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Rate My PC: Intel Core i9-13900 + NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

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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
95%
VS
GPU
90%
PROCESSOR

Intel Core i9-13900

60,676 Benchmark Score
Top 5% Market Ranking
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2

16,504 Benchmark Score
Top 10% Market Ranking
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How your build compares to others
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

Legacy

Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

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

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 is a Blackwell 2.0 architecture GPU built on TSMC's 5 nm process, packing 92,200 million transistors on a 750 mm² die. This is a dual-slot, 304 mm card with a 1x 16-pin power connector and a suggested 950 W PSU. Its memory subsystem is the standout feature: 24 GB of GDDR7 on a 384-bit bus delivers 1.34 TB/s of bandwidth, with memory clocks at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective). The GPU's base clock is 2017 MHz with a boost of 2407 MHz. For compute, it fields 21,760 shading units, 680 TMUs, and 176 ROPs, alongside 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores. Pixel rate is 423.6 GPixel/s, texture rate is 1,636.8 GTexel/s, and FP32 throughput is 104.8 TFLOPS, with FP16 at the same 104.8 TFLOPS (1:1).

The benchmark result for this GPU is a single 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16,504. That score places it at the 59th percentile among all GPUs. The nearest rivals are instructive: the NVIDIA T400 scores 16,508 (0% delta), the AMD Radeon PRO W7500 scores 16,415 (0.5% behind), the NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell scores 16,408 (0.6% behind), and the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT scores 16,361 (0.9% behind). The data shows this GPU is essentially tied with that group in this specific DX12 test — the deltas are all under 1%. This suggests that while the RTX 5090 D V2 has massive theoretical compute and memory bandwidth, the Steel Nomad workload at this setting does not differentiate it from those rivals. For rendering, the 24 GB VRAM and 1.34 TB/s bandwidth are the primary assets; they allow large textures and complex scenes to reside in VRAM without spillover. The 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores indicate strong ray tracing and AI-accelerated rendering capability, though the benchmark score does not isolate those features.

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

The CPU, an Intel Core i9-13900, delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 37,931 and a single-core score of 5,355. In Cinebench R20, it scores 15,931 multicore and 2,249 single-core; in R15, 3,823 multicore and 539 single-core. Geekbench results are 21,164 multicore and 2,604 single-core. PassMark scores include 45,680 for multithread, 4,309 for single-thread, 176,107 for integer math, 120,492 for floating point math, 57,7285 for data compression, 35,242 for data encryption, 32,760 for extended instructions, 186 for find prime numbers, 2,484 for physics, and 64,396 for random string sorting. The CPU's average benchmark score is 60,676, placing it at the 92nd percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Xeon Gold 6338T (avg 60,572, 0.2% behind), AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX (avg 60,104, 1% behind), AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX (avg 60,099, 1% behind), and Intel Core i9-14900F (avg 60,008, 1.1% behind). The i9-13900 leads all of them by margins of 0.2% to 1.1%.

The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score is 16,504, at the 59th percentile. The combined percentile for this CPU+GPU pairing is 76. That combined figure sits well above the GPU's individual 59th percentile, reflecting the CPU's strong 92nd percentile pulling the average up. The data shows a lopsided pairing: a top-tier CPU paired with a mid-tier GPU on this specific benchmark metric. There is no measured FPS data for this exact combination — the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps rows — so all frame-rate discussion is estimated from the benchmark scores. The CPU is clearly the stronger component relative to its peers, while the GPU is mid-pack in the Steel Nomad test. For users who prioritize CPU-bound workloads like compilation, rendering, or scientific computing, this pairing makes sense; for pure gaming at high resolutions, the GPU becomes the focus.

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

The Intel Core i9-13900 is a Raptor Lake-S desktop CPU on Intel Socket 1700, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm². It has 24 cores and 32 threads, with a base clock of 2000 MHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. The cache hierarchy is 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 36 MB shared L3. It supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, with ECC memory support enabled. The CPU provides Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes (CPU only), and includes integrated UHD Graphics 770. The TDP is 65 W, and the launch MSRP is $549. The multiplier is locked, meaning overclocking is not an option through multiplier adjustment. It was released on 2023-01-03.

