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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13790F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

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Intel Core i7-13790F

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# Intel Core i7-13790F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti — Benchmark Analysis

This pairing combines Intel's 13th-generation Raptor Lake desktop processor with NVIDIA's flagship Ampere-era graphics card, creating a system that sits at the 94th percentile overall among all desktop builds. The CPU, with its 16 cores and 24 threads, delivers an average benchmark score of 63080, placing it in the 93rd percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU's average score of 131938 puts it in the 95th percentile among all GPUs. No measured FPS data exists for this exact combination in the FACT PACK, so all frame-rate discussions in the gaming section are estimates derived from the benchmark scores rather than direct gameplay measurements.

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)

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this specific CPU+GPU combination, so all gaming performance figures presented here are estimates based on the benchmark scores and percentile positions of both components. The RTX 3090 Ti's Geekbench Vulkan score of 215633 and OpenCL score of 174441, combined with its 95th percentile ranking among all GPUs, indicate that this card delivers top-tier rasterization and compute performance. The CPU's single-thread score of 4212 in Passmark and its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4998 suggest strong per-core performance that can feed even a high-end GPU without becoming a bottleneck in most titles.

At 1080p resolution with ultra settings, the estimated frame rates would be exceptionally high, likely exceeding the refresh rates of most standard monitors. The combination of the i7-13790F's 5.20 GHz boost clock and the RTX 3090 Ti's 1860 MHz boost clock means that CPU-bound scenarios at lower resolutions will see the processor working near its maximum capability. The Passmark single-thread score of 4212 places this CPU well above the typical threshold needed for high-refresh gaming, and the 93rd percentile CPU ranking supports the expectation that frame pacing will be consistent.

At 1440p and 4K resolutions, the GPU becomes the primary determinant of frame rates, and the RTX 3090 Ti's specifications point to strong performance at these higher resolutions. The 24 GB of GDDR6X memory with 1.01 TB/s bandwidth provides ample headroom for high-resolution textures and memory-intensive effects. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5741 indicates that the GPU handles modern DirectX 12 workloads efficiently, which translates to competitive frame rates in contemporary titles.

For esports and competitive titles that favor high frame rates, the estimated performance is particularly strong. The CPU's Cinebench R15 single-core score of 503 and R20 single-core score of 2099 suggest that the processor can maintain high frame rates in lightly-threaded games. The Passmark physics score of 3017 indicates solid game physics simulation capability, which matters for titles with complex destructible environments or large numbers of physical objects.

The estimated gaming experience across resolutions would be characterized by high frame rates at 1080p and 1440p, with 4K gaming also viable in most titles due to the GPU's substantial memory bandwidth and compute resources. The lack of measured FPS data means these are projections, but the underlying benchmark scores from both the CPU and GPU support the conclusion that this is a high-performance gaming system.

FAQ

Q: What is the overall performance percentile of this CPU+GPU combination?

A: The combined percentile for this desktop build is 94, meaning it outperforms 94% of all tracked desktop configurations in the benchmark database.

Q: Does this CPU support overclocking?

A: No, the Intel Core i7-13790F has the multiplier locked (multiplierUnlocked is false), so overclocking via multiplier adjustment is not possible. The boost clock of 5.20 GHz is the maximum achievable frequency.

Q: What memory types are supported by this processor?

A: The i7-13790F supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory through its dual-channel memory bus. This provides flexibility in platform configuration, though the choice of memory type affects overall system bandwidth.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 3090 Ti have and what is its memory bandwidth?

A: The GPU features 24 GB of GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit bus, providing 1.01 TB/s of memory bandwidth. This is substantial for high-resolution textures and large datasets.

Q: What is the production status of these components?

A: The CPU is listed as Active in production, while the GPU is End-of-life. This means the processor remains in current production, but the graphics card has been succeeded by newer generations.

Q: What PCIe generation does the CPU support?

A: The i7-13790F provides Gen 5 PCIe with 20 lanes from the CPU, while the RTX 3090 Ti uses a PCIe 4.0 x16 interface. The GPU will operate at PCIe 4.0 speeds, which is backward compatible with the CPU's Gen 5 slots.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of each component?

