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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13790F + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010

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Top 13% of systems. Excellent for 1440p Ultra or 4K High gaming.

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System Balance Analysis

CPU vs GPU performance ratio
Well Balanced
CPU
96%
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GPU
79%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13790F

63,080 Benchmark Score
Top 4% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010

2,893 Benchmark Score
Top 21% Market Ranking
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0-30
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30-60
High-End
60-85
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85-100
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Performance Tiers Explained

90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

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70-89

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1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

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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

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0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

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The Intel Core i7-13790F paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 is a stark study in imbalance. The processor is a high-end, 16-core desktop part that sits in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, while the graphics card is a low-power, entry-level solution that lands in just the 18th percentile of all GPUs. This combination results in a system where the CPU is overwhelmingly the dominant component, and the GPU will be the limiting factor in virtually every graphics-intensive task. The data indicates that this is not a balanced gaming rig, but rather a workstation-oriented platform with a basic display output capability. This analysis will quantify that disparity using the benchmark scores, architectural details, and performance percentiles provided.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The foundation of this build is the Intel Core i7-13790F, which is built on the Raptor Lake architecture and uses the Intel Socket 1700. This socket supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, offering flexibility in choosing a memory kit based on budget and availability, though the memory bus is dual-channel. The platform provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU, ensuring high-bandwidth connectivity for modern NVMe storage and expansion cards. The CPU has a TDP of 65 W, which is a modest figure for a 16-core processor, indicating that a wide range of air coolers and entry-level liquid coolers would be sufficient to manage thermals.

The power supply headroom for the entire system is dictated by the GPU, which has a suggested PSU of 250 W. The RTX 4010 itself has a TDP of only 50 W and requires no power connectors, drawing all its power from the PCIe slot. This means the overall system power draw is remarkably low, and a high-quality 250 W power supply would technically be sufficient, though most users would opt for a bit more headroom for other components. The CPU's 65 W TDP combined with the GPU's 50 W TDP suggests a total system draw that is far below what is typical for a desktop with a 16-core CPU, making this an exceptionally power-efficient platform.

The most sensible next upgrade for this platform is a more capable GPU. The CPU's performance headroom is immense, as indicated by its 93rd percentile ranking. A user could replace the RTX 4010 with a significantly more powerful graphics card without any concern about the CPU becoming a bottleneck. The PCIe 4.0 x8 interface on the GPU is a potential limitation for future high-end cards, but for most mid-range options, the bandwidth is sufficient. The platform itself, with its support for DDR5 and PCIe Gen 5, is future-proofed for storage and memory, but the GPU is the clear weak link that should be addressed first if the user's needs shift toward gaming or GPU-accelerated workloads. The CPU's unlocked multiplier is false, so overclocking is not an option, but the high boost clock of 5.20 GHz already provides strong single-thread performance out of the box.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this exact combination, and the `dataIsMeasured` field is false. Therefore, all gaming performance figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and the known capabilities of the components. The GPU's benchmark results are particularly telling: it scores 2893 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, which places it in the 18th percentile of all GPUs. This is an exceptionally low score, indicating that the RTX 4010 is not designed for modern AAA gaming at high settings.

For gaming, the estimates are heavily skewed by the GPU's limitations. At 1080p resolution with ultra settings, this system would struggle to maintain playable frame rates in most modern titles. The GPU's 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus with 96.00 GB/s bandwidth is a severe constraint, likely causing texture pop-in and stuttering in games that require more than 4 GB of VRAM. The GPU has 768 shading units and a boost clock of 1762 MHz, yielding an FP32 performance of 2.706 TFLOPS, which is on par with entry-level discrete graphics from several generations ago. Frame rates in esports titles like Counter-Strike or Valorant might be acceptable at lower settings, but for any visually demanding game, the experience would be poor.

The CPU, on the other hand, is more than capable of handling gaming workloads. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4998 and Passmark single-thread score of 4212 indicate excellent per-core performance, which is crucial for game logic and physics. However, the GPU will bottleneck the frame rate so severely that the CPU's gaming headroom is entirely wasted. The estimated FPS for this system in a game like Cyberpunk 2077 at 1080p ultra would likely be in the low 20s, while a lighter game like Fortnite might reach the 40s on lower presets. These estimates are based on the GPU's 18th percentile standing, which is comparable to very old or low-end parts, and the sheer gap between the CPU's and GPU's performance tiers.

