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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 AD103

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84 Score

Top 16% Ranking

84 / 100

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Top 16% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

1440p Ultra4K High

System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio

Well Balanced

CPU

94%

GPU

74%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700K

46,881 Benchmark Score

Top 6% Market Ranking

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GRAPHICS CARD

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 AD103

0 Benchmark Score

Top 26% 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

The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 AD103 is a desktop build that targets high-refresh 1440p gaming and demanding multi-threaded productivity without reaching extreme power or platform costs. The CPU sits at the 89th percentile among all processors, while the GPU lands at the 50th percentile, meaning the processor is the stronger component in this pairing, but the graphics card provides a solid, balanced baseline for modern titles. No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination in the FACT PACK, so all frame rate discussions below are estimates derived from the CPU’s and GPU’s synthetic benchmark scores, not from direct game testing.

Gaming Performance — measured FPS by game and resolution from measuredFpsUltraByGame

The FACT PACK contains no measuredFpsUltraByGame entries for this specific combination, so there are no verified frame rates for any title or resolution. The data is classified as estimates only, meaning every FPS figure discussed must be treated as a projection based on the component scores rather than a lab-verified result.

With that caveat established, the benchmark scores indicate this build should handle 1440p ultra settings comfortably for most current games. The GPU’s FP32 throughput of 29.15 TFLOPS and its 12 GB of GDDR6X memory with 504.2 GB/s bandwidth point to strong rasterization performance at that resolution. The CPU’s single-thread score of 1136 in the 3dmark_single_thread test and 4333 in Passmark single-thread suggest it can feed the GPU without becoming the primary constraint in typical gaming scenarios.

At 1080p, where CPU overhead is more visible, the i7-13700K’s 3dmark_8_threads score of 8193 and max_threads score of 12412 indicate strong multi-core scaling that helps maintain high frame rates in CPU-bound scenes. The 3dmark_4_threads score of 4469 also supports the idea that lighter-threaded game workloads will see solid performance. However, the exact FPS numbers will vary by title, and the lack of measured data means these are qualitative projections.

At 4K, the GPU becomes the limiting factor more often. The RTX 4070 AD103’s 158.4 GPixel/s pixel rate and 455.4 GTexel/s texture rate are respectable for 4K, but the 50th percentile standing among all GPUs suggests it will not sustain 4K ultra at high refresh rates in demanding titles. Expect playable frame rates, but not the 144+ FPS that the CPU could theoretically support at lower resolutions.

For ray tracing, the 46 RT cores and 184 tensor cores provide hardware acceleration, and the 29.15 TFLOPS FP16 performance (1:1 with FP32) indicates the card can handle DLSS-enhanced workloads well. The 12 GB VRAM may become a constraint in future titles with heavy texture packs, but for current games at 1440p, it is adequate. Overall, the estimated gaming profile is strong at 1440p, good at 1080p, and moderate at 4K, all contingent on the absence of measured FPS data.

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

The CPU delivers a comprehensive set of benchmark results. In Cinebench R23, the multi-core score is 30745 and the single-core score is 2116. Cinebench R20 shows 16292 multi-core and 2299 single-core, while R15 shows 4507.5 multi-core and 303 single-core. Geekbench reports 19429 multi-core and 2529 single-core. The 3DMark suite adds further detail: 10717 for 16 threads, 2262 for 2 threads, 4469 for 4 threads, 8193 for 8 threads, 12412 for max threads, and 1136 for single thread. Passmark results include 45887 multi-thread, 4333 single-thread, 154446 integer math, 114867 floating point math, 595292 data compression, 33249 data encryption, 62670 random string sorting, 36625 extended instructions, and 2716 physics.

The CPU’s percentileVsAllCpus is 89, and its avgBenchmarkScore is 46881. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 at 46971 (deltaPct -0.2), the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 at 47022 (deltaPct -0.3), the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX at 46654 (deltaPct 0.5), and the Intel Xeon w3-2535 at 46653 (deltaPct 0.5). This means the i7-13700K is essentially tied with these competitors, sitting within a half-percent of each, making it a peer of high-end Ryzen 9 and Xeon parts in aggregate performance.

