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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13790F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

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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
96%
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GPU
94%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13790F

63,080 Benchmark Score
Top 4% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti

29,945 Benchmark Score
Top 6% Market Ranking
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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

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

# Balance and Bottleneck

The Intel Core i7-13790F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti pairing presents a fascinating study in workload distribution. The CPU sits at the 93rd percentile among all processors, while the GPU holds the 75th percentile among all graphics cards. This 18-point percentile gap suggests the processor has more headroom relative to its peer group than the graphics card does, implying that in most graphically intensive scenarios, the RTX 3070 Ti will be the limiting factor.

Examining the CPU's benchmark profile reveals where its strengths lie. The multi-threaded Cinebench R23 score of 35404 places it in the top tier of desktop processors, while the single-core score of 4998 indicates strong per-thread performance. The PassMark single-thread score of 4212 reinforces this. The data suggests this CPU can feed almost any GPU without becoming a bottleneck in gaming workloads, but the RTX 3070 Ti's 8 GB VRAM and 608.3 GB/s bandwidth will constrain performance at higher resolutions and with demanding texture packs.

The GPU's compute characteristics tell a more nuanced story. Its FP32 throughput of 21.75 TFLOPS and pixel rate of 169.9 GPixel/s are respectable for its class, but the 8 GB GDDR6X memory capacity is modest by modern standards. In productivity tasks that rely heavily on GPU compute—such as 3D rendering or machine learning inference—the RTX 3070 Ti's 75th percentile ranking means it will be the clear bottleneck. Conversely, in CPU-bound workloads like software compilation or data compression (where the CPU scores 567473 in PassMark data compression), the i7-13790F takes the lead role.

The combined percentile of 84 for this pairing reflects a system where the CPU outpaces the GPU in relative terms. This imbalance is not necessarily negative; it provides headroom for future GPU upgrades without requiring a platform change. The data indicates that users who prioritize CPU-intensive tasks—video encoding, 3D scene preparation, code compilation—will find this pairing well-balanced, while those targeting maximum gaming frame rates at 1440p or 4K will hit the GPU ceiling first.

# Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The RTX 3070 Ti's PassMark G3D score of 23356 and DirectX 12 score of 91 suggest it can drive high frame rates at 1080p in most titles, though the 8 GB VRAM may require texture quality reductions in newer games. The CPU's single-core performance (Cinebench R23 score of 4998) ensures minimal frame pacing issues, but the GPU will limit maximum FPS in esports titles at 1440p.

Streaming: The i7-13790F's 16 cores and 24 threads provide ample parallel processing for simultaneous game encoding and video compression. The PassMark multithread score of 44737 and data encryption score of 31703 indicate strong throughput for x264 encoding, while the GPU's NVENC implementation (implied by the Ampere architecture's 192 tensor cores) can offload streaming tasks effectively.

Video editing: The CPU's Cinebench R20 multicore score of 14869 and PassMark floating-point math score of 110512 support smooth timeline scrubbing and fast render times in applications that use CPU-based effects. The GPU's 21.75 TFLOPS FP32 performance accelerates GPU-accelerated effects and color grading, though the 8 GB VRAM may limit working with very large 4K timelines.

3D rendering: The RTX 3070 Ti's 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores provide hardware-accelerated ray tracing and AI denoising, making it suitable for real-time viewport rendering. The CPU's 33 MB shared L3 cache and 16-core configuration help with scene preparation and physics simulations, but the GPU's 75th percentile ranking means render times will be moderate compared to higher-tier cards.

Software development: The i7-13790F excels here, with PassMark integer math scoring 151416 and random string sorting at 58607, both indicating strong compile and data processing performance. The 24 threads handle parallel builds efficiently, while the CPU's 93rd percentile ranking ensures it won't be the limiting factor in CI pipelines or local testing.

Student and office work: This pairing is overkill for document processing and web browsing, but the CPU's single-thread score of 4212 ensures snappy application responses. The GPU's 75th percentile means it handles multiple 4K displays and hardware acceleration in productivity suites without strain, though the 290 W TDP makes this a power-hungry choice for typical academic use.

# CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13790F is built on the Raptor Lake architecture using a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry. It packs 16 cores and 24 threads, a configuration that balances high-performance P-cores with efficiency E-cores. The base clock of 2.10 GHz boosts to 5.20 GHz under load, providing substantial single-thread headroom. The 257 mm² die size houses 33 MB of shared L3 cache, with 2 MB L2 per core and 80 KB L1 per core.

The benchmark data reveals a processor that punches above its 65 W TDP classification. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 35404 places it within 0.1% of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX (which scores 63173 in average benchmark score versus the i7-13790F's 63080, a delta of -0.1%). The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 trails by 0.4%, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G and Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX lead by 0.4% and 0.5% respectively. This tight clustering indicates the i7-13790F sits at the top of its performance tier.

