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Rate My PC: Intel Core i7-13800H + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile

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Top 7% 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
91%
VS
GPU
96%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i7-13800H

34,988 Benchmark Score
Top 9% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile

45,152 Benchmark Score
Top 4% 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

This analysis examines the Intel Core i7-13800H paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile, a laptop configuration that combines a high-end 13th-generation CPU with a top-tier current-generation GPU. The data indicates a system positioned at the 84th percentile for both components, suggesting a capable machine for demanding workloads. Note that no measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination in the FACT PACK; all frame rate discussion is estimated from the benchmark scores provided.

FAQ

Q: How does the Core i7-13800H compare to its closest rivals in overall CPU performance?

A: The Core i7-13800H has an average benchmark score of 34988, placing it at the 84th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest rival, the Intel Core i9-12900HX, scores 35003, a delta of 0%. Other rivals include the Intel Core 7 253PTE (34962, 0.1% faster) and the Intel Core i5-14500HX (35094, 0.3% slower). This places the i7-13800H in a tightly contested performance bracket where the differences are marginal.

Q: What is the performance tier of the RTX 5090 Mobile GPU?

A: The RTX 5090 Mobile scores an average of 45152, placing it at the 84th percentile of all GPUs. It is roughly on par with the AMD Radeon Pro 5500 XT (45384, 0.5% higher) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti (44795, 0.8% lower). The data shows it sits above the Intel Arc A730M (45592, 1% higher) and the NVIDIA RTX 5880 Ada Generation (45972, 1.8% higher) in this metric.

Q: What kind of memory and storage does the CPU support?

A: The Intel Core i7-13800H supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 connectivity with 8 lanes. The processor also includes integrated graphics in the form of Iris Xe Graphics 96EU, which can be useful for troubleshooting or power-saving tasks.

Q: What are the key specifications of the RTX 5090 Mobile's memory subsystem?

A: The GPU features 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 256-bit bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 896.0 GB/s. The memory clock is listed as 1750 MHz with 28 Gbps effective transfer rate. This large memory pool and high bandwidth are suited for high-resolution textures and compute-heavy tasks.

Q: Is the CPU or the GPU the limiting factor in gaming performance?

A: Based on the benchmark scores, the GPU is likely the primary driver for gaming frame rates, given its high compute scores (e.g., 30034 in Passmark G3D). The CPU's performance, while strong at the 84th percentile, is more likely to be a limiting factor in scenarios requiring high single-thread performance or in CPU-bound titles, though its 2591 score in Cinebench R23 single-core indicates it is not a weak link.

Q: What is the physical and power profile of this configuration?

A: The build class is a laptop. The CPU has a TDP of 45 W, and the GPU has a TDP of 95 W. The GPU is an IGP (Integrated Graphics Processor) form factor with no power connectors, meaning it is designed to be soldered onto the motherboard and powered through the laptop's main power delivery system.

Q: What are the CPU's core and thread counts?

A: The Intel Core i7-13800H is a 14-core processor capable of handling 20 threads simultaneously. This configuration, typical of Intel's hybrid architecture, combines performance and efficiency cores to balance heavy workloads with lighter tasks.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data presents a system where the CPU and GPU are both strong performers, but their relative strengths point to different bottleneck scenarios. The CPU's Passmark single-thread score is 3543, and its Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 18358, placing it at the 84th percentile. The GPU's Passmark G3D score is 30034, and its 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 5871, also at the 84th percentile. Since both components are at the same percentile, the system is generally well-balanced for most tasks.

However, bottleneck analysis requires looking at specific workload types. The GPU's massive FP32 throughput of 31.80 TFLOPS and 24 GB of VRAM indicate that in graphically intensive scenarios at high resolutions and detail settings, the RTX 5090 Mobile will be the dominant factor. The CPU's 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 20 threads should be sufficient to feed the GPU in most games, but in esports titles at lower resolutions where CPU single-thread performance is key, the i7-13800H might be the limiting factor. The data shows the CPU's Cinebench R23 single-core score is 2591, which is good, but not exceptional compared to the multi-core might.