FAQ

Q: Does this system support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i7-13790F supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, as listed in the memory support field. It features a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: What is the power requirement for this build?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 has a TDP of 50 W and a suggested PSU of 250 W. The CPU has a TDP of 65 W. The GPU does not require any power connectors.

Q: How does the CPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The CPU has an average benchmark score of 63080. It is 0.1% slower than the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX, 0.4% faster than the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185, 0.4% slower than the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G, and 0.5% faster than the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The GPU has an average benchmark score of 2893. It is 0.5% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB, 0.6% slower than the NVIDIA RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell SFF, 0.7% slower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB, and 1% slower than the NVIDIA Quadro P600.

Q: Is this a desktop or laptop build?

A: The build class is specified as "desktop". The CPU is an Intel Socket 1700 part, and the GPU is a single-slot, low-profile card, but both are designed for desktop systems.

Q: What is the CPU's socket type?

A: The CPU uses the Intel Socket 1700, which is the platform for 12th and 13th generation Intel Core processors.

Q: What is the GPU's memory bandwidth?

A: The GPU has a memory bandwidth of 96.00 GB/s, utilizing 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data paints a very clear picture of a system in severe imbalance. The CPU is a high-performance part, ranking in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, while the GPU ranks in only the 18th percentile of all GPUs. This means the GPU is the definitive bottleneck for any workload that involves graphics rendering, 3D acceleration, or GPU compute. In gaming, the frame rate will be dictated almost entirely by the RTX 4010, and the CPU will be left waiting at idle for the GPU to catch up.

The benchmark scores quantify this gap. The CPU's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 35404 demonstrates immense parallel processing power, while the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 2893 is a fraction of what a modern mid-range card would achieve. For CPU-bound tasks like software compilation, data compression, or physics simulations, the system will perform exceptionally well, as the Passmark scores for data compression (567473) and integer math (151416) suggest. However, for GPU-bound tasks like gaming, video encoding (if not using the CPU), or 3D rendering, the system will falter.

The FPS scaling in games would be directly proportional to the GPU's lowly 18th percentile standing. Even if the CPU can deliver high frame times, the GPU cannot keep up with the render queue. In a scenario where a balanced system might see a 50% FPS increase from a CPU upgrade, this system would see almost no change because the GPU is the limiting factor. The only way to rebalance this system is to replace the GPU with a higher-performing model, as the CPU has ample headroom to support a much more powerful graphics card without becoming the new bottleneck.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i7-13790F delivers exceptional benchmark scores that place it firmly in the high-end tier. Its average benchmark score is 63080, which places it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. In Cinebench R23, it scores 35404 in multi-core and 4998 in single-core, showing strong performance in both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads. The Passmark multithread score of 44737 and single-thread score of 4212 reinforce this, indicating a processor that can handle anything from 3D rendering to everyday responsiveness with ease. Its closest rivals are all within a 0.5% performance delta, including the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G, proving it is a competitive part even against newer architectures.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010 presents a stark contrast. Its only benchmark result is a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2893, which lands it in the 18th percentile of all GPUs. This is a very low score, and its nearest rivals include the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16 GB, which is only 0.5% faster, and the NVIDIA Quadro P600, which is 1% slower. This suggests the RTX 4010 is not a gaming card but rather a low-profile, low-power card intended for basic display output or specific professional applications. Its performance is a fraction of what the CPU can deliver, creating a massive chasm in the combined picture.

The combined percentile for this build is 56, which is a middling score that reflects the imbalance. The CPU is dragging the average up, while the GPU is pulling it down. The overall picture is that of a powerhouse CPU paired with a display adapter, rather than a cohesive gaming or workstation machine. The user gets incredible computational power for tasks that do not rely on the GPU, but the GPU's performance is so low that it negates the CPU's strengths in any graphics-related workload.

Who Should Build It

This system is not for gamers. The GPU's 18th percentile ranking makes it unsuitable for modern gaming at any reasonable resolution or quality setting. The target user for this build is a professional or enthusiast who requires massive CPU compute power but has minimal GPU acceleration needs. A software developer compiling large codebases would benefit from the CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads, as indicated by the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 35404. Data scientists working on CPU-bound algorithms would also find the Passmark integer math score of 151416 and floating-point math score of 110512 to be highly advantageous.

