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

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94%

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79%

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Intel Core i7-13700K

46,881 Benchmark Score

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 SUPER

3,075 Benchmark Score

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# FAQ

Q: What is the combined performance tier of the Intel Core i7-13700K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 SUPER pairing?

A: The build sits at the 54th percentile among all CPU+GPU combinations in the database, placing it in the middle of the desktop performance spectrum. This is not a top-tier enthusiast pairing, but it is a solidly capable desktop configuration that outperforms roughly half of all tracked builds.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its closest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700K has an average benchmark score of 46,881, which is 0.2% lower than the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 (46,971) and 0.3% lower than the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 (47,022). It is 0.5% ahead of both the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX (46,654) and the Intel Xeon w3-2535 (46,653). In practical terms, these differences are negligible, indicating near-parity among all four processors.

Q: What is the GPU's benchmark score and how does it rank against its listed rivals?

A: The RTX 5080 SUPER scores 3,075 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, placing it at the 19th percentile among all GPUs. Its closest rival, the NVIDIA Quadro P1000, scores 3,163 (2.8% higher), while the Intel Arc Pro B60 scores 3,182 (3.4% higher). The NVIDIA GeForce 820A and GTX 860M score 2,983 (3.1% lower) and 2,967 (3.6% lower), respectively.

Q: How many cores and threads does the i7-13700K have, and what is its boost clock?

A: The 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 Intel's Raptor Lake architecture using a 10 nm process node, and it supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration.

Q: What are the GPU's memory specifications?

A: The RTX 5080 SUPER comes with 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 1.02 TB/s. The memory operates at 2000 MHz with 32 Gbps effective speed. This large frame buffer and high bandwidth make it suitable for memory-intensive workloads like high-resolution rendering and AI inference.

Q: Does the FACT PACK include measured FPS data for this CPU+GPU combination?

A: No. The measuredFpsUltraByGame field is empty for this pairing, and dataIsMeasured is false. Therefore, all gaming performance figures discussed in this analysis are estimates derived from the CPU and GPU benchmark scores, not from direct frame-rate measurements.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of each component?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700K has a launch MSRP of $409, and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 SUPER has a launch MSRP of 999 USD. These are the only pricing details available in the FACT PACK.

# Balance and Bottleneck

The data suggests an interesting balance dynamic between the i7-13700K and the RTX 5080 SUPER. The CPU's 89th percentile ranking among all CPUs indicates it is well above average, while the GPU's 19th percentile ranking places it well below average. This creates a configuration where the CPU is the dominant component in terms of relative performance, and the GPU is likely to be the limiting factor in many workloads, particularly gaming at high resolutions.

Looking at the CPU's threaded scaling, the 3DMark scores show a clear progression: 2,262 for 2 threads, 4,469 for 4 threads, 8,193 for 8 threads, 10,717 for 16 threads, and 12,412 for max threads. This scaling is sub-linear after 8 threads, suggesting that the CPU has strong multi-threaded capability but with diminishing returns beyond 8 cores. For gaming workloads that typically use fewer threads, the single-thread score of 1,136 and the 2-thread score of 2,262 are more relevant, and these are solid numbers that should not bottleneck most modern titles.

The GPU's single benchmark score of 3,075 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, combined with its 19th percentile position, indicates that it is a relatively weak performer in this context. When paired with a CPU that sits at the 89th percentile, the GPU will almost certainly be the bottleneck in GPU-bound scenarios such as high-resolution gaming, 3D rendering, and video encoding. The CPU will have significant headroom, meaning that in CPU-light tasks, the GPU will determine overall performance.

For productivity workloads, the balance shifts. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30,745 and Geekbench multi-core score of 19,429 show strong parallel processing capability. The Passmark multi-thread score of 45,887 further confirms this. In tasks like video editing, 3D rendering, and software compilation, the CPU will carry most of the load, and the GPU's lower relative performance will be less of a constraint.

# Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i7-13700K delivers a robust set of benchmark results across multiple testing suites. In 3DMark, the CPU scores 1,136 in single-thread, 2,262 in 2-thread, 4,469 in 4-thread, 8,193 in 8-thread, 10,717 in 16-thread, and 12,412 in max-thread tests. These results show strong scaling from 2 to 8 threads, with a more gradual increase beyond that point, indicating that the 16-core, 24-thread configuration is well-suited for both lightly-threaded and heavily-threaded workloads.

In Cinebench, the CPU achieves 303 in R15 single-core and 4,507.5 in R15 multi-core, 2,299 in R20 single-core and 16,292 in R20 multi-core, and 2,116 in R23 single-core and 30,745 in R23 multi-core. The multi-core scores are particularly strong, placing the CPU in the upper tier of desktop processors. The Geekbench results show 2,529 in single-core and 19,429 in multi-core, which aligns with the Cinebench data.

The Passmark suite provides additional insight into specific workload types. The CPU scores 595,292 in data compression, 33,249 in data encryption, 36,625 in extended instructions, 191 in find prime numbers, 114,867 in floating point math, 154,446 in integer math, 45,887 in multithread, 2,716 in physics, 62,670 in random string sorting, and 4,333 in single thread. The high scores in integer math and floating point math indicate strong general-purpose computing capability, while the data compression score suggests good performance in archiving and file management tasks.

The GPU's benchmark performance is limited to a single score: 3,075 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12. With a 19th percentile ranking, this places it in the lower quartile of all GPUs. The nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Quadro P1000 at 3,163 (2.8% higher), the Intel Arc Pro B60 at 3,182 (3.4% higher), and the NVIDIA GeForce 820A at 2,983 (3.1% lower). These are not high-end competitors, which underscores the RTX 5080 SUPER's relatively modest standing in this benchmark.

The combined picture is one of imbalance: a high-performing CPU paired with a mid-to-low-performing GPU. The CPU's 89th percentile and the GPU's 19th percentile create a configuration where the CPU is clearly the stronger component, and overall system performance in GPU-intensive tasks will be constrained by the graphics card.

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 5080 SUPER's 19th percentile GPU ranking and 3,075 Steel Nomad score suggest it will struggle to maintain high frame rates at high refresh rates, particularly at 1440p or 4K. The CPU's strong single-thread score of 1,136 and 2-thread score of 2,262 in 3DMark indicate it can keep up with game logic and physics, but the GPU will likely cap frame rates below what competitive gamers desire. For 1080p esports titles, the CPU's 89th percentile ranking could enable high FPS, but the GPU's relatively low score may still limit performance.

Streaming: The i7-13700K's 16 cores and 24 threads, combined with a Passmark multithread score of 45,887, provide ample headroom for simultaneous gaming and encoding. The CPU can handle x264 encoding at reasonable presets while maintaining gameplay performance. The GPU's 84 RT cores and 336 tensor cores could assist with NVENC-like encoding tasks, but the low overall GPU score suggests that hardware encoding performance may also be modest.

Video editing: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30,745 and Geekbench multi-core score of 19,429 make it well-suited for video editing workloads that benefit from multi-threaded processing. The GPU's 24 GB of GDDR7 memory and 1.02 TB/s bandwidth provide sufficient capacity for handling large video files and effects, but the low compute score may slow down GPU-accelerated effects and color grading.

3D rendering: The CPU's strong multi-core performance, evidenced by the 12,412 max-thread 3DMark score and 45,887 Passmark multithread score, will handle CPU-based rendering efficiently. The GPU's 56.28 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 879.3 GTexel/s texture rate suggest it can contribute to GPU-accelerated rendering, but its 19th percentile ranking means it will not match dedicated high-end rendering cards.

Software development: The CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads, along with a Passmark integer math score of 154,446, make it excellent for compiling code and running build servers. The 30 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB per-core L2 cache help with frequently accessed data. The GPU's lower performance is less relevant for most development tasks, making this a solid configuration for programmers who occasionally game or use GPU-accelerated tools.