For productivity, the balance shifts. The CPU's strong multi-threaded scores (1850 in Cinebench R15 multi-core) can handle compilation and rendering tasks, but the GPU's compute capabilities (13401 in Passmark GPU Compute) will accelerate tasks like video encoding or 3D rendering that can use CUDA or other GPU acceleration. In such mixed workloads, the system is well-balanced, with neither component likely to cause a significant stall. The lack of measured FPS data means we cannot pinpoint exact frame rate bottlenecks, but the percentile alignment suggests a synergistic pairing.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The foundation of this platform is the Intel Core i7-13800H, which uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket. This is a mobile, soldered processor, meaning the CPU itself is not upgradeable. The platform supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, allowing for a choice between memory types depending on the laptop's motherboard design. The CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 8 lanes for direct CPU-attached devices, which is typically used for the primary NVMe SSD.

The GPU is an IGP (Integrated Graphics Processor) form factor, indicating it is also soldered to the motherboard and not upgradeable. The RTX 5090 Mobile has a TDP of 95 W, and the system will require a power delivery system capable of handling the combined load of the 45 W CPU and the 95 W GPU. The suggested PSU is null, meaning the power requirements are dependent on the specific laptop chassis and its power brick. The GPU's bus interface is PCIe 5.0 x16, which is the current standard and provides ample bandwidth.

A sensible next upgrade for this system is limited by the laptop form factor. Since the CPU and GPU are not replaceable, the primary upgrade path is increasing memory capacity or speed (up to the limits of the dual-channel controller) and upgrading storage via the PCIe Gen 5 x4 or x8 lanes. Users should look for laptops with a robust cooling solution to sustain the combined TDP of 140 W, as thermal headroom will dictate sustained performance. The launch MSRP of the CPU is $457, which gives a sense of its tier, but the overall system cost is dependent on the laptop manufacturer.

Usage Scenarios

High-Refresh Gaming: The RTX 5090 Mobile is built for this. With 31.80 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and a Passmark G3D score of 30034, it can drive high frame rates at 1440p and 4K. The CPU's single-thread score of 3543 in Passmark ensures that it can keep up with the GPU in most titles, though esports at very high refresh rates may be more CPU-bound. The 24 GB of VRAM provides future-proofing for high-resolution textures.

Streaming: The CPU's 14 cores and 20 threads (Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18358) provide ample headroom for software encoding, but the GPU's NVENC hardware (implied by its RT/tensor cores) is more efficient. The GPU's 328 tensor cores can handle AI-accelerated encoding and streaming enhancements without impacting the game's frame rate significantly. This pairing is excellent for a single-PC streaming setup.

Video Editing: This workload benefits from both components. The CPU's multi-core strength (Passmark multithread score of 26545) handles timeline scrubbing and effects processing, while the GPU accelerates rendering and export via CUDA. The 24 GB VRAM is particularly useful for large 4K or 8K timelines and complex effects layers. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 201834 indicates strong compute capability for GPU-accelerated effects.

3D Rendering: The GPU is the star here. Its 10496 shading units and 328 tensor cores give it massive compute throughput (31.80 TFLOPS) for ray tracing and AI denoising. The 82 RT cores are dedicated to ray-traced workloads. The CPU's 14 cores will handle scene preparation and physics calculations, but the final render times will be dictated primarily by the GPU's performance.

Software Development: The CPU's 20 threads and high single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2591) are ideal for compiling code and running multiple virtual machines. The Passmark data encryption score of 17726 indicates strong cryptographic performance for secure development tasks. The large L3 cache (24 MB) helps with frequently accessed code segments.

Student and Office Work: This is massive overkill. The CPU's integrated Iris Xe Graphics 96EU is more than sufficient for office applications and web browsing. The GPU's power will be mostly idle, making this a less efficient choice for basic tasks. However, the CPU's excellent single-thread performance ensures snappy application loading and responsiveness in productivity suites.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i7-13800H is a 14-core, 20-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. It is a mobile part with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, with a TDP of 45 W. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a 24 MB shared L3 cache, which is substantial for a mobile chip.

The benchmark scores show a CPU with a strong balance between single-thread and multi-thread performance. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18358 places it at the 84th percentile, roughly matching the Intel Core i9-12900HX. The single-core score of 2591 is also competitive. Real-world implications are that this CPU can handle demanding multi-threaded workloads like video encoding or 3D scene rendering without feeling sluggish, while also providing the responsiveness needed for everyday tasks and gaming. The Passmark integer math score of 92589 and floating-point math score of 66579 indicate robust general-purpose compute power. The data compression score of 299179 suggests strong performance in file archiving and compression tasks. This is a high-end mobile CPU that will not be the bottleneck in most scenarios, except for extreme single-threaded tasks where the 5.20 GHz boost clock is the primary asset.

