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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080

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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
Well Balanced
CPU
94%
VS
GPU
97%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700K

46,881 Benchmark Score
Top 6% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080

56,083 Benchmark Score
Top 3% Market Ranking
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Market Position

How your build compares to others
Budget
0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
High-End
60-85
Enthusiast
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 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is a desktop-class combination that ranks in the 88th percentile overall, placing it well above the majority of systems in the benchmark database. The CPU demonstrates strong multi-threaded capability with a 16-core, 24-thread configuration, while the GPU delivers solid 4K and high-refresh 1440p performance across a wide range of titles. The measured FPS data confirms this pairing is not just about raw specs but about consistent, playable frame rates at demanding settings.

Usage Scenarios

For high-refresh gaming at 1080p and 1440p, this pairing is exceptionally strong. In competitive shooters, the RTX 5080 pushes frame rates well beyond the needs of high-refresh monitors: CS2 hits 337 FPS at 1080p and 223 FPS at 1440p, Valorant reaches 544.5 FPS at 1080p and 513.8 FPS at 1440p, and Rainbow Six Siege delivers 400 FPS at 1080p. Even at 4K, these esports titles remain fluid — CS2 manages 125 FPS and Valorant 476.2 FPS — demonstrating that the CPU keeps pace with the GPU's immense output.

Streaming while gaming is feasible due to the CPU's 24-thread count and the GPU's dedicated hardware. The i7-13700K scores 12412 in 3dmark_max_threads and 45887 in passmark_multithread, which provides substantial headroom for encoding and background tasks. The RTX 5080's 336 tensor cores and Blackwell architecture further offload AI-based encoding workloads, though the measured FPS data does not include streaming-specific tests. The balanced single-thread score of 4333 in passmark_single_thread ensures game logic and stream encoding can coexist without severe frame drops.

Video editing workloads benefit from the CPU's strong multi-core performance and the GPU's compute capabilities. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30745 and Geekbench multicore score of 19429 indicate rapid timeline rendering and export tasks. The GPU's 56.28 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 21789 passmark_gpu_compute score accelerate effects, color grading, and preview rendering. For 4K editing timelines, the 16 GB GDDR7 VRAM provides ample capacity for large projects and multiple high-resolution clips.

3D rendering and heavy compute tasks see a significant boost from this combination. The CPU's 30 MB shared L3 cache and 16 cores handle viewport manipulation and physics simulations, while the GPU's 10752 shading units and 112 ROPs deliver fast final-frame rendering. The 3dmark_steel_nomad_dx12 score of 8637 indicates strong DirectX 12 performance for modern render engines, and the CPU's passmark_extended_instructions score of 36625 suggests efficient handling of SIMD-heavy workloads common in rendering software.

Software development workflows are well-served by the CPU's thread count and the platform's memory flexibility. The i7-13700K supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, allowing builders to choose between cost-effective or high-bandwidth configurations. The Geekbench single-core score of 2529 ensures fast compilation of single-threaded code, while the multicore score of 19429 accelerates parallel builds and test suites. The 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU provide fast connection for NVMe storage, reducing build times further.

For student and office work, this system is overpowered but not wasteful. The CPU's 89th percentile ranking among all CPUs means even the most demanding productivity suites run without hesitation. Passive tasks like document editing and web browsing barely stress the components, as evidenced by the 3dmark_2_threads score of 2262. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 offers a fallback display output, and the platform's ECC memory support adds reliability for data-critical academic research.

Balance and Bottleneck

The balance between CPU and GPU is generally well-matched, but the bottleneck shifts depending on resolution and workload. At 1080p, the CPU becomes the limiting factor in many titles — the measured FPS delta between 1080p and 1440p in CS2 (337 vs 223 FPS, a 34% drop) suggests the GPU is not fully saturated at lower resolutions. The CPU's 3dmark_single_thread score of 1136 and passmark_single_thread of 4333 indicate it can drive high frame rates, but the GPU's output potential exceeds what the CPU can feed in some lighter titles.

At 1440p and 4K, the GPU becomes the primary constraint. The average FPS drop from 1440p to 4K across all measured games, such as Cyberpunk 2077 (78.1 to 52.8 FPS) and Red Dead Redemption 2 (71 to 43.4 FPS), shows the RTX 5080's rendering limits at higher resolutions. The CPU's 8-thread score of 8193 and 16-thread score of 10717 in 3dmark indicate sufficient headroom to keep the GPU fed at these settings.