The GPU has no benchmark entries in the FACT PACK, so its avgBenchmarkScore is 0. Its percentileVsAllGpus is 50, placing it exactly in the middle of all GPUs tracked. This is a notable contrast with the CPU’s 89th percentile, showing a clear performance hierarchy where the processor is far above average while the graphics card is exactly average. The combinedPercentile for the build is 70, which reflects the overall system position.

The combined picture is one of a CPU that outperforms its direct rivals by a negligible margin (at most 0.5%) but holds a major percentile advantage over the GPU. The CPU’s multi-thread scores, particularly the 30745 in Cinebench R23, indicate it can handle heavy parallel workloads with ease, while the GPU’s mid-pack percentile suggests it is a mainstream performer rather than a flagship. This pairing prioritizes CPU-heavy tasks, but the GPU is not a bottleneck for general gaming at 1440p.

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

The balance in this build is clearly skewed toward the CPU. With the CPU at the 89th percentile and the GPU at the 50th, the graphics card is the limiting component for most gaming scenarios. The FPS scaling evidence, though estimated, supports this: at 1080p, the CPU’s strong single-thread and multi-thread scores (1136 and 12412 in 3DMark) would allow high frame rates, but the GPU’s 50th percentile standing means it cannot fully utilize that potential in every title, especially at higher resolutions.

In GPU-bound workloads like 4K gaming or heavy ray tracing, the RTX 4070 AD103 becomes the primary constraint. Its 158.4 GPixel/s pixel rate and 29.15 TFLOPS FP32 are modest for 4K ultra, and the 12 GB VRAM may limit texture-heavy scenarios. The CPU, with its 30745 Cinebench R23 multi-core score, would have headroom to spare in these situations, meaning the GPU will dictate frame rates.

Conversely, in CPU-bound workloads like physics simulation or data compression, the CPU is the limiting factor, but it is a strong limiter. The Passmark physics score of 2716 and data compression score of 595292 show robust performance, so only extremely parallel tasks would exceed its capabilities. For gaming at 1440p, the balance is reasonable: the CPU can handle most game logic and the GPU can push decent frame rates, but neither component is at its absolute limit, creating a well-matched pair for that resolution.

The 3dmark_16_threads score of 10717 versus the 3dmark_2_threads score of 2262 shows that the CPU scales well with thread count, but the GPU’s mid-pack percentile means it will not reward that scaling in all games. The bottleneck analysis concludes that the GPU limits high-refresh 4K or maxed ray tracing, while the CPU is sufficient for all but the most extreme multi-threaded tasks. This is a build where the CPU is over-qualified for the GPU, but that is not a flaw—it leaves headroom for future GPU upgrades.

Who Should Build It — target users and industries

This build suits gamers who play at 1440p and want high refresh rates without investing in a top-tier GPU. The CPU’s 89th percentile and the GPU’s 50th percentile combine for a 70th percentile overall system, which is ideal for a mid-range gaming rig. Users targeting 1080p will find the CPU overkill but the GPU adequate, while 4K gamers should look elsewhere for higher GPU percentile.

Content creators who rely on CPU-heavy tasks like video editing or 3D rendering will benefit from the i7-13700K’s 30745 Cinebench R23 multi-core score and 19429 Geekbench multi-core score. The GPU’s 12 GB VRAM and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth support GPU-accelerated rendering, but its 50th percentile means it is not the primary attraction. This is a build for creators who prioritize CPU throughput for encoding and compilation, with the GPU as a secondary accelerator.

Software developers and students working with compilers, virtual machines, or data analysis will find the CPU’s Passmark scores compelling—154446 integer math and 595292 data compression indicate strong performance for code compilation and data processing. The 125W TDP and 550W suggested PSU keep power requirements manageable for a workstation. Small business workstations handling spreadsheets, databases, or light CAD will also benefit from the CPU’s multi-thread capabilities, while the GPU handles moderate graphical loads.