A: The CPU had a launch MSRP of $441, and the GPU had a launch MSRP of 1,999 USD. These are the original launch prices and do not reflect current market pricing.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU's average benchmark score of 63080 places it at the 93rd percentile among all CPUs, with nearest rivals including the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX (63173, -0.1% delta), AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 (62839, +0.4% delta), AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G (63331, -0.4% delta), and Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX (62738, +0.5% delta). This clustering within 0.5% of several competitors indicates that the i7-13790F sits in a highly competitive performance tier where architectural differences yield only marginal score variations.

In Cinebench R23, the CPU scores 35404 in multi-core and 4998 in single-core tests. The multi-core result demonstrates strong parallel processing capability, while the single-core score reflects the 5.20 GHz boost clock and Raptor Lake architecture's efficiency. The Cinebench R20 scores of 14869 multi-core and 2099 single-core follow a similar pattern, confirming consistent performance across benchmark versions. The R15 scores of 3568 multi-core and 503 single-core round out the Cinebench family results.

Passmark tests reveal specific workload characteristics. The multithread score of 44737 aligns with the CPU's 16-core/24-thread configuration, while the single-thread score of 4212 indicates solid per-core performance. Data compression scores 567473, data encryption scores 31703, and extended instructions score 34828, showing the CPU handles these specialized workloads effectively. Floating-point math scores 110512, integer math scores 151416, and random string sorting scores 58607, providing a comprehensive view of arithmetic and data manipulation capabilities.

The GPU's average benchmark score of 131938 places it at the 95th percentile among all GPUs. Its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA L4 (131072, +0.7% delta), NVIDIA RTX 4000 Ada Generation (135218, -2.4% delta), NVIDIA A10M (135230, -2.4% delta), and AMD Radeon PRO W6800 (135396, -2.6% delta). The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5741, Geekbench OpenCL score of 174441, and Geekbench Vulkan score of 215633 demonstrate strong performance across different graphics APIs and compute workloads.

Combined, these benchmark results paint a picture of a system that excels in both CPU-intensive and GPU-intensive tasks. The CPU's 93rd percentile and GPU's 95th percentile rankings contribute to the overall 94th combined percentile, indicating balanced high-end performance.

Balance and Bottleneck

The benchmark data reveals a well-balanced pairing where neither component dramatically outstrips the other. The CPU's 93rd percentile and GPU's 95th percentile are close enough that bottlenecking will depend heavily on the specific workload rather than a systemic imbalance. In CPU-bound scenarios, such as physics simulation or lightly-threaded games, the i7-13790F's Passmark physics score of 3017 and single-thread score of 4212 will determine performance limits.

In GPU-bound workloads like high-resolution gaming or 3D rendering, the RTX 3090 Ti's substantial compute resources — including 10752 shading units, 84 RT cores, and 336 tensor cores — will be the limiting factor. The GPU's 40.00 TFLOPS FP32 performance and 1.01 TB/s memory bandwidth provide ample headroom for demanding graphics workloads, and its 95th percentile ranking suggests it can handle nearly any current title at high settings.

The FPS scaling pattern, while estimated due to lack of measured data, would show the CPU maintaining sufficient frame pacing at lower resolutions while the GPU takes over as the primary bottleneck at higher resolutions. The CPU's boost clock of 5.20 GHz and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4998 indicate it can keep up with the GPU's frame generation capability in most scenarios. The 24 threads provide enough parallelism for modern game engines that utilize multiple cores for game logic, physics, and streaming.

Memory bandwidth plays a role in system balance. The CPU's dual-channel memory support for both DDR4 and DDR5 means the memory subsystem could become a bottleneck if paired with slower DDR4 modules, though the FACT PACK does not specify which memory type was used in benchmarking. The GPU's 1.01 TB/s bandwidth is independent of system memory and will not be affected by this consideration.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13790F is a 16-core, 24-thread processor built on the Raptor Lake architecture and manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process node. The die size measures 257 mm², and the processor fits into the Intel Socket 1700 platform. The base clock runs at 2.10 GHz with a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, providing a substantial frequency range for both power-efficient operation and peak performance.

