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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090

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System Balance Analysis

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94%

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98%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13700K

46,881 Benchmark Score

Top 6% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090

79,842 Benchmark Score

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90-100

Ultimate

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70-89

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The Intel Core i7-13700K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is a desktop configuration that ranks in the 91st percentile overall. The CPU holds the 89th percentile among all processors, while the GPU sits in the 92nd percentile among all graphics cards. This pairing produces an average frame rate of 231.4 FPS across the tested game suite, placing it 31st out of 3,732 CPU-GPU pairs. The data shows a system built for extreme high-refresh gaming and heavy compute workloads, though the balance between the two components varies significantly depending on the task.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: The measured FPS data shows this build excels at 1080p and 1440p competitive gaming. Counter-Strike 2 reaches 370.8 FPS at 1080p and 247.7 FPS at 1440p, while Valorant hits 543 FPS at 1080p and 515 FPS at 1440p. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege delivers 437 FPS at 1080p. These numbers indicate the system can drive the highest refresh rate monitors available without hitting a CPU bottleneck.

Streaming: With the CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads, plus the GPU's 680 tensor cores, the system can handle concurrent gaming and encoding workloads. The 3DMark max threads score of 12412 and the Geekbench multicore score of 19429 suggest enough headroom for software encoding while gaming. The RTX 5090's 32 GB VRAM and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth provide ample buffer for stream capture and overlay processing.

Video Editing: The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30745 and the Passmark multithread score of 45887 indicate strong rendering performance for video timelines. The GPU's 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance accelerates effects and color grading. The 32 GB GDDR7 memory can hold large project files and preview caches, while the 1.79 TB/s bandwidth moves frames quickly.

3D Rendering: The GPU's 21,760 shading units and 680 texture mapping units deliver substantial raw compute. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 18355 reflects modern rendering API performance. The CPU's Cinebench R20 multicore score of 16292 supports viewport simulation and scene assembly. The 170 RT cores handle ray-traced rendering workloads.

Software Development: The Passmark data compression score of 595292 and integer math score of 154446 indicate strong compilation and build performance. The 30 MB shared L3 cache and 2 MB L2 per core reduce latency for iterative code compilation. The DDR4 and DDR5 memory support allows flexibility in platform configuration.

Student and Office Work: This configuration far exceeds the requirements for document processing, spreadsheet analysis, and web browsing. The Passmark single thread score of 4333 ensures snappy interface response. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output. However, the 575 W GPU TDP and the suggested 950 W PSU make this an impractical choice for typical student budgets.

Gaming Performance

The measured FPS data at ultra settings reveals distinct performance tiers across resolutions. At 1920x1080, the system achieves over 300 FPS in esports titles: Counter-Strike: Global Offensive hits 820 FPS, Valorant reaches 543 FPS, and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege X delivers 444.3 FPS. Minecraft runs at 362 FPS and Roblox at 481 FPS. Heavier titles like Cyberpunk 2077 still manage 109 FPS at 1080p ultra.

At 2560x1440, the system maintains high frame rates across most titles. Valorant still delivers 515 FPS, Counter-Strike 2 runs at 247.7 FPS, and Rainbow Six Siege hits 286 FPS. Demanding games drop into the 70-80 FPS range: Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 81 FPS, Red Dead Redemption 2 at 71.3 FPS. Ark: Survival Ascended falls to 34 FPS, indicating a heavy workload even for this hardware.

At 3840x2160, the RTX 5090's 32 GB VRAM becomes relevant. Valorant still delivers 478 FPS, while Counter-Strike 2 drops to 139.9 FPS. Call of Duty: Warzone runs at 127 FPS, and Cyberpunk 2077 at 53 FPS. The most demanding title, Ark: Survival Ascended, drops to 18 FPS at 4K ultra. The data shows 4K gaming is viable for most titles, but the heaviest simulations require settings reductions.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13700K is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm process. It features a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 30 MB shared L3. This configuration supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, with ECC memory support available.

Benchmark results show strong single-thread performance with a 3DMark single thread score of 1136 and a Cinebench R23 single core score of 2116. The Passmark single thread score of 4333 places it well above the 89th percentile of all CPUs. Multithreaded performance scales effectively: the 3DMark 16 thread score of 10717 and max thread score of 12412 demonstrate good scaling with additional cores.

The nearest rival comparison shows the i7-13700K trading blows with the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, which scores 46971 versus the i7's 46881 average, a delta of -0.2%. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 scores 47022 (-0.3%), while the AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX scores 46654 (+0.5%). These close scores indicate the i7-13700K sits in a competitive performance band for its generation.