Student and office work: The CPU's single-thread performance of 2,529 in Geekbench and 4,333 in Passmark single-thread ensures snappy responsiveness in everyday applications like web browsing, document editing, and spreadsheets. The GPU's 24 GB memory is overkill for office tasks, but the overall system will handle multitasking with ease. The 89th percentile CPU ranking means this build is far more capable than needed for typical academic workloads.

# Who Should Build It

This configuration targets users who prioritize CPU performance over GPU performance. Gamers playing at 1080p with modest graphical settings will benefit from the i7-13700K's strong single-thread and multi-thread scores, though the GPU's 19th percentile ranking means they should not expect high frame rates at 1440p or 4K. Content creators working with CPU-intensive tasks like video encoding, 3D modeling, and software compilation will appreciate the 16-core, 24-thread processor, which delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30,745.

Developers and engineers who spend most of their time compiling code, running virtual machines, or performing data analysis will find the CPU's Passmark multithread score of 45,887 and data compression score of 595,292 valuable. The GPU's 24 GB of GDDR7 memory can be useful for machine learning inference or large dataset visualization, even if the raw compute performance is not top-tier.

Students and small business users who need a reliable desktop for general productivity, light gaming, and occasional content creation will find this build more than adequate. The CPU's 89th percentile ranking ensures it will remain responsive for years, while the GPU, despite its low percentile, provides enough capability for casual gaming and basic graphics work. This is not a configuration for users seeking maximum gaming performance or high-end GPU compute, but it excels as a CPU-centric workstation with gaming capability.

# GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 SUPER is built on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture using the GB203 chip, manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC. It contains 45,600 million transistors on a 378 mm² die, with a transistor density of 120.6M per mm². The GPU has 10,752 shading units, 336 texture mapping units, and 112 raster operations pipelines, along with 84 RT cores and 336 tensor cores.

Memory configuration is substantial: 24 GB of GDDR7 on a 256-bit bus, providing 1.02 TB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock is 2000 MHz with 32 Gbps effective speed. This large frame buffer is a standout feature, particularly for tasks like high-resolution texture loading, large 3D scenes, and AI model inference where memory capacity is often a bottleneck.

Clock speeds are a base of 2295 MHz and a boost of 2617 MHz. The pixel rate is 293.1 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 879.3 GTexel/s. FP32 performance is rated at 56.28 TFLOPS, with FP16 also at 56.28 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio), indicating that the GPU does not have dedicated half-precision acceleration.

The single benchmark score of 3,075 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 places the GPU at the 19th percentile, which is surprisingly low for a card with such impressive specifications. This suggests that either the benchmark is not well-suited to this GPU's architecture, or the card's real-world performance does not match its theoretical specs. The closest rivals are the Quadro P1000 (3,163, 2.8% higher) and Arc Pro B60 (3,182, 3.4% higher), both of which are not typically considered high-performance gaming cards.

For rendering workloads, the GPU's 84 RT cores provide hardware-accelerated ray tracing capability, and the 336 tensor cores support DLSS and other AI-based features. The 1.02 TB/s bandwidth ensures data can move quickly between memory and compute units, which is critical for large textures and complex scenes. However, the low benchmark score suggests that actual rendering performance may be constrained by other factors, possibly driver maturity or architectural inefficiencies.

# Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this CPU+GPU combination, as the measuredFpsUltraByGame field is empty and dataIsMeasured is false. All gaming performance figures discussed here are estimates based on the benchmark scores, and they should be treated as approximations rather than definitive results.

Based on the GPU's 3,075 score in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 and its 19th percentile ranking, the RTX 5080 SUPER is likely to deliver modest frame rates in modern games at ultra settings. At 1080p, the CPU's strong single-thread performance (1,136 in 3DMark single-thread, 2,529 in Geekbench single-core) should prevent CPU bottlenecks in most titles, but the GPU's low relative performance will cap frame rates. Expect playable but not high-refresh-rate performance in demanding AAA titles, with perhaps 60 FPS or lower in the most graphically intensive scenes.