The benchmark scores indicate a processor that excels in both single-threaded and multithreaded workloads. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 5,355 is strong, and the multicore score of 37,931 shows scaling across the 24 cores. PassMark's integer math at 176,107 and floating point math at 120,492 are high, indicating robust general compute. Data compression at 577,285 and random string sorting at 64,396 suggest strong performance in data-heavy tasks. The 92nd percentile among all CPUs confirms this is a high-end part. The nearest rival, the Intel Xeon Gold 6338T, is only 0.2% behind in average score, meaning the i9-13900 just edges out a server-class Xeon. The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX and Ryzen 9 7945HX are 1% behind, and the Intel Core i9-14900F is 1.1% behind. For real workloads, this CPU handles heavy multi-threaded rendering, video encoding, and software compilation with ease, while the high single-core score ensures snappy responsiveness in everyday tasks and lightly threaded applications. The 65 W TDP is notably low for a 24-core part, which suggests efficient power management at stock settings.

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

The data shows a clear imbalance: the CPU sits at the 92nd percentile among all CPUs, while the GPU sits at the 59th percentile among all GPUs. The combined percentile is 76, which is the midpoint of the two individual percentiles. This indicates that the CPU is the stronger component relative to its peers, and the GPU is the limiting factor in most graphics-bound scenarios. In gaming at 1080p or 1440p, where CPU load is higher relative to GPU load, the i9-13900's 92nd percentile ensures it will not bottleneck the RTX 5090 D V2's 59th percentile. The CPU's 24 cores and 5.6 GHz boost clock provide ample headroom for game logic, physics, and draw calls. However, at 4K or in GPU-heavy workloads like ray tracing, the GPU's mid-pack Steel Nomad score becomes the constraint. The GPU's nearest rivals — the NVIDIA T400, AMD Radeon PRO W7500, NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell, and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT — all score within 0.9% of it, meaning this GPU is not a top-tier performer in the DX12 Steel Nomad test. For productivity workloads that are CPU-bound (compilation, data compression, encryption), the CPU will dominate, and the GPU will be idle. For rendering workloads that use GPU compute, the RTX 5090 D V2's 24 GB VRAM and 104.8 TFLOPS FP32 will be the primary driver, and the CPU will feed it data. The FPS scaling is not measurable from the data since no measured FPS rows exist; frame rates must be estimated from the benchmark scores. The 76th combined percentile indicates a system that is above average overall, but the GPU's lower percentile means it will cap performance in GPU-bound tasks.

# Who Should Build It — target users and industries tied strictly to the measured performance

This pairing of an Intel Core i9-13900 with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 is a desktop build with a combined percentile of 76. The CPU's 92nd percentile makes it ideal for users who need heavy multithreaded compute. Content creators working with video encoding, 3D rendering, or software compilation will see strong performance in Cinebench R23 multicore (37,931) and PassMark multithread (45,680). Data analysts and scientists running integer math (176,107) or floating point math (120,492) workloads will benefit from the CPU's throughput. The GPU, at the 59th percentile, is suited for users who need 24 GB of VRAM for large datasets or high-resolution textures but do not require top-tier rasterization performance. This includes developers working with AI models that fit in 24 GB, or small business workstations that need to run GPU-accelerated applications like CAD or video editing. Gamers at 1080p or 1440p will find the CPU's single-core score of 5,355 (Cinebench R23) and 4,309 (PassMark single-thread) more than adequate, while the GPU's 16,504 Steel Nomad score suggests it can handle modern titles at those resolutions with settings adjusted. Students building a workstation for coursework in engineering or computer science will appreciate the CPU's 92nd percentile for compile times, while the GPU provides enough compute for entry-level machine learning projects. The 65 W TDP CPU and 575 W TDP GPU mean this system requires a robust power supply — the suggested PSU is 950 W — making it less suitable for compact or low-power builds. This is not a budget system; it targets users who prioritize CPU performance and need substantial VRAM for specific tasks.

# Gaming Performance — measured FPS by game and resolution

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination — the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data. All frame-rate figures discussed here are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and should be treated as such. The CPU's Cinebench R23 single-core score of 5,355 and Geekbench single-core of 2,604 indicate strong per-thread performance, which is critical for gaming at high refresh rates. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 16,504, at the 59th percentile, suggests it performs on par with the NVIDIA T400 and AMD Radeon PRO W7500 in this specific test. For esports titles that are CPU-bound, such as competitive shooters, the i9-13900's 24 cores and 5.6 GHz boost clock should allow high frame rates at 1080p, and the GPU will not be the limiter. For AAA games at 1440p, the GPU's mid-pack score indicates playable frame rates at high settings, but it will not match top-tier GPUs in the 90th percentile or above. At 4K, the 24 GB VRAM is sufficient for ultra textures, but the GPU's compute throughput (104.8 TFLOPS FP32) may result in lower frame rates than higher-percentile rivals. The GPU's 170 RT cores and 680 tensor cores suggest ray tracing and DLSS are supported, which could improve frame rates in supported titles at lower internal resolutions. Given the 0.9% delta to the AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT in Steel Nomad, users should expect performance in the range of that older card, which was a 1440p-class GPU at its launch. The CPU's 92nd percentile ensures that in CPU-limited scenarios (e.g., low-resolution gameplay with a high-refresh monitor), the i9-13900 will not hold back the system.

# FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's percentile ranking among all CPUs?

A: The Intel Core i9-13900 is at the 92nd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 60,676.

Q: How does the GPU compare to its nearest rival in the 3DMark Steel Nomad test?

A: The RTX 5090 D V2 scores 16,504, which is 0% different from the NVIDIA T400 (16,508) and 0.5% ahead of the AMD Radeon PRO W7500 (16,415).

Q: What is the combined percentile of this CPU+GPU pairing?

A: The combined percentile is 76, which reflects the CPU's 92nd percentile and the GPU's 59th percentile.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i9-13900 supports ECC memory, along with DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode.

Q: What is the GPU's memory configuration?

A: The GPU has 24 GB of GDDR7 memory on a 384-bit bus, with a bandwidth of 1.34 TB/s and memory clocks at 1750 MHz (28 Gbps effective).

Q: Is there measured FPS data for this exact build?

A: No, the FACT PACK contains no measuredFps data for this combination, so all FPS figures are estimates from benchmark scores.

Q: What is the suggested power supply wattage for this GPU?

A: The suggested PSU for the RTX 5090 D V2 is 950 W, and the GPU's TDP is 575 W.

# Upgrade Path and Platform

The Intel Core i9-13900 uses Intel Socket 1700, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode. The CPU provides Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes (CPU only), and the GPU uses a PCIe 5.0 x16 bus interface, so the platform matches the GPU's interface. Memory support includes both DDR4 and DDR5, but the specific type depends on the motherboard chosen; the data does not specify which is faster for this CPU. The GPU requires a 1x 16-pin power connector and a suggested 950 W PSU, so any upgrade must account for that power draw. The CPU's TDP is 65 W, which is modest, so the power supply headroom is primarily dictated by the GPU's 575 W TDP. The GPU is a dual-slot card, 304 mm long, 137 mm high, and 48 mm wide, so case clearance is a consideration. The socket 1700 platform is mature, and the CPU's production status is active, meaning availability is not a concern. For a sensible next upgrade, the data points to the GPU as the limiting factor: its 59th percentile is significantly below the CPU's 92nd percentile. Upgrading the GPU to a higher-percentile model would better balance the system, but the FACT PACK does not specify which GPUs would be compatible or better. The CPU's nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-14900F, is only 1.1% behind in average score, so a CPU upgrade within the same socket would yield minimal gains. The platform supports PCIe Gen 5, so a future GPU with a Gen 5 interface would not be bottlenecked by the bus. Memory bandwidth is not specified for the CPU, but the dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 support means the memory subsystem is unlikely to be the bottleneck given the CPU's 92nd percentile.

# Build Overview

This is a desktop build pairing the Intel Core i9-13900 (Raptor Lake-S, 24 cores, 32 threads, base 2000 MHz, boost 5.60 GHz) with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 D V2 (Blackwell 2.0, 24 GB GDDR7, 1.34 TB/s bandwidth, 170 RT cores, 680 tensor cores). The CPU's average benchmark score is 60,676 (92nd percentile), and the GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad score is 16,504 (59th percentile). The combined percentile is 76, indicating a system that is above average overall but skewed toward CPU performance. The CPU's nearest rivals are the Intel Xeon Gold 6338T (0.2% behind), AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX (1% behind), AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX (1% behind), and Intel Core i9-14900F (1.1% behind). The GPU's nearest rivals are the NVIDIA T400 (0% delta), AMD Radeon PRO W7500 (0.5% behind), NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell (0.6% behind), and AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (0.9% behind). This is a high-end CPU paired with a mid-tier GPU on the Steel Nomad metric. The build class is desktop, and the production status for both components is active. The CPU was released in January 2023 with a launch MSRP of $549, and the GPU was released in August 2025 with a launch MSRP of $2,299 USD. The system is best suited for CPU-intensive workloads where the GPU's 24 GB VRAM is an asset, but not for users expecting top-tier GPU rasterization performance. The 76th combined percentile places this build in the upper-middle tier of systems, with the CPU carrying most of the performance weight.