The cache hierarchy consists of 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 33 MB shared L3 cache. This configuration provides 16 MB of L2 cache across all cores (2 MB × 16 cores) plus the 33 MB L3, totaling significant on-die storage for frequently accessed data. The 33 MB L3 cache is particularly beneficial for workloads with large working sets that benefit from shared cache access across all cores.

The Passmark multithread score of 44737 reflects strong parallel performance, while the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35404 confirms this capability in rendering workloads. The data encryption score of 31703 and extended instructions score of 34828 indicate robust support for cryptographic and SIMD operations, making this CPU suitable for security-sensitive applications and vectorized computation.

The single-thread performance, measured at 4212 in Passmark and 4998 in Cinebench R23, is competitive with the nearest rivals listed. The CPU's performance relative to the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX (-0.1% delta), AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 (+0.4% delta), AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G (-0.4% delta), and Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX (+0.5% delta) shows that the i7-13790F sits in a tightly contested performance band where no single competitor holds a decisive advantage.

The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel bus, providing platform flexibility. It does not support ECC memory, which limits its suitability for certain server or workstation applications that require error-correcting memory. The processor provides 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU, enabling high-bandwidth connectivity for modern GPUs and NVMe storage devices.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's single-thread performance (Passmark 4212, Cinebench R23 4998) combined with the GPU's 95th percentile ranking suggests this system can drive high-refresh monitors at 1080p and 1440p in most titles. The 5.20 GHz boost clock ensures responsive frame delivery in CPU-bound game scenarios.

Streaming: With 16 cores and 24 threads, this CPU can handle game encoding and streaming workloads simultaneously without significant performance degradation. The Passmark multithread score of 44737 indicates ample parallel resources for encoding alongside gameplay, while the GPU's NVENC capabilities (implied by tensor cores and 40.00 TFLOPS FP16) provide additional encoding options.

Video editing: The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35404 supports efficient video rendering and export. The GPU's 24 GB VRAM and 1.01 TB/s bandwidth can accelerate effects processing and timeline scrubbing, while the CPU's 33 MB L3 cache helps with multi-track editing workflows.

3D rendering: The CPU's multi-core performance (Cinebench R20 14869, R15 3568) handles CPU-based renderers effectively. The GPU's 10752 shading units and 40.00 TFLOPS FP32 performance make it suitable for GPU-accelerated rendering, with the 84 RT cores supporting ray-traced workflows.

Software development: The CPU's balanced single-thread and multi-thread performance supports compilation, testing, and running development tools. The data compression score of 567473 indicates efficient handling of build artifacts and source archives, while the 24 threads allow parallel builds to complete quickly.

Student and office work: This configuration far exceeds the requirements for typical productivity tasks. The CPU's single-thread score of 4212 ensures responsive application performance, while the GPU's capabilities are largely unused in office workloads, making this pairing more powerful than necessary for basic productivity.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Socket 1700 platform supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, providing flexibility for system builders. The CPU's 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes allow for high-bandwidth storage and expansion cards, while the GPU's PCIe 4.0 x16 interface is fully compatible. The platform's dual-channel memory bus means that memory bandwidth scales with the number of modules installed, and choosing DDR5 over DDR4 would provide higher theoretical bandwidth.

The RTX 3090 Ti requires a substantial power delivery system, with a 450 W TDP and a suggested PSU rating of 850 W. The CPU's 65 W TDP is modest by comparison, meaning the power supply must be sized primarily for the GPU. The GPU uses a 1x 16-pin power connector and occupies a triple-slot form factor, requiring sufficient case clearance (336 mm length, 140 mm height, 61 mm width).