At 1440p, the GPU will become the primary bottleneck. The 24 GB of GDDR7 memory is sufficient for high-resolution textures, but the low compute score suggests that fill rate and shader performance will limit frame rates. Estimates suggest that ultra settings may yield 40-60 FPS in many games, with lower settings required for smoother gameplay. The CPU's 89th percentile ranking ensures it will not compound the issue, but it cannot compensate for the GPU's limitations.

At 4K, the situation is more challenging. The GPU's pixel rate of 293.1 GPixel/s and texture rate of 879.3 GTexel/s are modest for 4K rendering, and the 19th percentile ranking indicates that this card is not designed for high-end 4K gaming. Users should expect frame rates well below 60 FPS in most modern titles at ultra settings, and significant graphical compromises will be necessary for playable performance. The CPU will have no trouble keeping up, but the GPU is the clear limiting factor.

# Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build pairing the Intel Core i7-13700K with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 SUPER. The CPU is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on Raptor Lake architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process, with a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The GPU is a Blackwell 2.0 architecture card with 24 GB of GDDR7 memory and a 256-bit memory bus.

The overall combined percentile for this pairing is 54, which places it in the middle of all tracked CPU+GPU combinations. This is a notable contrast with the CPU's 89th percentile ranking, which is well above average. The GPU's 19th percentile ranking is well below average, creating a significant imbalance in performance between the two components.

In practical terms, this build is a CPU-first configuration. The i7-13700K is a high-performing processor that excels in multi-threaded workloads, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30,745 and Passmark multithread score of 45,887. The RTX 5080 SUPER, despite its large memory capacity and modern architecture, does not perform at a level consistent with its specs, as indicated by its low benchmark scores.

This pairing is best suited for users who need strong CPU performance for productivity tasks and are willing to accept modest GPU performance for gaming and graphics work. It is not a balanced build in the traditional sense, but it can be effective for specific use cases where CPU compute is the priority.

# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a 16-core, 24-thread desktop processor from the Core 13th Gen series, based on the Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-S codename). It is manufactured by Intel on a 10 nm process node, with a die size of 257 mm². The CPU has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, with a TDP of 125 W. It uses the Intel Socket 1700 and is unlocked for overclocking.

The cache hierarchy consists of 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. This amounts to a substantial total cache, which helps with frequently accessed data and reduces memory latency. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it has ECC memory support. It also includes integrated UHD Graphics 770, providing a fallback display output if a discrete GPU is not present.

The CPU's benchmark performance is consistently strong across multiple suites. In 3DMark, it scores 1,136 single-thread, 2,262 2-thread, 4,469 4-thread, 8,193 8-thread, 10,717 16-thread, and 12,412 max-thread. The scaling from 2 to 8 threads shows good efficiency, while the jump to 16 and max threads demonstrates the benefit of the 16-core configuration.

Cinebench results reinforce this picture: R15 multi-core scores 4,507.5, R20 multi-core scores 16,292, and R23 multi-core scores 30,745. Single-core scores are 303, 2,299, and 2,116 for R15, R20, and R23, respectively. The multi-core scores are particularly impressive, placing the CPU in the upper echelon of desktop processors.

Geekbench scores of 2,529 single-core and 19,429 multi-core align with the Cinebench results. Passmark tests show a multithread score of 45,887, single-thread score of 4,333, integer math of 154,446, floating point math of 114,867, and data compression of 595,292. These scores indicate strong performance in both integer and floating point workloads, making the CPU versatile for a wide range of applications.

The CPU's 89th percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms its high standing. Its average benchmark score of 46,881 is nearly identical to its nearest rivals: the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 (46,971, +0.2%), AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 (47,022, +0.3%), AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX (46,654, -0.5%), and Intel Xeon w3-2535 (46,653, -0.5%). This indicates that the i7-13700K is competitive with other high-end processors, though not a clear leader in raw average score. For real workloads, the CPU is a reliable choice for multi-threaded tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation, where its 16 cores and 30 MB L3 cache provide significant advantages.

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