The build is less suitable for users who need top-tier GPU performance for 4K gaming or professional 3D rendering, where the GPU’s 50th percentile is a clear limitation. It is also not ideal for those on a strict platform budget, as the DDR4/DDR5 memory support requires a choice that affects overall system cost. Target users are those who value CPU compute power and are comfortable with a mid-range GPU.

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

High-refresh gaming: At 1440p, the estimated frame rates should be high enough for 144Hz monitors in most titles, driven by the CPU’s 3dmark_8_threads score of 8193 and the GPU’s 29.15 TFLOPS FP32. The 50th percentile GPU is the constraint, so users should not expect 240Hz performance in demanding games, but the CPU will not hold back the GPU at this resolution.

Streaming: The CPU’s 16 cores and 24 threads, evidenced by the 12412 max_threads 3DMark score, provide ample headroom for encoding while gaming. The Passmark data encryption score of 33249 indicates solid performance for stream encryption tasks. The GPU’s NVENC-like capabilities, implied by its Ada Lovelace architecture with 184 tensor cores, would offload encoding, but the CPU can handle it alone if needed.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30745 and Geekbench multi-core score of 19429 show strong CPU performance for timeline rendering and export. The GPU’s 12 GB VRAM and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth assist with effects and previews, but the CPU is the primary driver. This scenario is well-supported by the data.

3D rendering: The CPU’s 30745 Cinebench R23 multi-core score is excellent for CPU-based rendering, while the GPU’s 29.15 TFLOPS FP32 and 46 RT cores provide acceleration for GPU-based renderers. The 50th percentile GPU means it is not a top-tier renderer, but it is capable for moderate projects. The 12 GB VRAM may limit very large scenes.

Software development: The Passmark integer math score of 154446 and random string sorting score of 62670 indicate strong performance for code compilation and text processing. The CPU’s 89th percentile ensures fast build times, and the 125W TDP keeps power draw reasonable for long compile sessions. The GPU is less relevant here but provides adequate display output.

Student and office work: The CPU’s single-thread score of 4333 in Passmark ensures snappy responsiveness for office applications. The GPU’s 50th percentile is more than enough for spreadsheet, browser, and document workloads. This scenario uses a fraction of the build’s capability, but the headroom means it will not age quickly.

Upgrade Path and Platform — socket, memory support, PCIe, PSU headroom from suggestedPsu/tdp, what a sensible next upgrade looks like

The platform is built on the Intel Socket 1700, which supports the Raptor Lake architecture. The CPU has a TDP of 125W, and the GPU has a TDP of 200W, with a suggested PSU of 550W. This leaves limited headroom for a future GPU upgrade; a more powerful card would likely require a larger power supply, but the current 550W is sufficient for this pairing.

Memory support includes both DDR4 and DDR5, with dual-channel configuration. This means the build can use either memory type, but the choice affects future upgrades—DDR5 is newer but requires a compatible motherboard. The CPU supports ECC memory, which is a plus for workstation reliability, but it is not standard in all consumer boards.

The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes, while the GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16. This is a forward-looking setup, as the GPU does not saturate the PCIe 4.0 bandwidth, leaving the Gen 5 lanes available for future storage or other devices. The GPU is end-of-life, with a successor in the GeForce 50 series, so a sensible next upgrade would be a newer GPU with a higher percentile than 50, but that would require a PSU upgrade beyond 550W.

A logical upgrade path is to replace the GPU first, as the CPU’s 89th percentile has more headroom. The 12 GB VRAM on the current GPU is a limiting factor for future titles, so a card with more memory would be a priority. Alternatively, adding more RAM or switching to DDR5 would improve memory bandwidth, but the current dual-channel setup is adequate. The platform is active, so the CPU will remain supported, but the socket is likely at the end of its generation, meaning a CPU upgrade would require a new motherboard.

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

The Intel Core i7-13700K features 16 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. It is built on the Raptor Lake architecture using a 10 nm process from Intel, with a die size of 257 mm². The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache.

The benchmark scores translate directly to real workloads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30745 places it in the top tier for desktop CPUs, meaning video rendering, 3D modeling, and heavy multitasking will be fast. The single-core score of 2116 in the same test indicates strong performance for lightly-threaded tasks like gaming or office applications. The Passmark multi-thread score of 45887 and integer math score of 154446 confirm that the CPU excels at parallel compute tasks such as data processing and code compilation.

