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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER is built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, fabricated on TSMC's 5 nm process. The AD104 chip packs 35,800 million transistors across a 294 mm² die, giving a transistor density of 121.8M per mm². The GPU operates with a base clock of 1980 MHz and a boost clock of 2475 MHz, while the 12 GB of GDDR6X memory runs at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective) across a 192-bit bus, producing 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth. This is a dual-slot card measuring 267 mm in length, 112 mm in height, and 42 mm in width, requiring a single 16-pin power connector.

The compute configuration is substantial: 7168 shading units, 224 texture mapping units, and 80 raster output units. The RT cores number 56, and there are 224 tensor cores, which positions this GPU solidly for both real-time ray tracing and DLSS-accelerated workloads. The pixel rate is 198.0 GPixel/s and the texture rate is 554.4 GTexel/s. FP32 performance is rated at 35.48 TFLOPS, with FP16 matching at 35.48 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio). These specifications indicate a GPU that is well-balanced for rasterization and compute tasks alike.

In synthetic benchmarks, the RTX 4070 SUPER scores 4627 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, 172795 in Geekbench OpenCL, and 205624 in Geekbench Vulkan. Passmark results show 29995 in G3D, 17108 in GPU Compute, and lower DirectX-specific scores: 344 in DirectX 9, 273 in DirectX 11, 167 in DirectX 10, and 110 in DirectX 12. The G2D score is 1184. The average benchmark score across all tests is 43223, placing this GPU in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs.

The percentile position matters for rendering workloads. Being in the 83rd percentile means this GPU outperforms roughly five out of six other GPUs in the database, which is a strong position for 1440p and even some 4K rendering tasks. The nearest rival comparison shows the RTX 4070 SUPER is essentially neck-and-neck with the NVIDIA Quadro M6000 24 GB (deltaPct -0.1%), the RTX 5050 Mobile (deltaPct -0.1%), and the Quadro M6000 (deltaPct -0.2%), while trailing the RTX 4090 Mobile by 1%. This clustering indicates that the 4070 SUPER sits in a performance tier where small architectural differences matter more than raw compute.

For ray tracing, the 56 RT cores provide dedicated hardware acceleration. The tensor cores enable DLSS and other AI-accelerated features. The 12 GB VRAM buffer is adequate for most modern games at high settings, though the 192-bit bus width and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth could become a limiting factor in texture-heavy scenes at 4K. The API support is comprehensive: DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with current and near-future titles.

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

The Intel Core i7-13700KF delivers a broad set of benchmark results. In 3DMark, the scores scale with thread count: 1137 single-thread, 2263 for 2 threads, 4474 for 4 threads, 8230 for 8 threads, 10749 for 16 threads, and 12462 for max threads. Cinebench results show 550 single-core and 3901 multi-core in R15, 2294 single-core and 16255 multi-core in R20, and 5464 single-core and 38704 multi-core in R23. Geekbench reports 2435 single-core and 18258 multi-core. Passmark tests cover a wide range: 4336 single-thread, 45817 multi-thread, 596493 data compression, 33314 data encryption, 36700 extended instructions, 186 for finding prime numbers, 114997 floating point math, 154507 integer math, 2650 physics, and 62726 random string sorting.

The CPU's average benchmark score is 47330, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. The nearest rivals are tightly clustered: the Intel Core Ultra X9 378H (avgScore 47468, deltaPct -0.3%), the Intel Core i9-12900F (avgScore 47176, deltaPct 0.3%), the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 (avgScore 47527, deltaPct -0.4%), and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 (avgScore 47022, deltaPct 0.7%). This means the i7-13700KF is statistically tied with these competitors, with deltas under 1% in either direction. The 89th percentile ranking is notable for a mid-range-to-high-end desktop part, indicating it outpaces most CPUs in the database.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 43223, in the 83rd percentile of all GPUs. The combined percentile for this CPU-GPU pairing is 86. This combined figure suggests that the system as a whole sits above the 85th percentile, meaning it outperforms roughly 86% of all recorded desktop configurations. The CPU is the stronger component relative to its peers (89th vs 83rd percentile), which has implications for workload balance that will be explored in the bottleneck analysis.

Looking at the deltaPct values for the CPU, the i7-13700KF is 0.3% ahead of the i9-12900F and 0.7% ahead of the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375, but 0.3% behind the Core Ultra X9 378H and 0.4% behind the Ryzen 9 PRO 5945. These are all within noise territory, so the practical takeaway is that the i7-13700KF holds its own against both newer and older rivals. For the GPU, the RTX 4070 SUPER is 1% behind the RTX 4090 Mobile, which is the largest gap in its rival group, but that comparison is against a mobile flagship with different power characteristics.