Students in computer science or engineering fields would appreciate the CPU's power for running simulations or compiling projects, and the low power draw of the GPU (50 W) combined with the CPU's 65 W TDP makes for an energy-efficient machine that is cheap to run. For small business workstations that run database queries or financial modeling, the CPU's Passmark data compression score of 567473 and encryption score of 31703 are indicative of strong performance in these areas. The system can also serve as a capable CPU-based rendering node for 3D artists, where the GPU is not used for rendering but for display output only.

Content creators who rely primarily on CPU-based encoding, such as those using x264 or x265 codecs, would also find this build useful, as the CPU's multicore performance is excellent. However, any creator who uses GPU-accelerated effects in software like Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve would be severely disappointed by the RTX 4010's performance. The build is best suited for users who understand that the GPU is a placeholder for basic display and will likely upgrade it in the future.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: This scenario is not viable. The RTX 4010's 18th percentile ranking and 2.706 TFLOPS FP32 performance are far too low to drive high-refresh-rate monitors in modern games. The CPU could handle the frame pacing, but the GPU would be unable to produce the frames, resulting in low FPS and poor 1% lows.

Streaming: Streaming typically involves CPU encoding via x264 or GPU encoding via NVENC. The CPU has more than enough power for x264 streaming at high quality, given its 35404 Cinebench R23 multicore score. However, the GPU's lack of performance would make gaming and streaming simultaneously impossible, as the game itself would run poorly.

Video Editing: This is a mixed bag. The CPU's strong single-core score of 4998 in Cinebench R23 will handle timeline scrubbing and effects processing well. However, the GPU would be a significant hindrance for any GPU-accelerated effects, color grading, or rendering in modern editors. The 4 GB VRAM and 96.00 GB/s bandwidth are insufficient for 4K video work.

3D Rendering: For CPU-based rendering engines like V-Ray or Arnold, this system is a powerhouse. The CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads will render scenes quickly. However, GPU-based renderers like Octane or Redshift would be almost useless, as the RTX 4010's 6 RT cores and low compute power would result in extremely slow render times.

Software Development: This is an ideal scenario. The CPU's high Passmark single-thread score of 4212 ensures fast compilation times for single-file builds, while the multicore score of 44737 in Passmark multithread will accelerate parallel builds. The GPU is irrelevant for most development tasks, making this a perfect fit.

Student and Office Work: This system is overkill for typical office tasks like word processing and spreadsheets, but the CPU's power ensures that any complex data analysis or statistical computing in tools like MATLAB or R will be exceptionally fast. The low power draw of the entire system is a benefit for dorm rooms or shared offices.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class build combining the Intel Core i7-13790F and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4010. The CPU is a 16-core Raptor Lake processor with a 93rd percentile ranking, while the GPU is an Ampere-based card with an 18th percentile ranking. The combined percentile of 56 reflects the massive performance chasm between the two components.

Overall, this is a system with a high-end CPU and an entry-level GPU. It is not a balanced gaming rig nor a typical workstation. Rather, it is a CPU-centric platform where the GPU serves as a basic output device. The data suggests that this is a niche configuration, most likely built for users who need maximum CPU compute power and plan to install a more powerful GPU later, or for those with very specific workloads that are entirely CPU-bound. The RTX 4010's low TDP of 50 W and single-slot design make it a low-profile addition, but its performance is a bottleneck that cannot be ignored.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13790F is a 16-core, 24-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm². It has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, with a TDP of 65 W. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 33 MB of L3 cache. This configuration gives it exceptional performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads.

The benchmark results confirm its high-end status. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 35404 is a strong indicator of its ability to handle heavily threaded tasks like 3D rendering, video encoding, and scientific simulations. The single-core score of 4998 is equally impressive, ensuring snappy responsiveness and high performance in games and applications that rely on a few fast cores. The Passmark scores further break down its capabilities: the integer math score of 151416 and floating-point score of 110512 show robust arithmetic performance, while the data compression score of 567473 indicates excellent performance for archiving and database workloads.

In real-world terms, this CPU will not be a bottleneck for any application. Its 93rd percentile ranking puts it ahead of the vast majority of processors on the market, and its nearest rivals are all newer parts that are within 0.5% of its performance. For the user, this means that the CPU will handle any task thrown at it, from compiling large software projects to rendering complex 3D scenes, without breaking a sweat. The only limitation in this build is the GPU, not the CPU.