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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13790F + NVIDIA RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

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System Balance Analysis

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CPU

96%

GPU

99%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13790F

63,080 Benchmark Score

Top 4% Market Ranking

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NVIDIA RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

117,088 Benchmark Score

Top 1% Market Ranking

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0-30

Mid-Range

30-60

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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

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

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30-49

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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

This is a desktop pairing of the Intel Core i7-13790F and the NVIDIA RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation. The CPU sits in the 93rd percentile of all processors, while the GPU occupies the 95th percentile of all graphics cards, yielding a combined percentile of 94. The data shows a high-tier workstation and gaming combination, but no measured FPS rows exist for this exact pairing, so all frame rate discussions are estimates derived from the benchmark scores rather than direct observations.

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

The RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation is built on the AD104 chip using TSMC's 5 nm process, packing 35,800 million transistors into a 294 mm² die. The GPU runs at a base clock of 720 MHz and boosts to 1560 MHz, with memory clocked at 1750 MHz for 14 Gbps effective throughput. The 20 GB of GDDR6 memory sits on a 160-bit bus, delivering 280.0 GB/s of bandwidth — a configuration that prioritizes capacity for large datasets over raw speed, which is typical for workstation-class accelerators.

The compute configuration includes 6144 shading units, 192 texture mapping units, and 64 raster operation processors. The 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores provide hardware acceleration for ray tracing and AI workloads, respectively. Pixel rate reaches 99.84 GPixel/s, texture rate hits 299.5 GTexel/s, and FP32 throughput is 19.17 TFLOPS with FP16 matching at a 1:1 ratio. This is a power-efficient design, with a TDP of just 70 W and no power connectors required, drawing entirely from the PCIe slot.

In the Geekbench OpenCL test, the GPU scores 124812, and in Geekbench Vulkan it scores 109364. The OpenCL score being roughly 14% higher than Vulkan suggests the card is well-optimized for compute-heavy rendering workloads that leverage OpenCL, such as 3D rendering and scientific simulation. The Vulkan score, while lower, still indicates strong performance for real-time graphics APIs. The GPU's percentile of 95 places it above the vast majority of graphics cards, with its nearest rival being the NVIDIA GB10 at a deltaPct of -0.3, meaning the RTX 4000 SFF is essentially tied with that part. The AMD Radeon PRO W7700 is 1.6% ahead, while the NVIDIA Tesla V100 SXM2 16 GB trails by 2.4% and the RTX A5500 Mobile by 2.8%.

For rendering tasks, the 20 GB VRAM is a standout feature, allowing large scenes and high-resolution textures to reside entirely in memory. The 280.0 GB/s bandwidth, while modest compared to higher-end cards, is sufficient for the 160-bit bus and keeps power consumption minimal. The RT cores enable hardware-accelerated ray tracing, and the tensor cores accelerate denoising and AI-based upscaling. The 70 W TDP means this card can fit into small form factor builds without additional power cabling, making it a versatile option for compact workstations.

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

The combined picture is one of a balanced, high-end desktop system. The CPU achieves an average benchmark score of 63080, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are tightly clustered: the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX scores 63173 (0.1% ahead), the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G scores 63331 (0.4% ahead), the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 scores 62839 (0.4% behind), and the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX scores 62738 (0.5% behind). This indicates the i7-13790F sits squarely in a competitive mid-to-high tier, with no single rival having a decisive advantage.

The GPU's average benchmark score is 117088, placing it in the 95th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals show a similar clustering: the NVIDIA GB10 scores 117393 (0.3% ahead), the AMD Radeon PRO W7700 scores 118976 (1.6% ahead), the NVIDIA Tesla V100 SXM2 16 GB scores 114395 (2.4% behind), and the NVIDIA RTX A5500 Mobile scores 113944 (2.8% behind). The GPU is effectively at parity with its closest competitor and only modestly behind the Radeon PRO W7700.

When combined, the CPU's 93rd percentile and GPU's 95th percentile yield a combined percentile of 94, suggesting that neither component dramatically bottlenecks the other. The CPU is slightly less exceptional than the GPU relative to their respective markets, but the gap is small. In CPU-heavy tasks like Cinebench R23 multi-core, the i7-13790F scores 35404, while single-core reaches 4998. The GPU's Geekbench scores of 124812 (OpenCL) and 109364 (Vulkan) indicate strong compute and graphics performance. The data suggests a system that can handle demanding multi-threaded workloads and high-end graphics tasks without one component consistently holding the other back.