The combined picture is one of a balanced system where the CPU has a slight edge in percentile terms over the GPU. This means the CPU is less likely to be the limiting factor in most workloads, but the GPU will still define the ceiling for gaming performance. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 38704 indicates strong all-core throughput, while the single-core score of 5464 shows excellent per-thread performance, which is critical for gaming and lightly-threaded applications.

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

The Intel Core i7-13700KF uses the Intel Socket 1700, which is the platform for 12th and 13th generation Core processors. The CPU is based on the Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-S codename) and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process node, with a die size of 257 mm². The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and ECC memory is supported. This flexibility allows builders to choose between cheaper DDR4 or faster DDR5 depending on their budget and performance needs, though the platform is not forward-compatible with newer sockets.

The CPU has 16 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The TDP is 125 W, which is moderate for a 16-core part. The CPU is unlocked (multiplier unlocked), enabling overclocking for those who want to extract more performance. The PCIe support is Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU, which provides ample bandwidth for the latest GPUs and NVMe storage. The GPU, however, uses PCIe 4.0 x16, which is more than sufficient for the RTX 4070 SUPER's bandwidth requirements.

The GPU has a TDP of 220 W, and the suggested PSU is 550 W. Combined with the CPU's 125 W TDP, a 550 W power supply provides headroom for both components under typical loads, though heavy overclocking or additional peripherals might push that limit. The GPU uses a single 16-pin power connector, which is the modern standard for 40-series cards. The production status of the GPU is end-of-life, while the CPU is marked as active, which means the GPU is being phased out in favor of the GeForce 50 series (the successor), while the CPU is still in production.

For a sensible next upgrade, the CPU is the more future-proof component. With a release date of 2022-09-26, the i7-13700KF is older but still competitive, as evidenced by its 89th percentile ranking. The GPU, released 2024-01-16, is newer but already end-of-life. A reasonable upgrade path would be to keep the CPU and swap the GPU for a newer generation when the RTX 50 series becomes more established, since the PCIe 4.0 x16 interface will not bottleneck a modern GPU. The memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 means that a platform change would be required to move beyond Socket 1700, but for now, the existing platform has legs.

The ECC memory support is a niche feature that appeals to workstation users who need error correction for long compute runs. The dual-channel memory bus is standard for consumer platforms, and the lack of a memory bandwidth figure in the data means we cannot quantify the exact throughput, but the DDR5 option provides higher bandwidth than DDR4. The 30 MB shared L3 cache is substantial and helps with gaming and productivity tasks where repeated data access is common.

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

The CPU sits in the 89th percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU is in the 83rd percentile. This 6-percentage-point gap means the CPU is relatively stronger than the GPU. In gaming workloads, this typically translates to the GPU being the limiting factor at higher resolutions and quality settings, because the GPU has to render more pixels and effects, while the CPU's job of preparing frames becomes less demanding relative to GPU work.

The CPU's 3DMark scores show strong scaling from 2 threads (2263) to max threads (12462), indicating that it can feed a GPU effectively in multi-threaded scenarios. However, the single-thread score of 1137 is the base, and many games still rely heavily on single-thread performance. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 5464 is excellent, which means the CPU will not hold back the GPU in most titles, even at high refresh rates.

The GPU's Passmark DirectX 12 score of 110 is notably lower than its DirectX 11 score of 273, which is unusual and may indicate driver-level differences or benchmark quirks. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4627 is a more reliable indicator of modern gaming performance. The Geekbench Vulkan score of 205624 is higher than OpenCL at 172795, suggesting good Vulkan optimization.

In CPU-bound workloads like physics (Passmark physics score 2650) and integer math (154507), the i7-13700KF excels. In GPU-bound workloads like DirectX 11 rendering (273), the RTX 4070 SUPER handles the load. The data suggests that for 1080p gaming at high refresh rates, the CPU could become the bottleneck in lightly-threaded titles, but at 1440p and 4K, the GPU will almost certainly be the limiting factor.

The combined percentile of 86 is between the CPU's 89 and GPU's 83, reflecting the lower-performing component. This is typical for a balanced system: the overall percentile is dragged down by the weaker link, but both components are strong enough that the system outperforms 86% of all configurations. For productivity workloads like video editing or 3D rendering that use both CPU and GPU, the balance is favorable: the CPU handles physics, simulation, and encoding, while the GPU handles rasterization, ray tracing, and compute shaders.

The FPS scaling evidence is indirect since no measured FPS data exists for this combination. However, the benchmark scores allow for estimation. The CPU's 3DMark max-thread score of 12462 suggests it can sustain high frame rates in CPU-bound scenarios, while the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 4627 indicates strong 1440p performance. The gap in percentiles (89 vs 83) means that if a game is CPU-bound, the system will perform closer to the 89th percentile, but if GPU-bound, it will perform closer to the 83rd percentile.

