and Geekbench multicore of 19,429 indicate sustained heavy workload capability. Gamers at 1080p and 1440p will benefit from the high frame rates seen in esports titles: Counter-Strike 2 reaches 237.2 FPS at 1080p, and Valorant hits 537.2 FPS. For 4K gaming, the GPU can handle many titles at 60+ FPS (e.g., Doom 60.2 FPS, Call of Duty: Warzone 127.6 FPS), but more demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077 fall to 34.1 FPS, so 4K is not the primary target. The 16 GB of VRAM is ample for large textures and 3D models, making the GPU suitable for rendering and content creation as well. Developers will appreciate the multi-threaded performance for building large projects, while students and small business workstations can handle office work, virtualization, and data analysis without breaking a sweat. The build is also capable of streaming, as the CPU's multi-thread scores can handle encoding while gaming.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 46,881, with a percentile of 89. Key results include a 3DMark 16-thread score of 10,717, a max-thread score of 12,412, and Cinebench R23 multi-core at 30,745. The GPU's average score is 48,477, with a percentile of 85. Its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 3,689, Geekbench OpenCL 171,304, Vulkan 136,875, and PassMark G3D 24,980. The combined percentile of the pair is 87. The pair's rank by FPS across 55 games is 1,104 out of 3,861, and the average FPS is 155. These numbers indicate that the CPU is at the top tier of processors, while the GPU is slightly lower but still well above the median. The deltaPct values for the GPU's nearest rivals show it is 1.5% above the RTX A1000 Mobile, 2.5% below the Intel Arc A550M, and 3% below both the RTX 5070 Ti and the RX Vega 64. In practice, this means the RX 6800 XT is a high-end card, but not the absolute best in the database.

GPU Analysis

The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is built on the RDNA 2.0 architecture, using the Navi 21 chip on a 7 nm process with 26,800 million transistors. It has 16 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering a bandwidth of 512 GB/s. The base clock is 1825 MHz, boost to 2250 MHz, and game clock at 2015 MHz. The memory runs at 2000 MHz (16 Gbps effective). The GPU has 4,608 shading units, 288 TMUs, and 128 ROPs, along with 72 ray-tracing cores. Its FP32 compute is 20.74 TFLOPS, and FP16 is 41.47 TFLOPS (2:1). These specs place it in the 85th percentile of all GPUs. The benchmark scores reflect its strengths: Geekbench Metal scores 181,337, OpenCL 171,304, and Vulkan 136,875. PassMark G3D 24,980 indicates strong rasterization performance. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, making it compatible with modern games and APIs. For rendering, the 16 GB VRAM is substantial for large scenes and textures, and the compute performance is adequate for GPU-accelerated workloads. The GPU is end-of-life, so future driver updates may be limited, but the hardware is still capable.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's launch MSRP?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700K had a launch MSRP of $409.

Q: What is the GPU's launch MSRP?

A: The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT had a launch MSRP of 649 USD.

Q: How many cores and threads does the CPU have?

A: The CPU has 16 cores and 24 threads.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth?

A: The GPU has a memory bandwidth of 512.0 GB/s.

Q: What is the suggested power supply wattage for the GPU?

A: The suggested PSU is 700 W.

Q: What is the CPU's socket type?

A: The CPU uses Intel Socket 1700.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the CPU supports ECC memory.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build combining a 13th-generation Intel Core i7-13700K with an AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT. The CPU is a high-end desktop processor with 16 cores and 24 threads, while the GPU is a previous-generation flagship with 16 GB of VRAM. The combined percentile of 87 places this configuration in the top 13% of all builds in the database. The CPU's 89th percentile and the GPU's 85th percentile are closely matched, and the pair's average FPS of 155 across 55 games confirms its capability for high-refresh gaming. The build is suitable for 1080p and 1440p gaming, content creation, and software development.

Gaming Performance

Measured FPS data is available for 55 games at ultra settings. At 1920x1080, the system delivers high frame rates in many titles: Counter-Strike: Global Offensive hits 517.3 FPS, Valorant 537.2 FPS, and Call of Duty: Warzone 171.1 FPS. At 2560x1440, frame rates remain high: CS:GO 358.8 FPS, Valorant 458.5 FPS, and Warzone 147.6 FPS. At 3840x2160, performance drops more significantly: CS:GO 211.8 FPS, Valorant 364.4 FPS, and Warzone 127.6 FPS. Heavier titles like Cyberpunk 2077 run at 69.4 FPS (1080p), 54.4 (1440p), and 34.1 (4K). Ark: Survival Ascended is the most demanding, with only 35.3 FPS at 1080p and 9.4 at 4K. Overall, the system is best suited for 1080p and 1440p gaming, where it can push over 100 FPS in most titles, while 4K requires lowering settings for playable frame rates.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's single-thread score of 1,136 and boost clock of 5.40 GHz, combined with the GPU's 85th percentile, allow for frame rates exceeding 240 FPS in esports titles like Valorant (537.2 at 1080p) and CS:GO (517.3 at 1080p). At 1440p, these games still hit 458.5 and 358.8 FPS, making this a top choice for competitive play.

Streaming: The CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads handle both game and encoding workloads. Cinebench R23 multi-core 30,745 and PassMark multi-thread 45,887 indicate that the CPU can manage game plus streaming software without choking. The GPU also offers hardware encoding, though the CPU alone is strong enough for high-quality streams.

Video editing: With 24 threads and high floating-point math (PassMark FP 114,867), the i7-13700K excels in video encoding and editing. The GPU's 16 GB VRAM and 512 GB/s bandwidth help with timeline previews and effects. A 4K export would be accelerated by both components, with the CPU's multi-core score predicting fast render times.

3D rendering: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core 30,745 and the GPU's FP32 20.74 TFLOPS make this a capable rendering workstation. The 16 GB VRAM allows for large scenes, and the GPU's compute scores (OpenCL 171,304, Vulkan 136,875) indicate strong GPU-accelerated rendering. The combined percentile 87 suggests it is above the average for rendering tasks.

Software development: Compilation and heavy multi-threaded analysis benefit from the 24 threads. The PassMark data compression 595,292 and encryption 33,249 scores show fast data handling. The CPU's Geekbench multicore 19,429 and the GPU's compute capabilities make this a solid build for developers who run simulations or build large projects.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread score 1,136 and 5.3 GHz boost ensure snappy responsiveness for everyday tasks, while the GPU's 85th percentile supports any graphics-intensive coursework. The 16 GB VRAM is overkill for office work but future-proofs for larger projects. The system is a capable workstation for students in engineering, design, or data science, though the power draw (300 W GPU, 125 W CPU) may be more than a typical office PC needs.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700K + AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT

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System Balance Analysis

Intel Core i7-13700K

AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT

Market Position

Game Performance Benchmarks

Valorant

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Valorant

Valorant

Valorant

Performance Insights

Optimal Performance

4K Gaming Ready

Performance Tiers Explained

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CPU Analysis

Balance and Bottleneck

Upgrade Path and Platform

Who Should Build It

Benchmark Performance

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FAQ

Build Overview

Gaming Performance

Usage Scenarios

4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

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Call of Duty: Warzone

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1440p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1080p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

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Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

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