A sensible next upgrade path would focus on the GPU, as the CPU's 93rd percentile ranking and Active production status suggest it remains competitive. The GPU is End-of-life, meaning newer generations offer improved performance-per-watt and features. However, the RTX 3090 Ti's 24 GB VRAM and 95th percentile performance mean it remains capable for demanding workloads. The platform's DDR5 support allows for memory upgrades without changing the motherboard, and the PCIe Gen 5 lanes provide bandwidth headroom for future storage devices.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i7-13790F (Raptor Lake, 16 cores, 24 threads) with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti (Ampere, 10752 shading units, 24 GB GDDR6X). The combined percentile of 94 places this system in the top 6% of all tracked desktop configurations, indicating a high-performance pairing suitable for demanding applications.

The CPU's 93rd percentile and GPU's 95th percentile rankings are closely matched, contributing to the system's overall balance. The processor's Raptor Lake architecture and 10 nm process node deliver strong single-thread and multi-thread performance, while the GPU's Ampere architecture with 84 RT cores and 336 tensor cores provides comprehensive graphics and compute capabilities.

This pairing occupies the upper tier of desktop performance, positioned between mainstream configurations and extreme enthusiast builds. The CPU's performance relative to competitors like the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX (-0.1% delta) and AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G (-0.4% delta) shows it remains competitive with newer processors, while the GPU's performance relative to the NVIDIA L4 (+0.7% delta) and RTX 4000 Ada Generation (-2.4% delta) indicates it holds its own against professional-grade graphics solutions.

Who Should Build It

This system targets users who require high performance across both CPU-intensive and GPU-intensive workloads. Gamers playing at 1440p or 4K resolutions with ultra settings will benefit from the GPU's 95th percentile performance and 24 GB VRAM, which handles high-resolution textures and modern graphics effects. The CPU's single-thread performance ensures consistent frame pacing in CPU-bound scenarios.

Content creators working with video editing, 3D rendering, or large image processing tasks will find the combination of the CPU's multi-core performance (Cinebench R23 35404) and the GPU's compute capabilities (40.00 TFLOPS FP32) well-suited to their workflows. The 24 GB VRAM provides headroom for large scenes and high-resolution textures in 3D applications.

Software developers compiling large codebases will benefit from the CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads, while the Passmark data compression score of 567473 indicates efficient handling of build artifacts. The system also supports virtualization workloads, though the lack of ECC memory may be a consideration for mission-critical server applications.

Students in engineering, computer science, or digital media programs would find this system capable of handling coursework demands, though it exceeds the requirements for typical student work. Small business workstations running simulation software, CAD applications, or data analysis tools would benefit from the CPU's multi-thread performance and the GPU's compute capabilities, though the power requirements (450 W GPU TDP, 850 W suggested PSU) should be considered for office environments.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is built on the Ampere architecture using the GA102 chip, manufactured on Samsung's 8 nm process node. The chip contains 28,300 million transistors on a 628 mm² die, with a transistor density of 45.1M per mm². The GPU operates at a base clock of 1560 MHz and a boost clock of 1860 MHz, with memory running at 1313 MHz (21 Gbps effective).

The memory subsystem consists of 24 GB of GDDR6X on a 384-bit bus, providing 1.01 TB/s of bandwidth. This substantial memory capacity and bandwidth support high-resolution gaming, large datasets for compute workloads, and professional applications that require extensive VRAM. The GPU includes 10752 shading units, 336 TMUs, and 112 ROPs, with pixel rate of 208.3 GPixel/s and texture rate of 625.0 GTexel/s.

The 84 RT cores and 336 tensor cores provide dedicated hardware for ray tracing and AI-accelerated workloads. The FP32 performance of 40.00 TFLOPS and FP16 performance of 40.00 TFLOPS (1:1 ratio) indicate balanced compute capability across precision levels. The GPU supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, ensuring compatibility with modern graphics APIs.

The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5741 demonstrates strong DirectX 12 performance, while Geekbench scores of 174441 (OpenCL) and 215633 (Vulkan) show robust compute performance across different APIs. The GPU's 95th percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 131938 place it among the top graphics cards, with nearest rivals including the NVIDIA L4 (+0.7% delta) and RTX 4000 Ada Generation (-2.4% delta). The display outputs include 1x HDMI 2.1 and 3x DisplayPort 1.4a, supporting multiple high-resolution monitors.

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