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

The Intel Core i7-13790F is a Raptor Lake-S desktop processor on the 10 nm Intel process node, with a die size of 257 mm². It has 16 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with PCIe Gen 5 providing 20 lanes from the CPU.

In Cinebench R15, the multi-core score is 3568 and single-core is 503. Moving to R20, multi-core rises to 14869 and single-core to 2099. The R23 results show multi-core at 35404 and single-core at 4998. These scores indicate strong scaling from R15 to R23, with multi-core performance improving by roughly 10x from R15 to R23, while single-core improves by about 10x as well. This scaling is typical for a modern high-core-count processor.

The Passmark suite reveals specific workload characteristics. Multi-thread score is 44737, with integer math at 151416 and floating-point math at 110512. Data compression scores 567473, while encryption hits 31703 and extended instructions reach 34828. Physics scores 3017, and random string sorting achieves 58607. Single-thread performance is 4212. The find prime numbers score is a low 207, which is unusual and may reflect a specific algorithmic inefficiency, but other integer-heavy tasks like integer math and data compression show robust performance.

The 16-core, 24-thread configuration is well-suited for multi-threaded workloads such as video rendering, software compilation, and scientific simulations. The 5.20 GHz boost clock provides strong single-thread performance for tasks like gaming and application responsiveness. The 33 MB L3 cache is substantial, helping to keep frequently accessed data close to the cores. The 65 W TDP is relatively low for a 16-core part, indicating efficient power management. The CPU's percentile of 93 and its tight clustering with rivals suggests it is a mature, well-balanced design rather than a leader or laggard in any specific metric.

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 data for this CPU+GPU combination, so all gaming performance figures are estimates derived from benchmark scores rather than direct measurements. The GPU's Geekbench Vulkan score of 109364 and OpenCL score of 124812, combined with the CPU's strong single-thread Cinebench R23 score of 4998, suggest a system capable of high-refresh gaming at 1080p and 1440p, with playable frame rates at 4K for many titles.

In Vulkan-based games, the GPU's 95th percentile position indicates it outperforms the vast majority of graphics cards. The RTX 4000 SFF's 20 GB VRAM is ample for ultra textures at high resolutions, and the 48 RT cores provide hardware ray tracing support. The 70 W TDP and 250 W suggested PSU mean the system can be built without a high-wattage power supply, which is advantageous for compact gaming builds.

For competitive esports titles at 1080p, the CPU's single-thread performance (4212 in Passmark single-thread) and the GPU's rasterization throughput should deliver frame rates well above 144 Hz in most scenarios. At 1440p, the GPU becomes more of a factor, but the 19.17 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 299.5 GTexel/s texture rate indicate strong pixel-pushing capability. At 4K, the 280.0 GB/s memory bandwidth may become a limitation, potentially capping frame rates in memory-intensive scenes, but the 20 GB VRAM prevents capacity-related stuttering. The estimates suggest a system that excels at high-refresh 1080p and 1440p gaming, with capable but not top-tier 4K performance.

Usage Scenarios — grounded in the scores: high-refresh gaming, streaming, video editing, 3D rendering, software development, student and office work. One short paragraph per scenario, citing the numbers that support the verdict

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4998 and the GPU's 95th percentile position indicate strong performance for 1080p and 1440p high-refresh gaming. The GPU's 19.17 TFLOPS of FP32 throughput and the CPU's 5.20 GHz boost clock combine to minimize bottlenecks, and the 20 GB VRAM ensures texture-heavy scenes do not cause stutters. Estimated frame rates should exceed 144 Hz in most esports and many AAA titles at 1080p.

Streaming: The CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads (Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35404) provide ample headroom for encoding and gameplay simultaneously. The Passmark multi-thread score of 44737 indicates strong parallel processing, while the GPU's tensor cores can offload AI-based encoding tasks. The 70 W GPU TDP keeps overall system power low, reducing thermal buildup during long streaming sessions.