The combined percentile of 88 and pair rank of 120 out of 3861 pairs demonstrate that this configuration is well above the median pairing. The CPU's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, scores 46971 avg (0.2% higher), and the GPU's closest competitor, the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE, scores 57367 avg (2.2% higher), indicating that neither component significantly outclasses the other in synthetic benchmarks.

For CPU-bound workloads like physics calculations and data compression, the CPU is the clear performance driver. The passmark_physics score of 2716 and passmark_data_compression of 595292 show strong computational throughput. In GPU-bound tasks like rasterization and ray tracing, the RTX 5080's 84 RT cores and 960.0 GB/s memory bandwidth take over. The measured FPS data shows no single bottleneck across the board; instead, the system adapts to each workload's demands.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score of 46881 places it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals cluster tightly: the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 scores 46971 (0.2% higher), the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 scores 47022 (0.3% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX scores 46654 (0.5% lower). This indicates the i7-13700K sits in a competitive performance tier where differences are negligible. The Intel Xeon w3-2535 also matches at 46653 (0.5% lower).

Specific benchmark scores show the CPU's dual nature. Single-thread performance is strong but not exceptional: 3dmark_single_thread at 1136, Cinebench R23 single-core at 2116, and Geekbench single-core at 2529. Multi-threaded performance is where it shines: Cinebench R23 multicore at 30745, Geekbench multicore at 19429, and passmark_multithread at 45887. The scaling from 4 threads (4469 in 3dmark) to 16 threads (10717) to max threads (12412) shows excellent thread scaling, with a 278% increase from 4 to 24 threads.

The GPU's average benchmark score of 56083 places it in the 87th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon 8060S (55757 avg, 0.6% higher), AMD Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12 GB (55698, 0.7% higher), and AMD Radeon Pro W5700X (54828, 2.3% higher). The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE outperforms it by 2.2% with a score of 57367. The 3dmark_steel_nomad_dx12 score of 8637 and passmark_g3d of 36565 confirm modern API proficiency.

The combined picture is one of consistency. The average FPS across all measured games is 216.2, which is remarkably high for ultra settings. This pairing ranks 120th out of 3861 pairs, placing it in the top 3% of all tested CPU-GPU combinations. The CPU's 89th percentile and GPU's 87th percentile align closely, indicating a balanced pairing where neither component drags the other down significantly.

Who Should Build It

Gamers at 1440p and 4K resolutions will find this system ideal for ultra-settings play. The measured FPS data shows 1440p frame rates above 100 FPS in most titles, including Cyberpunk 2077 (78.1 FPS), Control (106.4 FPS), and Call of Duty: Warzone (148.2 FPS). At 4K, the system still delivers playable frame rates in demanding games, with Red Dead Redemption 2 at 43.4 FPS and Cyberpunk 2077 at 52.8 FPS, though esports titles like CS2 and Valorant easily exceed 100 FPS at 4K.

Content creators working with video, 3D rendering, or large datasets will benefit from the CPU's threading and the GPU's compute power. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30745 and the GPU's 56.28 TFLOPS FP32 ensure that rendering and export tasks complete quickly. The 16 GB GDDR7 VRAM handles large textures and complex scenes without swapping to system memory.

Software developers and data analysts will appreciate the CPU's 24 threads and the platform's memory flexibility. The Geekbench multicore score of 19429 accelerates parallel compilation and data processing. The ECC memory support adds reliability for long-running compute jobs where data integrity is critical.

Students and small business users building a single system for mixed workloads will find this versatile. The CPU's integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a backup display output, and the platform's DDR4/DDR5 support allows for flexible memory configurations. The high single-thread scores ensure responsiveness in office applications, while the multi-thread scores handle occasional heavy workloads.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i7-13700K uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The CPU provides 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, while the RTX 5080 uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 interface, ensuring full bandwidth for the GPU. The platform's ECC memory support is a distinguishing feature for workstation-type builds.

The CPU's TDP is 125 W, and the GPU's TDP is 360 W, with a suggested PSU of 750 W. This leaves reasonable headroom for the rest of the system, including drives and cooling. The RTX 5080 requires a single 16-pin power connector, simplifying cable management compared to multi-connector designs.

A sensible next upgrade would be to increase memory capacity or move to faster DDR5 modules, as the platform supports both standards. The CPU's multiplier is unlocked, allowing overclocking to extract additional performance from the 5.40 GHz boost clock. For future GPU upgrades, the PCIe 5.0 x16 slot is ready for next-generation cards, though the current RTX 5080 is already a high-end part.

The platform's production status is Active, meaning Intel continues to produce the CPU. The GPU's production status is also Active. This ensures availability of replacement parts and continued driver support. The predecessor of the RTX 5080 is the GeForce 40 series, and its successor is the GeForce 60 series, indicating a mature product lifecycle.

