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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-13900 + AMD Radeon RX 6700

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Top 5% of systems. Capable of 4K Ultra gaming and advanced rendering.

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95%

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94%

PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-13900

60,676 Benchmark Score

Top 5% Market Ranking

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AMD Radeon RX 6700

30,433 Benchmark Score

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0-30

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30-60

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60-85

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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

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 build pairs the 24-core Intel Core i9-13900 with the 10GB AMD Radeon RX 6700, a desktop combination that sits at the 84th percentile of all tested configurations. The CPU is a Raptor Lake-S part with a 65W TDP and a 5.6GHz boost clock, while the GPU is a Navi 22 based on RDNA 2.0. No measured FPS rows exist for this exact pairing, so all frame-rate discussion in the Gaming Performance section is estimated from the benchmark scores.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core i9-13900 is a 24-core, 32-thread processor built on Intel's 10nm Raptor Lake-S architecture. Its base clock is 2000 MHz, with a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. The CPU is locked, as its multiplier is not unlocked, which means no manual overclocking headroom is provided out of the box. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it can run ECC memory — a feature that appeals to small workstations or server-like workloads. The CPU has an integrated UHD Graphics 770 unit, which can be useful for basic display output or quick troubleshooting when a discrete GPU is absent.

In synthetic workloads, the chip demonstrates strong multi-core capability. It scores 37931 points in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 15931 in R20 multi-core, while the single-core scores are 5355 and 2249 respectively. Geekbench yields 21164 multi-core and 2604 single-core. PassMark results show a multithread score of 45680 and a single-thread score of 4309. These numbers place the CPU at the 92nd percentile of all CPUs in the database, meaning it outperforms 92% of tested processors. The average benchmark score for the CPU is 60676, which is just 0.2% ahead of the Intel Xeon Gold 6338T (60572) and 1% ahead of both the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX and the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX (60104 and 60099). It is also 1.1% above the Intel Core i9-14900F (60008).

The high multi-threaded scores translate into excellent performance for heavy parallel workloads. The 32 threads handle video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation efficiently. The single-thread performance, while not class-leading, is still strong enough to drive fast game logic, quick application response, and snappy office work. The cache hierarchy is generous: 80KB of L1 per core, 2MB of L2 per core, and a shared 36MB L3 cache, which helps with large working sets in productivity and simulation software. The CPU provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, which are sufficient for the latest high-bandwidth storage devices and graphics cards, though the paired GPU uses PCIe 4.0 x16.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming — The i9-13900’s single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single 5355, Geekbench single 2604) is well above the level required for fast game physics and AI tasks. Its 92nd percentile rank among all CPUs ensures it will not be the limiting factor in most gaming scenarios, especially at 1080p or 1440p with a high refresh rate monitor. The GPU, however, sits at the 75th percentile, which means it is more likely to cap frame rates than the CPU in graphically demanding titles.

Streaming — With 32 threads, the CPU can handle encoding, scene compositing, and chat overlays simultaneously. PassMark data compression scores 577285 and integer math scores 176107, indicating strong throughput for stream encoding and concurrent workload. The 65W TDP also means the CPU can sustain high load without needing exotic cooling, leaving more power headroom for the rest of the system.

Video editing — The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 37931 is excellent for timeline rendering and exporting 4K or even 8K projects. The 32 threads will accelerate video effects, color grading, and final encode. The integrated GPU is not required for video work, but the CPU’s multi-threaded performance is a solid foundation for editing suites that use multiple cores.

3D rendering — The same multi-threaded performance applies to ray-traced renders in Blender, Maya, or V-Ray. The CPU’s 24 cores and 32 threads provide a high degree of parallelism, and the Passmark floating point math score of 120492 shows strong number-crunching ability. The GPU’s 36 RT cores can also assist in hardware-accelerated rendering, though the CPU will still carry the bulk of the load for CPU-based renderers.

Software development — Compilation is a multi-threaded task, and the CPU’s Passmark multithread score of 45680 means large codebases can be built quickly. The high single-thread score (4309) also benefits IDE responsiveness, syntax highlighting, and code analysis. The large L3 cache (36MB) helps with frequent small reads and writes common in developer tooling.