Video editing: The combination of the CPU's multi-core strength (35404 in R23 multi-core) and the GPU's OpenCL score of 124812 accelerates timeline rendering and effect processing. The 20 GB VRAM allows large 4K and 8K preview buffers, while the 280.0 GB/s bandwidth handles high-bitrate footage. The CPU's 33 MB L3 cache reduces latency for codec-heavy workflows, and the dual-channel DDR5 support provides additional memory bandwidth.

3D rendering: The GPU's 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores, combined with 19.17 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, make this a capable renderer for ray-traced scenes. The 20 GB VRAM is a key advantage, allowing complex scenes to fit in memory. The CPU's multi-core score of 35404 in R23 handles geometry processing and simulation, while the OpenCL score of 124812 indicates strong GPU compute for render engines that leverage it.

Software development: The CPU's 24 threads and Passmark integer math score of 151416 accelerate compilation of large codebases. The data compression score of 567473 helps with build artifacts and source control operations. The 65 W TDP and 250 W suggested PSU allow for a compact, power-efficient development workstation, and the 20 GB VRAM supports running multiple virtual machines or local AI models.

Student and office work: The CPU's 93rd percentile and single-thread score of 4212 in Passmark ensure snappy application responsiveness for productivity suites. The GPU's 70 W TDP and no power connectors mean this system can use a small form factor case and a modest 250 W power supply, making it easy to fit in a dorm room or office. The 20 GB VRAM is overkill for office tasks but future-proofs for CAD or data visualization coursework.

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

The Intel Core i7-13790F uses the Intel Socket 1700, which is shared with other 13th Gen and 12th Gen processors, providing a clear upgrade path within the same platform. The CPU supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, so users can choose between existing DDR4 modules or newer DDR5 for higher bandwidth, though the dual-channel configuration limits maximum throughput. PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU allows for high-speed NVMe SSDs and future GPUs, though the current GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16, which is backward compatible.

The GPU's 70 W TDP and the suggested PSU of 250 W indicate significant headroom for system expansion. A typical desktop build with this pairing would draw well under 250 W under load, leaving room for additional storage, fans, or peripherals. The GPU requires no power connectors, simplifying cable management. The CPU's 65 W TDP is also modest, meaning a 250 W power supply is sufficient for the entire system, but upgrading to a higher-wattage PSU would allow for future GPU upgrades that require external power.

The most sensible next upgrade is a GPU with higher memory bandwidth, as the 280.0 GB/s is the primary limitation for 4K gaming and large data workloads. The 20 GB VRAM is already generous, so a card with 384-bit or wider bus would provide more throughput. Alternatively, upgrading the CPU to a higher-core-count 13th Gen part (if one fits the socket and TDP budget) would improve multi-threaded performance, though the current 16-core configuration is already strong. The platform's PCIe Gen 5 support means a future GPU utilizing that interface would be compatible, though the current card's PCIe 4.0 x16 is not bottlenecked.

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

In this pairing, the CPU and GPU are closely matched, with the GPU's 95th percentile slightly ahead of the CPU's 93rd percentile. This suggests that in GPU-bound workloads like 4K gaming, the GPU will be the primary limiter, while in CPU-bound tasks like physics simulation or heavy compilation, the CPU will cap performance. The combined percentile of 94 indicates a balanced system where neither component is dramatically underpowered relative to the other.

For gaming at 1080p, the CPU's single-thread performance (4998 in R23 single-core) is likely sufficient to feed the GPU, meaning the GPU becomes the limiting factor. At 4K, the GPU's 280.0 GB/s memory bandwidth may constrain frame rates, as the 160-bit bus is narrow for such high resolutions. The CPU's multi-core score of 35404 in R23 suggests it can handle background tasks while gaming without causing FPS drops.

In compute workloads, the GPU's OpenCL score of 124812 and FP32 of 19.17 TFLOPS make it the dominant processor for parallel tasks, while the CPU's 24 threads and integer math score of 151416 lead in serial and branch-heavy code. The data shows that for mixed workloads like video editing, the CPU and GPU will alternate as the bottleneck depending on the specific operation. The tight clustering of rivals (all within 0.5% for the CPU and 2.8% for the GPU) indicates there is no single weak point that would cause a severe imbalance.

FAQ — 5-7 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Q: What is the CPU's core and thread count?

A: The Intel Core i7-13790F has 16 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz.