The PassMark suite shows balanced strengths: integer math scores 151416, floating-point math 110512, and extended instructions 34828. The data encryption score of 31703 and compression score of 567473 highlight strong AES and ZIP workloads. The find prime numbers score of 207 is notably lower, suggesting this CPU prioritizes throughput over pure single-thread integer loops. The physics score of 3017 is moderate, which may affect physics simulation in games that rely on CPU-based engines.

Memory support includes both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel configuration, though ECC is not supported. The PCIe Gen 5 interface with 20 lanes provides ample bandwidth for the GPU and NVMe storage. The launch MSRP is $441, and the multiplier is locked, meaning overclocking is not officially supported. The processor is still in active production, released on 2023-02-09.

# Who Should Build It

The intended audience for this pairing is the enthusiast desktop builder who wants strong multi-threaded CPU performance without sacrificing single-core responsiveness. The CPU's 93rd percentile ranking makes it ideal for content creators who run CPU-heavy workloads—video editors using software encoders, 3D artists performing physics simulations, or developers compiling large codebases. The PassMark multithread score of 44737 and Cinebench R23 multicore of 35404 demonstrate this capability.

Gamers targeting 1080p or 1440p with high refresh rates will find the RTX 3070 Ti sufficient, though those seeking maximum frame rates in the latest AAA titles at 4K may need to lower settings. The GPU's DirectX 12 score of 91 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3478 indicate solid DirectX 12 performance, but the 8 GB VRAM is a limitation for texture-heavy mods or ray tracing at high resolutions.

Students in STEM fields will benefit from the CPU's data processing capabilities—the PassMark data compression score of 567473 and floating-point math of 110512 support scientific computing and data analysis workloads. Small business workstations requiring reliable multi-threaded performance for database operations, financial modeling, or engineering simulations will find the i7-13790F's 24 threads ample, while the GPU accelerates visualization and GPU-compute tasks when needed.

The locked multiplier and 65 W TDP suggest this is aimed at users who want plug-and-play reliability rather than overclocking headroom. The active production status ensures long-term availability, making it suitable for system integrators building standardized workstation configurations.

# GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is built on the Ampere architecture using Samsung's 8 nm process. The GA104 chip contains 17,400 million transistors on a 392 mm² die, with a transistor density of 44.4 million per mm². It features 6144 shading units, 192 texture mapping units, and 96 raster operation units. The 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores provide dedicated hardware for ray tracing and AI workloads.

Memory configuration is 8 GB of GDDR6X on a 256-bit bus, delivering 608.3 GB/s bandwidth. The memory clock runs at 1188 MHz (19 Gbps effective). The base clock is 1575 MHz with a boost clock of 1770 MHz. Compute performance is rated at 21.75 TFLOPS for both FP32 and FP16 (1:1 ratio), with pixel rate of 169.9 GPixel/s and texture rate of 339.8 GTexel/s.

The benchmark scores paint a mixed picture. The PassMark G3D score of 23356 and average benchmark score of 29945 place it at the 75th percentile. Its nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile, scores 29928 (a delta of 0.1%), while the AMD Radeon RX 6800 leads by 0.5% at 30095. The RTX 2080 Ti trails by 0.5%, and the RX 6700 is 1.6% behind. This tight grouping means the 3070 Ti is competitively positioned within its performance bracket.

The Geekbench OpenCL score of 119718 and Vulkan score of 139541 suggest strong general-purpose compute performance. PassMark GPU compute of 11601 indicates decent compute throughput, though the DirectX 10 score of 155 and DirectX 11 score of 192 are legacy metrics. The DirectX 9 score of 261 shows compatibility with older titles. The G2D score of 1055 is modest, reflecting the card's focus on 3D rather than 2D acceleration.

The card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. Display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a. The dual-slot design measures 267 mm in length and 112 mm in height, with a single 12-pin power connector. The TDP is 290 W with a suggested PSU of 600 W. The card is end-of-life, with the GeForce 40 series as its successor.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The platform is built around Intel Socket 1700, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. The PCIe Gen 5 interface with 20 CPU lanes provides bandwidth for the RTX 3070 Ti's PCIe 4.0 x16 interface, with headroom for future GPUs that may use Gen 5. The 65 W TDP of the CPU is modest, while the GPU's 290 W TDP and 600 W suggested PSU leave significant power headroom for upgrades.

A sensible next upgrade would focus on the GPU, as the CPU's 93rd percentile ranking suggests it can support a faster graphics card without becoming a bottleneck. The 8 GB VRAM of the RTX 3070 Ti is the most likely limitation in modern games, so a GPU with more memory and higher compute throughput would be the logical step. The 600 W PSU recommendation provides room for a GPU with up to roughly 350 W TDP, depending on the rest of the system.