For real workloads, the 5.40 GHz boost clock benefits latency-sensitive applications like gaming and web browsing. The 24 threads handle content creation and compilation tasks effectively. The Passmark physics score of 2716 and extended instructions score of 36625 show balanced capabilities across various computational patterns.

Who Should Build It

Gamers targeting 1080p and 1440p high-refresh displays will find this build ideal for esports titles, with frame rates exceeding 240 FPS in Counter-Strike 2, Valorant, and Rainbow Six Siege. At 1440p, the system maintains over 100 FPS in most AAA titles, including 119.4 FPS in Control and 112 FPS in Fortnite. 4K gamers can play most titles at 60+ FPS, though the most demanding games like Ark: Survival Ascended will require settings adjustments.

Content creators working with 4K video timelines will benefit from the combination of the CPU's 16 cores and the GPU's 32 GB VRAM. The 1.79 TB/s memory bandwidth handles large frame buffers and effects stacks. 3D artists using ray-traced rendering will find the 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores accelerate their workflows.

Software developers compiling large codebases will see strong performance from the Passmark integer math score of 154446 and data compression score of 595292. The 30 MB L3 cache reduces recompilation latency. Small business workstations running database applications or virtual machines can leverage the 24 threads and ECC memory support.

Students and office workers should look elsewhere. This configuration's power requirements and performance characteristics are overkill for document processing. The 575 W GPU TDP and 950 W suggested PSU make it impractical for dorm rooms or small offices without dedicated circuits.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score of 46881 places it in the 89th percentile of all processors. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, scores 46971, just 0.2% higher. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 scores 47022, 0.3% higher. The Intel Xeon w3-2535 scores 46653, 0.5% lower. These small deltas indicate the i7-13700K sits in a highly competitive performance tier.

The GPU's average benchmark score of 79842 places it in the 92nd percentile of all graphics cards. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB at 79605 (0.3% lower), the Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB at 79396 (0.6% lower), and the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT at 78940 (1.1% lower). The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X scores 80959, 1.4% higher.

The combined percentile of 91 reflects the strong performance of both components. The pair ranks 31st out of 3,732 CPU-GPU pairs by measured FPS, with an average of 231.4 FPS across all tested games. This places the build in the top 1% of tested configurations for raw gaming frame rates.

Individual GPU benchmarks show consistent strength: Passmark G3D score of 39650, Geekbench Vulkan score of 376728, and Geekbench OpenCL score of 334370. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 18355 indicates modern API performance. The Passmark GPU compute score of 26756 reflects computational workloads.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 uses the GB202 chip on a 5 nm TSMC process with 92,200 million transistors on a 750 mm² die. The Blackwell 2.0 architecture features 21,760 shading units, 680 TMUs, and 176 ROPs. The GPU operates at a base clock of 2017 MHz and boost clock of 2407 MHz.

Memory configuration includes 32 GB of GDDR7 on a 512-bit bus, delivering 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective speed. This massive VRAM capacity exceeds the requirements of current games and provides headroom for future titles and high-resolution textures.

The 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores support hardware-accelerated ray tracing and AI workloads. The FP32 performance of 104.8 TFLOPS matches the FP16 performance at a 1:1 ratio. The pixel rate of 423.6 GPixel/s and texture rate of 1,636.8 GTexel/s indicate strong rasterization throughput.

Benchmark scores reflect this capability. The Passmark G3D score of 39650 demonstrates strong rasterized gaming performance. The Geekbench Vulkan score of 376728 and OpenCL score of 334370 show compute versatility. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 18355 indicates modern API efficiency.

The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. Display outputs include one HDMI 2.1b and three DisplayPort 2.1b connectors. The dual-slot design measures 304 mm in length, 137 mm in height, and 40 mm in width, requiring a power supply with one 16-pin connector and a suggested 950 W rating.

FAQ

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

A: The build ranks in the 91st combined percentile, with the CPU at the 89th percentile and the GPU at the 92nd percentile among their respective categories.

Q: What frame rates can I expect in competitive shooters at 1080p?

A: Counter-Strike 2 delivers 370.8 FPS, Valorant reaches 543 FPS, and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege X hits 444.3 FPS at 1920x1080 with ultra settings.

Q: How does the i7-13700K compare to the AMD Ryzen 9 5900?

A: The i7-13700K scores 46881 average, while the Ryzen 9 5900 scores 46971, a difference of -0.2%. The two processors are effectively tied in overall benchmark performance.

Q: What is the memory configuration of the RTX 5090?