Q: How much VRAM does the RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation have?

A: The GPU has 20 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 160-bit bus, providing 280.0 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What is the GPU's TDP and suggested power supply?

A: The GPU has a TDP of 70 W and requires no power connectors, with a suggested PSU of 250 W.

Q: What is the CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score?

A: The CPU achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35404 and a single-core score of 4998.

Q: Which API does the GPU perform better in?

A: The GPU scores 124812 in Geekbench OpenCL and 109364 in Geekbench Vulkan, indicating roughly 14% better performance in OpenCL.

Q: What memory types does the CPU support?

A: The CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration.

Q: What is the GPU's transistor count and process node?

A: The GPU is built on TSMC's 5 nm process with 35,800 million transistors on a 294 mm² die.

Who Should Build It — target users and industries (gamers at specific resolutions, content creators, developers, students, small business workstations) tied strictly to the measured performance

This build targets gamers at 1080p and 1440p who want high refresh rates, given the CPU's single-thread score of 4212 in Passmark and the GPU's 95th percentile. The 20 GB VRAM also makes it suitable for 4K gaming at moderate settings, though memory bandwidth may be a limiting factor. Content creators in video editing and 3D rendering will benefit from the CPU's 24 threads (35404 in R23 multi-core) and the GPU's OpenCL score of 124812, which accelerate both CPU and GPU-based render engines.

Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the CPU's integer math score of 151416 and 24 threads, which reduce build times. Students and small business workstations can leverage the 65 W CPU TDP and 70 W GPU TDP to build a compact, power-efficient system that fits a 250 W PSU. The lack of power connectors on the GPU simplifies builds in small form factor cases, making this a versatile option for users who need workstation-class performance without the bulk of larger cards.

The 4x mini-DisplayPort 1.4a outputs support multi-monitor setups, which is valuable for financial analysts, designers, and developers who need multiple displays. The GPU's 48 RT cores and 192 tensor cores provide hardware acceleration for ray tracing and AI workloads, making it suitable for architects using ray-traced visualizations or researchers running AI inference models. The 20 GB VRAM accommodates large datasets in scientific computing, and the 250 W PSU requirement allows for a wide range of case and PSU choices.

Build Overview — what this CPU+GPU pairing is, its class (desktop/laptop from buildClass), and overall tier from the percentiles

This is a desktop-class build pairing the Intel Core i7-13790F with the NVIDIA RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation. The CPU sits in the 93rd percentile of all processors, and the GPU in the 95th percentile of all GPUs, giving a combined percentile of 94. This places the system in the upper tier of desktop configurations, suitable for demanding gaming, content creation, and professional workstation tasks.

The CPU's 16 cores and 24 threads, combined with the GPU's 20 GB VRAM and 19.17 TFLOPS of FP32 performance, create a system that excels in both multi-threaded compute and graphics-intensive workloads. The 65 W CPU TDP and 70 W GPU TDP make it one of the more power-efficient high-performance pairings, with a suggested PSU of just 250 W. The combination of the 93rd and 95th percentiles indicates a balanced, high-tier system that is neither CPU-limited nor GPU-limited in most scenarios, making it a versatile choice for users who need strong performance across a wide range of applications without the power and space requirements of higher-end components.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13790F + NVIDIA RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

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System Balance Analysis

Intel Core i7-13790F

NVIDIA RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

Market Position

Game Performance Benchmarks

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

Performance Insights

Optimal Performance

4K Gaming Ready

Performance Tiers Explained

Ultimate

High-End

Mid-Range

Entry Level

Legacy

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

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

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

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)

Usage Scenarios — grounded in the scores: high-refresh gaming, streaming, video editing, 3D rendering, software development, student and office work. One short paragraph per scenario, citing the numbers that support the verdict

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

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

FAQ — 5-7 Q&A pairs answerable from FACT PACK data

Who Should Build It — target users and industries (gamers at specific resolutions, content creators, developers, students, small business workstations) tied strictly to the measured performance

Build Overview — what this CPU+GPU pairing is, its class (desktop/laptop from buildClass), and overall tier from the percentiles

4K Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1440p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

1080p Gaming Performance

Cyberpunk 2077

Red Dead Redemption 2

Microsoft Flight Simulator

Control

Call of Duty: Warzone

Fortnite

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