The 3DMark scores provide a more granular view. The 16-thread score of 10717 and max-thread score of 12412 show that the CPU scales well up to its full thread count, making it suitable for streaming or running multiple applications simultaneously. The 2-thread score of 2262 and 4-thread score of 4469 indicate that even low-thread workloads are handled efficiently, which is relevant for older games or single-threaded software.

The architecture’s hybrid design, implied by the 16 cores and 24 threads, uses a mix of performance and efficiency cores, though the FACT PACK does not specify the ratio. This allows the CPU to balance power consumption (125W TDP) with performance, making it suitable for both gaming and workstation builds. The 89th percentile ranking confirms it outperforms most CPUs, including the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 and Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375, by a tiny margin, but real-world differences are negligible.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s percentile ranking among all processors?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700K ranks at the 89th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 46881.

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

A: The CPU is within 0.5% of 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), making them all statistically tied.

Q: What is the GPU’s percentile ranking among all GPUs?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 AD103 ranks at the 50th percentile among all GPUs, with no benchmark scores available in the FACT PACK.

Q: Does this build support DDR4 or DDR5 memory?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it also supports ECC memory.

Q: What is the suggested power supply for this build?

A: The suggested PSU is 550W, based on the CPU’s 125W TDP and the GPU’s 200W TDP.

Q: What is the GPU’s memory configuration?

A: The GPU has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 192-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 504.2 GB/s and a memory clock of 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective).

Q: Is the GPU production status active or end-of-life?

A: The GPU is end-of-life, with a predecessor in the GeForce 30 series and a successor in the GeForce 50 series. It was released on 2024-02-29.

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 AD103 is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture using a 5 nm process from TSMC, with 45,900 million transistors on a 379 mm² die. It has 5888 shading units, 184 TMUs, and 64 ROPs, with base and boost clocks of 1920 MHz and 2475 MHz respectively. The memory subsystem is 12 GB of GDDR6X on a 192-bit bus, providing 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth.

The GPU’s rendering capabilities are defined by its 46 RT cores and 184 tensor cores. The RT cores handle ray tracing workloads, while the tensor cores accelerate DLSS and AI-based features. The FP32 performance is 29.15 TFLOPS, and FP16 is also 29.15 TFLOPS (1:1), which means the card can handle both rasterized and DLSS-enhanced rendering efficiently. The pixel rate is 158.4 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 455.4 GTexel/s, which are moderate numbers for a 50th-percentile GPU.

The benchmark scores for the GPU are empty in the FACT PACK, so its avgBenchmarkScore is 0. This makes it impossible to compare the GPU directly to rivals, but the percentileVsAllGpus of 50 indicates it is exactly average. For rendering, this means the GPU can handle 1080p and 1440p workloads well, but it will struggle with 4K rendering or heavy ray tracing, where higher-end GPUs would excel. The 12 GB VRAM is a practical limit for large textures or complex scenes, and the 504.2 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for most current games.

The GPU’s end-of-life status and 50th percentile mean it is a mid-range part, not a flagship. Its 200W TDP is modest, and the dual-slot design with a 16-pin connector fits standard cases. The 550W suggested PSU leaves little headroom for overclocking or future GPU upgrades, but the current configuration is stable. For rendering tasks, the GPU provides a baseline that is adequate for hobbyist or small-scale projects, but professionals needing high-end 3D rendering should look to higher-percentile GPUs.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 AD103

Power Build

System Balance Analysis

Intel Core i7-13700K

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 AD103

Market Position

Game Performance Benchmarks

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

Performance Insights

Strong Performance

Performance Tiers Explained

Ultimate

High-End

Mid-Range

Entry Level

Legacy

Gaming Performance — measured FPS by game and resolution from measuredFpsUltraByGame

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

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

Who Should Build It — target users and industries

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

Upgrade Path and Platform — socket, memory support, PCIe, PSU headroom from suggestedPsu/tdp, what a sensible next upgrade looks like

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

FAQ

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

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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