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

The Intel Core i7-13700KF is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, codenamed Raptor Lake-S. It is part of the Core 13th Gen series, manufactured by Intel on a 10 nm process node. The die size is 257 mm², and the CPU is built for the desktop market segment. The base clock is 3.40 GHz, with a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, and the TDP is 125 W. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, with ECC support, and provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU.

The cache hierarchy is deep: 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. This large L3 cache is beneficial for workloads that exhibit data locality, such as gaming, database operations, and scientific computing. The CPU has been in production since 2022-09-26 and is still active, with a launch MSRP of $384. The part number is SRMB9, and the multiplier is unlocked for overclocking.

The benchmark scores tell a story of balanced performance. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 38704 is strong for a 16-core part, reflecting good all-core boost behavior. The single-core score of 5464 in R23 is excellent, indicating that the 5.40 GHz boost clock is sustained under single-threaded loads. The Geekbench scores of 2435 single-core and 18258 multi-core are competitive with newer processors, as shown by the nearest rival deltas being under 1%.

Passmark results provide insight into specific workload types. The data compression score of 596493 is very high, which is useful for file archiving and data-heavy applications. The encryption score of 33314 indicates solid AES performance, relevant for VPNs, disk encryption, and secure communications. The floating-point math score of 114997 and integer math score of 154507 show strong compute throughput for scientific and financial workloads. The extended instructions score of 36700 suggests good SIMD performance, which matters for multimedia processing and some scientific simulations.

The random string sorting score of 62726 is a measure of memory-bound sorting performance, which is relevant for database operations. The physics score of 2650 is moderate, but this test is often sensitive to memory latency and cache behavior. The single-thread Passmark score of 4336 is high, confirming that the CPU is not a bottleneck in lightly-threaded applications. The 89th percentile ranking across all CPUs means this processor outperforms the vast majority of CPUs in the database, including many newer models in the rival list.

For real workloads, this CPU is well-suited for multi-threaded productivity tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation, as evidenced by the strong Cinebench R23 multi-core score. The high single-thread performance also makes it excellent for gaming, where per-core performance is critical. The combination of 16 cores and 24 threads provides headroom for background tasks while gaming, such as streaming or recording.

# Who Should Build It — target users and industries tied strictly to the measured performance

This CPU-GPU combination is a desktop build that targets users who need strong multi-threaded CPU performance and high-end GPU capabilities. The CPU's 89th percentile and GPU's 83rd percentile rankings place the system in the top 14% of all configurations, making it suitable for enthusiasts and professionals who do not require the absolute top-tier but demand high performance.

Gamers at 1440p and 4K resolutions are a primary audience. The GPU's 12 GB VRAM and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth, combined with the CPU's strong single-thread performance, support high refresh rate gaming at 1440p and playable frame rates at 4K in most titles. The 83rd percentile GPU ranking means this card outperforms most GPUs, providing a smooth experience in demanding games.

Content creators who edit video, work with 3D graphics, or render animations will benefit from the CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 38704 indicates fast rendering times, while the GPU's 56 RT cores and 224 tensor cores accelerate ray-traced rendering and AI-powered effects. The 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is substantial for GPU compute tasks.

Software developers who compile large codebases will appreciate the multi-threaded compilation performance, as indicated by the Passmark multi-thread score of 45817. The data encryption score of 33314 is useful for developers working on security software. The extended instructions score of 36700 suggests good SIMD performance for scientific computing or game development.

Students in engineering, computer science, or data science fields will find this system capable of handling coursework, including machine learning projects that use GPU compute (OpenCL score 172795, Vulkan score 205624). Small business workstations that run accounting, inventory, or database software will benefit from the CPU's data compression score of 596493 and random string sorting score of 62726, which indicate strong database performance.

The system is not aimed at budget-constrained builders, given the high performance levels, but it is also not the most expensive configuration available. The CPU's active production status and the GPU's end-of-life status mean that buyers should consider the GPU's replacement timeline, but the performance is still competitive with newer parts, as shown by the rival deltas.

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

High-Refresh Gaming

The CPU's single-thread score of 1137 in 3DMark and 5464 in Cinebench R23 indicates excellent per-core performance, which is critical for high-refresh gaming at 1080p and 1440p. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 4627 and 83rd percentile ranking suggest it can drive frame rates well above 60 FPS in most titles at 1440p with high settings. The 12 GB VRAM is sufficient for modern game textures, and the 224 tensor cores enable DLSS for additional performance headroom.