Student and office work — For productivity suites, web browsing, and document editing, the CPU’s single-core performance is more than sufficient. The 2000 MHz base clock ensures low idle power, and the 65W TDP makes it a reasonable choice for a desk-side tower that runs all day. The integrated GPU can handle basic display output if a discrete card fails, though the RX 6700 will be the primary display source.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s key benchmark results are as follows: Cinebench R15 multi-core 3823, single-core 539; Cinebench R20 multi-core 15931, single-core 2249; Cinebench R23 multi-core 37931, single-core 5355; Geekbench multi-core 21164, single-core 2604; Passmark multithread 45680, single-thread 4309. The CPU’s percentile is 92, and its average benchmark score is 60676.

The GPU, the AMD Radeon RX 6700, posts a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 2014, a Geekbench Metal score of 122223, OpenCL 97841, and Vulkan 83974. In Passmark, it achieves a G3D score of 18931 and a GPU compute score of 8240. The GPU’s percentile is 75, and its average benchmark score is 30433. Its nearest rival is the NVIDIA CMP 70HX, which scores 30476, a delta of -0.1% (the RX 6700 is 0.1% slower). It is also within 0.2% of the NVIDIA Tesla M60 (30490) and 1.1% slower than the AMD Radeon RX 6800 (30095), while 1.6% faster than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti (29945). This places the RX 6700 in the upper-middle tier of GPUs, with strong 1080p and decent 1440p performance.

The combined percentile for the CPU+GPU pair is 84, reflecting a high-performing desktop build that is CPU-heavy. No measured FPS data exists for this exact combination, so the performance picture is built entirely from these synthetic scores. The CPU’s 92nd percentile and GPU’s 75th percentile indicate that the CPU is a much stronger component relative to its category than the GPU is relative to its own category.

Who Should Build It

This build targets users who need a high-end CPU but do not necessarily require a top-tier GPU. The CPU’s 24 cores and 32 threads make it ideal for video editors, 3D artists, software developers, and data analysts who work with large datasets and long compile times. The RX 6700 provides enough graphical power for 1080p gaming at high settings and 1440p at medium-to-high settings, though it will not push the highest frame rates in the most demanding titles.

The 92nd CPU percentile means the processor is also suitable for professional workstations that run simulations, virtual machines, or heavy batch processing. The GPU’s 75th percentile is sufficient for 3D viewport previews, GPU-accelerated video encoding (via RDNA 2), and light AI inference, but it is not the main selling point. For gamers who prioritize high refresh rates, the CPU is overqualified, and the GPU will be the limiting factor. For content creators who spend more time in render queues than in game, the CPU is the star.

Students and office workers will benefit from the CPU’s responsiveness, but they could get by with a much cheaper processor. The build is best suited to a professional who runs both CPU-intensive production software and casual gaming, or to an enthusiast who wants a high-core-count CPU with the option to upgrade the GPU later without touching the CPU.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The CPU is built for the Intel Socket 1700 platform, which supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. This gives the builder a choice of memory generation, though the exact board determines which type is used. The CPU provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, while the GPU is a PCIe 4.0 x16 card. The platform also supports ECC memory, which is unusual for a consumer CPU and adds appeal for small-business workstations that require error-correcting memory.

The CPU’s TDP is 65W, and the GPU’s TDP is 175W, with a suggested PSU rating of 450W. This leaves substantial headroom for additional drives, fans, and modest overclocking of the GPU. The CPU is not multiplier-unlocked, so overclocking is not an option; the boost clock of 5.60 GHz is the maximum rated frequency. The platform will accept future 13th-generation CPUs (the i9-14900F is a rival, not an upgrade), but the socket is LGA 1700, so a newer generation would require a motherboard change.

A sensible next upgrade would be to add more GPU compute power if gaming or GPU rendering becomes the primary workload, or to move to DDR5 memory if the motherboard supports it. The CPU itself is so high in the percentile (92) that it is unlikely to need a replacement for several years. The PCIe Gen5 lanes ensure that a faster NVMe SSD can be installed without bandwidth bottlenecks.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core i9-13900 support DDR5 and DDR4?