A: The GPU features 32 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 512-bit bus, providing 1.79 TB/s of bandwidth with a memory clock of 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective).

Q: What power supply is recommended for this build?

A: The suggested PSU rating is 950 W, with the GPU consuming up to 575 W TDP and the CPU rated at 125 W TDP. A single 16-pin power connector is required for the GPU.

Q: How does the system perform in Cyberpunk 2077 at different resolutions?

A: Cyberpunk 2077 runs at 109 FPS at 1080p, 81 FPS at 1440p, and 53 FPS at 4K with ultra settings.

Q: What is the GPU's average benchmark score and nearest rival?

A: The RTX 5090 averages 79842 in benchmarks. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB at 79605, which is 0.3% lower.

Build Overview

This desktop build pairs the Intel Core i7-13700K with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. The CPU is a 16-core, 24-thread Raptor Lake processor with a 5.40 GHz boost clock and 30 MB L3 cache. The GPU is a Blackwell 2.0 architecture card with 32 GB GDDR7 memory and 170 RT cores.

The combined 91st percentile ranking places this system in the upper echelon of desktop configurations. The CPU's 89th percentile and GPU's 92nd percentile indicate both components are strong performers individually. The average FPS of 231.4 across all tested games, ranking 31st out of 3,732 pairs, confirms this is a high-tier gaming system.

The CPU's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900, scores within 0.2% in average benchmarks. The GPU's nearest rival, the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB, scores within 0.3%. These close margins show both components are well-positioned in their respective performance tiers.

The system's performance profile shows a strong balance for gaming and content creation. The 5.40 GHz boost clock handles single-threaded tasks, while the 24 threads manage multithreaded workloads. The GPU's 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 1.79 TB/s bandwidth support demanding rendering and compute tasks.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance data reveals workload-dependent bottlenecks. In CPU-bound scenarios like Valorant at 1080p, the frame rate of 543 FPS suggests the GPU is not the limiting factor. The CPU's Passmark single thread score of 4333 supports this interpretation, as the 5.40 GHz boost clock drives high frame rates.

In GPU-bound scenarios at 4K, the CPU's influence diminishes. The 53 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 at 3840x2160 indicates the GPU's rendering workload dominates. The RTX 5090's 92nd percentile ranking versus the CPU's 89th percentile suggests the GPU has slightly more headroom relative to its peers.

The scaling from 1080p to 1440p to 4K shows where the bottleneck shifts. In Counter-Strike 2, FPS drops from 370.8 at 1080p to 247.7 at 1440p to 139.9 at 4K. This pattern indicates the GPU becomes progressively more limiting as resolution increases. At 1080p, the CPU's single-thread performance of 1136 in 3DMark single thread tests allows the GPU to stretch its legs.

For multithreaded workloads, the CPU's 16 cores provide sufficient throughput. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30745 shows the CPU can feed the GPU in compute tasks. However, the Passmark multithread score of 45887 versus the GPU compute score of 26756 suggests the GPU handles parallel compute more efficiently.

The 0.2% delta between the i7-13700K and Ryzen 9 5900 indicates the CPU is not a performance outlier. The GPU's 0.3% delta versus the Tesla P100 confirms similar positioning. This build's strength lies in the combination rather than either component being exceptional.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i7-13700K uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform with Raptor Lake architecture. The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, with ECC memory available. The processor provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU, while the GPU uses PCIe 5.0 x16.

The current configuration supports a maximum of 30 MB shared L3 cache and 2 MB L2 per core. The memory bus is dual-channel, which may limit bandwidth compared to newer platforms. The 125 W CPU TDP and 575 W GPU TDP suggest the 950 W PSU has headroom for additional components.

A sensible next upgrade would focus on the CPU platform. The Intel Socket 1700 is shared with other 13th and 14th generation processors. The GPU's 1.79 TB/s bandwidth and 32 GB VRAM provide substantial future-proofing, so the graphics card likely needs no immediate replacement.

The PCIe 5.0 x16 interface matches the GPU's bus requirements. The 20 CPU lanes support multiple NVMe drives. The DDR5 memory support allows for higher bandwidth configurations, though the current setup's performance percentile of 89 for the CPU suggests it is not severely memory-limited.

For future platform upgrades, the 10 nm process and 257 mm² die size of the CPU indicate this is a mature design. The GPU's 5 nm process and 750 mm² die represent current-generation manufacturing. The system's 91st combined percentile suggests the current configuration remains competitive, but the CPU platform will likely require replacement before the GPU becomes obsolete.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13700K + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090

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Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

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Counter-Strike: Global Offensive

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Performance Tiers Explained

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