GPU Analysis

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile is a flagship laptop GPU based on the Blackwell 2.0 architecture, built on TSMC's 5 nm process node with 45,600 million transistors on a 378 mm² die. It features 10496 shading units, 328 TMUs, and 112 ROPs. The memory subsystem is a highlight: 24 GB of GDDR7 on a 256-bit bus, delivering 896.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Clock speeds are 990 MHz base and 1515 MHz boost, with memory running at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective).

The compute capabilities are staggering. FP32 performance is rated at 31.80 TFLOPS, and FP16 is the same at a 1:1 ratio. The GPU also has 82 RT cores for ray tracing and 328 tensor cores for AI workloads. The benchmark data shows a Passmark G3D score of 30034 and a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 5871, placing it at the 84th percentile. Its closest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti, is 0.8% slower in the average score, indicating that this mobile GPU performs like a strong desktop-class part. The Geekbench Vulkan score of 198405 and OpenCL score of 201834 underscore its compute capabilities. For rendering, this means the GPU can handle complex 3D scenes with ray tracing enabled, and the large VRAM pool allows for massive texture sets and scene data to be loaded in memory, reducing the need for asset swapping. The texture rate of 496.9 GTexel/s and pixel rate of 169.7 GPixel/s are indicative of its raw rasterization power.

Who Should Build It

This laptop configuration is designed for users who need desktop-class performance in a portable chassis. The target audience includes gamers who play at 1440p or 4K resolutions with high refresh rates and want to enable ray tracing and DLSS. The GPU's 24 GB VRAM is also a draw for content creators working with high-resolution video and complex 3D scenes. Video editors will find the combination of the CPU's 14 cores and the GPU's compute power (OpenCL score of 201834) useful for reducing export times. 3D artists and architects can leverage the RTX 5090 Mobile's 82 RT cores and 328 tensor cores for real-time ray-traced viewports and AI denoising. Software developers who compile large codebases will benefit from the 20 threads, and the data encryption score of 17726 is useful for security professionals. Students in engineering or computer science programs will find this more than adequate, though it is also a premium choice for those who want a single machine for both work and play. For small business workstations, the CPU's Passmark multithread score of 26545 and the GPU's compute abilities can handle data analysis, virtualization, and CAD software.

Build Overview

This is a laptop configuration (buildClass) pairing the Intel Core i7-13800H with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile. The CPU is a 14-core Raptor Lake-H mobile processor, and the GPU is a top-tier Blackwell 2.0 mobile graphics solution. The combined percentile for this build is 84, placing it in the upper echelon of performance. This is not a mid-range system; it is a high-performance mobile workstation and gaming machine. The CPU's TDP of 45 W and the GPU's TDP of 95 W mean the laptop will require a robust cooling solution to sustain performance under load. The platform is not upgradeable in terms of CPU or GPU, so it represents a complete, fixed package. The overall tier is high-end, suitable for demanding professional workloads and enthusiast-level gaming.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core i7-13800H delivers an average benchmark score of 34988, with a percentile rank of 84 among all CPUs. Its key scores include 18358 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, 2591 in Cinebench R23 single-core, and 26545 in Passmark multithread. In comparison to its nearest rivals, it is effectively tied with the Intel Core i9-12900HX (35003, 0% delta) and the Intel Core 7 253PTE (34962, 0.1% faster). It is 0.3% slower than the Intel Xeon 6349P (34890) and 0.3% faster than the Intel Core i5-14500HX (35094).

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile has an average benchmark score of 45152, with a percentile rank of 84 among all GPUs. Its most notable scores are 30034 in Passmark G3D, 5871 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, and 201834 in Geekbench OpenCL. Its nearest rival is the AMD Radeon Pro 5500 XT with a score of 45384 (0.5% higher). It is 0.8% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti (44795) and 1% faster than the Intel Arc A730M (45592). The combined picture is a system that is uniformly strong across both CPU and GPU metrics. The lack of measured FPS data means we cannot state specific frame rates, but the benchmark scores suggest that this pairing will deliver high performance in both gaming and professional applications. The CPU's 84th percentile performance ensures it will not hold back the GPU, which is also at the 84th percentile. This is a balanced, high-performance system.