A: Yes, the CPU supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, using a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: What is the socket type for the i9-13900?

A: It uses Intel Socket 1700.

Q: Does the RX 6700 support ray tracing?

A: Yes, it has 36 ray tracing cores and supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, Vulkan 1.4, and OpenGL 4.6.

Q: What is the TDP of the CPU and GPU?

A: The CPU has a 65W TDP, and the GPU has a 175W TDP. The recommended PSU for the GPU is 450W.

Q: Is the CPU overclockable?

A: No, the multiplier is not unlocked, so the CPU cannot be overclocked.

Q: Does the CPU have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it includes Intel UHD Graphics 770.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the CPU?

A: The launch MSRP of the Intel Core i9-13900 is $549.

Gaming Performance

Because no measured FPS data exists for this exact combination, the following gaming discussion is an estimate derived from the CPU and GPU benchmark scores. The CPU’s 92nd percentile and single-core Cinebench R23 score of 5355 indicate that the processor can handle high frame rates in CPU-bound games, such as esports titles, without being the bottleneck. The GPU, at the 75th percentile, is the more likely limiter. At 1080p resolution with high settings, the GPU should be able to deliver smooth frame rates in most titles, but it will not reach the extremes of a 3080-class card. At 1440p, the GPU’s 10GB of GDDR6 memory and 320 GB/s bandwidth will be sufficient for many games, though the pixel rate of 156.8 GPixel/s and texture rate of 352.8 GTexel/s will limit performance in the heaviest scenes.

The CPU’s high single-thread performance ensures that even games that rely on one or two cores will run well. The GPU’s 36 RT cores can be used for real-time ray tracing, but the overall GPU throughput (11.29 TFLOPS FP32) is moderate, so ray tracing will likely require lower settings or a resolution scale. For 1080p high-refresh gaming, the CPU will push high frame rates, but the GPU will cap the maximum FPS. For 1440p, the GPU is the dominant factor, and the CPU’s advantage becomes less noticeable.

Build Overview

This is a desktop build that combines a top-tier CPU with a mid-range GPU. The CPU is a 24-core Raptor Lake-S part with a 5.6GHz boost clock, while the GPU is a 10GB Navi 22 RDNA 2.0 card. The combined percentile of 84 means the pair outperforms 84% of tested CPU+GPU combinations. The CPU alone is at the 92nd percentile, and the GPU is at the 75th, indicating a large performance gap between the two components. The build is designed for users who prioritize CPU-heavy workloads, such as video editing, rendering, and development, and who need a competent GPU for gaming and GPU-accelerated tasks. It is not a pure gaming rig, nor is it a professional render farm; it sits in a middle ground with a strong CPU and a capable GPU.

Balance and Bottleneck

The CPU is clearly the stronger component relative to its class. At the 92nd percentile, it outperforms almost all CPUs, while the GPU is at the 75th percentile. This means that in gaming, the GPU will be the limiting factor in most scenarios. For example, if a game is CPU-bound (low resolution, high frame rate), the CPU can deliver, but the GPU’s frame rate will eventually cap the experience. In GPU-bound scenarios (high resolution, ultra settings), the CPU will have no trouble keeping up, and the GPU will be the primary constraint.

For CPU-heavy tasks like 3D rendering or software compilation, the CPU is not a bottleneck; it is the engine. The GPU may assist in compute, but the CPU’s 32 threads will handle the bulk of the work. In mixed workloads like video editing, the CPU handles timeline processing and effects, while the GPU handles acceleration, and the balance is good.

The FPS scaling in gaming, if measured, would show that increasing resolution from 1080p to 1440p or 4K would cause a more significant drop in frame rate than lowering the CPU load, because the GPU’s compute power (11.29 TFLOPS) is modest relative to the CPU’s 5.6GHz boost. The CPU will never be the reason a game runs slowly; the GPU will always be the first component to hit its limits. For users who plan to upgrade, replacing the GPU with a higher-tier card would be the most effective way to improve gaming performance, while the CPU can remain in place for years.

Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-13900 + AMD Radeon RX 6700

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