Streaming

The CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads provide enough headroom to encode a stream using x264 while gaming, as the multi-thread score of 45817 in Passmark shows strong parallel throughput. The GPU's NVENC encoder is not specifically benchmarked in the data, but the tensor cores and modern architecture support hardware encoding. The combined 86th percentile means the system can handle both gaming and encoding without significant frame drops.

Video Editing

The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 38704 indicates fast export times in Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve. The GPU's 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 performance accelerates effects and color grading, while the 12 GB VRAM is adequate for 4K timelines with moderate effects. The Passmark data compression score of 596493 is relevant for handling large video files. The 504.2 GB/s bandwidth helps with scrubbing through high-bitrate footage.

3D Rendering

The CPU's multi-thread performance (Cinebench R23 38704) provides fast CPU-based rendering in Blender or Cinema 4D, while the GPU's 56 RT cores and 224 tensor cores accelerate ray-traced rendering in GPU-accelerated renderers. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 172795 and Vulkan score of 205624 show strong GPU compute capabilities. The 35.48 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is competitive for GPU rendering tasks.

Software Development

The Passmark integer math score of 154507 and extended instructions score of 36700 indicate strong performance for compilation and code analysis. The data encryption score of 33314 supports secure development workflows. The 30 MB L3 cache helps with large codebases that exhibit locality. The 16 cores allow for parallel builds, and the ECC memory support (when paired with DDR5 ECC modules) adds reliability for long-running test suites.

Student and Office Work

The CPU's single-thread performance (Passmark 4336) ensures snappy responsiveness in office applications. The GPU's G2D score of 1184 is adequate for 2D desktop workloads, though it is not the focus of this build. The 89th percentile CPU ranking means the system will handle multitasking with many browser tabs, office documents, and communication apps without slowdown. For students in technical fields, the system can run simulations, compile code, and render graphics, making it a versatile tool.

# FAQ

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

A: The combined percentile is 86, meaning this system outperforms approximately 86% of all recorded desktop configurations in the database.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-13700KF compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra X9 378H?

A: The i7-13700KF has an average benchmark score of 47330, which is 0.3% lower than the Core Ultra X9 378H's score of 47468. This difference is negligible in practical terms.

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

A: The RTX 4070 SUPER has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory with a 192-bit bus, providing 504.2 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i7-13700KF supports ECC memory, which is useful for workstation reliability.

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

A: The suggested PSU for the RTX 4070 SUPER is 550 W, while the GPU has a TDP of 220 W.

Q: Is the GPU still in production?

A: No, the RTX 4070 SUPER is marked as end-of-life, with the GeForce 50 series as its successor.

Q: What is the CPU's boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700KF has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz and a base clock of 3.40 GHz.

# Gaming Performance — measured FPS by game and resolution from measuredFpsUltraByGame (or, if dataIsMeasured is false, frame expectations qualitatively from the benchmark scores and say the figures are estimates)

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU-GPU combination in the data. The FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data for the Intel Core i7-13700KF paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER, and the dataIsMeasured flag is false. Therefore, all FPS figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores, not from actual gameplay measurements.

Based on the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 4627 and its 83rd percentile ranking, the RTX 4070 SUPER is estimated to deliver high frame rates at 1440p in most modern titles. The 12 GB VRAM and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth support high-resolution textures, while the 56 RT cores enable ray tracing at playable frame rates, especially with DLSS enabled via the 224 tensor cores.

At 1080p, the CPU's strong single-thread performance (3DMark single-thread score 1137, Cinebench R23 single-core 5464) is unlikely to bottleneck the GPU in most games, and frame rates could exceed 144 FPS in esports titles. At 1440p, the GPU's 83rd percentile ranking suggests frame rates in the 80-120 FPS range for AAA games at high settings, with lower frame rates (60-80 FPS) when ray tracing is enabled. At 4K, the 12 GB VRAM and 504.2 GB/s bandwidth may become limiting, and frame rates are estimated to be in the 50-70 FPS range for demanding titles, with DLSS being necessary to maintain higher frame rates.

The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 38704 indicates it can feed the GPU effectively in CPU-bound scenarios, but the GPU's 83rd percentile (versus CPU's 89th) means the GPU is the more likely bottleneck at higher resolutions. For competitive shooters at 1080p, the system is estimated to deliver 200+ FPS in less demanding titles, based on the GPU's high Passmark G3D score of 29995. For story-driven AAA games at 1440p ultra settings, the estimates are 70-90 FPS, with ray tracing dropping those numbers by 20-30% unless DLSS is used.

These are estimates, not measured results. The actual FPS will vary by game engine, driver optimization, and system configuration. The benchmark scores provide a reliable relative indication of performance, but they do not translate directly to FPS in every title. Users should expect strong 1440p performance and capable 4K performance with adjustments to settings.

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