The CPU's locked multiplier means overclocking is not an option, so performance gains would come from a CPU upgrade to a higher-tier LGA 1700 processor with more cores or higher clocks. However, the i7-13790F's performance clustering within 0.5% of its nearest rivals indicates diminishing returns from minor CPU upgrades. The DDR4/DDR5 memory support means users can choose their memory platform, though DDR5 would provide higher bandwidth for memory-sensitive workloads.

The platform's PCIe Gen 5 support future-proofs storage and GPU bandwidth, while the 20 lanes allow for multi-GPU configurations or high-speed NVMe arrays. The 257 mm² die size and 10 nm process suggest efficient power delivery, and the active production status ensures BIOS updates and platform support continue.

# Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score is 63080, placing it at the 93rd percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX, scores 63173 (a delta of -0.1%), while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 scores 62839 (0.4% faster). The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G leads by 0.4% at 63331, and the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX trails by 0.5% at 62738. This places the i7-13790F in a tightly contested top tier.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 29945, at the 75th percentile. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Mobile scores 29928 (0.1% faster), while the AMD Radeon RX 6800 leads by 0.5% at 30095. The RTX 2080 Ti trails by 0.5% at 29783, and the RX 6700 is 1.6% behind at 30433. The GPU sits comfortably in the upper-midrange tier.

The combined percentile for this pairing is 84, reflecting the CPU's stronger relative position. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 35404 and single-core of 4998 demonstrate balanced performance, while the PassMark suite shows strengths in integer math (151416), floating-point math (110512), and data compression (567473). The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3478 and Geekbench Vulkan score of 139541 indicate solid DirectX 12 and Vulkan performance.

# FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's socket and does it support DDR4 or DDR5?

A: The Intel Core i7-13790F uses Intel Socket 1700 and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration.

Q: How many cores and threads does the i7-13790F have?

A: It has 16 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and boost clock of 5.20 GHz.

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

A: The RTX 3070 Ti has 8 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, with 608.3 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Does the GPU support ray tracing and tensor operations?

A: Yes, it has 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores, supporting hardware-accelerated ray tracing and AI workloads.

Q: What is the recommended PSU wattage for this GPU?

A: The suggested PSU is 600 W, with the GPU's TDP rated at 290 W and the CPU at 65 W.

Q: Is the CPU overclockable?

A: No, the multiplier is locked, so overclocking is not officially supported.

Q: What is the GPU's PCIe interface and display outputs?

A: It uses PCIe 4.0 x16, with 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a outputs.

# Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU+GPU combination, so all frame rate figures below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The RTX 3070 Ti's PassMark G3D score of 23356 and 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3478, combined with the i7-13790F's single-core Cinebench R23 score of 4998, indicate strong 1080p gaming performance.

At 1080p ultra settings, this pairing should deliver high frame rates (estimated 100+ FPS) in most esports titles and competitive shooters, where the CPU's single-thread performance prevents bottlenecks. The GPU's 608.3 GB/s bandwidth and 21.75 TFLOPS FP32 throughput support smooth performance in modern AAA games, though the 8 GB VRAM may require reduced texture quality in titles exceeding that capacity.

At 1440p ultra, frame rates will drop (estimated 60-90 FPS depending on title), as the GPU becomes the primary constraint. The 75th percentile GPU ranking means it competes with the RTX 2080 Ti and RX 6800, so performance aligns with those cards. Ray tracing workloads will see significant frame rate reductions, as the 48 RT cores are fewer than higher-tier Ampere cards.

At 4K ultra, the 8 GB VRAM and 75th percentile GPU ranking will limit performance to approximately 30-50 FPS in demanding titles, requiring settings reductions or DLSS (implied by tensor cores) to achieve playable frame rates. The CPU's 93rd percentile ensures it is not a limiting factor at any resolution.

# Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i7-13790F and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti. The CPU, with its 16 cores and 24 threads, is designed for high-throughput multi-threaded workloads, while the GPU provides solid 1440p gaming and GPU-accelerated compute. The combined percentile of 84 places this system in the upper tier of desktop configurations.

The i7-13790F's Raptor Lake architecture, with its 10 nm process and 33 MB L3 cache, excels at both single-threaded and multi-threaded tasks. The RTX 3070 Ti's Ampere architecture, with 6144 shading units and 192 tensor cores, delivers competitive performance in its class. The pairing is well-suited for a performance desktop that handles gaming, content creation, and productivity without major compromises.

The 65 W CPU TDP and 290 W GPU TDP, with a 600 W suggested PSU, indicate a system that is power-hungry but manageable with a quality power supply. The GPU's end-of-life status means it is a mature product with established drivers, while the CPU's active production ensures long-term support. This build represents a balanced mid-to-high-end desktop configuration, with the CPU providing more headroom than the GPU for future upgrades.