FAQ

Q: What is the combined performance ranking of this CPU-GPU pairing?

A: It ranks in the 88th percentile overall, with a pair rank of 120 out of 3861 pairs. The average FPS across all measured games is 216.2.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900?

A: The i7-13700K scores 46881 average, while the Ryzen 9 5900 scores 46971, a difference of only 0.2%. They are effectively performance equals.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth and capacity?

A: The RTX 5080 has 16 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 960.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Does this system support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the CPU supports ECC memory, which is unusual for a consumer desktop platform and beneficial for data-intensive workloads.

Q: What is the maximum single-thread performance of the CPU?

A: The CPU scores 1136 in 3dmark_single_thread, 2116 in Cinebench R23 single-core, and 4333 in passmark_single_thread. The boost clock reaches 5.40 GHz.

Q: What power supply is recommended for this build?

A: The suggested PSU is 750 W, with the GPU alone rated at 360 W TDP and the CPU at 125 W TDP.

Q: How does the GPU perform in DirectX 12 workloads?

A: The 3dmark_steel_nomad_dx12 score is 8637, and the passmark_directx_12 score is 151. It supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2).

Gaming Performance

The measured FPS data, marked as dataIsMeasured true, provides actual performance figures at ultra settings across three resolutions. At 1080p, the system excels in esports and lighter titles: CS:GO hits 761.7 FPS, Valorant 544.5 FPS, and Minecraft 332 FPS. Even demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077 manage 100.5 FPS at 1080p, and Ark: Survival Ascended is the notable exception at 52.7 FPS.

At 1440p, the system remains highly capable. Call of Duty: Warzone delivers 148.2 FPS, Counter-Strike 2 hits 223 FPS, and Doom reaches 162.6 FPS. More demanding titles scale appropriately: Cyberpunk 2077 drops to 78.1 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 to 71 FPS, and Control to 106.4 FPS. The average drop from 1080p to 1440p across all games is roughly 35-40%, consistent with the GPU's rendering workload increase.

At 4K, the system still provides playable experiences in most titles. Esports remain fluid: Valorant runs at 476.2 FPS, CS2 at 125 FPS, and Rainbow Six Siege at 145 FPS. AAA games become more challenging: Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 52.8 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 at 43.4 FPS, and Ark: Survival Ascended at 15.5 FPS. Microsoft Flight Simulator maintains 74.6 FPS at 4K, which is impressive for a simulation title.

The pair's average FPS across all games and resolutions is 216.2, ranking 120th out of 3861 pairs. This places the system in the top 3% of all tested combinations. The data shows consistent scaling across resolutions, with no anomalies indicating driver issues or thermal throttling.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i7-13700K with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080. The CPU is a 16-core, 24-thread Raptor Lake-S processor from Intel's 13th generation, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process. The GPU is a Blackwell 2.0 architecture card from NVIDIA's 50-series, built on TSMC's 5 nm process with 45,600 million transistors.

The combined percentile of 88 indicates that this system outperforms 88% of all builds in the database. The CPU's 89th percentile and GPU's 87th percentile are closely aligned, confirming a balanced pairing. The pair rank of 120 out of 3861 pairs reinforces that this is a top-tier combination for gaming and productivity.

The system's overall tier is high-end desktop, suitable for enthusiasts who want maximum performance at 1440p and acceptable 4K gaming. The CPU's 16 cores and GPU's 10752 shading units provide substantial headroom for both current and near-future workloads. The 16 GB VRAM and 30 MB L3 cache ensure no immediate bottlenecks for mainstream applications.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, codenamed Raptor Lake-S. 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 uses a hybrid architecture combining performance and efficiency cores, though the fact pack does not specify the core distribution.

The cache hierarchy consists of 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 30 MB shared L3. This large L3 cache contributes to the strong multi-threaded performance, as evidenced by the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30745 and the 3dmark_max_threads score of 12412. The passmark_multithread score of 45887 places it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs.

Single-thread performance is strong but not class-leading. The 3dmark_single_thread score of 1136, Cinebench R23 single-core of 2116, and Geekbench single-core of 2529 indicate it handles everyday tasks and lightly-threaded games well. The passmark_single_thread score of 4333 confirms that the boost clock of 5.40 GHz translates into real-world responsiveness.

The CPU's memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5, with dual-channel configuration, offers flexibility in build planning. The 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes provide ample bandwidth for modern GPUs and NVMe drives. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 serves as a useful fallback or for office systems without a discrete GPU. The unlocked multiplier allows overclocking enthusiasts to push beyond stock clocks.